Romantic Events & Activities
WHEN: Thru Feb. 12, 2024
WHERE: State 38 Distilling, Golden
State 38 Distilling has partnered with Gold Mine Cupcakes to offer WhiskeyGrams—a bottle of whiskey paired with two cupcakes and a love note—just in time for Valentine’s Day. ()Please note: WhiskeyGrams with cupcakes must be picked up at State 38 Distilling in Golden on February 14, 2024, between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Those purchasing just a whiskey bottle with Valentine’s wrap and a love note (no cupcakes) can pick up any Tuesday through Saturday in February from 4 to 6 p.m.)
WHEN: Thru Feb. 19, 2024
WHERE: Denver Botanic Gardens
Why were the Victorians obsessed with orchids? Learn about "orchid fever" while viewing hundreds of these exotic blooms, including rare specimens from the Gardens' collection. Local orchid grower Fantasy Orchids will be on-site on select dates with orchids for purchase. The Showcase is a great idea for a Valentine’s Day activity and is included with admission to the Gardens.
WHEN: Feb. 3, 2024
WHERE: Plot Twist Bakery, Littleton
Who says Valentine’s Day is just for couples? Celebrate this season of love with a mom and daughter date in this 2.5 hour hands-on Valentine’s Baking Class. You'll make two delicious and equally adorable heart-shaped treats: Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Hand Pies and Sea Salt Toffee Chocolate Chip Pan Cookies. Along the way, you'll learn the instructor's best baking tips, ensuring you master each step with ease. This class is designed for all skill levels, from experienced bakers to complete novices.
WHEN: Feb. 8, 2024
WHERE: Longmont Museum, Longmont
Make handmade Valentine’s Day cards for all the people you love! You’ll carve linoleum rubber blocks to create your own personal stamps and then make prints on your cards. The stamps are yours to use again and again. Beer, wine, fizzy water and snacks will be available to purchase at the Atrium Bar.
WHEN: Feb. 9–10, 2024
WHERE: Aspen Grove, Littleton
Denver BAZAAR is hosting a one-stop shop for all your Valentine’s Day needs for the first time ever at Aspen Grove in Littleton! This indoor marketplace will feature 60+ local makers and craft vendors, live music, DIY Workshops, a pop-up bar with festive cocktails, food and fashion trucks, kids' activities, a pet photobooth and more!
WHEN: Feb. 9–10, 2024
WHERE: 439 S Upham St., Lakewood
Denver BAZAAR is hosting a one-stop shop for all your Valentine’s Day needs in Downtown Lakewood for the third year in a row! This indoor marketplace will feature 60+ local makers and craft vendors, live music, DIY Workshops, a pop-up bar with festive cocktails, food and fashion trucks, kids' activities, a pet photobooth and more!
WHEN: Feb. 10, 2024
WHERE: The Lodge at Woods Boss Brewing
Come enjoy a scintillating Valentine Day's-themed performance from some of Denver's best burlesque performers: Oh La La Presents!
WHEN: Feb. 10, 2024
WHERE: Center for Colorado Women's History
Celebrate love with a partner, friend, family member or any loved one at this love-themed collaging party! This event includes a docent-led tour of the historic house on-site followed by an hour-and-a-half long tea seating, during which guests are invited to collage Valentines. All crafting materials will be provided. Refreshments served include sweet and savory courses from local and woman-led business Miss Peabody’s Southern Tea Cakes alongside the museum’s signature Lady Lavender black tea with citrus, vanilla and bergamot.
WHEN: Feb. 10, 2024
WHERE: Talnua Distillery, Arvada
Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas(ish)! As Valentine's day approaches, Talnua Distillery shedding this cold and gray winter for something much more RITZY. The Arvada hotspot will have the little wedding chapel of your dreams set up and [ordained] Elvis in house from 2 to 5 p.m. to officiate your wedding, vow renewals, commitment ceremony—or just to shoot the shit with. There will also be a professional photographer on-site to capture the moment for you. Vegas Tourist costumes highly encouraged, with prizes for the best costumes. If that wasn't enough, stick around for specialty Vegas Valentine's cocktails and frozen drinks, the fantastic Cousins Maine Lobster food truck and A Kitchen Mouse Bakery pop-up shop.
WHEN: Feb. 11, 2024
WHERE: Washington Park
If running is your love language, you won't want to miss this Valentine's Day 4 Mile! Find a sweetheart (or run with your sweetheart!) and share your love story! #Run4TheLoveOfIt. There's also a Cupid's free Kids 200 Meter Fun Run and a costume contest: Dress up as your favorite couple from a TV show/movie/book, or get done up for a fancy date night!
WHEN: Feb. 12, 2024
WHERE: Bruz Beers (Midtown)
Bruz Beers and Truffle Cheese will bring you an evening of amazing pairings of the finest beers and cheese. The pairing will include a pre-chosen flight of four 4-ounce Bruz beers paired with four different, carefully chosen cheeses with a cured meat and accouterments. Arline from Truffle Cheese Shop and Charlie from Bruz Beers will walk you through each pairing and discuss flavor profiles while you taste.
WHEN: Feb. 13, 2024
WHERE: Bruz Off Fax
Bruz Beers and Truffle Cheese will bring you an evening of amazing pairings of the finest beers and cheese. The pairing will include a pre-chosen flight of four 4-ounce Bruz beers paired with four different, carefully chosen cheeses with a cured meat and accouterments. Arline from Truffle Cheese Shop and Charlie from Bruz Beers will walk you through each pairing and discuss flavor profiles while you taste.
WHEN: Feb. 13, 2024
WHERE: Colorado Sake Co.
Join Colorado Sake Co. for a special event with Colorado Cocoa Pod, featuring four flavored sake and chocolate bonbon tastings. While you're there, purchase your Valentine's chocolates at the taproom for your loved one(s).
WHEN: Feb. 13–14, 2024
WHERE: Center for Colorado Women's History
Join the Center for Colorado Women's History for a free Valentine's Collaging Pop-Up! Stop by anytime between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on February 13 and 14 to create something for yourself or a special someone. Crafting materials provided, tickets not required.
WHEN: Feb. 14, 2024
WHERE: Blue Arena, Loveland
2024 brings a once in a lifetime opportunity to get married on the ice before an Eagles hockey game! Experience a romantic ceremony with music you vote on, a customized ceremony, keepsake photos, a lock couples can use to "Lock their love" on the famous LOVE or HEART sculptures in Loveland, gift bags, signature wedding cupcakes, and a chance to win a huge gift basket. What an original way to celebrate your love on Valentine's Day!
WHEN: Feb. 14, 2024
WHERE: Oriental Theater
Mortified returns to the Oriental Theater for its fan-favorite "Doomed Valentine's" show. Already a hit in more than 20 cities worldwide, Mortified stars adults sharing their most angst-ridden teenage diaries, artwork, and more—in front of total strangers. This special love-themed edition is “the perfect date night, or an even better ANTI-date night.”
WHEN: Feb. 14, 2024
WHERE: The Clocktower Cabaret
What good is sitting alone in your room? Come see the Clocktower Clockettes play this Valentine's Day at The Clocktower Cabaret! We're celebrating love in all its forms with a very special burlesque and comedy show ! Whether you love love or hate it, the celebrated cast of Clockettes will set even the coldest hearts aflame with burlesque and aerial acts, live singing and comedy.
WHEN: Feb. 14, 2024
WHERE: Fortissimo Denver
Make the most of your Valentine’s Day at Fortissimo, where dinner, drinks and dueling pianos await you! Whether it’s a date night or a Galentine’s celebration, Fortissimo will have an awesome atmosphere for you! Your reservation includes table seating, admission to the Dueling Piano Show, and a three-course special menu. Tables can accommodate 2 guests each.
WHEN: Feb. 14, 2024
WHERE: The Denver Comedy Lounge at Colorado Sake Co.
Cocktails and dinner are served to your own table during every show, making the Denver Comedy Lounge the perfect place to take your Valentine's Day date. Enjoy sushi, chicken gyoza dumplings, bao buns, fried rice, an assortment of Japanese-style tapas...and plenty of laughs!
WHEN: Feb. 16, 2024
WHERE: Dairy Arts Center, Boulder
Colorado Festival of Horror (COFOH) and Friday Night Weird are joining forces to bring you a special screening of the 1981 classic slasher “My Bloody Valentine.” Joining in person is actor Peter Cowper, who played Harry Warden, “The Miner” in the film! Peter will be offering his autograph both before and after the film on 8x10s and posters or on items that you bring. Also, don’t miss a Q&A with Peter Cowper immediately following the film, hosted by COFOH’s own Smurf!
Valentine's Activities for Kids
WHEN: Feb. 10–11, 2024
WHERE: Denver Botanic Gardens
Flowers and plants are used year-round to send messages of love, happiness and joy. Explore the different shapes, textures and colors of dried flowers, leaves and seeds and use them to decorate a Valentine’s Day ornament. Family Make and Take programs offer a space for children and their grownups to connect with natural materials and create together. These self-guided and self-paced programs are designed to provide a creative environment that sparks imagination.
WHEN: Thru Feb. 11, 2024
WHERE: Skyline Park
Enjoy some romance on the rink! The Downtown Denver Partnership invites you and your loved one for a spin around the Downtown Denver Rink presented by Southwest Airlines.
Valentine's Day Food & Drink Specials
WHEN: Feb. 9–15, 2024
WHERE: FIRE at the ART hotel
The ART of romance is a love language all its own, and the folks at FIRE would consider themselves fluent! Surprise your sweetie with a three-course romantic dinner. From marry me chicken to finishing the evening with your choice of raspberry cheesecake or a strawberry jubilee tart, your Valentine will be impressed! This prix fixe menu is $75 per person. Book your table today—Valentine's reservations will go quickly!
