Whether you’re looking to connect with your partner, your friends or your kids, Valentine’s Day is the perfect holiday to spend quality time with the ones you love. If you’re looking for some family-friendly Valentine’s Day ideas, we’ve rounded up some great events in L.A., from cute craft workshops and story times to live music and more.
Valentine’s Day Events
VDAY Crafts with Creatiive Natiive
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Sun., Feb. 9 | Platform
Stop by for a cute crafting session with your littles. $25 tickets on the spot include materials for making Love Potion Necklaces or a Cupids Cottage. More info.

Mindful Coloring: Valentine’s Day Coloring to Your Heart’s Content!
2:30 p.m. – 4 p.m. Tue., Feb. 11 | John Muir Branch Library
Celebrate Valentine’s Day by coloring Hearts, candy, floral arrangements and other Lovely Valentine’s treats! Teens and Adults are welcome. The first floor meeting room. More info.
Valentine’s Day Traditions
3:30 p.m. – 4 p.m. Tue., Feb. 11 | Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Learn about the story of Valentine’s Day, also called Saint Valentine’s Day or the Feast of Saint Valentine, and how it is celebrated around the world. Then make your own magnetic heart to take home. For ages 5 – 12 with a parent or caregiver. All materials will be provided. More info.
3D Paper Hearts
4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Tue., Feb. 11 | Atwater Branch Library
Celebrate Valentine’s Day by making fun 3D heart decorations! More info.

Galentines Dinner & Paint Party
6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Wed., Feb. 12 | Riviera Kids Club
Join Riviera Kids Club and The Artsy Wagon for a family friendly evening of Valentine’s Day themed paint party. Ticket includes food, paint materials and instructed class for anyone ages 2.5 years and up. More info.
Alma Thomas Inspired Valentine Art
4 p.m. Thu., Feb. 13 | Lincoln Heights Branch Library
Join Lincoln Heights Branch Library as they honor African American History Month by creating a Valentine art piece inspired by Alma Thomas. More info.
Valentine’s Day at Pretend City
11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Fri., Feb. 14 | Pretend City Children’s Museum
Love is in the air at Pretend City! Celebrate Valentine’s Day with heart-filled activities and sweet surprises, including special story times at 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. More info.
With Love from DTLA
11:30 a.m. Fri., Feb. 14 | The Bloc
This Valentine’s Day, DTLA Alliance is spreading love and joy throughout Downtown LA with a heartwarming free rose giveaway! On Wednesday, Feb. 14, starting at 11:30 a.m., the Alliance’s Downtown Guides will hand out 1,500 beautiful roses to downtown office workers, visitors, and anyone strolling through the Downtown Center. As a special treat this year, enjoy live jazz music by The Pepper Moons at Settecento in Maguire Gardens (adjacent to the Central Library) from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. More info
The roses, locally sourced from the California Flower Mall, will be distributed in collaboration with six iconic Downtown properties:
Bank of America Plaza (333 S. Hope St.)
The Bloc (700 W. 7th St.)
City National Plaza (515 Flower St.)
FourFortyFour South Flower (444 Flower St.)
Maguire Gardens (Flower St.)
US Bank Tower (633 W. 5th St.)
Love at LACMA
3 p.m. – 8 p.m. Fri., Feb. 14 | Los Angeles County Museum of Art
Join LACMA for a day of art, creativity and connection on Valentine’s Day. Enjoy a photo booth by Las Fotos Project, arts and crafts, musical chairs, karaoke and more. More info.
A Baroque Valentine With the L.A. Baroque Orchestra
4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Fri., Feb. 14 | El Sereno Branch Library
Hearts will soar to the live, beautiful music of the award-winning L.A. Baroque Orchestra! The event will feature gorgeous classical music, an introduction to period instruments, and chocolates and roses. Bring loved ones.
This LA Made program was made possible with the generous support of the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Library’s LA Made fund. More info.
Grand Illumination Symphony
7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Fri., Feb. 14 | St. John’s Cathedral
Tourismo (formerly Junket) is bringing its groundbreaking event series, the “Grand Illumination Symphony,” to Los Angeles starting February 14, 2025. This enchanting concert series will transform the iconic St. John’s Cathedral into a stunning venue illuminated by 1,000 candles, creating an intimate and immersive musical experience.
Los Angeles performances will feature the Crown Players, a world-class string quartet based in Diamond Bar, CA. Renowned for their artistry and global acclaim, the Crown Players bring a remarkable blend of classical masterpieces and modern favorites to life. With an impressive history of performances at royal events, including the Double Coronation of King Charles and Queen Camilla, and collaborations with artists like Stevie Wonder, Elton John, and Dr. Dre, the Crown Players deliver an unparalleled musical experience. Additional performance dates include Feb. 22, 28, March 8, 15, 28 and April 5, 12 and 26. Performances are held at 7 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. More info.
Valentine’s Day Fitness Hike with Yoga
8 a.m. – 11 a.m. | Bommer Canyon Preserve
Show yourself some love this Valentine’s Day with a fitness hike and yoga session with Irvine Ranch Conservancy. This 5-mile hike will take you through rolling hills with stunning canyon views, followed by a relaxing yoga session at the historic Cattle Camp. This activity is suitable for beginners and those looking to unwind while enjoying nature. Space is limited. More info.
For more Valentine’s Day ideas, check out our calendar.