Valentine's Day Events Archives

Valentine’s Day Events & Activities for Families in Los Angeles

Published February 7, 2025

By Nina Harada

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.

“Love at LACMA” features free photo ops, crafts and karaoke on Feb. 14. Image credit: Ay-O, *Rainbow Heart*, 1965–67, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, gift of Riko Mizuno, © Ay-O, photo © Museum Associates/LACMA.

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.

The Artsy Wagon hosts a family-friendly Valentine’s paint night on Feb. 12 at Riviera Kids Club in Torrance.

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

Get your free rose on Feb. 14, courtesy DTLA Alliance.

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.

Valentine’s Day Events, Activities & More

Published January 31, 2024

By Nina Harada

Looking for ways to spend Valentine’s Day with your loved ones? We’ve rounded up the sweetest events, activities, gift ideas and more to celebrate Valentine’s Day in L.A. with your family.

Sweet gift ideas

Family-owned restaurant Polly’s Pies challenges you to skip the chocolates for heart-shaped hand pies this Valentine’s Day. The sweet treats come in various flavors like cherry and boysenberry and can be shipped straight to your door. Spend quality time with your kids baking and then savoring these mini pies. $35.99 for a pack of four.

Books always make a sweet gift, no matter the holiday. Each of the six Illustrated books in the “Princess Cupcake Jones” series features colorful illustrations and valuable lessons for kids ages 2-6. $15.95-$17.95

Oishii x PLANTA Berry Strudel is one of the many strawberry themed dishes you can get at PLANTA. PHOTO COURTESY PLANTA

You can never go wrong with flowers! On Feb. 14 at 11:30 a.m. DTLA Alliance is giving away 1,500 free roses at office buildings in the Financial District. Participating locations include Bank of America Plaza, The Bloc, City National Plaza, FourFortyFour South Flower, Ketchum-Downtown YMCA and US Bank Tower. FREE.

Make it a Galentine’s Day

Celebrate with your best gals at PLANTA, a plant based fine dining restaurant with locations in Marina del Rey and Brentwood. On Valentine’s Day you and your girlfriends can enjoy $8 mocktails and cocktails, try the new Oishii x PLANTA strawberry specials, and play a round of bingo!

Romantic getaways

Enjoy beautiful rooftop views at Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa in Cabo San Lucas.

If you can swing it, why not go all out and make it a destination V-Day at The Meritage Resort & Spa in California’s wine country. The Tuscan inspired resort is offering two Valentine’s Day packages for February. “Whispers of Romance” package offers couples a four-course dining experience at the resort’s Olive & Hay restaurant, breakfast in bed and welcome cocktails with a heart-shaped chocolate cake. Experience all the Whispers of Romance in an upgraded room with the “Grand Reserve Romance” package. Enhance your stay with add-ons like a wine tasting flight, bath and body relaxation set and more.

Bring the whole family for a last minute Valentine’s Day getaway at Sando Finisterra.

Hop on a plane for a quick getaway to Cabo San Lucas. Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa‘s “Love, Cabo” Valentine’s Day special offers guests up to 40% off ocean-view accommodations, plus daily $50 resort credit. For a family-friendly Valentine’s Day getaway, stay at the romantic Sandos Finisterra, which features gourmet restaurants, beach access and a kids club. Their “Chase the Sun” offer gives families up to 47% savings and $125 in resort credit as long as you book before Feb. 15 with code RESORT24!

Valentine’s Day events & activities

Los Angeles Markets For Makers

10am-5pm Sat, Feb 3 – 4 | California Market Center

Markets for Makers is coming to Los Angeles for their first market of 2024. Located at the California Market Center in DTLA, shop over 100 makers, check out the DIY stations, take photos at their photo walls, enjoy a drink at the bar and fill your free tote with goods from small businesses and artisans.

General admission tickets include access to the market during a specific time slot (stay as long as you’d like), while VIP tickets include an exclusive VIP hour from 10am-11am on Saturday, an upgraded tote bag, and access all weekend.

The Troubies Present: Cupid’s Eros

7:00pm – 7:00pm Fri, Feb 9 – 11 | Getty Villa

Join the Troubies, masters of musical mirth, for a family-friendly, song-filled sojourn with classic characters from antiquity at their Valentine’s presentation of Cupid’s Eros. See Medusa & Perseus, Achilles & Patroclus, Pandora and her Box, Polyphemus & Sheep and more, sing and dance for a chance at romance! Join the live Troubadorchestra for the sweet sounds of the 1970s and ‘80s as the tumultuous Troubies let fly their ancient antics.

Artisan Market

10:00am – 3:00pm Sat, Feb 10 | RUNWAY Playa Vista

Join Creative Communal to support 40 local makers at RUNWAY Playa Vista. This free, family-friendly artisan market features live music, a farmer’s market, kids boutique, food, photo ops and more.

iHeart SOCO + The OC Mix

10:00am – 1:00pm Sat, Feb 10 | SOCO + The O.C. Mix

Get ready for a day packed with excitement, entertainment, and everything you love about the vibrant spirit of Southern California.

Enjoy live music in the SOCO Courtyard, engage your creative side at Waldorf School of Orange County’s iHeart Greeting Cards Station, connect with nature at the pollinator planting station and more.

This family-friendly event will also feature offerings from local businesses and giveaways.

Valentine’s Day Nature Club on Birds for Kids

10:30am – 11:30am Sat, Feb 10 | White Point Nature Preserve

Join Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy for a Valentine-bird-themed Nature Club including bird crafts like Valentine’s Day cards and observing birds in their natural habitat. For ages 5-10.

Family Workshop: Screen Printed Valentine’s Day Cards

1:00pm – 2:30pm Sat, Feb 10 | East L.A. Library

Create screen printed Valentine’s Day cards to gift to friends and family. The event will be led by artist Martha Carrillo.

Valentine’s Market at The Drop in Glendale Galleria

11:00am – 3:00pm Sun, Feb 11 | The Drop at Glendale Galleria

This family friendly Valentine’s mini market event sponsored by SVOLTA features custom airbrushing by Mr. Hoodbrush, vendors featuring custom jewelry engraving and carving, DIY succulent station, 360 photo booth, adorably artistic macarons and desserts, handmade pet toys and stylish pet clothes and giveaways, including a SVOLTA scooter (for kids).

DIY Heart Sculptures

4:30pm – 5:30pm Tue, Feb 13 | East L.A. Library

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with STEAM inspired activities and DIY heart sculptures. All supplies will be provided.

Valentine Box Decorating

4:00pm – 5:00pm Wed, Feb 14 | Lloyd Taber-Marina Del Ray Library

Learn about the history of Valentine’s Day and decorate your own art box with various materials and techniques!

Tiramisù Making Class

4:00pm – 6:30pm Fri, Feb 16 | Villas at Playa Vista

IMPASTIAMO x Valentine’s Week features this Valentine’s Day Tiramisù where participants will learn how to make tiramisù from scratch with Chef Silvia Carluccio.

Neapolitan Pizza Making Class

5:00pm – 7:30pm Sat, Feb 17 | Essence From Naples

Celebrate a late Valentine’s Day learning the secrets to making real Neapolitan Pizza with master instructor Peppe Miele. You will learn how to make, stretch and shape the dough, and how to fill and bake your pizza in a classic wooden oven.

Looking for more Valentine’s Day ideas? Check out our calendar of events.

How to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in L.A.

Published February 2, 2023

By Nina Harada

Love is in the air! Whether you’re celebrating self-love, Galentine’s Day or a traditional Valentine’s Day with your partner, L.A. is full of ways to celebrate love and friendship all month long. From crafts to movies to traditional romantic meals, we’ve got you covered in our Valentine’s Day roundup.

Say “I Do”

If you’re ready to go all in for Valentine’s Day, marry your sweetheart at Santa Clarita City Hall during The Big I Do Event on Feb. 14. The all-inclusive wedding ceremony allows each couple to invite up to six guests for the group celebration, which includes brunch, wedding cake, champagne toasts, professional photographer, dance floor and an actual marriage license. Up to $600. santa-clarita.com

Spa Day

Nothing says romance like a couples massage. Burke Williams Spa is offering special Valentine’s Day packages, including massage therapy, facials, manicures, spa baths and their all-new tranquility massage treatment. $185 and up. burkewilliams.com

Treat yourself or join a loved one at Burke Williams Spa. PHOTO COURTESY BURKE WILLIAMS SPA

Kids’ Crafts

Join Urbanic, a stationary and gift shop in Venice, for Little Valentine Craft Club on Feb. 5 to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your little ones. Browse the store and sip on drinks while your little one makes learns to make their own craft from Violet of Rock Paper Scissors. For ages 4 and up. FREE. urbanicpaper.com

Romantic Dinner

Enjoy a romantic four-course meal at the historic Raymond in Pasadena. PHOTO COURTESY THE RAYMOND

Need date night ideas? Take a stroll through downtown Pasadena and enjoy a six-course tasting menu and a parting gift at Perle Restaurant. $15-$175 per person. perlerestaurant.com Or head to the historic Raymond for a four-course menu, featuring roast duck, black cod and delicious desserts. $140 per person. theraymond.com

The heart-shaped pizza at Mickey’s Italian Deli and Pizzeria in Hermosa. PHOTO COURTESY MICKEY’S ITALIAN DELI AND PIZZERIA

And don’t leave the kids out on Valentine’s Day! They’ll love the heart-shaped pizzas at Mickey’s Italian Deli and Pizzeria in Hermosa. These love-shaped pies have become a family tradition. Ordering it with favorite toppings allows kids to have some fun at home before the parents spend a little time with each other. mickeysdeli.com

Comedy Night

Celebrate love with some laughs at Giggles & Grooves Valentine’s Day Edition on Feb. 17. The live show at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium features stand-up comedian and actor Lil Duval and award-winning R&B singer/songwriter Donell Jones. $47 and up. visitpasadena.com

Roses are Red

Don’t forget the flowers! The Grove will host a special pop up from Holy Chic Los Angeles, which will feature an exclusive collection of infinity roses and other Valentine’s gifts through Feb. 14. thegrovela.com

Play Date

Bring the kids to North Weddington Park in North Hollywood on Feb. 4 for a special Valentine’s Play Date with Shane’s Inspiration. The Valentine’s fun will include crafts, snacks and plenty of playground fun. FREE. inclusionmatters.org

Volunteer

All ages are invited to Big Sunday’s 11^th Annual Valentine’s Day Spread the Love Event. On Feb. 14 volunteers will gather at Saint Barnabas Senior Center next to MacArthur Park to make cards and goodie bags for senior citizens, followed by a dance class and brunch. bigsunday.org

Puppy Love

Celebrate Puppy Love on Feb. 11 at The Shore Room at The Seabird Resort in Oceanside. The special Valentine’s Day event for dog lovers and their furry friends will feature dog treats, boozy drinks, a puppy kissing booth, dog sway and more. FREE. theseabirdresort.com

Outdoor Movie

If you like to stick to tradition, celebrate Valentine’s Day with a romantic movie. Rooftop Cinema Club Arts District has plenty to choose from in their Rooftop Romance film series. Catch “La La Land” on Feb. 14, “The Notebook” on Feb. 19 or “500 Days of Summer” on Feb. 24. $16.50 – $25.50 for adults; $11.75-$13.75 for kids 12 and under. Note some films are for 18 and over. rooftopcinemaclub.com

Lovely Staycations

Looking for a last-minute Valentine’s Day getaway?

These hotels are offering special Valentine’s Day promotions — perfect for a last-minute parent escape, a relaxing staycation for those looking to get away close to home or a family getaway trip as some of the properties are super family-friendly!

At Hotel Winters in Winters, Calif., “everyday in February is Valentine’s Day.” Available offers include: 10% off best available rate; a bottle of wine and Valentine’s treat; $50 off spa treatment of choice (per reservation) and complimentary dessert at Carboni’s.

At Hotel Ziggy in West Hollywood, the “single AF” package includes a $50 credit at B-Side Pizza; curated vinyls by solo artists to play in-room; cleansing masks by Tenth and Mae and more.

Also in West Hollywood, the “Love is Better in Bed” packages at Chamberlain and Le Parc Suites include a champagne breakfast in bed for two; 20% off in-room spa treatments from Soothe and more. Montrose in Beverly Hills has a similar package.

In Corte Madera, Marin Suites is offering 15% off its best flexible rate, as well as a welcome amenity including chocolates, sparkling cider and a rose-petal presentation. And for its “Harbor of Love” theme, Harbor Court in San Francisco includes a waterfront room, bottle of champagne, box of chocolates and more.

Valentine’s Day Events

Sweet gift ideas

Make it a Galentine’s Day

Romantic getaways

Valentine’s Day events & activities

Say “I Do”

Spa Day

Kids’ Crafts

Romantic Dinner

Comedy Night

Roses are Red

Play Date

Volunteer

Puppy Love

Outdoor Movie

Lovely Staycations

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