Valentine's Day in Minneapolis
Valentine's Day is your chance to do something unique and timeless with that special someone in your life. Thankfully, you have Minneapolis. Love is in the air in Minneapolis 24/7, but Valentine's Day is when we go all-out. Don't believe us? Whether you're single or taken, going out with your partner, spending time with friends and family or dedicating the holiday to self-love, check out all the romantic, lively and relaxing things we've got for you to do this Valentine's Day in Minneapolis.
For even more date ideas, explore our most romantic restaurants. Celebrating with the girls? Here's how to have a fun Galentine's Day in Minneapolis.
February 14th plans don't work? We've got ideas for the whole week!
Last Updated: 2/2/26
You'll want to stay the night, too...
Make Valentine's Day even more special by spending the night in downtown Minneapolis at Hotel Emery. The Love in the City getaway package includes a host of treats for love birds. Upon arrival, enjoy complimentary valet parking before retiring to your rooms, where you’ll be greeted with two splits of sparkling wine and decadent chocolates. Then delight in an intimate dinner or a leisurely brunch with a $50 dining credit at Giulia, then savor a slow morning with a 1 PM late checkout. Available February 12th – 17th, 2026.
February 10-15, 2026
10am - 5pm
Minneapolis Institute of Art
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Mia! Transformed briefly into the Minneapolis Institute of Hearts, the museum offers guests paper hearts to leave by their favorite artworks. Love is truly in the air as hearts scatter the gallery floors. Stop by February 10 through 15, 2026, for this free annual event. No tickets are required. Hearts are available at the visitor experience desk in the lobby.
Valentine’s Puppy Cuddle
February 12, 2026
11:30am - 1pm
Meet Minneapolis Visitor Center
Join us at the Meet Minneapolis Visitor Center and cuddle with some cute and adorable puppies! Donations will go to the Healing Hearts Rescue (cash, check, and credit cards accepted). Get there early for this popular event!
Feburary 12-14, 2026
5:30pm-10:30pm
Windows at Marquette
The Marquette Hotel and Small S’mores invite you to a one‑of‑a‑kind Valentine’s dessert experience. Enjoy romantic window seating, live music, and the signature Smallest S’mores Experience—all tucked inside the Skyway level of the IDS Center.
Three Evenings. Nine Intimate Tables:
$39 includes Small Smores Experience for two, 2 glasses of bubbly, live entertainment and one take-home Smores kit per table.
February 13, 2026
6pm - 10pm
Machine Shop
All you need is love...and the Old St. Anthony Valentine's Night Market Machine Shop. Celebrate the day of love early and shop small. Peruse two full floors of handmade goods, perfect for valentine's gift shopping or an excuse to just treat yourself. Tickets are required for entry (FREE).
February 13 & 14, 2026
Travail Kitchen & Amusements
Celebrate Valentine’s Day, Travail-style. Join us on February 13 or 14 for our elevated, all-inclusive Signature Chef’s Tasting Menu, an evening built around bold flavors, playful moments, and courses that keep coming. Expect an immersive, spirited dining experience where the drinks flow and the night unfolds in all the right ways. This isn’t your typical Valentine’s dinner. It’s a full-on experience meant for sharing and getting a little lost in the romantic chaos...Travail style.
February 13 & 14, 2026
4pm - 10pm
Giulia
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Giulia with an exclusive five-course prix fixe menu crafted for a romantic evening out. This thoughtfully curated dining experience highlights Giulia’s signature Italian flavors with seasonal, love-forward touches throughout two special evenings—February 13 & 14, from 4:00 to 10:00 PM.
February 13 & 14, 2026
8pm & 7pm
Orchestra Hall
What's more romantic than a night at the orchestra? See the Minnesota Orchestra perform works of Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff. Bernard Herrmann wrote the music for seven Hitchcock films, with a focus on the psychological state of the characters. In Vertigo, the word “obsession” comes to mind. Then hear how Tchaikovsky captures the essence of Romeo and Juliet’s tragic love story without using a single word. And finally, Rachmaninoff’s cinematic Third Symphony.
February 13-15, 2026
Breva Bar & Grill
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Breva with a special three-course prix fixe menu designed for the occasion. The evening begins with a sparkling wine toast and features a selection of Valentine and signature dishes. Finish with our Chocolate Fantasia dessert for two, topped with artisanal chocolate truffles.
February 13 & 14, 2026
Norseman Distillery
Celebrate Valentine's Day at Norseman Distillery with a three course meal and several themed cocktails throughout the experience.
February 14, 2026
10am - 12:30pm & 1pm - 3:30pm
Pioneer Endicott Building (St. Paul)
Bring your sweetie and your sweet tooth! The Twin Cities’ only chocolate tour invites you to indulge in the finest chocolate delicacies around. You’ll visit four of the area's finest local chocolatiers, where you’ll learn the fascinating history of chocolate, explore the production process, and discover how to properly taste and appreciate fine chocolate.
February 14, 2026
Umbra Minneapolis
Umbra has curated the courses and uncorked the wine - all that's left is the chemistry. Celebrate Valentine's Day with a three-course dinner for two, plus your choice of a bottle of white, red, or rosé. $140.
February 14, 2025
10am - 2:30pm
Union Rooftop
It's Valentine's Day! Get ready to PARTY to all of Taylor's songs. From love songs to break-up songs. We are celebrating TAYLOR and love.
Singles welcome! Hosted by Sasha Cassadine. Dress code: RED.
February 14, 2026
Noon - 6pm
Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative
Spend your Valentine’s Day with us at Broken Clock Brewing for an afternoon full of love, local makers! Join us Saturday, February 14th for our Valentine’s Day Vendor Market, running from noon to 6 PM, featuring a curated lineup of local artists, makers, and small businesses — perfect for finding unique gifts, treats, and something special for yourself or a loved one.
February 14, 2026
Noon - 6pm
Inbound BrewCo
A day full of readings and book signings, a bookstores and vendor market, snacks from The Farmacy and, of course, beer from Inbound BrewCo!
February 14, 2026
3pm & 7pm
Capri Theater
The Historic Capri Theater brings back its silent film legacy with a Charlie Chaplin double feature and live orchestra this Valentine's Day. See The Kid and The Immigrant at 3pm or 7pm.
February 14, 2026
4pm - Midnight
Tom's Watch Bar
Love On Tap This Valentine’s! Dress your vibe (Red: taken, Pink: complicated, or White: single & ready to mingle) and sip your way through a night of flirty fun!
February 14, 2026
6:30pm
Dakota
Celebrate Valentine's Day at the Dakota with Sophia Shorai and Tommy Barbarella.
All of February
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Turn your stay into an intimate celebration of connection with Blu for Two. Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day, an anniversary, or simply each other, this experience is designed for meaningful moments, great conversation, and a little indulgence.
Enjoy a decadent dessert delivered straight to your guestroom, then unplug and reconnect over a thoughtfully curated couples card game designed to spark meaningful conversation. Shake things up with a cocktail-making kit crafted for two, and settle into a stay that’s all about slowing down and savoring the moment.
Package Includes:
- In-room dessert for two
- Couples conversation card game
- Cocktail-making kit for two
