You already know every restaurant in town is getting ready to host couples of all kinds for their Valentine’s Day events and menus, and we LOVE a good dinner date; but that doesn’t mean you can’t change it up this year, too!
Over the past couple years we’ve had to get creative to say the least, and all the activities are back in full swing, whether you’re looking for something classy, something casual, and always something unique.
Check out our round-up of Valentine’s date ideas of all kinds, especially if you’re looking for something a little different this year!
Alter Toronto
Alter’s mission is to make hot and cold exposure a more approachable and consistent practice by creating an atmosphere that is warm, welcoming, and community-oriented and an experience that pays homage to this centuries-old modality.
Where to find them: 860 College St, Toronto
The Lion King Musical
Looking to make this Valentine’s Day truly special? Treat your loved one to Disney’s The Lion King at Toronto’s Princess of Wales Theatre. With performances scheduled on February 14, 2025, at 7:30 PM, it’s the perfect way to share an unforgettable evening. This award-winning musical, celebrated for its stunning visuals and captivating music, promises a night of romance and adventure.
Where: Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King St W, Toronto
Trivia Escape Rooms
This super unique date idea blends the concepts of an escape room and trivia night into one. Impress your date with something creative that’s a great way to connect for a Valentine’s date they won’t forget!
Why not ditch the usual dinner date and dive into an adventure at Trivia Escape Rooms in Toronto, a business known for its pop culture-infused escape challenges. Whether you’re cracking the case in “Heist at the Nine-Nine,” a Brooklyn Nine-Nine-inspired heist where you and your partner must outsmart the 99th Precinct, or rescuing your furry friend in “Escape the Pound,” a heartwarming mission where pets are even welcome to join, these immersive experiences make for an unforgettable date.
Where to find them: 1615 Dupont St., Toronto
KANDL Valentine’s & Galentine’s Workshops
This February, share an unforgettable experience making candles with your special Valentine or besties! At the Candle Making Lab, you can sip bubbly as an add-on while going through an experience for the senses with your Valentine.
Curious on how to make a candle at KANDL? Read our recap here!
Where: 88 Avenue Rd, Toronto
Love is Electric at K1 Speed Canada
All day on Valentine’s Day, K1 Speed is the spot to be for an adrenaline-pumping, competitive date that’s tons of fun! At their Downsview Park, Cambridge and Mississauga locations, they’re offering this awesome package for a couple at $65 per person for two races AND an 80-credit arcade card, you can’t go wrong.
The promo is only available on February 13th and 14th so book your love day victory lap ASAP as you can book this online now!
Watch our recent date night at K1 Speed!
Float Valley
Feel the love at Float Valley as they offer a unique and relaxing experience that’s perfect for couples. Imagine you and your partner floating effortlessly in a private floatation cabin, free from the distractions of daily life. It’s an opportunity to connect on a deeper level while enjoying the benefits of sensory deprivation therapy. After your float, consider unwinding together in their infrared sauna, which promotes relaxation and detoxification. It’s a date that promises tranquility and rejuvenation, making it an unforgettable way to celebrate your love.
Browse all their services and floats here
Where: 5261 Hwy 7 C102, Markham
Sweet City Fest at Stackt Market
Get ready for the sweetest celebration in town! Sweet City Fest is taking over STACKT Market for 13 days of love, fun, and pure deliciousness—just in time for Valentine’s Day and Family Day. Whether you’re with your partner, family, or friends, there’s something for everyone! Enjoy live music and entertainment, hands-on workshops like chocolate-making, and a vibrant vendor market featuring a special Black History Month showcase. Wander through IG-worthy installations like the dreamy Tunnel of Love, and don’t miss out on exclusive Valentine’s and Family Day specials, including a romantic dining experience in the Speakeasy Whiskey Bar. And the best part? It’s all free!
Where: STACKT market, 28 Bathurst St
Love at the Toronto Zoo
Love knows no boundaries and in the natural world courtships come in all forms. Join the Toronto Zoo on both Friday, February 14 & Saturday, February 15 for a charming and informative evening of food and fun as you learn about the diversity of companionship as well as the costs and benefits of raising young as observed in the animal kingdom.
Enjoy passed hors d’oeuvres, a buffet dinner, and dessert with group seating, plus a complimentary glass of sparkling wine. Meet outreach animal visitors before dinner, then dive into an engaging presentation with the Learning & Engagement staff. You’ll also get an exclusive tour of the Reproductive Science Laboratories, access to the Wildlife Health Centre viewing gallery, and after-hours viewing of the Greenhouse. With a silent auction, door prizes, and a free admission pass to return in 2025, it’s the perfect way to celebrate love—wild style!
Tonic Spa at The Well
This February, Tonic Spa at The Well is bringing the romance and self-care vibes with luxury wellness experiences in a 10,000 sq. ft. sanctuary. Guests can unwind in ten high-touch treatment rooms, a private hot and cold therapy suite, or a 50-ft saltwater lap pool with a hydrotherapy circuit. Special Valentine’s offers include 15% off the S&T Signature Massage for Two (plus complimentary Prosecco from Feb 13–16) and a private sauna and cold plunge suite with a free hot or cold tonic for each guest.
Looking for a glow-up? Tonic Spa now offers microneedling with 20% off your first treatment for a smoother, more radiant complexion. And if movement is your love language, Sweat and Tonic’s 475+ group fitness classes—ranging from HIIT and strength training to yoga and Pilates—make for the ultimate date or solo sweat session.
Where: Terrace Level, 486 Front St W Unit SF 32 and 33, Toronto
Candle Painting Workshop at Kimpton Saint George
This Valentine’s Day, get creative at Kimpton Saint George Hotel’s Candle Painting Workshop! On February 14th at 5 pm, enjoy a cozy night in while customizing your own candle, sipping complimentary drinks from Lost Craft and Local Spirit, and snapping heart-themed photos. You can even write a Valentine’s Day card to complete the experience. Whether you’re flying solo or planning a sweet date night, this fun and festive event is the perfect addition to your February plans!
Where: 280 Bloor St W, Toronto
Jazz Night: 19+ Valentine’s Day Edition at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada
Dive into an unforgettable evening at Ripley’s Aquarium’s Jazz Night: Valentine’s Day Edition on Friday, February 14. Picture this: strolling hand-in-hand through mesmerizing aquatic galleries, sipping on your favorite drinks, while a live jazz band sets the mood. And that’s not all—a special burlesque performance adds an extra touch of allure to the night. Plus, you’ll get a complimentary photo to capture the memories, and there’s a cotton candy and gummy station to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Note: Event is now sold out but check back their website for more updates!
Where: 288 Bremner Blvd, Toronto
Love is A Joke: Novotel Toronto Centre
Skip the usual sappy stuff this year and enjoy a night of comedy that everyone can get behind—whether you’re flying solo, with a date, or somewhere in between. On February 14, come out to Love is a Joke, featuring a killer lineup of comedians like Rebecca Reeds, Michael Moses, and Danish Anwar, with Clif Knight hosting the night. Get ready for 90 minutes of sharp humour and witty takes on love, relationships, and everything else that makes us laugh. Tickets are $30 + HST, which includes a welcome drink. Choose from two seating times: 6:30 PM or 8:30 PM (doors open 30 minutes before). It’s the perfect way to escape the typical Valentine’s Day scene and have a few laughs instead!
Where: 45 The Esplanade Toronto
The Second City’s Swipes Right: U Up? Show
Take your special someone (or your situationship) to The Second City SWIPES RIGHT: U Up?—a brand-new comedy show that hilariously roasts the highs and lows of love, dating, and relationships. From sneaky links and ghosting to one-night stands gone wrong, no modern romance is safe! Whether you’re happily cuffed, single and thriving, or somewhere in between, this show delivers non-stop laughs with an electric cast of comedians. It’s the perfect mix of relatable, outrageous, and downright hilarious—because nothing says romance like crying-laughing together!
Where: 110 Harbour St, Toronto
This is only the beginning of Love Month and we have so much to share! Keep an eye out here and on @datenightyyz for everything new, classic, and romantic for February.
