Toronto might be in the middle of a deep freeze, but we’re getting ready to heat things up with an extra special Valentine’s Day this year. From an intimate concert by candlelight to a singles mixer with salsa dancing, the city has so many romantic events and activities to make this holiday one you or your loved one won’t forget!
Here’s a list of 22 romantic things to do for Valentine’s Day in Toronto this year.
1. Valentine’s Day Special Candlelight Concert
What’s more romantic than a Valentine’s Day Special Candlelight Concert to celebrate love in Toronto? Sit back and relax while the classically-trained Listeso string quartet and R&B artist Zenesoul cover some of the most romantic love songs of all time, all set within the historic Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto.
When: February 13 – 16, 2025
Where: Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto – 115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto
2. Jazz Night: Valentine’s Day Edition at Ripley’s Aquarium
Ripley’s Aquarium in Toronto will be hosting a very special edition of Jazz Night on Friday, February 14, complete with a live band playing all the classics and a sultry Burlesque performance. The 19+ event includes access to all aquarium galleries, a free photo with frame, candy station, and food and drink tokens available for purchase.
When: February 14, 2025
Where: Ripley’s Aquarium – 288 Bremner Blvd, Toronto
3. Get pampered at one of the city’s best spas
If you or your Valentine are in need of a little TLC, there’s nothing like spending the day at one of Toronto’s best spas to help massage those blues away. From The Spa at the Four Seasons Hotel’s luxury queen and king facials to booking a couple’s massage at the Hammam Spa by Cela, there are plenty of places to refresh and recharge alongside your loved one.
When: Any time
Where: Various locations
4. Vertical Show by Pink Puma
Take your date or Galentine to the captivating Vertical Show where art meets circus, which launches in Toronto this January and has dates through February (including on Valentine’s Day). Get immersed in a breathtaking showcase of pole and acrobatics stunts by top athletes and world champions that will leave you in awe.
When: Various dates in January and February, 2025
Where: The Royal Theatre – 608 College St, Toronto
5. Retro Arcade at Hotel X
Returning for its third year, Hotel X Toronto is bringing back its beloved Retro Arcade from Valentine’s Day through March 16, letting visitors relive the golden age of gaming once again. Challenge your Valentine to old school games like Pinball, Mario Kart, Street Fighter, and Galaga, and you can play all day with a pass for just $30.77.
When: February 14 – March 16, 2025
Where: Hotel X Toronto – 111 Princes’ Blvd, Toronto
6. Best Damn Stand Up Comedy Show – Valentine’s Day Edition
Whether you’re married, single, or somewhere in between, SoCap Comedy Club will be hosting a Valentine’s All Star Comedy Show on February 14th guaranteeing a night of laughs. Catch headlining comedians like Laura Leibow, Matt Henry and Luke Lynndale. Tickets cost $27 in advance or $40 at the door.
When: February 14, 2025
Where: SoCap Comedy – 154 Danforth Ave, Toronto
7. Bubble Planet
Embrace your inner child with your Valentine, kids, or gal pals at Toronto’s Bubble Planet, an enchanting pastel wonderland with 11 captivating rooms to discover! From a hot air balloon simulator to a giant “bubble bath”, the magical experience transport you to a dreamy universe. Capture a Valentine’s-themed memento with your loved ones at the new heart-themed photo booth! From February 10-14, children’s tickets are also 50% off.
When: Various dates
Where: 30 Hanover Road, Toronto
8. Valentine’s Day Singles Mixer – Love Is In The Air!
Skip the swiping this Valentine’s Day and mix and mingle with like-minded singles at a Valentine’s Day Singles Mixer! The event starts with an introductory ice breaker followed by a Salsa dancing workshop and open social dancing. Tickets start at $15.
When: February 14, 2025
Where: 300 Front Street W, Toronto
9. Valentine’s Day Couples Massage Workshop
If you or your partner’s love language is physical touch, this is the perfect Valentine’s Day plan for you! At the Valentine’s Day Couples Massage Workshop, you’ll learn tips and tricks from a massage expert to help your partner relax, release tension, and relieve stress in the body. You’ll take turns practicing on each other at this fun and informative workshop. The event is priced at $268.50 per couple.
When: February 13, 2025
Where: Lite Mind Body Harbord – 87B Harbord Street, Toronto
10. Valentine’s Taste-Around at Eataly
If the key to your partner’s heart is through their stomach, head to Eataly Yorkville’s Valentine’s Day Taste Around event a week before Valentine’s Day, where you’ll get to try chef-curated creations from 10 various stations. The event occurs on February 7 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., and tickets cost $54.99.
When: February 7, 2025
Where: Eataly Yorkville – 55 Bloor Street West, Toronto
11. Playbook Social: Lovers & Friends at Bar Mordecai
Enjoy a pre-Valentine’s night of smooth R&B vibes at Bar Mordecai’s Playbook Social: Lovers & Friends event on February 8! Bring your lover or your friends out for a night of dancing and memories.
When: February 8, 2025
Where: Bar Mordecai – 1272 Dundas St W, Toronto
12. Valentine’s Day Succulent Workshop
For those with a green thumb, check out the Valentine’s Day Succulent Workshop hosted by Toronto Botanical Garden. Enjoy a relaxing evening the night before Valentine’s Day making your own one-of-a-kind arrangement out of mini succulent plants for yourself or your loved one. Tickets are priced at $70 per person.
When: February 13, 2025
Where: Toronto Botanical Garden – 777 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto
13. Stupid Cupid: An Anti-Valentine’s Day Party at Saint John’s Tavern
Cupid, stay away! Saint John’s Tavern is throwing an Anti-Valentine’s Day Party on the 14th with live DJs, absolutely no love songs, food and drink specials, and even a piñata to take a swing at. Tickets start at $11.98.
When: February 14, 2025
Where: Saint John’s Tavern – 117 John Street, Toronto
14. Paint Nite at Novotel Toronto Centre
Get creative this Valentine’s Day with a special Paint Nite event hosted by Novotel Toronto Centre. An art instructor will lead you step-by-step through your painting, which you get to take home. There will also be drink specials for just $6 to enjoy during your session.
When: February 14, 2025
Where: Novotel Toronto Centre – 45 The Esplanade, Toronto
15. The Winter Chocolate Show
If your Valentine is a chocolate-lover, be sure to stop by The Winter Chocolate Show in advance and surprise them with some decadent goodies. Happening on February 8, the festival will take over the Appel Salon at the Toronto Reference Library, where you’ll be able to indulge in tastings from local vendors, sit in on seminars and panels from chocolate experts, and purchase your own to take home.
When: February 8, 2025
Where: Toronto Reference Library – 789 Yonge Street, Toronto
16. Boost those endorphins at Sweat & Tonic
Turn up the heat with your Valentine at Toronto’s premiere boutique fitness club with one of their romantic offers! Sweat & Tonic’s 475+ group classes are the perfect place to get your sweat on together, with fantastic yoga, Pilates, HIIT, and Ride offerings. After your workout, head to Tonic Spa for some self-care, like their S&T Signature Massage for Two for 15% off with complimentary Prosecco from February 13 – 16, private hot and cold therapy suite, or glowing microneedling treatment which is 20% off for your first treatment.
When: Various dates
Where: 486 Front St W, Toronto / 225 Yonge St, Toronto
17. Have a romantic 3-course dinner at IKEA
Yes, you read that right – on February 14, IKEA stores around Toronto will be hosting their annual Valentine’s Dinner, which includes a three-course meal, Nordic Fruit water, and mocktails for just $19.99 per person. The only catch is that you’ll have to pick up your tickets from the in-store restaurant in advance, as they will not be available on the day-of.
When: February 14, 2025
Where: Select IKEA locations
18. Revel in Romance at Casa Madera
Impress your date with a night of romance complete with live entertainment at Casa Madera. From February 13 – 15, the Mediterranean-inspired restaurant will offer their “Revel in Romance” experience, featuring tableside experiences and a multi-course menu with standout seafood dishes and artful cocktails.
When: February 13 – 15, 2025
Where: 1 Hotel – 550 Wellington St. West
19. Candle Painting Workshop at Kimpton Saint George Hotel
Embrace your creativity this Valentine’s Day at the Kimpton Saint George Hotel’s Candle Painting Workshop! Perfect with your friends, date, or solo, you’ll get to design and paint your own custom candle while sipping on complimentary drinks provided by Local Spirit and Lost Craft. Afterwards, pose for a themed photo opp with special heart-filled Polaroid film and write a custom Valentine’s Day card for a special someone. Secure your spot here!
When: February 14, 2025
Where: Kimpton Saint George – 280 Bloor St W, Toronto
20. A Sustainable & Intimate Affair at 1 Kitchen
Indulge in farm-to-table fare on Valentine’s Day in a cozy, candlelit setting. Perfect for couples who appreciate eco-conscious dining, 1 Kitchen at 1 Hotel Toronto’s Valentine’s Dinner is a specially curated menu highlights seasonal, organic ingredients, ensuring a meal that’s as sustainable as it is delicious. The experience is priced at $75 per person.
When: February 14, 2025
Where: 1 Hotel – 550 Wellington St. West
21. Fairmont Loves February
Make this Valentine’s Day extra special at Toronto’s iconic Fairmont Royal York. All February long, Fairmont is celebrating love with their “Fairmont Loves February” experiences, featuring indulgent dining, immersive experiences, and luxurious stay packages. Book a Valentine’s-themed dinner from February 14-16 at REIGN, sip on a limited-edition French Gateway cocktail, and snap some keepsake photos at the Hearts Aligned: A Floral Love Story installation in the hotel’s lobby. If you want to elevate your experience, opt for the Crown Suite stay package, which includes welcome bottles of Veuve Clicquot Rosé, an in-room private bar cart, and a personalized VIP Concierge consultation.
When: February 1 – 28, 2025
Where: Fairmont Royal York – 100 Front St W, Toronto
22. Bisha Hotel’s Valentine’s Pop-up Dinner and Jazz Bar Experience
What better occasion to splurge on a staycation in the city than on Valentine’s Day? This February 14th, Bisha Hotel is offering a luxurious experience to any guests who book a suite for the night, including exclusive access to Mister C, which has been transformed into a romantic speakeasy jazz pop-up. From 6:30-10:30 p.m., guests can enter with a secret password and enjoy live jazz in a moody, candlelit setting, complemented by expertly crafted cocktails. The Valentine’s Day Package also includes prosecco upon arrival, a bouquet of flowers, breakfast, two complimentary drinks, and front-row seating for the intimate jazz performances.
When: February 14, 2025
Where: Bisha Hotel – 80 Blue Jays Way, Toronto