15+ Lovely Things To Do This Valentine’s Day In Toronto

For something different, ROM After Dark is hosting a Lunar Love special on February 13, blending Lunar New Year with Valentine’s Day. Expect live DJs, immersive activations, selfie stations, hands-on activities like crafting red envelopes, and access to special exhibitions all included with your ticket, plus a complimentary drink to start the night.

Looking to spice up Valentine’s Day with something playful and unexpected? The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody is back in Toronto for a limited time, serving up a cheeky, adults-only night out that blends iconic sci-fi characters with sultry burlesque, comedy, and high-energy dance. It’s a fun, flirty twist on date night, perfect for couples who love a little humour, nostalgia, and heat. Catch it live at The Royal Theatre and make this Valentine’s Day one for the dark side.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with the final DJ Skate Night of the year at Harbourfront Centre on February 14 from 8-10 p.m. Skate to the beats of Soul Kitchen: RNB on Ice while enjoying free skating along with free rentals. Enjoy a mix of classic and contemporary soul, neo-soul, new jack swing, and slow jams, all curated by DJ Skitz.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a fiery twist at Fire & Ice at Hangar Skate, where flames and frost meet for a dazzling day of skating and spectacle. Enjoy North Fire Circus performances, themed red-and-blue attire contests, and drop-in Valentine’s card workshops, all set to live DJ beats. Warm up with hot cocoa, snacks from local vendors, and cozy outdoor heaters while skating hand-in-hand or taking in the glow.

If you’re craving a classic, candlelit Valentine’s vibe, Small Talk is turning into Cupid’s Corner for one night only. The Ossington jazz bar is hosting a romantic $125 set-menu dinner for couples, complete with a complimentary glass of Prosecco, live music throughout the evening, and a DJ-led late-night celebration.

Ripley’s Aquarium is setting the scene for a truly unforgettable Valentine’s Day with its 19+ Underwater Valentine’s Day Celebration on February 14. Guests can explore all aquarium galleries while enjoying live music, burlesque performances, lounge areas, a dance floor, and even a tarot reader, plus sweet perks like free cotton candy, a gummy bar, a complimentary photo, and candy stations for a playful, after-dark twist on date night.

For a fun, competitive Valentine’s plan, Hotel X Toronto’s popular Retro Arcade returns just in time, transforming the Kandy Gallery into a nostalgic, high-energy gaming hub packed with classic arcade favourites and modern throwbacks. With an all-access play pass, visitors can dive into games like Dance Dance Revolution, foosball, racing simulators, and more, plus enjoy new retro snacks on-site to keep you fueled up!

For an extra-luxurious Valentine’s Day plan, Nobu Toronto is offering a spectacular culinary escape with its Valentine’s Omakase for Two, available February 13-15. Couples can savor a six-course tasting menu featuring delicacies like King Crab Tart, Bluefin chu toro with caviar, Poached Halibut, and Veal Two Ways, finishing with a romantic dessert trio. Priced at $380 per couple, this elegant dinner is perfect for a sophisticated and intimate Valentine’s celebration.

Nothing says “as you wish” like a night at Roy Thomson Hall. The Toronto Symphony Orchestra is performing the iconic score of The Princess Bride live-to-picture. It’s the ultimate nostalgic romance, and hearing that sweeping soundtrack with a full orchestra is guaranteed to earn you major brownie points.

Change up your scenery this Valentine’s Day with a staycation in the city! Hotel X Toronto is offering two luxurious stay packages to make your weekend unforgettable. The Sweethearts Retreat Package available Feb 13-15 includes breakfast in bed, Valentine’s truffles, the “Perfect Love Story” amenity, and flexible check-in/out, while the Celebrate Love Package offers similar indulgences for stays outside the weekend. Guests can also personalize their getaway with romantic extras like rooftop pool dips, in-room massages, rose petals, or proposal planning.

For a one-stop shop for all your Valentine’s plans, 1 Hotel Toronto is offering a full roster of romantic and friendship-focused experiences to celebrate love in all its forms. Experiences include a relaxing Galentine’s yoga flow, shareable “Girl dinner” at 1 Kitchen with Champagne and desserts, immersive candlelit Mexican-inspired dining at Casa Madera, and an intimate five-course tasting menu for couples at 1 Kitchen. Flora Lounge adds a magical touch with live music, oysters, caviar, and personalized poems by a professional poet. Guests can extend the celebration with the In Love with Love stay package.

The city’s newest immersive thermal bath experience is the perfect Valentine’s plan for spa-lovers. For the occasion, they are offering several special packages, including the Limited Edition Valentine’s Experience, designed for two. This luxurious ritual includes a 45-minute couples’ massage with floral oil and hot basalt stones, hydrating eye patches, a nourishing hair mask, access to thermal baths, chocolate treats, and a glass of virgin sparkling wine. Set within a heritage space filled with candlelight, water, and the scent of orange blossom, the experience is designed for couples to slow down, reconnect, and unwind together. You can find more specials here on their website.

Start Valentine’s weekend with a charming winter date at Sherbourne Commons’ outdoor ice rink on February 13. Enjoy free skate rentals, skating aids, and helmets from 2-6 p.m., and warm up afterward with a complimentary cup of hot chocolate.

Casa Loma is hosting a one-night-only Valentine’s Day concert with Grammy and Juno Award–winning artist Chantal Kreviazuk on February 14. Titled Up Close and Personal, the intimate, candlelit late-night performance takes place in the historic Carriage Room, with guests arriving via the castle’s underground tunnel for an immersive and romantic experience. Presented in the same setting as Casa Loma’s popular Twilight Symphony series, doors open at 10:30 p.m.

The Kimpton Saint George Hotel is celebrating Valentine’s season with Sweethearts & Sprinkles, a cozy cookie-decorating workshop happening on February 11 from 6 to 8 p.m. Guests can get creative while enjoying complimentary drinks, heart-themed Polaroid photo moments, and sweet treats. Entry is a $5 donation supporting Red Door Family Shelter, with proceeds matched by the hotel up to $200. The hotel is also offering a Suite Sweet Valentine package, featuring discounted premium rooms, breakfast for two, and a romantic welcome amenity for an extra-special stay.