Tuesday, February 4, 2025

65 Unique Valentine’s Day Suggestions That Go Beyond Elegant Dinner Plans

65 Unique Valentine’s Day Suggestions That Go Beyond Elegant Dinner Plans



A Valentine's Day present from us! Here are 65 ideas to help you get started.

1

Have
a clairvoyant predict your future or read your natal horoscope
Clairvoyant
Salon Valentine's Day Ideas Busà Photography//Getty Images
Even
if you don't believe in astrology or fortune telling, it's fun to find out what the stars have in store for you. Find a psychic or astrologer near you and pay for a 30-minute couples consultation. If not, the Sanctuary app offers paid birth chart readings.

2

Plan
your next short getaway
Couples
at the computer, couples scrolling, Valentine's Day Ideas FreshSplash//Getty Images
Can't
afford a Valentine's Day trip? Use this as an opportunity to plan your next vacation, whether it's a weekend getaway at Disney or a week-long trip to the nearest beach. Make a mood board, check (and book if possible) flights, decide on accommodations, and create a rough itinerary. It's fun to have something to look forward to!

3

Play
card games as a couple
Valentine's
Day ideas, card games for couplesStefa Nikolic//Getty Images
For
those who have difficulty getting their partners to open up and communicate, couple card games may be the key to more honest conversations. Essentially, these are card games with questions that cover multiple categories, and (most of the time) you take turns answering them. There are plenty of themes to choose from. There are sexy card games for couples, games aimed at long-term relationships, casual games that are sexy but fun and light-hearted, and more. There is something for everyone and every relationship. 4
Go
to the aquarium
Valentine's
Day ideas Ekaterina Nosenko // Getty Images
Find
an aquarium or marine life center near you and learn about the deep blue ocean. (Make sure the place you visit has a good reputation and prioritizes conservation!)

5

Build
LEGOs or do puzzles
Valentine's
Day ideas LOUISE BEAUMONT // Getty Images
Team
activities that you and your loved one spend time together and don't answer the phone (so your hands are busy and your attention is focused) are perfect for Valentine's Day. And the best part? You can do it at home, in your pajamas, with your favorite Spotify playlist listening in the background. Ideal!

6

Plant
something
Valentine's
Day ideas Aleksandar Nakic // Getty Images
Planting
something low-effort, like a small herb garden on your kitchen windowsill or fresh vegetables like tomatoes and peppers in your backyard, is not only something you can do for Valentine's Day, but it's also a shared responsibility. And it's something you can look forward to harvesting (and enjoying!) in the future.

7

Watch
a burlesque show
Dancers
on the lower level of the stageDigital Vision//Getty Images
Whether
you're hosting a Galentine's Day-style girls' night out this year or want to set the tone for an intimate evening with your partner, nothing embodies the Valentine's Day spirit quite like a sexy striptease. 8
Watch
a comedy show
Couple
laughing while enjoying an opera in the middle of a crowd sizusek//Getty Images
Celebrating
love doesn't necessarily have to be full of romance, candlelight dinners and staring into each other's eyes. If you want to have a light-hearted laugh with your Valentine's Day date, go to a stand-up show where a comedian entertains couples.

9

Go
to a sex party
Young
woman lying in bed in a party outfit Westend61//Getty Images
If
that's what you're into. If you'd like to try it but haven't yet, read on.

10

Go
on a scenic bike ride
Valentine's
Day ideas Klaus Vedfelt//Getty Images
Take
your bike (or rent one for the afternoon) and ride a scenic route. Find a nice place to finish work in the evening and watch the sunset together. Bonus points: bring a picnic and a blanket to rest on while you eat snacks and have drinks.

11

Pottery Together
Valentine's
Day Ideas by Seksan Mongkhonkhamsao//Getty Images
Buy
a modeling kit for home or make an appointment at your favorite place to play on the wheel together and make a special piece of pottery. Making a piece you can keep forever is a great way to celebrate the holiday and have fun doing it while you're at it. (Plus, working with your hands is a little ~hot~.)

12

Browse
Bookshelves
Valentine's
Day Ideas by Rifka Hayati//Getty Images
Here's
an idea for all you bookworms out there: go to your favorite bookstore together (or go to the library and #free) and pick out a book each of you think you'd both like. Make it even more special by writing a sweet Valentine's Day message or slipping a note inside. 13
Watch
a Valentine's Day TV Show
Valentine's
Day Ideas Westend61 // Getty Images
If
you want to relax even more, grab some popcorn and watch a Valentine's Day episode of your favorite TV show. Pro tip: Mix in some humor and drama to add variety. (Like a fun day at the vineyard with "Gilmore Girls" after the blood-donation episode of "The Office.")

14

Shop
for Sex Toys Together
Valentine's
Day Ideas praetorianphoto // Getty Images
To
make this Valentine's Day even spicier, why not go to a sex store together and pick out something new? Whether it's a vibrator you've never tried before, a new lotion, or a role-play costume, going out together will build anticipation for that night's intimate moments.

15

Remember
your first date
Asian
couple enjoying street food in Hong Kong itsskin//Getty Images
Go
back to where it all began! Visit the place where you had your first date (or even just recreate the "vibe" if you've already moved on) and remember how much you've come since that first night of sweaty palms and nervous small talk.


16
Go
to the movies
Couple
at the cinemaGeber86//Getty Images
It
may seem cliché, but there's a reason dinner and a movie is a classic. Plus, when was the last time you got up from the couch to watch a movie? Why not visit an atmospheric venue that serves alcohol and upscale snacks for that extra touch of class?

17

Take
a sex workshop together
Female
couple making love in bedAuthentic Images//Getty Images
Use
your day to get dirty to learn new sex moves or discover a fetish. There are classes for every type of gender and interest. Plus, you can find classes in person or online, depending on how hands-on you want your instruction to be.

18

Go
to a comedy show
A
cheering audience at Theatre LizSec // Getty Images
Humor
is one of the sexiest human qualities. So what better way to celebrate love than laughing together all night? Attend a stand-up or improv show to get those laugh-inducing endorphins flowing.

19

Have
a Karaoke Night
Friends
singing karaoke at HEX // Getty Images
There
are a million love songs out there, so celebrate with music by going to a bar where you can serenade your partner in front of a bunch of drunk strangers. If you prefer to sing alone, you can also buy a few karaoke microphones on Amazon and sing at home. Either way, the kitschy duet is much appreciated.

20

Walking
a dog at an animal shelter
African-American
couple adopts a rescued dogkali9//Getty Images
Is
this a secret trick to get you to hang out with your new furry best friend? Maybe. But even if you don't own a dog, giving a little love and attention to some cute pooch will give you a lot of puppy love.

21

Volunteer
together
Friends
paint a mural outdoorsHill Street Studios//Getty Images
If
you can't bring yourself (or lack the self-control) to play with an adoptable puppy, there are plenty of other volunteer opportunities. Whether it's building a house, serving meals at a soup kitchen, or picking up trash on the side of the road, nothing beats giving back to your community. (Plus, you know how hot it is when your partner puts on a hero cape and does something good.)

22

Have
a spa night at home with a homemade face mask
Valentine's
Day face mask ideas Isbjorn//Getty Images
Mix
together a double batch of homemade face masks to create your own mini spa experience at home. Feel a little weird smearing it on your partner's face? Yes, but that's exactly the point. Plus, you'll both have soft, glowing skin afterwards. It's a win-win.

23

Visit
a botanical garden
Valentine's Day ideas Botanical gardens Spencer Pratt // Getty Images
You
might think that winter isn't a good time to visit your city or town's botanical garden, but you might be surprised. Many botanical garden centers offer activities like lightscapes, art installations, and winter-only tours. Plus, February will be much less crowded than spring.

24

Enjoy
the holidays at home
Valentine's
Day ideas Hotel Mascot // Getty Images
Book
a hotel room for Valentine's Day and enjoy your town or city like a tourist. You can order room service, watch movies, play games, and even have sex in a hotel. You know what I'm talking about. This idea is a little pricey, but you can always check sites like Groupon and HotelTonight to see if you can find discounted rates.

25

Enjoy
Romantic Stargazing
Valentine's
Day Ideas Stargazing Stephanie Reis//Getty Images
What
could be more romantic than gazing at the stars together? Bring a blanket and a thermos of hot chocolate to stay warm.

26

Go
Climbing
Valentine's
Day Ideas Kletternsimonkr//Getty Images
If
there's a climbing gym nearby, you and your partner can get the adrenaline pumping by climbing a rock wall. Who knows? Maybe it'll become your new couples activity!


27
Go
to a Yoga Class
Valentine's
Day Ideas Yoga Class Marko Geber//Getty Images
Whether
you go to a yoga studio, stream a virtual class, or watch a YouTube video, taking a yoga class together is a super cute and underrated date idea. You can laugh as you watch each other awkwardly pull off difficult poses, which might help warm you up for the Valentine's Day activities that follow.

28

Have
a Deep Conversation
Valentine's
Day Ideas Conversation Cards Tom Werner//Getty Images
There
are plenty of conversation card decks designed to deepen the bond between couples. What could be more romantic than a long, sexy night to get to know your crush better?

29

Candle
Making
Close-up
of someone making candles Harold Arvidson/EyeEm//Getty Images
It
wouldn't be Valentine's Day without lighting a bunch of candles. Why not make some together? Buy a set on Amazon or take a class (yes, there are actually places that do that). In my opinion, the best part is that you can mix your own oils to create a unique scent for your relationship. Sweet, right?

30

Work
on a Puzzle Together
Valentine's
Day Activity
PuzzleInnocenti//Getty Images
I've
been trying to convince my partner that it would be really great to have a date while working on a puzzle and listening to music or a good audiobook, because at heart I'm a 75-year-old woman. Either way, it would make a great Valentine's Day date!

31

Go
to a Drive-In Movie Theater
Couple
having fun in their car at a drive-in movie theater
Adam Hester//Getty Images
Drive-in
theaters have become more popular in recent years due to recent events (pandemic). Let's be honest, they are as romantic as they are iconic. You can snuggle up and share some popcorn. If you're bored, you can sing "Sandy" loudly as if you're in the movie "Grease." And don't forget that sex in bed is kind of a must.

32

Create
your own wine and cheese pairing course
Friends
dining in a suburban garden, photo: Parislechatnoir//Getty Images
It's
easy: buy some of your favorite wines on sale, prepare some glasses, buy some of your favorite cheeses, and feel like you're in Paris. (Another option: take a wine and cheese pairing class to make it even easier.)

33

Be
a masseuse and give your partner a massage
Valentine's
Day Dates Getty
Light
some candles, get some good oils, and read some spa massage tips. Yes, it's a kind of give and take, so make sure your efforts pay off and give yourself a massage, too.

34

Go
shopping secondhand
Valentine's Day Ideas Thrift Store Westend61 // Getty Images
Why
not try something completely different? Go to a thrift store and pick out the most outlandish outfits you can find for each other. Bonus points if you wear them to dinner and drinks afterwards.

35

Go
camping
Milo
Zanecchia/Ascent X Media // Getty Images
If
you live in a climate where it's not literally freezing in February (I envy you!), you can go camping with your partner and celebrate your love by roasting marshmallows over a campfire. 36
Host
a small party
Cute
girl with red heart balloonsAleksandarNakic//Getty Images
Valentine's
Day parties aren't just for elementary schools or fancy bars. Invite your best friends and throw your own fiesta with themed decorations, heart-shaped sugar cookies, and plenty of alcohol-filled punch. If you like sexy stuff, you can also have a nostalgic, naughty night with old-fashioned games like "Spin the Bottle" and "Seven Minutes in Heaven."

37

...or
a big one!
Valentine's
Day party Miodrag Ignjatovic//Getty Images
If
you have a large enough following, there must be a lot of people around you who don't have plans for Valentine's Day. Be the power couple (or the lovely goddess of merciful singles) who bring everyone together for a Valentine's Day party that's better than anything you did on New Year's Eve.


38
Host
a Dinner Party
Lesbian
Same-Sex Wedding and Friends Dinner PartyKelvin Murray // Getty Images
If
you want something a little more fancy, invite your friends over for a fancy dinner party. Spend the day cooking and decorating with your partner before inviting your guests over for an evening of good food, good conversation, and lots of wine. If your cooking skills start to wane, turn it into a potluck party.

39

Host
a Game Night at Home
Board
Gamesno_limit_pictures // Getty Images
Whether
you're planning some classic board games or something sexier, a game night is honestly one of the most fun, and easiest, date ideas. Grab your favorite games and, of course, set the mood with snacks and wine. 40
Playing
Paintball and Laser Tag
Paintball
Creweclipse_images//Getty Images
Listen
to me, guys. Remember that scene in 10 Things I Hate About You where Heath Ledger and Julia Stiles are playing paintball? Your 13-year-old self almost died of cuteness. That could be you!
Not only does this get your heart rate up, but you also have to wash off all the paint afterwards, so sex in the shower or bathtub is pretty much inevitable. Don't you love paintball? Laser tag is basically the same thing, but without the mess.


41

Book
with Spotify
Woman
dancing to music in her kitchen in the morning Westend61//Getty Images
Use
Spotify's Group Sessions feature to share your favorite songs from a playlist with your date (virtually or next to each other). Even better, send each other prompts like "Play a song that reminds me of college" or "Play a song that will always have a special place in your heart" to help you get to know your partner better. It's the easiest and best way to get to know someone without asking directly, so to speak.

42

Recreate
this fun TikTok dinner trend
Girl
eating fries wundervisuals//Getty Images
If
you haven't seen the TikTok trend yet, here's how it works: Get in your car and play rock-paper-scissors with your date. Whoever wins can choose which drink you both want. When you drive to the location to get your drinks, play rock-paper-scissors again. The winner then chooses the starter.

Make
it for drinks, appetizers, dinner, and dessert. (And of course, record it so it goes viral on TikTok.)

43

Speaking
of TikTok: Make a TikTok Together
Beautiful
young woman singing into a microphone at home Hello World//Getty Images
You
can learn a dance together and record a video. You can prank your partner on TikTok and record yourself. Or you can make cute TikTok videos for couples together and answer questions about each other.

44

Host
a Pizza Tasting Party
Couple
eating pizza in the back of a pickup truck Steve Pleasant//Getty Images
Or
tasting tacos. Or tasting burgers. Or try sushi. (You get the idea.) Walk around the city and order takeout from every restaurant you can think of. Then rate each dish out of 10.

45

Do
a DIY boudoir shoot for couples
Lesbian
couple's bellies in their bras at home
Seyed Morteza Shakeri/EyeEm//Getty Images
Get
dressed up (or casual down) with your partner using your iPhone or whatever old Polaroid camera you have at home and take turns taking sexy photos of each other...for each other. (Remember, you should discuss consent before taking photos, and be sure to also discuss what's expected after you've taken them, like whether you'll discard them or keep them.)

46

Get
tickets to a virtual show
A
back view of a ballet dancer performing on stage in front of a large audienceandresr//Getty Images
Since
the pandemic, there have been so many virtual entertainment options that you don't even have to leave your house to see a great performance (bonus: it's usually cheaper than going somewhere in the real world). If you don't want to be crushed by crowds, buy tickets to a virtual stand-up show, a Broadway play, or something that piques your interest.

47

Go
on a short hike or walk
Young
couple relaxing in nature in autumn MundusImages//Getty Images
Explore
local hiking trails, climb to the top for Instagram-worthy views, or take a stroll around your neighborhood. It's easier to have a conversation while walking, so take a leisurely (or vigorous, if you choose a walking trail) stroll and feel free to chat about anything that comes to mind.

48

Take
a day trip
Road Trip Ferrantreito//Getty Images
Pick
a destination that's 1-3 hours away and take a day trip. Don't forget to bring music and snacks for your road trip!

49

Take
a vacation
Breakfast
at Sugarloaf Mountain, Rio de Janeiro, Jonny Greig//Getty Images
If
it's been a while since your last romantic getaway, Valentine's Day is the perfect time to take a vacation and travel the world. Put on your swimsuit and head somewhere tropical, find an idyllic B&B and spend time together and people-watch.

50

Skydiving
Tandem
skydiving experience Graiki//Getty Images
Or
bungee jumping. Or white water rafting. Scuba diving! Parasailing! Do something that gets your adrenaline pumping. (a) You'll make great memories, (b) You'll have natural conversations, and (c) You'll have plenty to talk about over dinner.

51

Take
a cooking class
A
loving young Asian couple prepare cookies together in their home kitchen AsiaVision//Getty Images
Whether
you choose the in-person or virtual option, sign up for a class and learn how to make a new specialty dish together, like homemade pasta or chicken piccata. 52
Visit
a fair or amusement park
Couple
laughing and screaming at a fair
Aleksandar Georgiev//Getty Images
Nothing
bonds a couple like riding a rollercoaster and screaming your heart out. Head to your local fair or amusement park (lucky if one is nearby) for a thrilling day, and end the night with a passionate kiss on the roof of the Ferris wheel. *sigh*

53

Cook
a fancy dinner together
Valentine's
Day Ideas Giphy
Write
out your dream menu and get all the ingredients you need. Food that you've spent hours preparing always tastes a little better somehow.

54

Or
just treat yourself
Valentine's
Day Date Getty
If
you're not yet on your vacation budget, go to a restaurant and order a prix fixe menu and some fine wine. Be sure to leave room for dessert, whether it's chocolate cake or any other dessert.

55

Treat
your partner to a burlesque or striptease
Valentine's
Day Date Getty
If
there's ever a day for a romantic and super sexy lap dance, it's Valentine's Day.


56
Take
a tour of a brewery, winery, or distillery
Valentine's
Day Date Getty
Get
a little tipsy while sampling a few merlots or craft beers. What's not to like? Make sure you take an Uber so you don't drink and drive. Yes, it means you have full control of your life from the back seat. It's a win-win situation.

57

Drinking
and Crafting
Valentine's
Day Date Getty
Bring
your own drinks to a painting or pottery class and (hopefully) create a piece of art that you can hang in your apartment. If you don't want others to notice your lack of artistic talent, have a craft night together in your kitchen. Would you like your partner to paint you like a French woman while you pose at a bar? We hope so, seriously.

58

Get
your fortune read by tarot cards
Valentine's
Day Date Getty
Fortune
telling is a risky activity, but at its best, it can tell you a lot about each other. Go to a local store and get your cards read virtually, or buy some tarot cards and take turns predicting each other's futures.

59

Take
a tango course
Valentine's
Day Date Getty
This
is probably one of those things you've always wanted to do, but maybe it was too grown-up or too cheesy for you. It's neither! There's a reason why movie clichés save marriages! The best part is that you can go to a local studio or watch online videos and learn some moves right from your living room.

60

Go
to a Concert
Valentine's
Day Date Getty
Music
is very personal to many people, and seeing a band or musician live is an otherworldly experience... especially when you share the moment with someone special. Surprise your sweetheart with tickets to their favorite artist, or pick someone you both get along with for a night of beer and rock music.

61

Go
on a Double Date
Valentine's
Day Date Getty
You
always have a great date night, so who says you can't have a group get-together? Bring together your best friends and their sweethearts and celebrate both romance and friendship. 62
Walking
around the museum
Valentine's
Day itinerary Getty


62
Walk
around a museum
Valentine's
Day Date Getty
See
if your art appreciation pace can keep up with your partner's. And, of course, you'll have to put your hands in each other's back pockets.

63

Ice
skating
Valentine's
Day Date Getty
Just
because the holidays are over doesn't mean ice skating isn't sweet and romantic anymore! You can even take turns rubbing each other's chilled toes after gliding around the ice rink.

64

Play
mini golf
Valentine's
Day Date Getty
It's
sweet and nostalgic, and it gives you an excuse to get intimate while teaching your