Things to do for Valentine’s Day in Cincinnati {2024}

If you’re looking for something special to do for Valentine’s Day 2024, look no further! We’ve compiled a list of things to do for Valentine’s Day in Cincinnati – everything from a dinner to wine tastings to Valentine’s Day hikes. Enjoy!

Ladies, don’t miss the Galentine’s Day events in here too!

Plan ahead folks – lots of these will be full by the time Valentine’s Day rolls around AND these events required advance registration.

February 9, 2024 (Friday):

Loveland, the “Sweetheart of Ohio”, is hosting Hearts Afire Weekend. The weekend will feature elements of fire and ice with live entertainment, outdoor decorations, and more love inspired fun.

February 10, 2024 (Saturday):

Be My Valentine Under Jupiter’s Moon at the Observatory. You and your special someone can enjoy a dinner and a signature cocktail as well as a romantic tour of the Observatory and viewing through the telescopes, if clear. Your attendance supports the Observatory and creates a unique experience to celebrate the love you share. All couples will receive a star studded goodie bag to take home. Vegetarian options and non-alcoholic drinks are also available. Tickets required.

Loveland, the “Sweetheart of Ohio”, is hosting Hearts Afire Weekend. The weekend will feature elements of fire and ice with live entertainment, outdoor decorations, and more love inspired fun.

Mix it up a bit with The Dinner Detective Murder Valentine’s Day Show, happening at the Embassy Suites Rivercenter from 6-9pm. Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!

It’s a Dinner Dance at Benken Garden Center. Choose from 2 topper tables (perfect for a romantic night with your honey) all the way up to 8-tops (for a fun night with friends)! Registration opens Jan. 5.

The Cheesecakery hosts Love at First Flight. Your reservation includes seating for 2 guests, two chocolate dipper strawberries, one exclusive cupcake flight (4 cupcakes) to share, and an exclusive Valentine’s latte flight (4 lattes to share). Reservations required. They have two time slots for this event: 6-7pm (register here) and 8-9pm (register here).

Head to Braxton Brewery’s Loft at Braxton for Galentine’s Day: Beers and Brunch. Start the morning with a delicious buffet catered by Taste of Belgium. Then carry on with a bottomless mimosa and bloody mary bar, your favorite Braxton beer, wine & seltzer, build-your-own-bouquet, and candy station until 2 pm! Tickets required.

Northwood Cider Co. is hosting at Valentine’s Market, 1-5pm.

Cupid’s Market, a handcrafted market full of unique gifts, will be at The Book Bus Depot in Sharonville, 10am-4pm.

February 11, 2024 (Sunday):

It’s a Galentine’s Brunch at the Observatory starting at 11am. Grab your gal pals and celebrate with the Observatory’s annual Galentine’s Day brunch! The event will be held at the Observatory and will include a delicious brunch, Mimosa bar, signature mocktail, a program on Women in Astronomy, and plenty of self-care activities. They’ll also have some extra surprises to make the event special, as well as solar viewing (weather permitting). Everyone will take home a Galentine’s themed goody bag. Tickets required.

Great Parks is hosting “All Things Chocolate“ at Glenwood Gardens starting at 2pm. This adult program will explore the many twists and turns of this delectable food and why chocolate matters (besides the obvious!). Tasting will round out the experience. Registration required. To find this event, click on the calendar linked above and then choose February 11.

Head to Funky Sunshine for their Valentine’s Day DIY Tie Dye event. This event is offered from 5-8pm on both Feb. 11 and 14. Must RSVP: Message or text/call them at 513.443.8659.

Loveland, the “Sweetheart of Ohio”, is hosting Hearts Afire Weekend. The weekend will feature elements of fire and ice with live entertainment, outdoor decorations, and more love inspired fun.

February 13, 2024 (Tuesday):

Spend Galentine’s Night at The Cheesecakery. Your reservation includes seating for up to 4 guests, one dessert charcuterie board to share, and an exclusive Galentine’s latte flight (4 lattes) to share. They’re offering two time slots: 6-7pm (register here) and 8-9pm (register here).

Benken Florist hosts a Galentine’s Floral Arrangement Workshop, 6-7pm. It’s a Wine & Design event!! Bring your girlfriends out and make some memories with this fun floral workshop! You’ll get to take home your very own design bursting with roses, ranunculus and wax flower – all while sipping on come complimentary red or white wine! Tickets required.

February 14, 2024 (Wednesday):

Head to Funky Sunshine for their Valentine’s Day DIY Tie Dye event. This event is offered from 5-8pm on both Feb. 11 and 14. Must RSVP: Message or text/call them at 513.443.8659.

Make your reservations for White Castle’s annual Valentine’s Day Dinner, 4-9pm. On this day, participating White Castle restaurants become “Love Castles,” transforming their dining rooms into fine dining establishments. Guests are treated to hostess seating, tableside services and festive décor befitting the holiday of love. Couples, friends and families are all welcome.

February 17-18, 2024:

My Furry Valentine, the annual mega pet adoption event, will be happening at the Sharonville Convention Center from 10am to 5pm on Saturday and noon to 5pm on Sunday. Meet hundreds of adoptable animals under one roof.

All month long:

February 16-25: Cincinnati Ballet performs “Don Quixote” at Music Hall. Don Quixote follows its lead character in his knightly adventures with his loyal sword-bearer Sancho Panza in what has become known as ballet’s most famous romantic comedy.

February: Neusole Glassworks is offering a Flameworked Love Doves Class. In this flameworking class, PAIRS can each make a love dove. These birds will have a hook attached to them so they can be hung anywhere. With little hearts for tail feathers and two wide-spread wings, these little birds are perfect love sculptures. This class is for all levels and no prior experience is necessary. Age 12 and older. Reservations required.

February: Neusole Glassworks is offering a Hearts of Love class. Sculpt hot, molten glass into heart shaped paperweights. This class is for participants 5 years or older and reservations are required.

Be sure to check your event destination for space and availability before you go as many of these events will fill to capacity long before Valentine’s Day.

All events were accurate at the time of this posting but things do happen and events do occasionally get canceled or postponed. You should always double check with the event source before you head out the door. Links for each event are provided so that you can be sure the date is still accurate before you head out.