Love is in the air—and some of us need air freshener. Jokes aside, the idea of Valentine’s Day can feel quite daunting to those of us who are single. But let’s flip the narrative. Valentine’s Day isn’t only exclusive to couples, those who are riding solo deserve some love too! Single or not, let’s make Valentine’s Day the perfect excuse to spoil ourselves with some jam-packed plans below.
1. Unlock Your Own Power At The Incredible Stranger Things Experience
El and the gang need your help. L.A.’s Stranger Things: The Experience is keeping its gates open for a little longer, which also means Demogorgons are afoot. Grab your friends and venture into Hawkins to get in touch with your inner power to save the city. You’ll also find hair-raising goodies, a neon-soaked arcade room, exclusive merch, and a riveting interactive story with a real-life versions of your favorite characters. Remember to keep an eye out for spies in lab coasts. Enter the upside down here!
📍 Location: 1345 N Montebello Blvd, Montebello, CA , USA, 90640
2. Grab A Beer And Marvel At The Broken Hearts Circus
On the weekend of V-Day, Angel City Brewery is turning into a complete circus. Grab yourself a beer, snack on sweets, and sit back as you witness aerialists, stilt-walkers, contortionists, jugglers, sword swallowers, tarot card readers, and more! As they put it, it’s “a celebration of the single, the third wheels, and everything in between!” This event is totally free. Find more info here.
📍 Location: Angel City Brewery, 216 Alameda St. Los Angeles, CA 90012
🗓️ When: February 19, 2023 at 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
3. Have Brunch On One Of These Gorgeous Scenic Rooftops
Whether you’re with a few friends or going solo, nothing beats delicious food and cocktails with a view. From scenic views of Downtown Los Angeles to a lush rooftop greenhouse, we’ve collected 20 spots for you to sip and relax. Check out the full list here!
4. Spend It With Ghosts At This Haunted House Experience
We know getting ghosted on a holiday isn’t totally ideal, but this haunted house experience will get you boo’d up in the best and most frightening way possible. Rumor has it that scientists at EntyP Research Labs are in need of folks to send into a cyber dimension to save Earth from creepy creatures and ghouls. Spend V-Day in an extraordinary way, and grab your tickets here!
📍 Location: 2525 West Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90018
🗓️ When: February, 10, 11, 12, & 14, 2023
5. Have A Sultry And Action-Filled Evening With Lucha VaVOOM
For two nights, Lucha VaVOOM returns to The Mayan Theatre on V-Day week with for their night of Pasión de Fuego. Get ready for some sexy burlesuqe, and an action-packed lunchador wrestling. The lineup features the ultimate faceoff between Taya Valkyrie and Magno “The Man Mountain” Rudo vs. Simone Williams, along with a very special, mysterious guest Johnny VaVOOM. Grab your seats here!
📍 Location: 1038 S Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
🗓️ When: February 8 & 9, 2023 at 7:00 pm (Doors)
6. Catch A Comedy Show At The Iconic Comedy Store
This historic club has seen greats walk through its doors and grace its stage. On Valentine’s Day, the iconic Comedy Store is hosting two shows: Long Time No See and Roast Battle. LTNS will be a night full of stand-up and belly laughs from some of the most talented comics in showbiz. Their Roast Battle is a local favorite, where comics go head to head for three rounds in a boxing-style no holds barred battle of insults.
- Long Time No See Tickets here! (8 pm)
- Roast Battle Tickets here! (10:30 pm)
📍 Location: 8433 Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90069
🗓️ When: February 14, 2023
7. Have Intimate Late-Night Tea At Shiloh’s
Shiloh has cultivated and created a meditative late night teahouse where you can connect with yourself and others in the community through tea and conversation. It’s the perfect peaceful escape right in the middle of the city. Reservations only. Learn more about them here!
📍Location: Arts District, DTLA, must make reservation for location. RSVP here!
⏰Hours: Monday to Wednesday, tea meditations and conversation 7 – 10 pm. Thursday to Sunday, late night tea from 7 – 11 pm.
8. Take A Breathtaking Scenic Drive
Los Angeles is home to so many types of gorgeous roadtrips views. From the sparkling lights of the city skyline to breathtaking oceanside waves, you can really see it all in just one day. Here are out top 9 scenic drives here!
9. Have A Drunken Karaoke Night At Brass Monkey
This intimate K-town bar is loved and frequented by locals every single night. Trust us, you’ll feel like a total rockstar when you get up on stage and sing your heart out to a room full of supportive (and admittedly drunk) strangers. Learn more about Cafe Brass Monkey here!
📍 Location: 3440 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90010
10. Visit The William Kentridge Exhibit At The Broad
This is William Kentridge’s very first presentation at The Broad, and his first exhibition in LA within the last two decades. It features more than 130 works full of engaging and interactive design. You’ll surely be taken aback by all the intricacies and profound thoughtfulness in his artwork found throughout the museum’s first-floor galleries. Grab tickets here!
📍 Location: The Broad, 221 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012
11. Try Your Hand At Speed-Dating (With A Tantra Twist)
Take a break from those dating apps, and go back to the old school way of a blind date! The folks over at Still Yoga are approaching speed-dating with mindfulness in a whole new fun and creative way. They’ll guide you through a ceremony of fun and insightful relationship-building exercises with up to 20 singles. Take your single chance here!
📍 Location: Still Yoga, 2395 Glendale Boulevard, Los Angeles, California
🗓️ When: February 10, 2023 at 7 – 1o:00 pm
12. Meditate And Take A Breather With Open
Here is the ultimate gift of self-love: relaxation. The Open studio combines traditional practice and your senses to achieve the ultimate wellness journey. They mix meditation, yoga, breath-work, and music together. Yes, even music! Throughout your meditative experience, there is music playing to guide you through your mediation. Book your spot here!
📍 Location: 15 Brooks Ave Unit B, Venice, CA 90291
🗓️ When: February 10, 2023 at 8 – 8:30 am
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