Believe it or not, romance isn’t dead… you just have to go looking for it. Luckily, you don’t have to go too far — because we’ve already done all the precious work for you. All you have to do is peruse the incredible options on our list and take a willing participant with you, or even just a solo date. Whether it’s a candlelit date night, a luxurious massage, or a movie in a classic venue — you can’t escape the magic happening this Valentine’s Day. Here are charming ways to celebrate the day of love in L.A.:
1. Wander through a cosmic universe at Astra Lumina
The South Coast Botanic Garden is an incredibly romantic place on any given day, but when it’s illuminated with millions of multicolored installations that put the celestial realm right before you, it’s truly magical. Take your crush on a night stroll amongst the stars at the South Coast Botanical Garden’s Astra Lumina experience. Get your tickets for the Astra Lumina experience here.
📍 Location: 26300 Crenshaw Blvd, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
2. Learn the untold truths behind the world’s most famous love stories in a stunning stage performance
Indulge in a uniquely romantic escapade at Cupid’s Secret! This immersive experience in a hidden Los Angeles speakeasy features a sensual retelling of famous love stories through live music, burlesque, and acrobatics while guests enjoy delicious food, cocktails, and more. Don’t miss it — get tickets to Cupid’s Secret here!
📍 Location: The Beverly Center – 8500 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048 (Take the Grand Court Elevators, Located between H&M and UNIQLO)
3. Unleash your inner child with the love of your life at Bubble World
This surreal ‘Bubble World’ experience is the perfect way to unlock your inner child and let loose this Valentine’s Day. If you’re looking for something a bit unconventional, it’s the perfect option. Explore over 10 sensory-filled rooms with a unique theme—discovering all kinds of bubbles throughout! This unique journey won’t be in Montebello for long, so seize the opportunity to visit this world of bubbles before it vanishes forever.
🎈Grab discounted tickets for couples this Valentine’s Day—available from the 12th to the 18th! 🛁
📍Location: 1345 N. Montebello Boulevard, Montebello, CA, 90640-2585
4. Take in an ambient Candlelight concert at a beautiful and historic venue in L.A.
There are few things as magical as listening to top musicians playing classical renditions in a historic venue bathed in glimmering candlelight. These exceptional Candlelight Concert series never fail to captivate audiences around the world—which means there’s a good chance your date will be impressed too. To celebrate the month of love, the series is bringing the beloved romantic classics back, from the greatest love songs to Romeo & Juliet. You can even gift the experience to a loved one! Find the perfect evening of music below:
- February 9, 2024 – Long Beach: Valentine’s Day Special ft. “Romeo and Juliet” & More
- February 13, 2024 – Downtown LA: A Tribute to Coldplay
- February 14, 2024 – Downtown LA: Valentine’s Day Special ft. “Romeo and Juliet” & More
- February 24, 2024 – Santa Monica: The Best of Joe Hisaishi
- Gift Card – Gift a Candlelight Concert with a gift card here
5. Visit this hidden Japanese garden with an unexpected past
Found in Pasadena, the Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden is a beautiful zen retreat with a life full of devastation and triumph. Its constructed bridges, traditional cedar log house, and lush gardens are surrounded by two ponds full of koi fish. As you and your loved one take in the landscape, it’s clear that dedication and patience went into this tranquil masterpiece. Learn more about Storrier Stearns here!
📍 Location: 270 Arlington Dr, Pasadena, CA 91105
6. Wine and unwind with a full body massage and drinks
Treat yourself or your boo to a serious pampering session by wine-ing and unwinding with a full body massage. This is the perfect opportunity to spoil yourself or surprise your special someone with an unforgettable experience of pure serenity. Book a massage session here!
📍 Location: 998 S Robertson, Suite 204, Los Angeles, CA 90035, 90035
7. Tantalize all your cravings at Love Bites: A Romantic Culinary Journey
🗓️ When: All day on February 14 and 15, 2024
💝Pricing:
- $78 per person without pairing.
- $106 per person with pairing, including Cava, white wine, red wine, and dessert wine. (Wine glasses are 4oz, 1/2 glass)
📍 Location: 11930 San Vicente Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049
8. Bask in history and sip on wine at The 1917
Head to this romantic restaurant and winery in Downtown L.A. and soak up history as you sip on some of the finest grapes in the region at The 1917 Wine Bar & Bistro. For Valentine’s Day, they are going all out in the name of love:
- February 1 — 14: Valentine’s Vineyard Voyage: Wine Tasting Flight
- February 2 & 9: Wedding-themed Murder Mystery Dinner where guests are invited to dress in their best wedding guest attire.
- February 10: Valentine’s Wine Tasting in the private Stefano Cellar which includes a delicious wine and charcuterie tasting and the opportunity for guests to make their own flower bouquet.
- February 14: Valentine’s Day four-course wine pairing dinner by Chef Joe Dijamco and sommelier Mike Papalia, featuring some of the Riboli’s family award-winning estate wines.
📍 Location: 737 Lamar St, Los Angeles, CA 90031
9. Have a romantic picnic at one of these scenic L.A. parks
Escape the concrete jungle and indulge in a dreamy picnic at one of these enchanting parks in Los Angeles — where nature plays the perfect backdrop for your romantic rendezvous. From a dreamy rose garden to a hidden oasis right in the middle of the city, get the full list of picnic-perfect parks here!
10. Go on one of these 10 enchanting rides around L.A.
From illuminated swan boats to a private ride in a vintage plane, there are tons of ways to see the city that offer a touch of romance. Even if you don’t have a plus one to take with you, these unique rides around L.A. will reignite your passion for this electric place you call home. Find the full list of enchanting rides around L.A. here.
11. Choose from Fever’s romantic plans
It can be difficult to come up with new and creative ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Thankfully, our friends at Fever, the experiential platform, have some of the best events and experiences for you and your Valentine to discover this February. Cabaret performances, wellness days, immersive exhibitions, and a salsa workshop are on Fever’s list of unique activities. What’s more, you can also gift a romantic dinner in the dark for an extra special and sultry experience. Explore all of your options here.
12. Take your significant other to one of these filming locations for a truly cinematic date
Los Angeles is where Hollywood dreams are born and stars are made. It truly is the entertainment capital, and great films have the power to transport you to magical places ― and Los Angeles happens to be home to many of them, so why not have a date night that’s straight out of a movie? Whether you’re looking for inspiration or you’re looking for a little reminder that you live in an actual dreamland, here are 14 restaurants you can actually visit from timeless films.
13. Dive into the twinkling universe of Yayoi Kusama’s ‘Infinity Mirrored Rooms’
The iconic installations by the beloved Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama have been illuminating our social feeds for the last decade and we can never seem to get enough. There’s something so magical about this installation that you don’t even need a Valentine’s date for this one. Find out more here.
📍 Location: 221 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012
14. Catch romantic flicks on the big screen with Street Food Cinema
Want to make that special someone’s heart flutter? Featuring classics to rom coms, Street Food Cinema will certainly get the job done. Their Valentine’s series is taking place inside one of the oldest movie palaces in DTLA: the Million Dollar Theater. With photo ops, cocktails, and live performances, you’re guaranteed a good time. Find all the seasonal films showing for the month of love here.
- February 10, 2024: The Rocky Horror Picture Show featuring a special performance by Sins O’ The Flesh
- February 14, 2024: Baz Luhrmann’s Romeo + Juliet featuring a special performance by Cabaret Versatile
📍 Location: 307 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013
15. Have a sultry and action-filled evening with Lucha VaVOOM
| Center: Taya Valkyrie (credit: Safi Alia Shabaik) | Right: Los Crazy Chickens (credit: David Chi)
For two nights, Lucha VaVOOM returns to The Mayan Theatre on V-Day week for their night of La Venganza del Amor (The Revenge of Love). Get ready for some sexy burlesque, comedy, and action-packed luchador wrestling. The lineup features Taya Valkyrie, Magno “The Man Mountain” and so much more! Get your tickets here.
📍 Location: 1038 S Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
🗓️ When: February 14 & 15, 2024
16. Discover your inner winemaker Blending Lab Winery
You and your love can discover the inner winemaker with educational tastings and wine-blending experiences at The Blending Lab winery in Los Angeles! They offer a fun and interactive experience where couples can learn the process of winemaking, different flavor notes, and more. Who knows, maybe you’ll both become wine sommeliers! Book your class here.
📍Location: 5151 w. Adams Blvd. LA CA 90016
Regardless of your status, there’s still a ton of fun to be had around Los Angeles this Valentine’s Day — so go on and make the most out of this day of love!
17. Dance your heart out at salsa and bachata Night at Hotel Indigo
Step into the rhythm and let the music take you on a passionate journey. At night, this vibrant club becomes a spot where you can learn salsa and bachata with incredible Latin music. Couples of all levels are welcome to groove into the night. Book your bachata/salsa spot here!
💃 Dates in February:
- February 3, 2024
- February 9, 2024
- February 16, 2024
- February 23, 2024
📍 Location: 899 Francisco Street, Los Angeles, 90017
18. Take up pottery as a new hobby in 2024
Whether you’re a duo looking to make some magic at the wheel or you want to take a shot at hand-building, these are the best ceramics classes in Los Angeles to officially launch your pottery couple era. Get the full list of pottery spots here!
19. Ice things up with a couples cold therapy plunge
Embrace an icy adventure together and make this Valentine’s Day truly unforgettable! You can relax and pamper yourselves with an infrared sauna, salt therapy, massage — and even take on the challenge of a cold plunge at LIV in West Hollywood. Brace yourselves for a chilly spine-tingling rush and a heartwarming connection like never before. Find more info here!
📍 Location: 7918 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90046
20. Dive into the world and mind of Vincent van Gogh
Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience is a 360º digital art exhibition that invites you to step into the world of the beloved Dutch artist, Vincent van Gogh. This immersive exhibit engulfs you in his artwork by showcasing it all around you with ceiling-to-floor screens — experiencing his art in a whole new way. Grab your tickets to Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience here!
📍Location: 1345 N. Montebello Boulevard, Montebello, California, 90640-2585