Top 10 Things to Do on Valentine"s Day in Vancouver
Valentine's Day is February 14, 2015, and Vancouver has lots of options for celebrating the big day with events around town. There's something for everyone, from traditional romantic escapes to family fun to "anti-Valentine's Day" parties that offer a unique alternative to the typical dinner-and-roses.
Use this list of Things to Do in Vancouver on Valentine's Day 2015 to plan the perfect day.
See also: Vancouver Valentine's Day Gift Guide & Valentine's Day in Vancouver 2015.
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Chocolate on Valentine's Day is pretty much a given, but that doesn't mean it has to be the same-old, same-old. Treat your partner to new and extremely unusual hot chocolate flavours (yes, there is bacon!) at the 24 participating Vancouver chocolate makers and artisans during the annual Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival.
When: January 17 - February 14, 2015More »
When it comes to things to do on Valentine's Day in Vancouver that are cheap and fun for all ages, you can't beat the free ice skating at downtown Vancouver's Robson Square. Take the whole family, or make it romantic by role-playing the ice skating romance from The Cutting Edge. Skate rentals are just $4; helmets and ice cleats are $2. Bonus: The ice rink will play romantic music and have lots of decor just for Valentine's Day!
When: Daily through February 28, 2015, including 9am- 11pm on February 14, 2015More »
Easy to get to---since its just across the street from the Commercial/Broadway SkyTrain Station---East Van's Rio Theatre is an ideal Valentine's Day destination for adults 19+ who want something a teeny bit naughty this Valentine's Day: Burlesque Duos features duets between eight of Vancouver’s top burlesque performers. Tickets are $20 in advance/$25 at the door.
When: February 14, 2015More »
Looking for things to do on Valentine's Day in Vancouver that are old-school romantic? How about a harbour cruise aboard the luxurious Pride of Vancouver that includes a lavish dinner, your own candle-lit table, dancing, and, of course, stunning waterfront views? Tickets are $120 plus a service fee.
When: February 14, 2015More »
The Vancouver Aquarium offers adults a unique Valentine's Day event: a party and sleepover at the Aquarium that includes a three course plated dinner, wine, romantic games, a behind-the-scenes tour of the Aquarium, and a chance to sleep with the Belugas. Tickets are $400 per couple for non-members ($170 for dinner only).
When: February 14, 2015More »
Vancouver's steamy Penthouse Nightclub hosts this Valentine's Day cabaret--a combination of song, dance, theatre and burlesque--from Cabaret Torlage. Stay after the show for "exotic entertainment." Tickets are $15 in advance, or $20 at the door.
When: February 14, 2015More »
Grouse Mountain hosts several Valentine's Day events this year. There's a Valentine's Day Gala 2015 that includes a five-course dinner at the Peak of Vancouver. There's also a Valentine's Day Snowshoe Fondue: an hour-long guided group snowshoe tour followed by a chocolate fondue in the Alpine Timber Room. Finally, Grouse Mountain hosts the free Burton Mountain Festival on February 14 - 15, a six-stop, on-snow community snowboarding festival for riders of all ages.
When: February 13 - 15, 2015More »
Many of Vancouver's top spas offer special Valentine's Day couples packages, sometimes at a discounted price. At Miraj Hammam Spa, couples can have the whole hammam to themselves with their special Valentine's Day package, which includes a 30 minute massage and 30 minute "face and scalp" for $295 per couple (regularly $330).
When: February 14, 2015 at Miraj Hammam Spa, 1495 West 6th AvenueMore »
Just in time for Valentine's Day, YYoga hosts a "Contact Partner Yoga event" just for couples. Chris Brandt leads couples through a fun, intimate workshop designed to "connect partners on and off the mat." Tickets are $40 per person.
When: February 13 & 14, 2015More »
It's may be a cliché, but when it comes to things to do on Valentine's Day in Vancouver, a romantic dinner out is always a great idea. Check out these picks for dining out in Vancouver on Valentine's Day:
This list of 20 romantic things to do in Vancouver is perfect for Valentine's Day, since it covers a wide range of ideas, from free outdoor activities to elegant evenings out.
When: Ongoing, including February 14, 2015More »
The annual People's Prom is one of the most unique things to do on Valentine's Day in Vancouver. Not only is the People's Prom "the prom you never had in high school: it’s a radical, community-oriented, anti-capitalist, queer, cross-dressing, gender bending, bike loving, slow dancing, big dress wearing, good time," it's also a fundraiser for "creative resistance and direct action in BC."
When: February 14, 2015, at Astorinos (1739 Venables Street)More »
Use this list of Things to Do in Vancouver on Valentine's Day 2015 to plan the perfect day.
See also: Vancouver Valentine's Day Gift Guide & Valentine's Day in Vancouver 2015.
Planning a romantic getaway to Vancouver? Vancouver's Most Romantic Hotels
1. Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival
Chocolate on Valentine's Day is pretty much a given, but that doesn't mean it has to be the same-old, same-old. Treat your partner to new and extremely unusual hot chocolate flavours (yes, there is bacon!) at the 24 participating Vancouver chocolate makers and artisans during the annual Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival.
When: January 17 - February 14, 2015More »
2. Free Ice Skating at Robson Square
When it comes to things to do on Valentine's Day in Vancouver that are cheap and fun for all ages, you can't beat the free ice skating at downtown Vancouver's Robson Square. Take the whole family, or make it romantic by role-playing the ice skating romance from The Cutting Edge. Skate rentals are just $4; helmets and ice cleats are $2. Bonus: The ice rink will play romantic music and have lots of decor just for Valentine's Day!
When: Daily through February 28, 2015, including 9am- 11pm on February 14, 2015More »
3. Burlesque Duos at Rio Theatre - 19+
Easy to get to---since its just across the street from the Commercial/Broadway SkyTrain Station---East Van's Rio Theatre is an ideal Valentine's Day destination for adults 19+ who want something a teeny bit naughty this Valentine's Day: Burlesque Duos features duets between eight of Vancouver’s top burlesque performers. Tickets are $20 in advance/$25 at the door.
When: February 14, 2015More »
4. Valentine's Day Dinner Cruise on Pride of Vancouver
Looking for things to do on Valentine's Day in Vancouver that are old-school romantic? How about a harbour cruise aboard the luxurious Pride of Vancouver that includes a lavish dinner, your own candle-lit table, dancing, and, of course, stunning waterfront views? Tickets are $120 plus a service fee.
When: February 14, 2015More »
5. Hugs & Fishes Sleepover at the Vancouver Aquarium - 19+
The Vancouver Aquarium offers adults a unique Valentine's Day event: a party and sleepover at the Aquarium that includes a three course plated dinner, wine, romantic games, a behind-the-scenes tour of the Aquarium, and a chance to sleep with the Belugas. Tickets are $400 per couple for non-members ($170 for dinner only).
When: February 14, 2015More »
6. The Love Show by Cabaret Torlage at Penthouse Nightclub
Vancouver's steamy Penthouse Nightclub hosts this Valentine's Day cabaret--a combination of song, dance, theatre and burlesque--from Cabaret Torlage. Stay after the show for "exotic entertainment." Tickets are $15 in advance, or $20 at the door.
When: February 14, 2015More »
7. Valentine's Day on Grouse Mountain
Grouse Mountain hosts several Valentine's Day events this year. There's a Valentine's Day Gala 2015 that includes a five-course dinner at the Peak of Vancouver. There's also a Valentine's Day Snowshoe Fondue: an hour-long guided group snowshoe tour followed by a chocolate fondue in the Alpine Timber Room. Finally, Grouse Mountain hosts the free Burton Mountain Festival on February 14 - 15, a six-stop, on-snow community snowboarding festival for riders of all ages.
When: February 13 - 15, 2015More »
8. Valentine's Day Spa Packages for Couples
Many of Vancouver's top spas offer special Valentine's Day couples packages, sometimes at a discounted price. At Miraj Hammam Spa, couples can have the whole hammam to themselves with their special Valentine's Day package, which includes a 30 minute massage and 30 minute "face and scalp" for $295 per couple (regularly $330).
When: February 14, 2015 at Miraj Hammam Spa, 1495 West 6th AvenueMore »
9. Couples Yoga at YYoga's Yoga Date Night
Just in time for Valentine's Day, YYoga hosts a "Contact Partner Yoga event" just for couples. Chris Brandt leads couples through a fun, intimate workshop designed to "connect partners on and off the mat." Tickets are $40 per person.
When: February 13 & 14, 2015More »
10. Romantic Dining on Valentine's Day in Vancouver
It's may be a cliché, but when it comes to things to do on Valentine's Day in Vancouver, a romantic dinner out is always a great idea. Check out these picks for dining out in Vancouver on Valentine's Day:
11. Bonus: 20 Romantic Things to Do in Vancouver
This list of 20 romantic things to do in Vancouver is perfect for Valentine's Day, since it covers a wide range of ideas, from free outdoor activities to elegant evenings out.
When: Ongoing, including February 14, 2015More »
12. The People's Prom - 19+ --SOLD OUT
The annual People's Prom is one of the most unique things to do on Valentine's Day in Vancouver. Not only is the People's Prom "the prom you never had in high school: it’s a radical, community-oriented, anti-capitalist, queer, cross-dressing, gender bending, bike loving, slow dancing, big dress wearing, good time," it's also a fundraiser for "creative resistance and direct action in BC."
When: February 14, 2015, at Astorinos (1739 Venables Street)More »