Valentine’s Day is all about celebrating the people you love – and not just romantic love. In Vancouver, there are a handful of attractions and events to check out alongside your best pals and partners to show just how much you care. So get ready to build some bouquets and charcuterie boards, discover a new ‘spicy’ fun fact, and play your favourite games like no tomorrow. Here are eight ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Vancouver this year.

Science World After Dark: Science of Love & Sex 

From 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13, Science World is bringing back its spicy “Science of Love & Sex” series, which features a stunning display of aerial silk performances and special talks with UBC’s Sexuality and Well-Being Lab experts. Bring a date, a friend, or go solo and get ready to learn something new in a safe space.

When: Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025
Where: 1455 Quebec Street
Cost: $45

Love Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge 

You don’t have to be coupled up to enjoy the transformed Capilano Suspension Bridge for Valentine’s Day. Walk high above the forest floor with a loved one and commemorate your visit with some fun pics under the K.I.S.S.I.N.G Tree or themed light displays.

When: Now until Feb. 23, 2025
Where: 3735 Capilano Road, North Vancouver
Cost: $59.95 to $66.95 per adult

Galentine’s Cake-themed Pottery Night 

From 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Pot Spot Studio, there will be a special Galentine’s-themed pottery night with bubbles. Here, guests can make adorable cupcake mugs, cake slice plates, and any other cake-themed creation they can think up!

When: Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025
Where: 721 Gore Avenue
Cost: $161.08

Galentine’s Day Flower Workshop 

Priced at $250 for two, the Galentine’s Day Flower Workshop at La Fabrique St George is the ideal spot to spend an afternoon celebrating you and your bestie. Included in the experience is a beautiful selection of flower ingredients, two ceramic pots, and a charcuterie board with a selection of cheese, cured meats, bread, and dips. Oh, and a bottle of Rosé from the winery to wash it all down!

When: Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025
Where: 7 East 7th Avenue
Cost: $250 for two 

Tango Voyage – Cafe Lokal 

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This cozy Kitsilano cafe is hosting a special jazz night in honour of Valentine’s Day called “Tango Voyage,” a show curated by jazz singer Martina Govednik and pianist Kinza Tyrrell. The show will blend the sounds of opera, tango, and Cuban rhythms.

When: Friday, Feb. 14, 2025
Where: 2610 West 4th Avenue
Cost: $20-25

BWCV Pole Dance Class (Galentines Edition)

Celebrate self-love, friendship, and self-confidence at this beginner-friendly Pole Dancing Class at AVA Fitness Pole Dance Studios in New West. The Galentines class invites participants to embrace their bodies and empower themselves through the power of pole dancing in a safe space.

When: Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025
Where: 735 Carnarvon Street, New Westminster
Cost: $27.96

Palentine’s Day at Fairmont Waterfront

Fairmont Waterfront is celebrating “Palentine’s Day” with a spirited eve of friendship and indulgence – two words we definitely love to see together. For one, guests can enjoy an “adult happy meal” featuring a Grey Goose Martini with crisp truffle fries, and an optional add-on of 20 grams of Kaviari Oscietre caviar. Oyster lovers can opt for fresh PEI oysters and sparkling wine at half price per bottle.

Note that walk-ins are welcome with no reservations required.

When: Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025
Where: 900 Canada Place

The Rec Room Granville

Ready for nachos, margs, mini golf, arcade games, and throwing axes? You can indulge in all of these at the newly opened Rec Room Granville, which kicks off Valentine’s Day with a gaming offer: When you buy $100 in gaming credits, you get 10 free games for your next visit!

When: Friday, Feb. 14 to March 31, 2025
Where: 855 Granville Street
Cost: Varies per game

And that’s a wrap on some out-of-the-box ideas for Valentine’s Day!

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Isabelle Vauclair

Staff Writer, Vancouver – Isabelle is a West Coast native with an appreciation for Vancouver’s natural landscape, patio scene, and community spaces. She loves to discover new hidden gems in her neighbourhood and share them with readers across the city.

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