Looking for some fun and family friendly Valentine's Day ideas and festivities? Here's a running list of things you can do either at home or locally. Be sure to check back often as things are added. Don't miss our hyper-local Date Night Guide!
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❤️ Recipes!
❤️ DIY Crafts/Gifts
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❤️Local Restaurants with Valentine's Day Menus
Bollywood Bites Bistro & Events Center
Untamed Chef
Suite Fire Bar and Grill
Asher's Bar and Grill
❤️Local Valentine's Treats
Emerald Tea Room LTD
LeBakery
Trefzger's
Ambrosia Home Bakery
❤️Valentine's Day Themed Events
Feb 3 & Feb 10 Four30 Scone Valentine's Day Class Fun sprinkles + toppings, learn to make chocolate covered strawberries and add them to your scones. Must Register. 2PM | $35 per person, includes drink
Feb 4 Cupid Carnival Come out and enjoy the cutest kids Valentine’s shindig that will feature games and crafts and photo ops and so much sweetness! 11:00-1:00 or 2:00-4:00 | Tickets are $15 each or there are limited 4 packs for $50- All ticket sales go to Children’s Hospital of Illinois.
Feb 5 Holiday ASL: Valentine's Day Come add a touch of sign language magic to your Valentine's Day. 4PM - 7PM | $5/person, to benefit Deaf/Hard of Hearing programs in area schools.
Feb 9 & 10 For the Love of Ballet Performance Join us for Central Illinois Ballet's production of "For the Love of Dance" featuring Classical works from iconic ballet such as "Romeo and Juliet" and "Swan Lake" as well as newly choreographed works! Feb 9, 7PM - 9PM, Feb 10, 2PM - 4PM & 7PM - 9PM | Tickets are complimentary! Donations are appreciated
Feb 9, 10, & 14 Valentine's Day Clay Date at Wheel Art Pottery Studios Have an extra special Date Night this Valentine's Day. Everyone makes 3 keepable pieces that when finished will be food-safe, dishwasher-safe, microwave safe. 6PM - 9PM | $100/Couple
Feb 10 Valentine's Day Photo Booth We will have 4-6 adorable photo scenes ready for you! Please bring something to take photos with. We are more than happy to assist you or take photos for you on your device! Must reserve spot. 9AM - 12PM | $10/Person
Feb 10 Potter's Alley Glow Bowl Join us for our Valentine's Glow Bowl 7PM-9PM | $15 includes all you can GLOW bowl, shoe rental and a 16oz bottomless fountain beverage
Feb 10 The Picker's Daughter Valentine's Day Shopping Event Shop for the perfect gift for your sweetheart! Join us for a day of shopping, refreshments, samples, sales, give-aways and drawings! 10AM-3PM
Feb 10 Youth Valentine's Day Party at HIRSA A Valentine’s Day Party just for the youth participants! The afternoon will be filled with snacks, games, and crafts. Siblings and friends welcome! Ages: 4-16 | 1PM-5PM | R $18/NR $23/Sibling $15
Feb 10 Valentine's Day Celebration of Plant Love Pot your own succulent while enjoying wine and chocolates. 3PM-4PM | $20/person
Feb 10 Be My Valentine Trivia Night Come out with the family and try your hand at Disney Trivia hosted by Joe Knows Trivia. 6PM - 8PM | $20/person
Feb 11 Valentine's Wreath Craft Brunch Get into the Valentine's Day spirit by creating your own beautiful wreath to decorate your home. Enjoy donuts, coffee, and juice.10AM - 11:30AM | $25
Feb 12 Krafty Kids: Valentine's Day Treat Popper Join Miss Morgan at the Washington Library for some afternoon crafting fun! 4PM - 4:45PM
Feb 12 Valentine's Paint Party Join us for a fun-filled Valentine's Paint Party! Get ready to unleash your creativity and have a blast with your loved ones. All supplies provided. 6PM - 7:30PM | $18
Feb 13 Mom's Morning out at Chick-Fil-A Join us for a morning of fellowship, indoor play, and a Valentine's Day Craft! Free HOT coffee for Mom, 1 free kid's meal with the purchase of an adult meal! 9AM - 11AM
Feb 13 Valentine's Day Reiki Sound Bath: Let Love In Join us for a blissful evening of relaxation and healing at Hope and Healing Wellness Center. 6:15PM - 6:45PM | $20
Feb 13 Pre-Valentine's Date Night Join us for an evening of Dance with Triple Dipple’s of Chillicothe, Chillicothe Park District and Young Dance Inc. 6:30PM - 7:30PM | $35/Couple
Feb 13 Valentine's Day Paint Nite Get ready for a fun night at Peoria Pizza Works in the Heights! Grab a mixed drink or a delicious pizza, then get ready to unleash your inner artist as you create your own beautiful painting masterpiece 7PM - 9PM | $39
Feb 14 Kid's Cooking Valentine's Day Treats In this unique class, we’ll make things like Chocolate Mousse Stuffed Strawberries, Mini Heart Shaped Pizzas, Chocolate Cherry Bark, Cupid’s Quesadillas, Love Bug Pretzels, and even Pink Velvet Hot Chocolate! These are all treats the kids will go crazy for, and they make great ideas for lunch boxes and Valentine’s Parties! Kids might still be grossed out by romance, but they will LOVE this fun and tasty class! 5:30PM - 8PM | $35 and up
Feb 14 Serenade Under the Stars Join us at the Peoria Riverfront Museum for a romantic evening under the stars this Valentine's Day! 6PM - 8:30PM Adult: $75, Member Adult: $62.50
Feb 15 Daddy Daughter Dance Dance the night away at our Daddy - Daughter Dance in the Zeller Banquet Rooms at the Avanti's Event Center. Light refreshments provided, including the platters of the famous Avanti's Gondola! 6PM - 8:30PM | $35/Couple | $10 per extra daughter
Feb 15 Candlelight: A Valentine's Special Get your tickets now to discover the music of Valentine’s Day Special ft. “Romeo and Juliet” & More 6PM - 7PM | Tickets $25+
Feb 18 Valentine's Day Beer Dinner Indulge in a delectable journey of flavors at this exclusive 5-course beer pairing dinner, hosted by Clink Bar and Bust'd Brewing 21 and up. 5:30PM - ? | $75/Person
Feb 24 Dip Your Own Dilly Bar Bring the kids out to dip and decorate their own Dilly Bar. We will have Heart Shaped & Regular Dilly Bars available while supplies last. 11AM - 5PM | $3 Each or $10 per 6 pack
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