Valentine’s Day Events

Valentine’s Day is a great time for people to show the one’s they love how much they mean to each other. It’s not just for significant others, share the love with family and friends, too. Some like to celebrate at home, others like to make plans for special events or celebrations. If you’re looking for an activity out on the town, here’s a list of Valentine’s Day Events in Orange County.

Valentine’s Day is on Friday, February 14, 2025.

Valentine’s Day Events for Adults

Disneyland Sweetheart’s Night

Disneyland
1313 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, CA
January 23, 25, 30 & February 1, 6, 8, 12, 14, 2024 | 9PM – 1AM

Experience the Magic of Disney with your Valentine on these special evenings at Disney. The celebration of love includes unique entertainment, special character appearances, specialty food and beverages, photo ops, a royal ball, fireworks, moonlight cruise and more all with limited capacity. Children are welcome at this event as well.

Valentine’s Day Concert

Anaheim Marketplace
1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805
February 11, 2024 | 12PM – 4PM

Free Valentine’s Day concert at The Marketplace in the Placita. There will be three bands playing live music, wedding ceremonies, and photo ops! The First 100 attendees will receive a free rose, and guests can participate in raffles to win prizes. The photo op will be on display from February 9th through the 12th.

Cupid’s Row

West Center Street Promenade
435 West Center Street Promenade, Anaheim, CA 92805
February 8, 2024 | 11AM – 3PM

A Valentine’s-inspired day with free entry. Take a stroll down the Center Street Promenade to find delicious sweets, unique gifts/cards, amazing artwork, and more!

Valentine’s Wine & Paint Night

Muzeo Main Gallery
241 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805
Thursday, February 8, 2024 | 5PM – 7PM

Admission fee includes 2 tickets for two plus wine and supplies for painting your masterpiece. Participants will paint a work of art inspired by Van Gogh’s “Starry Night.”

Axe Your Ex

Slashers Axe Throwing & Ales
February 14, 2024 | 5PM – 10PM

Book a lane, bring a printed photo of your ex, and prepare to throw some axes!

Valentine’s Day In Spain

Café Sevilla
1870 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, CA
February 14, 2024 | 4:30PM to close

Reserve your spot at Café Sevilla to enjoy a special 4 course Prix Fixe Valentine’s Day menu and a live Latin music performance. There is also a Flamenco Dinner Show experience that begins at 7 with a Charcuterie Platter and 3-course Spanish lobster paella dinner.

Be My Valentine Speed Dating Bash

FLOE Lounge Irvine Marriott Hotel
18000 Von Karman Ave., Irvine, CA 92612
February 14, 2024 | 6PM – 8PM

This special Valentine’s Day speed dating event is for singles ages 25 to 39. Come out and find your special someone! Tickets are required to attend.

Valentine’s Day Farm-to-Table Dinner

Tanaka Farms
5380 3/4 University Dr, Irvine, CA 92612
Saturday, February 10, 2024 | 6 – 9 PM

This Adults only event will feature a special Farm-To-Table Valentine’s Day dinner. The farm-fresh menu includes your choice of salmon, steak, or a vegan entrée, farm-fresh vegetables, potatoes, bread, dessert, and of course, chocolate covered strawberries. Enjoy a romantic wagon ride with your sweetheart, and dance to live music.

Donne di Canto and Women’s & Men’s Chorus Valentine’s Concert

Concordia University Irvine Center for Worship & Performing Arts
1530 Concordia, Irvine, CA 92612
Saturday, February 10, 2024 | 7PM – 8:30PM

A special Valentine’s Concerts featuring heartwarming and romantic songs performed by the women’s and men’s choruses of Concordia.

Valentine’s Day Dinner at the Aquarium

February 14, 2024 | 5PM – 10PM
Aquarium Of The Pacific
100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802

Enjoy a romantic evening among the aquariums with cocktails on the veranda, a screening of the film Top Gun: Maverick, and a gourmet three course dinner served at your private table.

Valentine’s Premier Dinner Cruise

City Cruises
2431 West Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA 92663
February 10, 14, & 17, 2024 | 6:30PM – 10:00PM

Spend an evening on the water with your special Valentine. Enjoy DJ entertainment with dancing, cocktails, a three course dinner, and stunning ocean views on this three hour cruise.

Murder Mystery-Valentine’s Day Event

Paddy’s Station
26701 Verdugo Street, Suite B, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
February 14, 2024 | 5PM – 8PM

Come out for this Valentine’s Day Murder Mystery at Paddy’s Station.

Valentine’s Day Experience

Orange County Mining Co.
10000 South Crawford Canyon Road, Santa Ana, CA 92705
February 14, 2024 | 6PM – 10PM

There are two seatings for this special Valentines day event: 5:45PM and 7:45PM. Dine in the Upstairs Ballroom for candlelight dining with a view and enjoy live music and dancing. Dinner includes a bottle of champagne for each couple, filet and lobster dinners, and dessert. Reservations are required.

Love Songs

Seal Beach Symphony
121 6th Street #3, Seal Beach, CA 90740
Saturday, February 10, 2024 | 6PM – 9PM

Spend an evening with your favorite valentine and the Seal Beach Symphony for music and an exciting dinner cabaret.

Ronstadt Revival Valentine’s Day

Spaghettini
3005 Old Ranch Parkway, Seal Beach, CA
February 14, 2024 | 7:00PM

Enjoy a special performance that pays tribute to Linda Ronstadt. The live performance includes a full seven piece band and tunes from Ronstadt’s catalog dating back to 1967.

Candlelight OC: Valentine’s Day Special

Richard Nixon Library & Museum
18001 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda, CA 92886
February 14, 2024 | 6:30PM & 9:00PM

Enjoy a magical evening with a live, multi-sensory musical experience by candlelight. The String Quartet will perform pieces from Breakfast at Tiffany’s , Romeo and Juliet, Titanic, and more. The program lasts approximately 60 minutes.

Valentine’s Day Events for Kids

Disneyland Sweetheart’s Night

Disneyland
1313 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, CA
January 23, 25, 30 & February 1, 6, 8, 12, 14, 2024 | 9PM – 1AM

Experience the Magic of Disney with your family on these special evenings at Disneyland. The celebration of love includes unique entertainment, special character appearances, specialty food and beverages, photo ops, a royal ball, fireworks, moonlight cruise and more all with limited capacity. Children are welcome at this event as well.

Valentine’s Festival & Night Market

JW Marriott Tocca Ferro Italian Chophouse
1775 S Clementine Street, Anaheim, CA
February 10, 2024 | 4PM – 9PM

Enjoy a Valentine themed pop up night market in the Serenity Garden with special treats, full bar, live music, a bubble party in the kids play area with crafts and face painting, and views of the fireworks from Disneyland at the end of the night.

Valentine Themed Markets at GardenWalk

STC GardenWalk
400 W Disney Way, Anaheim, CA 92802

Visit the GardenWalk for a number of Valentine themed markets with kids activities, vendors, photo ops, and fun!

• Cupid’s Corner: Feb. 2-4, 2024 | Fri: 5PM – 9PM, Sat & Sun: 2PM – 9PM
• Friendship & Valentine: Feb. 9-11, 2024 | Fri: 5PM – 9PM, Sat & Sun: 1PM – 9PM
• Valentine’s Artisan Market: Feb. 17 & 18, 2024 | 2PM – 9PM

Valentine’s Day with Knott’s Peanuts Celebration

Knott’s Berry Farm
8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, CA
Daily January 27 – February 25, 2024

Visit the Knott’s Peanuts Celebration and see all of your favorite characters dressed up in their Valentine’s Day best.

Valentine’s Day Farm-to-Table Family Cookout

Tanaka Farms
5380 3/4 University Dr, Irvine, CA 92612
Saturday, February 10, 2024 | 11AM – 2PM

This family event is a great way to spend Valentine’s Day with the kids. The farm-fresh menu includes chicken, salad, vegetables, and dessert. Everyone can make their own Chocolate Dipped Strawberries (2 per person), take a wagon ride around the farm, and visit the barn to make friends with the animals. Military member and children 3 and under are free!

Pretend City Valentine’s Day Fun

Pretend City Children’s Museum
29 Hubble Drive, Irvine, CA 92618
Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Kids can explore a card making station, pink and red paint, flower petals, story time, and other Valentine-themed activities at Pretend City.

PC Grommets Kids Club: Valentines Day Party

Pacific City
21010 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
February 14, 2024 | 10:30AM – 11:30AM

The party takes place on level 1 in front of Sephora and includes dancing, photo ops, Sweetheart Minnie, Valentine’s crafts, music, and games. Reserve your spot!

Valentine’s Day Photo Ops

Sea Country Senior & Community Center
24602 Aliso Creek Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
February 14, 2024 | 9AM – 4PM

Free Valentine’s Day photo backdrops will be set up in the Sea Country Community Center Lobby for you to take selfies (bring your own camera). Open to all ages!

Los Alamitos Love Fest

10902 Pine Street, Los Alamitos
2025 TBA | 4-8PM

The Los Alamitos Love Fest is a family friendly event with live music, games, food, a beer garden, farm, local artists, vendors, and more.

Valentine’s Lovefest Night Market

North Paseo
25282 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA
February 17, 2024

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with this free, family friendly night market with treats, games, entertainment, photo ops, food vendors and more.

This free community event features vendors for shopping, scavenger hunt with giveaways, food, open bar, DJ, face painting, photo ops, and more.

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