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 Tuesday, February 14, 2023.
Valentine’s Day Events for Adults
Disneyland Sweetheart’s Night
Disneyland
1313 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, CA
January 31 & February 2, 5, 7, 9, 14, & 16, 2023
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, 2023
12PM – 5PM
Free Valentine’s Day concert at The Marketplace in the Placita. Headliners for the event will be la Banda Santanera de Oro and Los KasaNova’s Del Sabor! The First 100 attendees will receive a free rose, and when you purchase a minimum of $20 from the Marketplace vendors you will receive a free VOLUSPA candle ($50 retail value).
Cupid’s Row
West Center Street Promenade
435 West Center Street Promenade, Anaheim, CA 92805
February 9, 2023
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!
Bros & Brews or Galentine’s Experience
Parkestry at JW Marriott Anaheim Resort
1775 S Clementine St., Floor 11, Anaheim, CA
February 10 & 11, 2023
5:00PM
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with friends at Parkestry’s rooftop bar. Tickets to the Bros & Brews/Galentines event includes two drinks, dessert, a DJ, fireworks, and plenty of fun.
Valentine’s Day With The Righteous Brothers
Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall
615 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
February 10-11, 2023
8:00PM
The Righteous Brothers music comes back to the stage led by vocalists Bucky Heard and Bill Medley. Pacific Symphony opens the show with music by Elmer Bernstein featuring themes from Hollywood blockbusters like The Magnificent Seven and The Great Escape.
Valentine’s Day In Spain
Café Sevilla
1870 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, CA
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
5PM
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
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
7PM – 9PM
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 11, 2023 | 6 – 9 PM
This Adults only dinner will feature a special Farm-To-Table Valentine’s Day dinner with your choice of salmon, steak, or vegan entrée, farm-fresh vegetables, roasted potatoes, bread and butter, chocolate covered strawberries, and dessert. Also included will be a romantic wagon ride around the farm, live music, and dancing.
Donne di Canto and Men’s Chorus Valentine’s Concert
Concordia University Irvine Center for Worship & Performing Arts
1530 Concordia, Irvine, CA 92612
Saturday, February 11, 2023
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 Premier Dinner Cruise
City Cruises
2431 West Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA 92663
February 10 – 14, 2023
6:30PM – 10:00PM
Spend an evening on the water with your special Valentine. Enjoy DJ entertainment with dancing, cocktails, dinner, and stunning views on this three hour cruise.
Jazz For Valentine’s
The Casino San Clemente
140 West Avenida Pico, San Clemente, CA 92672
Saturday, February 11, 2023
7PM – 9PM
A special dinner show featuring a jazz performance by songstress Maria Schafer. A special dinner menu will be served including Tri Tip & Shrimp, rosemary roasted potatoes, french style green beans, café salad, and lemon raspberry tartlet. Tickets are required.
Anti-Valentine’s Day Party
Paddy’s Station
26701 Verdugo Street, Suite B, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
February 11, 2023
8PM – 11PM
Come out for this Anti-Valentine’s singles night at Paddy’s Station. There will be drinks, live music by Soundcake, and a chance to take a swing at the singles pinata.
A Wedding With Bridezilla
Paddy’s Station
26701 Verdugo Street, Suite B, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
February 14, 2023
Arrive at 5:30, Show begins at 6PM
Come in your best date night outfits and crash a wedding at Paddy’s Station. Guests will see a full murder mystery and dinner show, with drinks of course. Tickets are required for this special event.
Valentine’s Day Experience
Orange County Mining Co.
10000 South Crawford Canyon Road, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
6PM – 10PM
There are two seatings for this special Valentines day event: 6PM and 8PM. 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.
Maag Marketplace Bloody Valentine
Heritage Museum of Orange County
3101 West Harvard Street, Santa Ana, CA 92704
Saturday, February 11, 2023
10AM – 6PM
Bring your Valentine for a day of Bloody Valentine photo ops, bloody valentine cosplay, spooky and unique vendors, food and drinks, music, and more. Crafts and activities for the kids as well!
Valloween
Downtown Santa Ana
125 N Broadway, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Saturday, February 11, 2023
5PM – 10PM
Witches Brew Night Market presents a special Valloween installment featuring themed photo ops, many dining options, specialty themed cocktails, cold brews, tarot readers, night market vendors, and more.
Love Songs
Old Ranch Country Club
3901 Lampson Ave., Seal Beach, CA 90740
Saturday, February 11, 2023
6PM – 10:30PM
Spend an evening at Old Ranch Country Club and enjoy this dinner cabaret. This is one of Orange County’s premier Valentine’s events.
Ronstadt Revival Valentine’s Day
Spaghettini
3005 Old Ranch Parkway, Seal Beach, CA
February 14, 2023
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
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
6:30PM & 9:00PM
Enjoy a magical evening with a live, multi-sensory musical experience by candlelight. The salastina 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 31 & February 2, 5, 7, 9, 14, & 16, 2023
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.
Maag Marketplace Bloody Valentine
Heritage Museum of Orange County
3101 West Harvard Street, Santa Ana, CA 92704
Saturday, February 11, 2023
10AM – 6PM
Bring your Valentine for a day of Bloody Valentine photo ops, bloody valentine cosplay, spooky and unique vendors, food and drinks, music, and more. Crafts and activities for the kids as well!
Valentine’s Day Farm-to-Table Family Cookout
Tanaka Farms at the Great Park
5380 3/4 University Dr, Irvine, CA 92612
Saturday, February 11, 2023 | 2 – 3 PM
This kid-friendly event will feature a special meal of chicken, salad, vegetables, and dessert for all to enjoy. Also included will be Make-Your-Own Chocolate Dipped Strawberries (2 per person), a tractor-pulled wagon ride around the farm, and a visit with the Barnyard Animals.
Pretend City Valentine’s Day Fun
Pretend City Children’s Museum
29 Hubble Drive, Irvine, CA 92618
February 12, 2023
Kids can explore a card making station, pink and red paint, flower petals, story time, and other Valentine-themed activities at Pretend City.
Los Alamitos Love Fest
10902 Pine Street
Saturday, February 11, 2023 | 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.
PC Grommets Kids Club: Valentines Day Party
Pacific City
21010 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
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 Line Dancing
North Paseo
25282 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Put on your dancing boots and wear red and white to celebrate Valentine’s Day with this free, family friendly line dancing class with free treats while supplies last.
Valentine’s Day with Knott’s Peanuts Celebration
Knott’s Berry Farm
8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, CA
February 10-14, 2023
Visit the Knott’s Peanuts Celebration and see all of your favorite characters dressed up in their Valentine’s Day best.
Orange County Connect Valentine’s Event
TAPS Brewery & Barrel Room
15501 Red Hill Ave., Tustin
Saturday, February 11, 2023
This free community event features vendors for shopping, scavenger hunt with giveaways, food, open bar, DJ, face painting, photo ops, and more.
Bella Terra Kids Club Valentine’s Cookie Crawl
Bella Terra Huntington Beach
Monday, February 6, 2023
Meet on the Green and celebrate Valentine’s Day with hot cocoa, Valentine’s crafts, music, and a bag to visit participating locations around Bella Terra to collect special Valentine’s Cookies. Must be registered to receive cookie bag.
Bella Terra Happy Hearts Maker Market
Bella Terra Huntington Beach
Saturday, February 11, 2023
Shop from over 35 vendors, food and drinks from Bella Terra restaurants, characters with live entertainment, games and activities for kids, and photo ops.
Valentine’s Day Meet & Greet
The Shops At Rossmoor
12201 Seal Beach Blvd., Seal Beach, CA 90740
February 11, 2023
Enjoy a meet and greet with everyone’s favorite couple, Mr. & Mrs. Mouse. Photo ops and pop up shops and activities are located between ULTA and Staples.
V-Day PJ Party
Once Upon An Island
118 Agate Ave., Newport Beach, CA 92662
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Give mom and dad the opportunity to have a romantic overnight this Valentine’s Day. The V-day pajama party entertains kids with games, crafts, dancing, singing, pizza and snacks, movies, and much more.
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Heidi Deal is the author of the Newcomers Handbook to Living In Los Angeles & Orange County, and a children’s book author specializing in history and human rights.