Check out San Diego's 2013 Valentine's Day activities. We are constantly adding to this list. Please check back periodically for more listings. If you'd like to add your event to our list, please submit the event.
San Diego Natural History Museum's 'Chocolate' Exhibit
Ongoing until Sunday, March 10, 2013
"Chocolate" explores the history of man’s relationship with the rainforest’s cacao tree through the lenses of botany and ecology, anthropology and economics, conservation and popular culture.
Valentine Card Making & Bake Sale Benefitting Susan G. Komen
Thursday, January 31, 2013, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
On January 31st from 11:30am-1pm, Susan G. Komen, San Diego will host a bake and gift sale including items like knits from Knit for the Cure and jewelry from Nancy Gordon.
Valentine Card Making Benefitting Susan G. Komen
Saturday, February 2, 2013, 10 a.m. to noon
On February 2nd from 10am-12pm, volunteers are welcome to come and help decorate Valentine’s Day cards for the public to purchase online. When a purchase is made, Komen sends the love note to that special someone on your behalf.
Valentine Cake Pop Workshop
Thursday, February 7, 2013, 6 p.m.
Older kids and adults can join in this Cake Pop Workshop, where they will learn professional cake pop tips and tricks from KCreative! They will receive hands-on instruction on how to mix, mold, dip and decorate Valentine’s Day cake pops to take home!
I Love A Clean San Diego: Cupid's Cleanup
Saturday, February 9, 2013, 10 a.m. to noon
This Valentine's Day, say "I love you too, San Diego" at our street-sweep cleanup in Pacific Beach! We'll be meeting on the lawn outside the Pacific Beach Taylor Library and cleaning up the neighborhood streets and Mission Bay.
Saint Valentino Gondola Cruise
Saturday, February 9, 2013, 11 a.m.
A relaxing and romantic cruise through the canals and waterways of the Coronado Cays. This cruise includes a complimentary dessert plate. Blankets, an ice bucket, and souvenir wine glasses are provided.
Maritime Museum Presents 'Sweetheart Sail'
Saturday, February 9, 2013, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Celebrate Valentines Day with your loved ones on the beautiful San Diego Bay. Bring mom, dad, grandparents, kids, best friend, your significant other and share this day of love with those you care about with this special Sweetheart Sail!
4th Annual Escondido 'For The Love Of Chocolate And SweetArt Festival'
Saturday, February 9, 2013, 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Enjoy the best of our downtown shops and spas while sampling locally brewed beer and wines, paired with San Diego's finest chocolates.
Valentine’s Day Celebrations At Via Lago Trattoria
Saturday, February 9, 2013, 5:30 p.m.
Couples and singles alike can prepare for Valentine's Day with a special Valentine's Party on Saturday, February 9. Guests will enjoy delicious Sicilian Italian fare and drink specials while listening to live entertainment by pianist David Owen.
Puppy Love 5K Run/Walk
Sunday, February 10, 2013, 7 a.m.
Our programs find homes for orphaned pets, connect therapy animals with people in need, and celebrate the human-animal bond. We fulfill our mission to promote "people helping animals, and animals helping people" with the help of people like you.
'Tweets & Sweets' 2013
Sunday, February 10, 2013, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Join the Living Coast Discovery Center in a special refuge sunset with feathered animal guests. There will be activities for both children and adults!
Bravo School Of Art: Collaged Valentine
Monday, February 11, 2013, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Assemble beautiful papers, stickers, ribbon, hearts, doilies and lace with images and words from magazines, books, love letters, etc to create a sweet Valentine message for your loved one.
A Valentine's Day Gift For Our Military Wives
Tuesday, February 12, 2013, 9 a.m.
There are television shows and blogs about them, support networks for them and a slew of organizations especially for military wives. This Valentine’s Day, Bellus Academy is offering to pamper the individuals that make up this sisterhood.
'Share A Little Love' Valentine's Day Event
Wednesday, February 13, 2013, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
St. Baldrick's will be hosting a pre-event "Share A Little Love" pre-Valentine's Day sign-up event on Wednesday, February 13th from 6-8pm at the host venue The Commons.
Valentines's Day With Shamu
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Romance your Valentine with an elegant, unforgettable evening at SeaWorld on February 14, 2013. Enjoy a four course meal with your sweetheart and see the Shamu killer whale show at SeaWorld up close.
Valentine's Five-Day Special At The Cosmo
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Come to the Valentine’s Five-Day Special at The Cosmopolitan Hotel and Restaurant! Enjoy a three-course meal and stay in the hotel that night at a 20% discount available from Thursday, February 14th through Monday, February 18th.
Rancho Bernardo Inn- Valentine's Day Stay
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 3 p.m. to 11 a.m.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your special someone at Rancho Bernardo Inn! Valentine’s Day Package one-night stay valid Feb 14-15, two-night stay valid Feb 15-16 or Feb 16-17.
Valentine's Day At Cafe Zucchero
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 4 p.m.
Lovebirds can enjoy a dessert of their choice and a split bottle of prosecco for $10. Choose from cannoli, gelato and tiramisu, among many others!
Valentine's Day At Marina Kitchen
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Treat your honey to a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner overlooking the San Diego Bay at Marina Kitchen. Executive Chef Aron Schwartz has created a three-course dinner featuring classic dishes with a “modern comfort” twist.
Ocean-View Valentine's Day Dinner At The Hotel Del
Monday, January 14, 2013, 5 p.m.
Enjoy a romantic dinner for two overlooking the ocean at Hotel del Coronado's seaside restaurants on February 14th, 2013.
Valentine's Dinner & Flamenco Performance At Cafe Sevilla
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 5 p.m.
Come enjoy a devine four-course dinner and enjoy a live Flamenco performance at Cafe Sevilla on Valentine's Day.
Melt Someone’s Heart For Valentine’s Day
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 5 p.m.
The Melting Pot is celebrating the most romantic of all occasions with a decadent five-course fondue experience. Fixed menu on Thursday, February 14, 2013. Offered as an option on all other evenings February 8 - 17th.
7th Annual 'Cupid Is Stupid' Wine Tasting Party
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Back by popular demand, our seventh annual "Cupid is Stupid" party is the perfect place to be on Valentine's Day! We'll have plenty of wines on hand for sampling as well as an array of light appetizers and desserts. Music and door prizes too!
Valentine's Day Dinner At US Grant Hotel
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Romance is in the season with a candlelight Valentine's Day dinner in the Grant Grill on Thursday, February 14th, 2013. Seating is from 5:30-10pm.
Valentine's Day & Weekend At Po Pazzo
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 5:30 p.m.
Couples and singles alike can celebrate Valentine’s Day from Thursday, February 14 through Sunday, February 17, 2013 at Po Pazzo. Po Pazzo will have live entertainment Thursday through Saturday beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Valentine's Day At Busalacchi's A Modo Mio
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 5:30 p.m.
Celebrate Valentine's Day the Italian way at Busalacchi’s A Modo Mio. Couples will enjoy a special menu featuring best of the best dishes from 2012.
Valentine's Day At Trattoria Fantastica
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 5:30 p.m.
Couples will enjoy Fantastica’s fan-favorite specials from 2012 and the top-selling dishes from its menu. The rustic dècor features a relaxed country-style feel throughout the restaurant, including the delightful patio.
Wine & Canvas Dual Painting Class For 'Lovebirds'
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Wine & Canvas, San Diego’s premier mobile painting class, is hosting a couples date night on February 14th from 5:30 to 9pm to unwind with wine, food and some paint!
Valentine’s Day Sweetheart Ball
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 6 p.m.
Spend Thursday, February 14th at Hotel del Coronado for an enchanting evening of dining and dancing to the contemporary sounds of local favorites, The Mar Dels, in the historic Crown Room.
The Dinner Detective Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Show On Valentine's Day
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 6:30 p.m.
This Valentines Day, February 14, 2013 Dinner Detective invites you to become part of the murder case for an unusual way to spend your Valentines Day. The Dinner Detective brings murder with comedy and a touch of romance.
Andaz Goes Red: Bachelor Auction To Benefit The American Heart Association Go Red Campaign
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
This February 14th, Andaz San Diego will offer the ultimate ladies’ night out as it partners with ENERGY 103.7 fm and The American Heart Association to present Andaz Goes Red: Bachelor Auction to Benefit the American Heart Association.
Special Valentine's Day Shakespeare Sonnet & Love Poem Open Reading
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 6:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Come and read a sonnet or poem to your love! San Diego Shakespeare Society and the New Alchemy Poetry group present this free, open poetry reading. Anyone is free to read or just come and listen.
A Valentine’s Evening With Storyteller Garrison Keillor - Sold Out
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 7 p.m.
Join us for an evening in Brown Chapel with storyteller Garrison Keillor, creator of “A Prairie Home Companion” and "Lake Wobegone Days."
'Once Upon A Wedding' - The Hilarious Musical Comedy Dinner Theater Experience
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
The funniest dinner theater show to hit San Diego in years, "Once Upon A Wedding" is a complete evening with great food, favorite music, dancing, and a hilarious show full of interactive entertainment.
Valentine's Day Dinner Cruises
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Find romance between the sea and sky with San Diego Valentine's dinner and brunch cruises from Hornblower. You'll enjoy spectacular Bay views with famous San Diego landmarks, wonderful food to choose from with our special Valentine's Day menu.
Valentine's Day Sweethearts Cruise With Flagship Cruises
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Snuggle on deck under the stars as you float by San Diego’s sparkling nighttime skyline on this 2 1/2-hour bay cruise, and see your Valentine’s eyes sparkle back.
The Greatest Valentine's Day Cheap Date Of All-Time: Dinner & 'The Princess Bride'
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Come enjoy the cinematic proof that love conquers all in the modern film classic, "The Princess Bride". This Valentine's Day showing includes a sit-down, casual dinner and an intimate screening of the film in Claire de Lune's Sunset Temple.
Drop Dead Dames Burlesque Revue Presents: Sweethearts & Swing
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 7 p.m.
Drop Dead Dames Burlesque Revue would like to invite you be their Valentine at Queen Bee’s Art and Cultural Center in North Park. The night will begin with a swing DJ and dancing. Then at 8:30pm watch some spectacular burlesque.
Anti-Valentine's Day 'Love Stinks, Let's Drink!'
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 7 p.m.
Shout House's Dueling Pianos are two piano players/singers performing at two, face to face grand pianos in front of two large mirrors performing the classic rock 'n roll hits from the 1950s to the present.
Russian National Ballet Theatre Presents Prokofiev’s 'Cinderella' At Copley Symphony Hall
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 7:30 p.m.
Come to the Copley Symphony Hall, for Romance, Beauty, and Splendor. The Russian National Ballet Theatre presents it’s two nights of classic storytelling that comes alive through artistry and athleticism in "Cinderella".
Love Notes: Stories Of Love & Romance At The Athenaeum
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 7:30 p.m.
On Valentine’s Day, February 14, Write Out Loud presents stories about love and romance in the Music Room of the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library at 7:30 p.m. Gifted actors will bring stories of love, passion, and romance to life.
B-Side Players Live At Winstons
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 9:30 p.m.
B-Side Players will perform live on Thursday, February 14, 2013 beginning at 9:30 p.m. at Winstons in Ocean Beach with special guest Beto Perez.
Valentine-Themed Sushi Class At Cafe Japengo
Saturday, February 16, 2013, noon to 2 p.m.
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, Executive Sushi Chef Jerry Warner of the award-winning Cafe Japengo will switch up his popular monthly sushi classes and offer a Valentine-themed sushi class on Saturday, Feb. 16 from noon to 2 p.m.
3rd Annual Coronado Valentine's Day Fun Run/Walk
Sunday, February 17, 2013, 7 a.m.
The 3rd Annual Coronado Valentine's Day 10K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk will be held President's Day weekend on Sunday, February 17th in beautiful Tidelands Park in Coronado, CA. This flat and fast USATF certified course is perfect for everyone.
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