Valentine's Day in Adelaide: What to Do Around the City

Are you into big romantic gestures or do you prefer cosy and casual dates? Are you celebrating with the girls for a fun Galentine's or looking to spoil your significant other? Ah, the beauty of Valentine’s Day – where you can do candlelit dinners in dark corners of restaurants, a day sprawled out in the sunshine or pull the curtains shut and nestle down with a bowl of popcorn for a Harry Potter marathon (if that's your cup of tea).

We’ve rounded up our choice of Valentine’s Day events around Adelaide, perfect for a day out with your partner, a fun date night with new fling, a Galentine’s group or just by yourself as an act of self-love.

Indulge at Storehouse Flinders East

Feeling decadent? This five course tasting menu for two will be the ultimate treat this Valentine's Day. Head chef Brent Potuszynski has put a lot of thought into this special menu to celebrate the day of love. Kick off the evening with a complimentary glass of Piper Heidsieck paired with the chef's signature amuse-bouche. Plates upon plates of fresh, locally sourced produce will follow, including Chef's very popular seared South Australian kangaroo loin paired tih black garlic aiolii, pickled grapes, toasted pumpkin seed and saltbush. And for dessert? A rich chocolate tart for two.

But why should the celebrations end after dinner? You can book an overnight accommodation package at Vibe Hotel Adelaide to continue the party elsewhere. Picture a romantic room with a free-standing bath, complimentary bottle of Piper Heidsieck champagne and the love of your life to share it with. It can't get much sweeter than that.

$90 per person, book your table here

260 Flinders Street, Adelaide

Valentine's Dinner at Garcon Bleu

Take your Valentine to new heights with a decadent and oh-so-fancy dinner at the French-inspired Garcon Bleu. Located on Level 9 of the Sofitel with breathtaking views of Adelaide, Garcon Bleu exudes opulence and romance from the moment you walk through the door. This Valentine's Day, book in for a 4-course dinner, complete with a complimentary glass of Veuve Clicquot Champagne on arrival. Your menu consists of fresh seasonal produce, including a crab souffle, your choice of Chateaubriand beef tenderloin for two, or whole baby barramundi, and a banana sorbet and petit fours to complete the meal.

$150 per person or $355 per couple with a gift-boxed red rose

Book your table here

Level 9, 108 Currie Street, Adelaide

Paint and Sip at Paintelaide

Unleash your inner Picasso and get creative with a romantic Paint and Sip this Valentine’s Day. Paintelaide is running not one, but two Valentine's Day specials at their Prospect Road studio, where you and your beau (or your galentine) can enjoy an evening of art with a few cheeky drinks. You can paint  your partner the 'Picasso way', or dabble in painting a glow-in-the-dark 'Neon Lights Connected Tree'. The best part? It's BYO!

Can't make it on Valentine's Day? Paintelaide hosts regular paint and sip events, so you can celebrate Valentine's Day ina  way that suits your schedule!

Various dates and locations, visit website for more details

120 Prospect Road, Prospect

Buttercream & Bubbles at Ekhidna Wines

For sugar, spice, and everything nice, this fun date activity is the perfect way to spend an early Valentine's Day (plus, you get to take home tasty treats). On February 10th, Belle Torte fis hosting a divine buttercream cupcake decorating workshop at Ekhidna Wines. Bring a first date, your group of girls or your partner and enjoy a glass of bubbles on arrival. You'll learn all about buttercream as you decorate not one, but six take-home cupcakes (that's if you can stop yourself from eating them all before you leave).

$96.61 per person

Book your spot here

67 Branson Road, McLaren Vale

Valentine's Dinner at The Mile End Hotel

After something a little more low-key this Valentine's Day? Look no further than Mile End Hotel, an iconic Adelaide pub filled with retro vibes, laidback charm and good times. This February 14th, the team are putting on a special 'Feed Me Love' menu, to take away the stress of having to think about what to eat! You will be treated to a range of small and shared plates in an intimate and cosy setting, and for just $85pp, this one is hard to beat.

$85 per person

Book your spot here

30 Henley Beach Road, Mile End

Valentine's Day at the Kensi

For the couples or the gals who love a hearty meal and a good old fashioned Adelaide local, The Kensi has you sorted this Valentine's Day. Book a table for lunch or dinner, with all the favourite dishes available to choose from. Enjoy a romantic date night and make your way through the menu that is not short on flavour, with some Valentine's Day specials to kick off the romance including a pork belly bun bowl or 500gm beef rib eye steak. For dessert, adorn in a platter filled with sweet, sweet treats. You'll be feeling the love all around.

Book your spot and find out more here

23 Regent Street, Kensington

Spill the Love With Your Girlfriends

Do you ever feel so much love for your gal pals that you think it might just spill all out of you? Well, Tvis Arts has perfectly translated that emotion into a fun Valentine's Day activity. If you have plans with your boo on February 14th but still want to show your girls some love, Tvis Arts is hosting a acrylic pour art session - and no boys are allowed. It's the perfect opportunity to have a laugh and create a sentimental piece of art you'll look at fondly.

$55.00 per person

Book your spot here

43 Phillis Street, Maylands

Sinclair's Gully Winery - Knights in Shining Amour Valentine's Day

Feeling a relaxed winery afternoon this Valentine's Day? If you're planning on celebrating Valentine's Day early this year (or jujst want to extend the festivities), Sinclair's Gully Winery in the Adelaide foothills is spreading the love , with a special day of live love music on Sunday, February 11th. Settle in under the candlebark gums with a glass of your liking and your partner by your side, and let Emma Knights set the mood, with an afternoon of love songs and covers dedicated to romance, new love, broken love, and self love. With ample spots for a picnic and love ballads all afternoon, this is one for the true romantics out there!

Tickets $17.50 per person, book your spot here

288 Colonial Drive, Norton Summit

A Mindful Evening of Terrarium Making for Adults

We all know what happens when you don’t take care of a Love Fern, but what about a love terrarium? If you can't make plans for the 14th, this may be the next best thing, and is one of the best ways to close out another working week. Take a seat in the inner city plant haven, and relax as expert Helen of Helen's Mini Worlds guides you through the science of building your own mossy terrarium. Let your worries fade away as you create your very own rainforest terrarium to take home, complete with mini figurines. Cute!

From $79.00 per person

Friday 16th February, 6.30pm to 8.30pm

Book your spot here

Shop 2, Charles Street Plaza, Charles Street, Adelaide

Summer Sessions in Adelaide Botanic Gardens

Adelaide’s Botanic Gardens are always a good date idea – even more so when it’s Valentine’s Day weekend, of course. Head to the park for a picnic like no other; with botanically inspired cocktails and beverages, tasty food and live music at Evergreen Deli at the Schomburgk Pavilion. Book a table in advance, or just bring a picnic blanket and your Valentine’s date for a chilled, romantic evening in the twilight.

Saturday's and Sunday's during summer, bar open from 1.00pm

Find out more here

Schomburgk Pavilion, Adelaide Botanic Garden, Adelaide

Continue your display of love with our original ways to celebrate Valentine's Day, and now that you’ve got your Valentine’s plans in place, find the perfect gift with our Valentine’s Day gift ideas.