Love is in the H-Town Air: A Valentine’s Day Guide

Love the great outdoors? Houston has no shortage of green spaces and parks for you to visit and explore.

Radiant Romance at the Houston Botanic Garden

On February 14, celebrate love and connection in a memorable way at Radiant Romance, a complete Valentine’s Day package — with sips, bites, and lights all in one place — for couples or family/friend pairs and groups 21+ at the Houston Botanic Garden. The evening begins at 5:30 p.m. with complimentary featured tastings — in a commemorative cup — of themed cocktails and beer from Bamboo Bay Rum Company, Old Humble Distilling, and Saint Arnold Brewing Company. Guests will choose a memento from one of the festive crafting stations including pressed flower bookmarks, paper flower bouquets, and doily Valentine’s. You will also enjoy live music from DJ DelSur and have the opportunity to snap fun photos in front of the Valentine’s-themed backdrop. Light bites, sweet treats, and more will be available to purchase from the Radiant Romance market, as well. Cap the evening with a walk through the nature trail which includes 50 large-scale Chinese lantern installations as you take the mile-long stroll through the Garden’s Global Collection, Culinary Garden, and natural ecosystems. Tickets to Radiant Romance include a commemorative cup for complimentary tastings, a take-home craft, entry to Radiant Nature, and on-site parking. Individual adult tickets are available for $75 each. Garden members receive a $3 discount on their Radiant Nature tickets.

Singles Wellness Walk in Buffalo Bayou Park 

Join Buffalo Bayou Partnership for a special edition Wellness Walk led by Laura Conely, founder of Urban Paths. Mix and mingle with fellow nature enthusiasts as you walk the trails of Buffalo Bayou Park, and enjoy all the benefits of movement, connection, and getting outdoors. Anyone and everyone is invited to enjoy this free, low-pressure Valentine’s Day event. The 3 mile walk departs at 6:30 p.m. and will last roughly 1.5 hours. Departure location: The Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park, 105-B Sabine St, Houston, TX 77007. Registration is required.

Houston’s world-class art scene can be enjoyed in the museum district and beyond. Couples looking to add a touch of culture and class to their Valentine’s Day celebration will have no trouble finding things to do together this year!

On February 14, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., take a Valentine’s Day Twilight Tour at Rienzi for a romantic date with your Valentine. Enjoy an enchanting evening with live music, light hors d’oeuvres, and wine—all set against the beautiful backdrop of twilight in the gardens. For an extra dash of romance, let guest calligraphers create a personalized love note for your special someone. Then take a picturesque stroll around the property and learn about the Rienzi collection in the galleries from docents stationed throughout the house. Tickets: $65 adults, $60 MFAH members. 

Jazz on Valentines at MATCH, taking place on February 14 at 8 pm, will celebrate its 10th anniversary of celebrating love through music this year. The unique Houston Valentine's tradition celebrates love through the power of music—an aphrodisiac for the mind, body, and soul. Performing with her jazz septet, Raquel Cepeda and her band will bring jazz standards to life through original arrangements, as well as original tunes. Tickets range from $25 to $90 for reserved seating. 

Love & Make Workshops is offering a multi-day Valentine’s Day roundup of classes for couples and loved ones to enjoy together! On Feb. 12 at 6pm, grab your besties for a Galentine’s Experience perfume and candle making class for $90 per person. On Feb. 14 and Feb. 15 (times vary) celebrate Valentine’s Day with a Candle Making Class ($65 per person, $130 per couple) or a Perfume and Cologne Making Class ($85 per person, $170 per couple). Smell the romance in the air this Valentine’s Day!

Whisk your sweetheart away for a special Valentine’s Day to remember on February 14th or plan several days of luxury and indulgence at The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa! The elegant guest rooms and suites are designed to impress and spoil the one you love. This package provides couples with a bottle of prosecco and artisan chocolates upon arrival, as well as complimentary self-parking. Let The Houstonian make your Valentine’s celebration one to always remember.

Check out The Laura Hotel’s “Valentine Escape” for a romantic getaway to remember. Your stay includes a stay in the luxurious guest room and one 50-minute couples massage, beautifully enhanced with luxurious oils. Unwind together in your private couples sanctuary, styled in an elegant Valentine's Day atmosphere complete with festive decor, complimentary Prosecco for two, and an exquisite selection of sweet treats - all thoughtfully curated to create an experience that feels intimate, elevated, and unforgettable. After a romantic evening, kick off your morning with breakfast in bed for two, adding the perfect finishing touch to your romantic getaway.

Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love, and for parents of young kiddos the holiday can sometimes become a family affair. Celebrate Valentine’s over the weekend with the Houston Zoo. Want to find a wildly sweet gift this Valentine's Day? Check out the Houston Zoo's unique Valentine's Day Gift Guide. For more engaging and fun kids activities, check out our Things To Do With Kids Guide. 

The Marigold Club Brunch and Prix Fixe 

Journey to France right in the heart of Montrose at The Marigold Club (pictured) for a Galentine’s Day Brunch! On Friday, Feb. 13, guests can sip mimosas and martinis while they catch up on all the week’s gossip, and enjoy French-inspired fare like Bergamot Profiteroles, Moules Marinères, Croque Madame, and Steak Frites. Reservations can be made here.

For Valentine’s Day, couples can reserve a table for a three-course prix fixe dinner on Friday, Feb. 13, or Saturday, Feb. 14. The menu features specialty and seasonal dishes like Ricotta Gnudi, Lobster Thermidor, Duck Wellington, and Paris-Brest, alongside selections from The Marigold Club’s raw bar. Guests can pre-order champagne to elevate their experience, and a pianist will set the mood with live music on Saturday. For those looking to celebrate a little earlier, The Marigold Club will also offer its traditional Saturday brunch on Valentine’s Day. Tickets for the Valentine’s Day prix fixe are $175 per person, and reservations can be made via this link. Preview the menu here.  

Valentine's Day at The Original Ninfa’s Uptown and Navigation 

Celebrate Galentine’s and Valentine’s Day at one of Houston’s most iconic Tex-Mex restaurants! Head to The Original Ninfa’s (Uptown and Navigation) on February 13 - February 14. On the special menu are the Hibis-Kiss (silver tequila, fresh pineapple juice, lime juice, and agave, with a floater on top of Rosaluna mezcal that is infused with hibiscus flowers, garnished with a pineapple slice and flower) for $13, and the Strawberry Sweetheart Martini (simple vodka, strawberry liqueur, white chocolate liqueur, and vanilla ice cream) for $14.

“Mamma Mia! Rosie Red Sauce” at Rosie Cannonball 

At Rosie Cannonball, Valentine’s Day meets Mama Mia during Rosie Red Sauce on Feb. 13 and 14. The four-course prix fixe menu highlights red sauce Italian favorites like Pasta Genovese with lamb, Chicken Parmesan, lasagna, and heart-shaped pizzettas. Red checkered tablecloths, fiascos, and ABBA’s greatest hits will add to the ambiance, and guests can finish their meal with their choice of tiramisu or spumoni. Rosie Red Sauce tickets are $85 per person, and reservations can be made here.

Valentine’s Day at Fielding’s STEAK

Fieldings STEAK in River Oaks will mark Valentine’s Day weekend with a chef-driven dining experience centered on a His & Hers prix fixe menu priced at $89 per person, available Feb. 13–15 beginning at 5 p.m. The multi-course offering opens with shareable starters such as Cajun-fried East Coast oysters with blackened beurre blanc or a wild mushroom risotto finished with Taleggio cheese. The main course features an American Wagyu Denver steak paired with mushroom XO sauce, celery root mousse, and charred broccolini, followed by a ricotta cheesecake for two and chocolate-dipped strawberries. Valentine’s-inspired cocktails, including a tableside cocktail for two, round out the experience, with select menu items also available à la carte alongside the full dinner menu. For reservations visit the restaurant's website.

Valentine’s Weekend at Pizaro’s Pizza

Pizaro’s Pizza is bringing a pop of color to Valentine’s Day! Customers are invited to order the annual Heart Shaped Pizzas between Feb. 13 and Feb. 15 (Offer available for Build Your Own [BYO] Napoletana pizzas only) starting at $16. Additionally, the pizzeria will offer limited quantities of Pink Pizza Dough for all Napoletana and BYO Napoletana pizza orders Valentine's weekend (Feb. 13 to Feb. 15) also starting at $16.

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For a cozy Valentine’s Day staycation or getaway, we recommend booking a night at one of Houston's premier hotels and experiencing the lap of luxury. Wine, Italian food and luxury linens should be the way to everyone’s heart.