Call us your not-so-secret admirer because we’re here to give you all the ways to spend Valentine’s Day around Chattanooga — from ex’s to oh’s.
For the gals, pals, and Als
Galentine’s Day Disco, Collegedale Commons
Head to nearby Collegedale on Friday, Feb. 7 in your best disco gear for a pop-up skating rink, friendship bracelet making, karaoke, food trucks, and more ways to have fun with your gal pals. The event starts at 6 p.m.
Valentine’s on Main, Third Daughter Studio
On Saturday, Feb. 8, Reeves Mackenzie Parties + Kind Finds are partnering to host a local vendor market from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with flowers, jewelry, and thrifted goods to give secondhand love to.
A Galentine’s Social, The Signal
Pop by this market put on by Kait Makes to shop from local vendors + enjoy live experiences and cocktails on Sunday, Feb. 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Wine Not, Gal Pals?, Fifty Fifty Wine and Martini Bar
We’ll take this over whining about our exes any day — on Tuesday, Feb. 11, you’ll be able to try a selection of up to six wines paired with light bites. Tickets are $70.
Bouquets & Rosé, Sower
This Galentine’s event on Friday, Feb. 14 is a perfect way to spend time with your inner circle as you enjoy free drinks + dessert while shopping around this boutique and local pop-up vendors like Pairé Charm Bar and Creekside Flower Farm — starting at 11 a.m.
Flight Experience, Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery
See what the love buzz is about when heading to this cozy bar to enjoy buy-one-get-one whiskey flights that offers a sampling of the distillery’s line of bourbons and experimental batches from 4 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 14.
Valentine’s Day Cocktail Class, Nightcap Cocktail & Sweets
Bring your pals or significant others to this class on Saturday, Feb. 15 where you’ll be led by the folks of this West Village spot + Chatt Taste to make two his-and-hers cocktails (or opt to leave it as a mocktail).
Hearts and Hisses, Chattanooga Zoo
Make Valentine’s for your favorite animals, take part in a zoo-wide scavenger hunt + tune in to keeper chats to learning about mating pairs on Saturday, Feb. 15 — all activities are free with regular admission.
Galentine’s Night Out, Third Daughter Studio
Join The WRKT on Thursday, Feb. 20 from 5 to 8 p.m. for a night of vision boards, face masks, claw clip making, mocktails, and more. Tickets are $30.
Chef’s Tasting, Easy Bistro
This nightly offer is perfect for all groups to enjoy a nice dinner around the holiday without ever having to ask“What does this mean?” With four courses + 10 dishes, share the love of food with your table.
Axe Throwing, Craft Axe Throwing
Exchange those arrows for axes this year with the gang by booking out a lane and enjoying cold brews and friendly competition.
Share the love across town.
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Cupid’s corner
Book Dates for Book Nerds, Winder Binder
If you’re looking for some date inspo, head to this NorthShore bookstore to get an envelope full of five book-themed dates for you and your loved one.
Love Songs for Valentine’s Day, First Cumberland Presbyterian Church
Listen to husband and wife duo Darrin + Christine Hassevoort play melodies that will make you fall in love on Sunday, Feb. 9 starting at 3 p.m. — this concert is free and open to the public.
Valentine’s @ Unknown, Unknown Caller
Starting on Monday, Feb. 10, you can enjoy a specially-curated cocktail menu + a $50 champagne deal of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label.
There will also be nightly events like a tattoo pop-up on Tuesday, Feb. 11, a Galentine’s Day Dragshow on Wednesday, Feb. 12 + romantic caricatures with Kat’s Cartoon Corner on Thursday, Feb. 13 — make sure to check the bar’s Instagram page for details + cover fees.
Frothy Love, Frothy Monkey
Starting Thursday, Feb. 13 through Saturday, Feb. 15, couples can enjoy an exclusive menu for two with three courses in a romantic setting. Reservations begin at 5 p.m. and are $65 per couple.
Deluxe Valentine’s Feast, Zaya Korean Steakhouse
This fine-dining restaurant will offer a special dinner menu option for $149 per person, featuring an appetizer, soup + salad, entrees, and dessert — reservations can be made for Friday, Feb. 14 + Saturday, Feb. 15.
Three-course Dining, Elsie’s Daughter
Find a quiet corner in this local spot to enjoy a curated three-course meal (think: oysters, fillet, cheesecake, and more) for $75 a person on Friday, Feb. 14 — reservations are recommended.
Jazz is for Lovers, Barking Legs Theater
Spend Valentine’s Day dancing cheek-to-cheek to the musical stylings of vocalist Rishard + pianist Kash Wright at this all-ages event. Tickets are $22 and come with complimentary glasses of champagne.
Roman Holiday Valentine’s Dinner, The Granfalloon
Dine with this Southside spot on Friday, Feb. 14 for a three-course dinner, live jazz music circa 1940, and a complimentary cocktail + rose. Dinner starts at 6:30 p.m. and is $45 per person.
Alexa, play “Love Stinks”
Singles Mingle, Exile
The folks behind Strike Magazine are bringing back this celebration on Wednesday, Feb. 12 starting at 8 p.m. where you can dress according to your relationship status.
The Stupid Cupid Experience, Love, Eros
If the days leading up to this holiday tend to put you in a funk, get out and enjoy all-day self-care events Thursday, Feb. 13 through Saturday, Feb. 15. We’re talking custom hats, permanent jewelry, piercings, a charm bar + local vendors.
Bonus: This spot is also doing a pop-up on Wednesday, Feb. 5 with Bud Floral + Home, and hosting an Oysti Dinner on Friday, Feb. 7 for the gals.
Anti-Valentine’s Day Party, The Boneyard
Escape Cupid’s arrow at this 21+ party dedicated to those who don’t like the holiday on Saturday, Feb. 22. You can jam with local acts like We Are Us and The Ego Museum. Bonus: Check out the full list on Instagram for more love-inspired events.
DateChattanooga, Hi-Fi Clyde’s
Trying not to be single come next Valentine’s? Hit up this monthly single mixer on Thursday, Feb. 27 to meet that someone special the old fashioned way.
There’s a lot more love to be had — make sure you check out our full calendar of events for more to do.
