If you’re not the corny, lovey-dovey type of couple, don’t be too quick to dismiss Valentine’s Day. Even if you’re against the boxes of chocolate and red roses, it’s still a nice excuse to go the extra mile and shower your lover with a little more love than usual. Fortunately, there are plenty of things to do in the name of love for Valentine’s Day in Austin.
As well as hiding away in a cozy wine bar, going for a long romantic waterfall walk, or even sampling pastries at some brilliant bakeries, you can show you really care this year with an intimate show, exclusive three-course meal, and more!
1. Attend a Candlelight concert
Candlelight is not your typical concert experience. It brings with it a glowing sea of candles and unique takes on some of the greatest music of all time. What’s more, these mesmerizing performances tend to take place at extraordinary venues. And while there are plenty of enchanting tributes to choose from, you and your valentine can celebrate a little bit earlier with a Candlelight Valentine’s Day special. Timeless love songs will be brought to life while candlelight flickers around you at The Mansion.
2. Go on a culinary adventure together
If you’ve found yourself partnered up with a foodie or at least someone who likes to try new things, then Dining in the Dark just might be one of the most perfect things for you both to do to celebrate Valentine’s Day. With several dates scheduled around the day of love, sweep bae off of their feet with a mysterious culinary experience featuring blindfolds and a three-course meal at Verbena.
3. Enjoy a loved-up performance at Prospect House
Two very special performances are coming to Prospect House this February. Say, “let’s stay together”, or at least, you’re “my funny valentine”, with tickets to a concert inspired by either Frank Sinatra or love songs from Ella Fitzgerald to Amy Winehouse. As romantic songs play, you can sip on specialty cocktails from the bar, and admire Texas Hill Country under the stars.
4. Be transported to the City of Love
Sometimes it’s best to keep things simple. Invite your loved one out on a date to one of Austin’s finest French restaurants. Whether you feel the vibrant ambiance at Péché will suit your Valentine’s tastes or want to share an assortment of charcuterie at the 1417 French Bistro, a night in Paris isn’t entirely out of reach.