Valentine’ Day anyone?? To make sure that Detroiters are able to celebrate Valentine’s Day in the best way possible we’ve taken the liberty of rounding up some of the most romantic and memorable things to do on Valentine’s Day in Detroit!
Valentine’s Day is a special day for Detroiters but it requires a bit of attention to detail to ensure it is as special as possible, which is exactly why we’ve highlighted some of the best plans for you to choose from in advance!
1. Get tickets to a Candlelight Concert to celebrate your relationship
The Candlelight Concert series, great for a romantic Valentine’s Day, which has been happening in Detroit for some time now, is one of the most romantic and fun experiences for music lovers! From discovering the true “speed of sound” at a tribute to Coldplay at the historic Redford Theatre to the sound of the Sixties, various Candlelight events are being held throughout February, so even if you don’t go to one on Valentine’s Day, it still makes for a great gift idea to surprise your significant others with.
2. Grab dinner at one of the most romantic restaurants in Detroit
If you want to really hit this Valentine’s Day out of the park and make it as special a day as possible, then you’ll definitely want to make a reservation at one of the romantic restaurants around Detroit ahead of time! Our list of the 10 most romantic restaurants in Detroit should all the info you need in order plan a memorable evening dining at one of the best spots in the city!
Other low key Valentine’s Day options include:
A pop-up bar at Vixen’s on Bagley, which also hosts Christmas and Halloween-themed pop-ups.
JoJo’s Shake Bar has a special menu that includes love-themed cocktails and gourmet treats like chocolate-covered strawberries, a pretzel box and sweets.
White Castle — you read that right — is accepting reservations for tableside service from 4-9pm Wednesday at select locations.
3. Slurp on a heart-warming soup this Valentine’s Day
Go on a Valentine’s Day date that will warm both of your hearts this Valentine’s Day, and enjoy one of these delicious Chinese soups. We’ve rounded up 6 popular spots serving up a variety of our favorites, including everything from Hot Pot to Beef Noodles and, of course, delicious Soup Dumplings.
4. Visit some of Detroit’s best museums and spend Valentine’s Day soaking up some culture or doing something physical together
This Valentine’s Day, whether you go to the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit, or even the Metropolitan Museum of Design Detroit, you can’t go wrong with a Valentine’s Day plan centered around appreciating artwork! Each of these museums has incredible exhibits on display and would certainly make for a romantic plan to enjoy with your partner.
More into doing something than buying something this Wednesday? Try out Clark Park’s more than decade-old fundraiser event, Cold Hearted, 6-9pm on Wednesday.
- Rent or bring your own skates to slice the ice on the park’s rink at 1130 Clark St.
- There will also be fire pits, s’mores and food. A $10 or more donation via cash, Venmo or Patronicity supports youth programming.
Campus Martius Ice Rink is hosting a sweetheart skate from 6-9pm on Wednesday. $9-$12
We sure do love a theme, and Belle Isle Aquarium’s evening event, A’lotl Love, is themed after the virally adorable axolotl.
- $20 tickets include snacks. Cash bar; 21+.
For the traditionalists: We posted a roundup of some great remaining dinner reservations last week! Fingers crossed that you can still snag one.
5. Take a stroll by some of the most romantic spots in Detroit
If you’re on a budget and don’t want to blow your balance on a Valentine’s Day ‘deal’, then planning a romantic adventure can be all that’s needed to convey your love and positivity! The Detroit weather has been quite cold lately and seems to be getting colder, so while it may not exactly be an outdoor picnic type of afternoon, you can still plan a lovely walk around some of the city’s more romantic spots this Valentine’s Day:
- Along the Detroit RiverWalk
- Explore Belle Isle
- Spend time in the Sugar Hill Arts District
- Wander the stalls at Eastern Market
6.Experience “Dining in the Dark” to tantalize your tastebuds and have a memorable meal
“Dining in the Dark” is such a unique experience that even considering going can invigorate such a strong reaction, but the experience is so much fun and the environment is so warm and positive that it’ll become a core memory for you and your partner! It is a bit outside the comfort zone of some people, but that is exactly what makes it so great! The food is delicious and they make sure that your preferences are being addressed, which means that even though the dishes are a surprise, you can be certain you’re not going to be served something you don’t like.
7. Take a trip to the cinema for a classic movie theatre date night or shopping adventure
With plenty of film options to cover every preference and special discount prices for both movie tickets as well as coupons for drinks and snacks, the deals below are perfect for date night in Detroit and are a great plan for this Valentine’s Day.
