How to Celebrate Valentine's Day in Columbus

In the Spirits of Love

Feb. 12 | 7 p.m.

Help support the Mid-Ohio Food Collective with this virtual happy hour fundraiser featuring music from DJ Dayna and a mixology demonstration hosted by Jenn Murley of Watershed Distillery. Participants will choose to make either a Bourbon or Gin Cocktail (or both!) using the provided Bee’s Knees cocktail kit. It can be used to create a delicious lemon and honey gin cocktail and/or a “Gold Rush” with Bourbon.

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Cravings & Innovation: A Magical Dining Experience

Feb. 12 | 7 p.m.

The Cravings & Innovation team at the Greater Columbus Convention Center is offering A Magical Dining Experience this Valentine’s Day. This experiential dinner will feature a 3-course meal to enjoy while Magician Drew Murray delights guests on stage for an unforgettable evening. If interested in celebrating with friends, up to three parties of two each can be seated per table.

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Immersive Dinner for Two at The Kitchen

Feb. 12, 13 and 14 | 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.

The Kitchen Columbus and Flourish Bespoke have created the ultimate Valentine’s Day celebration for two, featuring a luxurious, all-inclusive evening spent having all five senses tantalized. Semi-private environments have been created featuring lavishly decorated tables, delicious food and perfectly paired beverages.

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Chihuly Nights at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

Feb. 12, 13 and 14 | 7 p.m.

Enjoy the Conservatory’s Chihuly Collection in a whole new light during this evening event in which all 19 installations are professionally lit to create a breathtaking view. Guests can also use this opportunity to view the historic John F. Wolfe Palm House as it’s illuminated by James Turrell’s Light Raiment II, explore the Conservatory’s biomes after dusk and experience the orchid exhibition.

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Galentine’s Day at The FIG Room

Feb. 13 | 10 a.m.

The FIG Room and Fiori Florals have teamed up for a Galentine’s Day celebration featuring food, florals and fun. In addition to the event, attendees will each receive a swag bag with discounts that can be used around the city. If you’re not comfortable celebrating in person, you can also participate virtually.

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Private Gallery at Columbus Museum of Art

Feb. 13 | 6:30 p.m., 7:45 p.m., 9:45 p.m.

Reserve your private gallery space at CMA this Valentine’s Day! This once in a lifetime experience allows you to slow down and intentionally experience the space in a safe and creative way. This one-hour experience comes complete with a bottle of wine, snack spread and curated activity to engage with your gallery.

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Make a Heart-Shaped Hot Mikey’s Takeover Pizza

Feb. 14 | 6 p.m.

Spend Valentine’s Day with Mikey Sorboro (Mikey’s Late Nite Slice) and Joe DeLoss (Hot Chicken Takeover) making heart-shaped Hot Mikey’s Takeover pizza on a livestream event. Options to add sides or make vegan pizzas available as well. Kits will be available for pick up at Mikey’s S. 4^th location of HCT’s Easton and Clintonville locations.

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Courtyard by Marriott Columbus-Downtown

Relax at the Courtyard by Marriott Columbus-Downtown this Valentine’s Day with a special rate that includes a bottle of champagne and a late checkout. Rate available Thursday, Feb. 11 through Monday, Feb. 14.

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Hotel LeVeque

The Romance Package at downtown's stylish Hotel LeVeque includes a bottle of sparkling wine delivered to the guest room and a $30 credit to onsite restaurant The Keep for brunch. Call 614-222-9500 to book your stay today.

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Mohican Lodge

Escape to nature with the one you love this Valentine’s Day at Mohican Lodge, and add on the “Some-Bunny to Love” package to surprise your partner. For $60 you’ll get a taste of a local vintner as well as two Mohican wine glasses and a cheese plate.

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CMPE2U Valentine’s Day Menus

Cameron Mitchell Premier Events is offering a variety of Valentine’s Day options, including four-course dinners for two or four, with the option to add on champagne and strawberries or flowers. Orders are due by Thursday, Feb. 4 at 7 p.m. and boxes can be picked up at the Crosswoods location between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 13.

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French Inspired Dinner for Two from The Kitchen

Cooking together is a great way to discover your level of kitchen compatibility! Let the experts at The Kitchen Columbus eliminate the stressful parts of planning a romantic Valentine’s dinner by providing everything needed to create this fantastic French inspired menu. Curbside pick-up will be on Feb. 12 from 3-5 p.m.

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Palentine’s Day Package from The Kitchen

Palentine’s Day was created to help celebrate the platonic soul mate(s) that keep us sane from day to day. These packages from The Kitchen feature a cheeseboard, chocolate truffles and bubbly. Curbside pick-up will be on Feb. 12 from 3-5 p.m.

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Chef’s Features at Cameron Mitchell Restaurants

All of Cameron Mitchell’s restaurants are offering special chef’s features from Feb. 12-14. While most are dine-in only, The Pearl, Guild House and The Barn have special weekend carryout features. Consider adding a cocktail kit from select locations and mixing up drinks together for your meal.

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Italian Valentine’s Feast from Cravings Café

Columbus Food Adventures has teamed up with Cravings Café to offer an Italian-themed feast on Feb. 13 and 14.

Check out the calendar to book your timeslot here