Galentine’s Gather, Sip + Shop February 8
It’s time to celebrate the gals. Friends, mothers, daughters, co-workers—all are welcome at Hemma Hemma to celebrate amazing women and all different types of love. Make new friends while shopping around pop-ups from local female-owned businesses and enjoy hors d’oeuvres by Hemma Hemma.
5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Stop Light Dating Mixer February 9
Couples and singles are welcome at this pre-Valentine’s mixer. The theme is stoplight! Dress in red, yellow, or green to signal your relationship status and party all night with five-dollar bottles of wine and a giveaway for dinner at 801 Chophouse.
Starts at 8:00 p.m.
Adult Night at LegoLand February 9
The young at heart are welcome at LegoLand Discovery Center for a kids-free adult night. Enjoy various partner-based challenges, a costume contest, and more! This Valentine’s celebration is all about collaborative fun, so bring a friend, partner, roommate, or co-worker and find your inner child.
6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Galentine’s Day Plant Party at Colonial Gardens February 10
Galentine’s Day at Colonial Gardens is packed full of fun, chocolate tastings, giveaways, workshops, and live music from Josephine Eve. It’s the perfect friends’ day out, complete with bottomless mimosas and love-themed crafts.
11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Rye on the Plaza Valentine’s Tea February 10
Rye on the Plaza is celebrating all things love leading up to Valentine’s Day. Gather your loved ones for a unique experience curated by pastry chef Megan Garrelts, including pairings with Hugo loose-leaf teas.
$75 ticket price. Seatings at 11:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 1:30 p.m.
Kiss & Tail at the Kansas City Zoo February 10
Help support the animal residents of the Kansas City Zoo with a night of comedy and romance featuring local theater actors. Kiss & Tail will teach you more than you ever thought you could know about the world’s most unique mating rituals. Say hi to the zoo’s cutest animal ambassadors and leave with complimentary chocolates from Russell Stover.
6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Showtimes at 6:00 and 8:30 p.m.
Be “Wine” Tasting February 10
No partner required for this neighborhood tasting! An international sampling of wines from esteemed and emerging vineyards awaits, with discussions led by knowledgeable representatives from Veritas, Bommarito, and more. If wine’s not your thing, try the bourbon pours, chocolate samples, or small bites from Flying Horse Taproom.
3:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Be My Valentine: Candle Making Class February 11
The Weston Bend Candle Company is ready to teach you and your date all about the art of candle making. Sip wine from Weston Wine Company and engage in a hands-on experience to spark your creativity. Take home your unique handmade candle as a keepsake!
2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Galentine’s Day Cocoa and Crafts February 13
If you and your friends are craft-minded, venture over to the Tony Aguirre Community Center for a night of cocoa and crafts. All skill levels are welcome, and you’ll leave with your own woven tapestry and a night filled with memories.
$25 fee covers materials and snacks. 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Sweetheart Skate February 13
It’s time again for Line Creek Community Center’s annual Sweetheart Skate. Grab your skates (and a special someone) and head out for a romantic evening that’ll leave you with classic, cozy vibes.
$8 admission. $2 skate rental. 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Sip & Glaze at KC Wineworks February 14
Get creative on Valentine’s Day, and bring home a new one-of-a-kind piece of your own making. The laid-back atmosphere at KC Wineworks is welcoming to newcomers (no experience required) so you can sit back, relax, and take the pressure off.
6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Doggy Date Night at Bar K February 14
The love of a furry friend can be the most important of all, and Bar K is ready to celebrate all the cherished pets out there. Doggy Date Night includes a cozy dinner (for you and your dog), free samples of bone broth, a kissing booth photo op, and more.
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.