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Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Edmonton: here is a short list of ideas to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your special someone, including free activities, cooking classes, creative ideas, and more!
Silver Skate Festival
1. Shop For Your Valentine
Edmonton’s local shops, boutique stores, and florists are going to help make your Valentine’s Day something special. Here are 25 Edmonton shops to get gifts for those you care about the most this Valentine’s Day.
If you instead shop at special markets, then head over to the following markets to buy from local artisans showcasing their labour of love:
- The Hazeldean Market — February 7 & 8 @ Hazeldean Community League, 9630 66 Ave NW, Edmonton
- Wholly Handmade — February 7 & 8 @ The Agora, 401 Festival Lane, Sherwood Park
- Valentine’s Market Indigenous vendors — February 8 @ Enoch Community Centre Gym, 23369 Highway 628 & Whitemud Drive NW, Parkland County
- Where to Get Special Valentine’s Sweets & Treats in Edmonton
2. Valentine’s Day Dinner
In Edmonton, you can choose from several restaurants and pubs and a variety of cuisines for your Valentine’s Day meals, some of which can be taken home to enjoy. If you’re looking for a special Valentine’s treat in Edmonton, you also have your pick of when, as some eateries offer their specials for the whole weekend, just Valentine’s Day, or even the whole month of February.
Book a table at one of Edmonton’s most romantic restaurants to celebrate the month of love with the person most important to you. Whether you’re looking for somewhere quiet, trendy, upscale, or affordable, these Edmonton restaurants can make the perfect date night for any special celebration.
If you are looking for Valentine’s Day dinner specials, here are a few options:
For a simpler experience, plan a winter walk or cozy restaurant date with a delicious drink (hot or cold) during the Sweet Treats & Latte Festival, celebrating Old Strathcona businesses.
3. Dinner Theatre/ Murder Mystery (Dinner/Food included)
Combine dinner and live theatre/concert with a ticket for the dinner theatre show.
- “Gold Fever” – Valentine’s Murder Mystery Dinner: Sawmill Prime Rib & Steakhouse hosts a Valentine’s Murder Mystery Dinner set in 1897 Edmonton. Guests step into the Sourdough Saloon as rumours swirl around a mysterious Klondike return and rising tensions. The evening includes a Founder Caesar salad, a choice of roasted beef tenderloin, chicken marsala or vegetarian fresca, and New York–style cheesecake.. Friday, February 13 @ The Sawmill, 4810 Calgary Trail Northwest, Edmonton
- Valentine’s – A Sawmill Supper Club Burlesque Cabaret: Dress up and head to the Sawmill for an extravagant night of food and live entertainment. Enjoy a three-course dinner while House of Hush dancers deliver a cabaret-style burlesque show inspired by glamour and decadence. Featuring standout Edmonton performers, it’s an energetic, playful evening ideal for dates, celebrations, or a bold night out. Saturday, February 14 ,2026 @ The Sawmill, 4810 Calgary Trail Northwest Edmonton
- Death by Chocolate – A Valentine’s Cocktail Mystery: Step into an elegant evening of romance, deception, and deadly secrets at Death by Chocolate, an immersive murder mystery cocktail affair. What begins as a sophisticated night of mingling, cocktails, and indulgent bites takes a dark turn when a shocking murder shatters the mood. Beneath the flirtation and laughter, everyone is hiding something — and no one can be trusted. Saturday, February 14 ,2026 @ Chop Steakhouse & Bar, 17635 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton
- Pirates of the River Saskatchewan: Jubilations Dinner Theatre invites audiences aboard a pirate-themed dinner show led by Cap’n Jack and his crew. Guests enjoy live music, comedy, and audience interaction alongside a multi-course meal served by character performers. The menu includes a salad, a choice of six rotating entrées, and two desserts, with plenty of surprises along the way. @ Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 2061 – 8882 170 Street, Edmonton
- One Night With Roy Orbison: Matt Cage returns to Mayfield Dinner Theatre with a new concert tribute celebrating the music of Roy Orbison. The production traces Orbison’s career from his 1950s rock and roll roots through his iconic 1960s hits and into his later work with The Travelling Wilburys, delivering an energetic homage to a lasting musical legacy.
@ Mayfield Dinner Theatre, 16615, 109 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton - Sex Please We’re Sixty is a farce centred on Mrs. Stancliffe’s popular bed and breakfast and her flirtatious neighbour, Bud “Bud the Stud” Davis. Chaos erupts when Bud gets hold of experimental libido pills meant for menopausal women, leading to a comic mix-up that leaves him experiencing hot flashes, mood swings, and mayhem instead of romance.@ St. Albert Dinner Theatre , 47 Riel Drive. St Albert
4. Silver Skate Festival
Want to spend Valentine’s Day on a budget? Join for Silver Skate Festival festivities. Rooted in Dutch winter traditions, the festival combines sport (especially skating), arts and culture, and recreation. The spellbinding spectacle of light that serves as a finale to the Silver Skate Folk Trail is back for 2026. Throughout each day of each weekend, a team of fire artists will build a sculpture that will be burned that night. Be sure to stick around to witness the spectacle of the Fire Sculpture Burn (also a great opportunity to warm up). Details
When: February 6 to 16, 2026
Where: Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park, 13221 Buena Vista Road, Edmonton
How much: Free
5. Sweet Treats & Latte Festival
Treat your sweetheart to some sweet treats from Old Strathcona businesses. During the second edition of the Sweet Treats & Latte Festival, mouthwatering delicacies will be available for dine-in or take-out.
When:February 12th to 22nd, 2026
Where: Old Strathcona, Edmonton
How much: Varies
6. Enjoy Live Theatre/Ballet
If your special someone likes live theatre, your options include:
- Evie and Alfie: A Very British Love Story: Evie & Alfie is a new romantic comedy from Fringe veterans Alex Dallas and Jimmy Hogg that explores a lifelong relationship with humour and warmth. The play moves between the couple’s quiet present as retirees and vivid flashbacks to key moments in their past, revealing the joys, compromises, and resilience that shape enduring love. @ Fringe Theatre, 10330 84 Ave NW, Edmonton
- Hilda’s Yard: Set in 1956, Hilda’s Yard follows Sam and Hilda Fluck as their long-awaited empty-nest celebration is upended by the sudden return of their adult children. What begins as a quiet evening turns into a lively mix of family tension, humour, and reflection, offering a warm, witty look at love, change, and second chances. @ Shell Theatre, 8700 84 St, Fort Saskatchewan
- Burning Mom: This uplifting comedy follows Dorothy, a 63-year-old widow who sets out on a solo RV journey to Burning Man to fulfill her late husband’s dream. Along the way, she navigates comic mishaps, unexpected friendships, and personal breakthroughs, discovering renewed courage, connection, and joy in life’s small, surprising moments. @ Rice Theatre, 9828 101 A Avenue, Edmonton
- Ballet Edmonton presents Threshold: THRESHOLD presents new works by international choreographers Cyril Baldy and Marie Gyselbrecht, created on a Canadian company for the first time. The program pushes dancers and audiences alike, reexamining physicality, presence, and the evolving boundaries of contemporary ballet and dance. @ Allard Hall, 11-130 11110 104 Avenue NW, Edmonton
- Korinnya – One Tree, Four Seasons, Endless Stories: Korinnya explores Ukrainian traditions through the four seasons, blending dance, music, and storytelling to celebrate cultural roots and community. Featuring new choreography by Zhenia Bahri and guest Prairie ensembles, the immersive production reflects how heritage endures, adapts, and connects generations. @ Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 11455 87 Ave. NW, Edmonton
- Alberta Ballet In Romeo & Juliet: February brings Romeo and Juliet to the stage in a powerful ballet adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic love story. Featuring choreography by Francesco Ventriglia, Sergei Prokofiev’s sweeping score, and Renaissance designs by Academy Award–winner James Acheson, the production blends passion, tragedy, and spectacle through expressive movement, dramatic duets, and striking visual storytelling. @ Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 11455 87 Ave. NW, Edmonton
7. Handcrafted Magic
When: February 13 to 14, 2026 | 7:30 PM – 8:45 PM
Where: The Rec Room South Edmonton Common, 1725 99 St NW, Edmonton
How much: $42.28
8. Valentine’s Day at Muttart
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an adults-only evening at Muttart Conservatory on February 14. Guests can explore the pyramids after hours with nighttime projections, live music by Dana Wylie among the plants, and harpist Gordon Ritchie performing in Café Bloom, which also offers dinner reservations and full food and drink service.
When: Saturday, February 14, 2026 from 5-10pm
Where: Muttart Conservatory, 9626 96A Street, Edmonton
How much: Regular Admission
9. Ed’s Valentines Day
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Ed’s Bowling with Cupid’s Strike, a lively night of bowling, a live DJ, craft cocktails, and heart-shaped pizzas. Bowl, party, and repeat, with pizza available for dine-in only. Details
When: Thursday February 14, 2026 | 6 to 10 p.m.
Where: Ed’s Bowling, WEM, Edmonton
How much: $80 per hour per lane
10. Valentine’s Day Paint Night
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a playful Paint & Sip Night at Colour Cafe on February 13. Guests can don a beret, enjoy a glass of wine, and be guided step by step through a canvas painting—no experience required—for a relaxed, creative evening with a friend or partner. Details
When: Friday February 13, 2026 | 7:30 pm – 9:30pm
Where: Colour Cafe, 8882 170th Street, Ste. 1770, Edmonton
How much: $49+
11. All Black Wear Gallery Affair
When: Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 6 – 10pm
Where: Art Gallery of Alberta, 2 Sir Winston Churchill Sq, Edmonton
How much: PWYC
12. Valentine’s Day Couples Massage Workshop
When: Friday, February 13, 2026 | 8:45AM, 10:00AM or 11:15AM
Where: MaKami Edmonton Campus, 8330 82 Ave NW #137, Edmonton
How much: $78 per couple
13. Latin Valentine’s Dance Workshop
When: Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 6:00pm & 7:15pm
Where: Parkdale Cromdale Community League, 11335 85 St, Edmonton
How much: $70 per couple
13. PAINT BY CANDLELIGHT
When: Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM & 9:15 – 11:15 PM
Where: Color Cafe, 8882 170th Street, Ste. 1770, West Edmonton Mall
How much: $19.99+
13. Valentine’s Romantic Pottery Wheel Date Night
When: Saturday, February 14, 2026 | Various times
Where: Color Cafe, 8882 170th Street, Ste. 1770, West Edmonton Mall
How much: $99+
14. Fun in the Snow
1. Go Snow Tubing
Spend the evening on the hill snow tubing. Details
When: Weekends in February
Where: Edmonton Ski Club, 9613 96 Avenue, Edmonton
How much:$15 to $17.50
2. Ice Grooves & Swing & Skate
Show off our cool moves at City Hall Plaza Ice Grooves! Skate, swing, soca or salsa with live DJs and free skate rentals are available. Details
When: Weekends, 2026
Where: City Hall, 1 Sir Winston Churchill Square
How much: Free
15. International Festival of Winter Cinema
See a movie outdoors! International Festival of Winter Cinema showcases cinemas with winter, mountain, and polar themes of any style or genre, with a focus on films featuring indigenous people, immigrants, winter life, or addressing climate change. Details
When: February 6 to 15, 2026
Where:Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park, 13221 Buena Vista Rd NW, Edmonton
How much: Free
16. Spellbound – A Night of Romance, Magic and Mystery
Enjoy a performance by magician/mentalist Ron Dante, appetizers, dessert bar, cash bar, dance, Singo, raffles, photo booth, and a variety of games of chance.
When: Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 7:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Where: St. Albert Inn and Suites , #156 St. Albert Trail, St. Albert
How much: $40 +fees
16. Edmonton Oil Kings
Enjoy a Valentine’s Day date night at the rink as the Edmonton Oil Kings take on the Calgary Hitmen in a classic Western Hockey League matchup—fast-paced action, hometown rivalry, and an energetic atmosphere perfect for a fun night out together.
When: Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Where: Rogers Place, 10220 – 104 Avenue, Edmonton
How much: $24.25 & up
18. Live Concerts
- A Fool For Love: Love’s highs and lows take centre stage as Edmonton Pops Orchestra is joined by Maya Baker and Aran Wilson-McAnally for an intimate concert of reflection and rediscovery. Set in the Solarium at ArtsHub Ortona, the evening blends nostalgia, elegance, and emotion, with limited seating available. Saturday, February 14 | 7:30 PM @ArtsHub Ortona, 9722 102 St NW, Edmonton
- Forbidden Love: Brahms, Tchaikovsky & Wagner: Pianist Jaeden Izik-Dzurko returns following his 2024 debut to perform Brahms’ Piano Concerto No. 2, the work that won him the Leeds Piano Competition. The romantic program also features Wagner’s Prelude to Tristan and Isolde and Tchaikovsky’s Francesca da Rimini, exploring passion, longing, and tragic love through sweeping orchestral drama. February 14 & 15 @ Winspear Centre, 4 Sir Winston Churchill Square NW, Edmonton
- Hardy: The Country! Country! Tour!: Featuring collaborations with ERNEST and Stephen Wilson Jr., the album follows Hardy’s JIM BOB World Tour and underscores his reputation as a boundary-pushing hitmaker and award-winning songwriter. February 13 @ Rogers Place, 10220 – 104 Avenue, Edmonton
- Dreams and Rumours: Fleetwood Mac Tribute: Dreams and Rumours is a high-energy tribute celebrating the music of Fleetwood Mac. The show captures the band’s signature harmonies, iconic guitar work, and emotional depth, performing classics like “Go Your Own Way,” “The Chain,” “Rhiannon,” and “Dreams” with precision and passion that honor the group’s enduring legacy. Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 8:00 PM @ Century Casino, 13103 Fort Road, Edmonton
19. BIRDS OF PARADISE VALENTINES DAY
Make this Valentine’s Day unforgettable with a romantic swan paddle boat ride at Deep Sea Adventure Lake, complete with stunning views, serene moments, and a perfect photo opportunity to capture your love. Details
When: February 14, 2026 | 10AM-9PM
Where: West Edmonton Mall
How much: $20 for 2
20. Go on a Day Trip
There are plenty of options near Edmonton for a winter day trip.
You can easily make a quick escape to several spots around central Alberta for a quick date day trip.
- 15 Winter Day Trips From Edmonton
- 10 Provincial Parks and Natural Areas For a Winter Day Trip From Edmonton
- 15 Roadside Attractions and Landmarks For a Road Trip in Alberta
21. Couples Spa Packages
Unwind, let loose, and do so together. Whether you’re in search of a Valentine’s gift or a special surprise, a couples’ massage or spa retreat is a wonderfully romantic gift. Within Edmonton, you can find several serene and cozy salons that can provide you and your loved one some warmth over the winter. Choose from one- or two-hour massages, full-day getaways with wine and food, or special packages with manis, pedis, and facials included.
22. Adopt an Animal
February is celebrated as the month of affection, and this year, the Valley Zoo Development Society is extending a heartfelt invitation: will you be their Valentine? From today until Valentine’s Day, they welcoming everyone to share their love through donations to the zoo animals. Whether you’re smitten, honoring friendships and family, embracing independence, or navigating a recent breakup, they have something for everyone to appreciate. How do you envision your Valentine’s celebration?
23. Outdoor Date Ideas/ Free or Cheap to Celebrate Valentine’s Day
Having a date night (or morning or afternoon) that is not only outside of your house, but that is also safe by public health orders, maybe just what you and your partner need to heat things in the coldest of Edmonton months. Here are a few ideas to enjoy a fun Valentine’s day weekend.
10 Free Date Ideas in Edmonton For Valentine’s Day
Explore River Valley – one of the best and most romantic locations (and FREE!!!) in Edmonton.
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