All the Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day in the Queen City

By CityBeat Staff on Thu, Jan 31, 2019 at 8:55 pm

Valentine's Day is here once again, and the Queen City is feelin' the love. We've gathered a list of events going on across Cincinnati for the special holiday. There's a little something for everyone — the foodies, the beer enthusiasts, for your gal pals, the art lovers, the Jazz enjoyers, something for our furry friends and even for those who are are feeling a little more bitter toward the day of love. We've got you covered.

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Darkotica - Dark Valentine’s Day!

9 p.m.-2:30 a.m. Feb. 14. $7 under 21; free 21 and over. Mixwells Northside, 3935 Spring Grove Ave., Northside
Darkotica is Cincinnati’s longest-running Goth night. There will be music and a costume contest for you and your horror-able date and a prize for the winner. Enjoy the best in industrial, EBM, and dark alternative at Mixwells in Northside. Doors open at 9. Identification required.
Photo via Facebook.com/DarkoticaEventPage

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Valentine’s Day Party at Mio Vino

5-10 p.m. Feb. 14. Free Admission. Mio Vino, 7908 Blue Ash Road, Deer Park
Kick back at Mio Vino for a Valentine’s Day party with free appetizers and a chocolate fountain. Every woman will be treated with a complimentary rose.
Photo via Facebook.com/MioVinoMicroWinery

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Anti Valentine’s Party at Energy Night Club

10 p.m. Feb. 9. Free before 10:30 p.m.. Energy Night Club, 700 W. Pete Rose Way, Downtown
If you aren’t feelin’ the love this Valentine season, head over to Energy Night Club. For free admission before 10:30 p.m., bring an item of your ex’s to burn in a firepit and let the bad memories go! Music featuring DJ SAB. Doors open at 10 p.m.
Photo via Facebook.com/EnergyCincy

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Galentine’s Day Ladies Night at Analog Coffee Bar

6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Feb. 13. $22. Carabello Coffee, 107 E. Ninth St., Newport
Enjoy some delicious coffee and some tasty treats from Memorie Makers with your ladies this Galentine’s Day. There will be a photo area for you to capture the moment, a special gift and a ton of fun.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger

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Valentine’s Day at Memorial Hall

6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Feb. 14. $65 a person. Memorial Hall, 1225 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine >br>O Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo? Memorial Hall is hosting a Romeo and Juliet-themed four-course dinner to celebrate the day of love. The night will be filled with wine (non-poisonous), cocktails, music, Shakespearean actors and delectable food. Elias Leisring of Eli’s Barbeque will work his skills on the wood-fired grill along with chef Christian Gill of Boomtown Biscuits & Whiskey, who has been featured on the Food Network. $65 per person. Limited availability.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger

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Galentine’s Day: A Night of Celebrating Ladies by Cincinnati Magazine in OTR

5-8 p.m. Feb. 13. OTR
Surround yourself with ladies celebrating ladies for a Galentine’s Day filled with sipping and shopping from local businesses in OTR and nibbling on small bites. Free event, but registration required.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger

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Valentine’s Dinner at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Feb. 9, 10 and 14. $200 per couple. Cincinnati Zoo, 3400 Vine St., Avondale
Get a little wild this Valentine’s Day at the Cincinnati Zoo. Cozy up with your special someone, experience animal encounters, learn about the “Wild Side of Love” and enjoy a romantic meal with a complimentary champagne toast.
Photo via cincinnatizoo.org

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Singin’ in the Rain at The Mini Microcinema

7-10 p.m. Feb. 14. Free admission; $5 suggested donation. The Mini Microcinema, 1329 Main St., Over-the-Rhine
Come down to the Mini Microcinema for a special showing of Singin’ in the Rain. Spend your Valentine’s night dancing and singing along to this classic. Movie begins at 7:30 p.m.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger

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The Stars in Your Eyes at Burnet Woods

7-8 p.m. Feb. 15. Wolff Planetarium, 3251 Brookline Ave., Corryville
Keep your eyes on the stars and feet on the ground at Wolff Planetarium, where you’ll spend a dreamy evening under the planetarium’s night sky, hearing excellent love stories and making your way through the seasons. Seating is limited; call for reservations.
Photo: Nick Swartsell

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The Sleeping Beauty presented by the Cincinnati Ballet

Feb. 14-17. $40. Cincinnati Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine
They say if you dream a dream more than once, it’ll for sure come true. Get swept away by a magical performance of The Sleeping Beauty by the Cincinnati Ballet. Allow graceful dance, elegant costumes and marvelous music by Tchaikovsky to transport you in this fairy tale favorite on Valentine’s Day and throughout the weekend.
Photo via cballet.org

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Valentine’s Love Jam at U.S. Bank Arena

9 p.m. Feb. 14. $39-$125. U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway St., Downtown
Calling all Cincinnati R&B fans: Get ready to jam with your special someone while listening to talented R&B musicians perform. The Valentine’s Love Jam at U.S. Bank Arena will feature Tyrese, Avant, Dru Hill, Next and Grammy-award winning artists 112. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Photo via usbankarena.com

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Footlighters Presents First Date at The Stained Glass Theatre

8-10 p.m. daily Feb. 14-16. The Stained Glass Theatre, 802 York St., Newport
If you’re looking for a Valentine’s Day show, head over to the Stained Glass Theatre to see First Date, presented by Footlighters. This show follows a blind date that takes an unexpected turn.
Photo via Facebook.com/TheFootlighters

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Valentine’s Treats hosted by Sugar Innovations

3-5 p.m. Feb. 10. $80. Findlay Kitchen, 1719 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine
Drip, drizzle and decorate chocolate strawberries, apples and pretzels with your loved one while sipping on beer and wine and nibbling on some appetizers. If you and your plus-one are selected for best completed chocolate design, you can expect a prize to commemorate your talents.
Photo via Facebook.com/ValentinesTreatsEventPage

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Let’s Stay Together Couples Date Night - Be My Valentine Edition at Sweet Sistah Splash

7-10 p.m. Feb. 9. $15-$25. Sweet Sistah Splash, 1218 Sycamore St., Over-the-Rhine
Let’s get together and let’s stay together at Sweet Sistah Splash for Couples Date Night to reconnect and appreciate each other’s company. The evening will have intimate music and dancing in the candlelight, games and small bites. The event will host a wine tasting, with couples being encouraged to bring their favorite wine. The couple whose wine receives the most love receives a special gift basket.
Photo via Facebook.com/SweetSistahSplashValentinesEventPage

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