Valentine’s Day in Cedar Rapids

Sweeten your 2026 Valentine’s day with the full Cedar Rapids experience!

2026 Valentine's Day Events

For Your Valentine

Flowers

Let your love blossom with a beautiful bouquet from one of our area flower shops! Roots in Bloom, Pierson’s Flower Shop and Kismet Coffee and Bloom are offering the perfect chance to send one of their heart-felt arrangements to your loved one.

Sweets

Does your sweetie have a sweet tooth? The Marion Chocolate Shop is home to delectable chocolates, caramels and truffles that will surely be a hit. If you’re looking for unique and nostalgic sweets, stop into Sweet Mercantile for candy, ice cream and a selection of sodas! And if baked goods are more your style, Kathy’s Pies will be serving up treats nice enough for Cupid.

Gifts

Looking for something a little more sentimental? Stop by Scribe Stationary and pick up supplies to a letter from the heart. Maybe you want your partner to have a gift that last longer than flowers and sweets? Looking for inspiration, visit fun stores like Lala B's Boutique and Illuminations where you can find the perfect gift for your special someone.

Galentine’s Day

No one says this is a day ONLY for romantic love. Make it a special day for you and your gals! Get together and enjoy a film at Marcus Theatres or Collins Road Theatre. Shop until you drop at Lindale Mall or the Uptown Marion District. Grab coffee and snacks at Kismet Coffee and Bloom, Café St. Pio or DASH Coffee Roasters. Stop for dinner and drinks at a local favorite like Cedar Ridge Distillery, Lion Bridge Brewing or Parlor City Pub and Eatery.

Date Night

Share a romantic meal with the one you love at one of our local restaurants! Plan ahead by calling for reservations and ask about Valentine’s Day specials.

Stay the Night

Why limit your celebration to just one day? Get away from it all and spend some extra quality time with your special someone. The Cedar Rapids area never disappoints!

2026 Valentine's Events

Feb. 7, 2026
Galentine's Day Out: Brunch, Books, and Local Love, Bistro at Blooms
Looking for the perfect Galentine’s outing? Join HEA Book Boutique, a small woman-owned bookstore, for a special pop-up at Bistro at Blooms on Saturday, February 7. Spend the day sipping, shopping, and exploring in one cozy, locally-owned spot.

Feb. 7, 2026
Be My Valentine: Glass Painting & Pasta Bar Night, Goldfinch Tap + Eatery
Sip, swirl, paint, and pasta your heart out at our Be My Valentine Glass Painting & Pasta Bar Event—the perfect creative night out with your Valentine, Galentine, or favorite foodie date!

Feb. 8, 2026
Kids' Valentine's Party at Big Grove Cedar Rapids, Big Grove Brewery Cedar Rapids
Bring the little ones on Sunday, February 8 from 1-3 PM for our Kids' Valentine's Party featuring Valentine box decorating, card making, and cookie decorating with special guests Moana & Cinderella!

Feb. 8 & 15, 2026
Valentine's Afternoon Tea, The Class Act
Treat yourself and your loved ones to a premium tea selection, sweet & savory pastries, tea sandwiches, scones, and traditional accoutrements in a beautifully romantic setting.

Feb. 12, 2026
Cooking for a Cause: Valentine's Edition, Groundswell Cafe
Join us at Groundswell Cafe for a special Valentine’s Edition of Cooking for a Cause, led by Cafe Manager Jack. Together, you’ll learn to prepare a classic, comforting menu—while also making extra meals to support the Good Meals To Go program at the Cultivate Hope Corner Store.

Feb. 12, 2026
Galentine's Dinner at LPSF, Local Pour Street Food
Giiiiirrrrllll! Bring your besties & frenemies and come party at LPSF for Galentine's Day - Exclusive food & drink specials available Wednesday February 12th & Thursday February 13th.

Feb. 12, 2026
Cocktail Class: Lucky In Love, Cedar Ridge Distillery
Join our amazing bar team as we celebrate the love this Valentine’s Day season with our much-anticipated Lucky in Love Cocktail Class—a playful evening of sipping, shaking, and falling just a little bit in love with cocktails.

Feb. 13, 2026
Valentine's Day at 350First, 350First
Treat your special someone to an unforgettable evening featuring our exclusive Valentine’s Day Menu — crafted with love and the finest seasonal ingredients.

Feb. 13, 2026
Love is a Funny Thing, Groundswell Cafe
If laughter is the food of love, then come get your fill at Love is a Funny Thing, a hilariously fun improv show. Whether you’re looking for a unique date night or flying solo, you’ll have a blast as our performers use real stories of love, lust, and loss to create spontaneous scenes.

Feb. 13, 2026
Love Bites: Seduction After Sundown, Ideal Theater & Bar
Friday the 13th, Next to Midnight invites you to tempt fate, flirt with danger, and turn up the heat at LOVE BITES. A spooky romance-soaked rock spectacle built for bold hearts and restless souls

Feb. 13, 2026
Galentine's Day at Big Grove Cedar Rapids, Big Grove Brewery Cedar Rapids
The 319 Girls Social Club and Big Grove Cedar Rapids host a Galentine’s Party celebrating friendship with drinks, creative pop-up bars, and festive fun. Guests can enjoy cocktail and mocktail specials, bouquet making, jewelry stations, hair tinsel, and more in a relaxed, social atmosphere.

Feb. 13, 2026
Speed Dating at Lion Bridge Brewing Co - 28-49, Lion Bridge Brewing Company
Enjoy in person & connection with eligible singles! Each attendee will go on 3-4 minute mini dates with each other male/female attendee. You will have a date card to indicate whether each connection is a yes/no match. After the event, we'll compile the matches & will exchange your contact information with all mutual matches.

Feb. 14, 2026
Valentine's Day Story, Hiawatha Public Library
Celebrate love and friendship at our Valentine’s Day Story Time! Enjoy sweet stories, lively songs, a hands-on craft kids will adore, and a special treat to finish the fun. Perfect for little Valentines and their families!

Feb. 14, 2026
Valentine's Day Skate, ImOn Ice Arena
Grab your family, friends and/or crush and join us on ice for our Valentine's Day Skate on Saturday, February 14th!

Feb. 14, 2026
ONE LOVE: Bob Marley Birthday Bash, The Olympic South Side Theater
The Bob Marley Birthday Bash returns for the 5th annual celebration at The Olympic in Cedar Rapids. Join us for a special Valentine's Day celebration honoring the life, music, and messages of Bob Marley.

Feb. 14, 2026
Linn County Tales of Love & Romance, The History Center
On Valentine's Day, headlines often turn to stories of love. Join The History Center as we turn to our community's news archives to find the most touching, most amazing, and most hilarious tales of romance! The program will be narrated by Rob Cline and joining him will be musical guest Alisabeth Von Presley.

Feb. 14, 2026
Valentine's Day 5 Course Chef Dinner, Goldfinch Tap & Eatery
Turn up the heat this Valentine’s Day. Our 5-Course Chef Dinner is inspired by the Eternal Flame—bold flavors, intentional courses, and just enough fire to keep things interesting.

Feb. 14, 2026
Love, Laughs & Stand-Up: Doug Thompson on Valentine's Day, Pickle Palace
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with laughter! Join us at Crown Hall for a special Valentine’s Day Stand-Up Comedy Show featuring Doug Thompson.

Feb. 14, 2026
VALENTINE'S DAY with Carson Parker feat. Hannah Goodwin, Ideal Theater & Cocktail Bar
If Valentine’s Day were set to a scene, it would be in a jazz club. Beloved Iowa favorite Carson Parker leads the night, bringing his signature blend of jazz, blues, and funk to the keys. Joining him is Hannah Goodwin, a rising jazz vocalist.

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