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Whether you’re looking to plan a night out with friends or lining up a classic Valentine’s date, venues across the Tri-Cities area are hosting a wide mix of Galentine’s and Valentine’s events throughout the first half of February. The schedule includes creative workshops like floral design, watercolor painting, and charcuterie classes, plus wellness-focused gatherings, pop-up parties, and low-key lunches.
For couples, restaurants and venues across Batavia, Geneva, St. Charles, and nearby communities are offering prix fixe dinners, specialty menus, and festive experiences.
Here’s the roundup:
Galentine’s events
🎟️ Galentine’s at The Suite Spot | Thu 2/5, 5-9PM | The Suite Spot, STC | Enjoy drinks, small bites, wellness experiences, chair massages, and optional beauty treatments during this confidence-boosting Galentine’s night out.
🎟️ Galentine’s Night | Fri 2/6, 6-9PM | trend + relic, STC | Sip a themed drink, enjoy charcuterie demos, cookie pop-ups, photo booth fun, and a chance to win prizes.
🎟️ Galentine’s Day Floral Workshop | Fri 2/6, 6PM | Coffee, Cones, & Cabernet - Geneva | Create your own flower arrangement with a florist-led workshop, all materials included, plus a beverage while you design and unwind.
☑️ Galentine’s Day Bash | Sat 2/7, 8-10AM | Fitness on the Fox, STC | Sip, snack, shop women-owned vendors, enjoy sweet treats, wellness experiences, and celebrate friendship with good company.
🎟️ Paint & Sip: Galentine Edition | Wed 2/11, 6-8PM | St. Charles Arts Resource Center, STC | Learn watercolor techniques in a relaxed paint-and-sip class led by artist Rosalie White, ideal for beginners and seasoned painters alike.
🎟️ BYOB Galentine’s Night Out | Thu 2/12, 6-9PM | State & Society, Geneva | Bring your own drinks and enjoy sweets, chocolate fondue, bouquet building, scented creations, shopping perks, and photo-worthy Galentine’s vibes.
🎟️ Galentine’s Night Out | Thu 2/12, 6:30PM | Rosewood Farm, Batavia | Create a heart-shaped dried flower wreath with your friends during a hands-on floral workshop celebrating friendship, creativity, and Galentine’s vibes.
Valentine’s Day events
🎟️ Watercolor Valentine Postcards | Mon 2/9, 6PM | Cocoon, Geneva | Create one-of-a-kind watercolor Valentine postcards in a cozy, guided art session — great to gift, mail, or keep for yourself.
🎟️ Felt Forget-Me-Not Bouquet Class | Tue 2/10, 1PM | The Winding Deerpath, Geneva | Learn felt-cutting techniques to craft a charming, realistic bouquet perfect for gifting or seasonal décor.
🎟️ Valentine Paint & Sip | Wed 2/11, 6:30-8:30PM | Sturdy Shelter Brewing, Batavia | Relax with a guided mandala heart painting, love-inspired colors, and a laid-back sip-and-paint night perfect for dates or Galentines.
🎟️ Sweetheart Bowl Floral Class | Thu 2/12, 5:30PM | The Winding Deerpath, Geneva | Create a simple, beautiful floral bowl using fresh or silk flowers in this easy, hands-on class with all supplies included.
🎟️ Love, Niche | Thu 2/12–Sat 2/14, 5:30PM-9:30PM | Niche Restaurant, Geneva | Enjoy a Valentine’s prix fixe menu featuring seasonal flavors, thoughtful dishes, and Niche’s warm, relaxed dining atmosphere.
🎟️ Valentine’s Charcuterie Class | Thu 2/12, 7PM | The Office Dining & Spirits, STC | Learn to build a Valentine’s-themed charcuterie board, master simple styling techniques, and take home a handcrafted wooden board to keep or share.
🎟️ Galentine’s Day Lunch at Atwater’s | Fri 2/13, 11AM-2PM | Atwater’s, Geneva | Sip complimentary wine and cocktails, enjoy a three-course prix fixe lunch, and enter a gift basket raffle with friends.
🎟️ Lovely Afternoon Tea | Fri 2/13–Sat 2/14 | Oak + Rose Tea Room, Geneva | Enjoy a Valentine-inspired afternoon tea with scones, savories, petite pastries, and a special spritzer to celebrate love.
🎟️ Be My Bloody Valentine | Fri 2/13–Sat 2/14, 12PM-8PM | Obsidian Ink, Batavia | Valentine-themed flash tattoos and piercings with cute-and-spooky designs, custom artist flash, and special jewelry upgrades.
☑️ Valentine’s Day Party | Fri 2/13, 4-7PM | Core FSN & Core Nutrition, STC | Shop local vendors, enjoy massages, permanent jewelry, hair tinsel, samples, flowers, and feel-good Valentine’s vibes with friends.
🎟️ Valentine’s Couples Watercolor Class | Fri 2/13, 6PM | The Winding Deerpath, Geneva | Paint romantic rose artwork together in a relaxed, beginner-friendly watercolor class designed for couples or close friends.
🎟️ 5-Course Prix Fixe Valentine’s Dinner | Fri 2/13 or Sat 2/14, 6:30PM | Hotel Baker, STC | Enjoy an intimate five-course Valentine’s dinner designed for romance in an elegant riverfront setting.
🎟️ Valentine’s Date Night | Sat 2/14, 11AM-3PM & 5-9:30PM | VATAN Progressive Indian, STC | Secure a table for a chef-curated Valentine’s dining experience with bold flavors, intimate vibes, and a sweet thank-you treat.
🎟️ Valentine’s Day Dinner @ Sidecar | Sat 2/14, 5PM or 7PM | Sidecar Supper Club & Beer Garden, Batavia | Enjoy a prix fixe Valentine’s dinner, then stay for a show at this lively Batavia supper club.
🎟️ Valentine’s Day Dinner | Sat 2/14, 6-8PM | Cougars Stadium, Geneva | Enjoy a three-course dinner for two in a super suite overlooking the field, with optional private suite upgrade and celebratory vibes.
🎟️ Valentine’s Day Dinner with the Elgin Symphony | Sat 2/14, 6PM | Dunham Woods Riding Club, Wayne | Enjoy cocktails, a gourmet dinner, and a romantic live performance featuring Broadway vocalist Sean Doherty with an Elgin Symphony ensemble.
🎟️ Valentine’s Day Dinner | Sat 2/14, 7PM | Oscar Swan Country Inn, Geneva | Enjoy a romantic dinner buffet featuring filet mignon, scratch-made sides, decadent chocolate desserts, and a cozy Valentine’s atmosphere.
🎟️ Valentine’s Disco Party | Sat 2/14, 7PM-1AM | STC Motorcycle Museum, STC | Dance all night to classic disco with DJ Mike, champagne toast, bar specials, and a food truck under sparkling lights.
🎟️ Valentine’s Day Dinner | Sat 2/14 | Ikal Y Sanse, Campton Hills | Celebrate with a three-course prix fixe dinner inspired by bold flavors, warm ambiance, and a night made for connection.
🎟️ Valentine’s Day Specials | Sat 2/14, Lunch & Dinner | The Graceful Ordinary, STC | Indulge in Valentine’s menu specials, festive cocktails, and optional Chef’s Tasting Table experiences at this riverfront favorite.
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