Valentine’s Day in Long Beach

Sweep your sweetie off their feet this Valentine’s Day aboard the historic Queen Mary (1126 Queens Hwy). For a fun early Valentine’s date, check out Brushes & Bubbly: Paint Your Partner edition–a paint and sip event at the Queen on February 12 with supplies and a complimentary drink provided. Next, Galentine’s Day turns up the heat with Girls Night Out on February 13, featuring Magic Mike-style performers and lots of high-energy dancing and interactive moments. On February 14, enjoy a proper dinner and cabaret show as Cabaret Versatile presents Oooh La La, featuring a three-course dinner with dazzling performances and surprise guests throughout. Then, turn date night into a weekend getaway with an overnight stay. For more details, visit queenmary.com.

Modeled after its popular Stroll & Savor events, Belmont Shore’s Sips & Sweets Festival on February 15 offers the chance to taste delectable desserts from 2nd Street’s numerous cafes and bakeries. Simply purchase a sheet of tickets when you arrive, then set out on a delicious tour celebrating the sweetness of Valentine’s Day. You can also turn it into a bar crawl, using your tickets to sip on curated mocktails, cocktails, and wine inside participating restaurants and bars during the event. The festival will also feature a scavenger hunt where you can collect stickers and swag along the way, as well as a homemade desserts contest. For full details, visit belmontshore.org.

Indulge in a luxurious and romantic Valentine’s weekend at Fairmont Breakers (210 E Ocean Blvd). Enjoy Valentine’s Day dinner at Nettuno with a special prix fixe menu, or come for brunch on February 15 and experience La Dolce Galentine, complete with a complimentary spritz on arrival for groups of four or more and a personalized note from Chef Giuseppe. The hotel’s Alter Ego lounge will offer live music February 13 to 15, while on the rooftop at HALO, guests can find flirtatious notes to spark conversation with a partner or new friends. Finally, Fairmont Breakers is offering a Timeless Together package for a three-night stay including complimentary valet parking, a $150 spa credit, and romantic welcome amenity. Details and booking available on the hotel’s website.

If classic romantic songs like Stand By Me, At Last, and Unforgettable are part of your love story, don’t miss Endless Love at the Long Beach Arena (300 E Ocean Blvd) on Feb. 14. Part of the Long Beach Symphony’s Pops Series, the concert will feature vocalists Chester Gregory and Shayna Steele performing romantic ballads and duets. Enjoy the festive Pops atmosphere and bring a picnic or pre-order food delivery to your table for a fun and musical Valentine’s Day.

If your beloved loves classical music and history, take them to an intimate concert of Baroque chamber music by Musica Angelica. Valentine to the Viola de Gamba on January 31 at First Congregational Church in Long Beach (241 Cedar Ave) features music performed by husband and wife duo, Alexa and Justin Haynes-Pilon. They will be accompanied by harpsichordist Caitlyn Koester, Concertmaster Ilia Korol, and flutist Stephen Schultz, presenting a selection of compositions by Couperin, Purcell, and Telemann to transport you back in time.

Enjoy a romantic brunch or dinner cruise on the water in Long Beach on Valentine’s Day with City Cruises (Rainbow Harbor, Dock 6A). Set sail from Rainbow Harbor at 10:30 AM on February 14 to enjoy a brunch buffet paired with champagne, live entertainment, and gorgeous views of the Long Beach coast. The dinner cruise departs at 5 PM and offers the chance to toast your special someone with a cocktail before enjoying dancing and a chef-crafted three-course menu.

Plan the perfect Valentine’s date at Shoreline Village (425 Shoreline Village Dr), where you can stroll the boardwalk and enjoy waterfront views, experience a romantic lunch or dinner, and end with a sweet treat like funnel cake or ice cream with your sweetheart. On February 14, Shoreline Village will also have a self-service photo stop featuring a flower wall backdrop, romantic live music from 1 to 5 PM, and a DJ playing from 5 to 9 PM. Commemorate your true love at the love locks wall, with locks available for purchase at marked shops in the village. For details, visit the event page on Facebook.

Enjoy sophistication, fine dining, and wine-centric experiences for friends and loved ones this Valentine’s season at Chez Bacchus (743 E 4th St). On February 4, the restaurant will celebrate the return of its Flight Club series with a Galentine themed wine tasting event. Try four wines paired with four complementary bites, then after the tasting, featured bottles will be available for purchase at a special event-only price. From February 13 to 15, Chez Bacchus will offer a three-course Valentine’s menu created by executive chef Danny K Le, with wine pairings from owner and advanced sommelier John Hansen.

For a chill Valentine's date, head to Port City Tavern (4306 E Anaheim St) in Long Beach's Zaferia neighborhood, where you can enjoy music and cocktails from 7 PM to close on Saturday, Feb. 14. Take home a cute souvenir of your date by getting your caricature drawn or taking a strip of photos in the photobooth. Try your hand at a round of pool or challenge your sweetheart to a game of darts or shuffleboard. There are also a couple spots to snuggle--the patio features comfortable seating and heat lamps as well as a game den with cozy couches.

Valentine’s Day is dedicated to the singles at Roxanne’s this year! Head to Rox After Dark for the Singles Party from 10 PM to 2 AM on February 14, featuring DJs, food and drinks, and no cover. Go solo, or bring your crew to enjoy the late night vibes, shoot pool, and dance the night away.

The Long Beach Arena will be featuring soulful performances on February 15 at 7:00 p.m. Take a walk down memory lane with legendary musicians from the '60s and '70s, including Barbara Mason, The Chi-Lites, and more.

On February 14 from 7:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., take your special someone to Aquarium of the Pacific's Night Dive, where live music, a photo booth, and Valentine-themed arts and crafts await! Don't forget to pair this experience with treats and drinks from onsite bars and Café Scuba.

Explore mouthwatering eats at The Breakfast Bar on Feb. 14 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. This dining spot will be featuring the second annual Valentine Dinner Special event at its Belmont Heights location. Offering a flavorful Italian-themed prix fixe menu, The Breakfast Bar will be serving trio flights of appetizers and desserts, as well as bubbly glasses of champagne. Be immersed in an inviting atmosphere, enjoying live entertainment, a bar station, and Valentine's Day-inspired decor. Visit The Breakfast Bar's website for more event details.

On February 14 at 4:00 p.m., relax with your date in the Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden as a romantic jazz concert unfolds in this tranquil space. Event-goers are encouraged to bring a blanket and picnic essentials, or rent two chairs for $25.

Indulge in a special three-course Valentine’s Day dinner at Crowne Plaza Los Angeles Harbor Hotel (601 S Palos Verdes St, San Pedro) on the waterfront in San Pedro. The meal includes a starter, entrée, and for dessert, share a strawberry mousse heart for two. A glass of sparkling rosé champagne for each guest is included. Extend your Valentine’s date overnight and take advantage of the hotel’s $399 Romance Package, which includes the dinner, a one-night stay in a junior suite, rose petals, chocolate-covered strawberries, champagne, and complimentary parking. For details and reservations, call (310) 519-8080.

Chartering a sailboat offers a unique and romantic experience sure to create lasting memories. Jolly Sailing (401 Shoreline Village Dr.) provides everything you need for a safe sailing experience, including the Skipper. You're welcome to bring whatever you would like to eat and drink, so all you have to do is sit back and enjoy the ride. For questions or details call Capt. Max at 562-304-5632.

Romance is in the air at 555 East Steakhouse. Take your special someone on a date they won't soon forget with a 4-course meal, optional wine pairing, and live music performed on the piano.

If your other true love is pizza, you have to go to Buono's Authentic Pizzeria for Valentine's Day. There you can enjoy a heart-shaped pizza (available upon request), their Chocolate Lover's Nutella Calzone, and a complimentary champagne toast or mimosa.

Here's an in-cider tip: Spice up your Valentine's Day plans with Ficklewood Ciderworks! They're hosting 3 different events in celebration of V-Day: a cider making night on February 9, a heart shaped charcuterie board workshop on Feb. 10, and a cider & dessert pairing from Feb. 11-14. Learn more here.

There may be plenty of fish in the sea, but on Valentine's Day it's your turn to celebrate the fish most special to you. For all the seafood lovers out there, Roe is ready to serve up a 3-course prix-fixe dinner. Their menu includes options such as a Seafood and Squid Ink Linguini, Hickory Grilled Petite Filet, Morro Bay Miso Butterfish, Pacific Striped Sea Bass, and Grilled Duroc Pork Tenderloin. Make your reservations here.