Whether you are coupled up or flying solo, St. Louis has some Valentine’s Day events for you this year! From family-friendly free Fridays at SLAM to a live version of The Dating Game with local St. Louis comedians, you can find something to do instead of waiting for Valentine’s candy to go on sale. Or you can do both.
Be sure to keep an eye on our weekend events listing and Instagram to get the latest on everything from local theatre, dance, music, museums and more.
HeART & Nature Walk: A Love Letter to Laumeier
What is more romantic than taking a stroll through this outdoor art gallery? This tour features Judith Shea’s work expressing her deep adoration for art and nature.
WHEN: Feb. 5 – March 2
WHERE: Laumeier Sculpture Park
COST: FREE (w/ RSVP)
Frank Schwaiger Music: The Art of Seeing & Danielle Mužina Femme In the End Times
… and what is more romantic than walking around an INDOOR art gallery? Check out these two new exhibits at Bruno David Gallery!
WHEN: Open Reception Feb. 7 (on view until March 22)
WHERE: Bruno David Gallery
COST: FREE
Va Va Voom Valentine’s Dinner and Show
Dinner and a show, anyone? This extra special performance is perfect to spice up date night.
WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 10 & Wednesday Feb. 14
WHERE: The Boom Boom Room
COST: $25
Carmen Lundy; Jazz St. Louis
Carmen Lundy w/ Support from Cortland Associates
Celebrating V-Day a little early or a little late? Stop by one of Jazz St. Louis’ performances featuring chart-topping jazz marvel Carmen Lundy.
WHEN: Feb. 12-16
WHERE: Jazz St. Louis
COST: $40-$45
Galentine’s Day with Maria Bartolotta; Blue Strawberry
Galentine’s Day with Maria Bartolotta: A Show For The Girlies
If you are flying solo this year, or just want to spend time with the girlies, this celebration of friendship, love and laughter was put together just for you.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb. 13
WHERE: Blue Strawberry
COST: $20-$15
Lovers & Losers: Mythical Proportions
Don’t miss local St. Louis comedians set up their fellow local comedians in this comedy matching game.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb. 13
WHERE: City Winery
COST: $20-$15
Helium Presents: Valentines’ Weekend with Dustin Nickerson
Grab the couple’s package to add prime seating, a bottle of wine and a dessert.
WHEN: Feb. 13-15
WHERE: Helium Comedy Club
COST: $20-$119
Baking For Boys: A Cabaret Starring Elisabeth Wurm
This Valentine’s Day, sit back and enjoy Elisabeth’s real-life dating stories set to a wide selection of musical theater classics.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb. 14
WHERE: Greenfinch Theater & Dive
COST: $25
Free Fridays: Valentines Edition
Leave a paper heart by your favorite piece, create your own wearable felt heart with Craft Alliance, join a guided tour about how artists represented love across history and cultures and more!
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb. 14
WHERE: Saint Louis Art Museum
COST: FREE
City Nights Valentine’s Day; City Museum
The iconic City Nights events are starting early this year with this V-Day event featuring St. Louis’ very own Clownvis. Locals, if you know, you know.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb. 14
WHERE: City Museum
COST: $25-$30
To Love! performed by Saint Louis Ballet
“To Love!” featuring “In Creases” by Tony Award Winner Justin Peck is a can’t-miss performance of intriguing ballet of shifting shapes and geometric forms. If you miss it, you’re definitely a square.
WHEN: Feb. 14-16
WHERE: Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
COST: $42-$72
Key Party for Valentines Day; The Improv Shop
The Improv Shop: Key Party for Valentine’s Day + Date Night
Catch one of two special heart day-themed performances from The Improv Shop.
WHEN: Feb. 15
WHERE: The Improv Shop
COST: $5-$15
Get Tickets (Key Party) | Get Tickets (Date Night)
Looking for a different way to celebrate Valentines Day? How about a sideshow double feature and a one-woman circus?
WHEN: Feb. 15
WHERE: The Crack Fox
COST: $20-$25
Valentine’s Love Jam: Keith Sweat & Kem
Let your heartstrings be tugged this Valentine’s weekend with billboard-charting artist Keith Sweat’s Love Jam!
WHEN: Sunday, Feb. 16
WHERE: Chaifetz Arena
COST: $62-$202
Still looking for more to do? Head over to our Find Your Vibe filter and search for something to do in the city curated specifically to your taste.
How do we fill this list? Great question! Here is the short answer – it’s not easy. StLouisArts.org is powered by the Regional Arts Commission of St. Louis, the largest public funder of the arts in the region. We are here to lift up all the artists, arts programs, and arts organizations who make St. Louis great. If you don’t see a show or event on the list, it’s possible we just forgot to add it. You can always email us!
