Here is a guide to Valentine’s Day events and specials in the Gem City and beyond.
💘 Sweetheart Walk in Downtown Miamisburg
When: 11 a.m. Feb 8
Location: 131 S. First St. in downtown Miamisburg
More info: The Miamisburg Merchants Association will bring together local businesses for a special Valentine’s Day-themed event Feb. 8. Participating vendors include Blush, Amy Cakes, Classic Stich and Ohio Red Barn. Guests will be able to collect stickers from these businesses to enter a raffle.
💘 Valentine’s Day Chocolate Social
When: 6-8 p.m. Feb. 14
Location: Have a Gay Day, 1902 Needmore Road, Dayton
More info: Nonprofit organization Have a Gay Day Dayton is set to host a chocolate social for Valentine’s Day. This event will feature games, prizes, candy and more.
💘 Subterranean Valentine’s Day Fan Appreciation Show
When: 9 p.m. Feb. 14
Location: Oregon Express, 336 E. Fifth St., Dayton
More info: Local band Subterranean will host a free concert on Valentine’s Day at the Oregon Express in Dayton. This event will feature a special guest, to be announced in the future.
💘 The Foundry Valentine’s Weekend
Credit: Tom Gilliam
Credit: Tom Gilliam
When: Feb. 14-Feb. 15
Location: The Foundry, 124 Madison St., Dayton
More info: The Foundry in Dayton will offer a special menu on Valentine’s Day. For $80 per person, guests will be served a four-course meal and a selection of cocktails. Pizza will also be offered.
💘 Brio Italian Grille Valentine’s Day Dinner For Two
Valentine’s Day Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Feb. 14
Location: Brio Italian Grille, 4459 Cedar Park Drive, Beavercreek
More info: Brio Italian Grille at the Greene will offer a three course meal for couples on Valentine’s Day. Featuring a salad, entrée and dessert, guests can dine in or take this meal to go.
💘 RiverScape MetroPark Ice Rink Sweetheart Skate
Credit: Tom Gilliam
Credit: Tom Gilliam
When: 4-10 p.m. Feb. 14
Location: RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E. Monument Ave., Dayton
More info: The ice rink at RiverScape MetroPark will host a special “Sweetheart Skate” event on Valentine’s Day. For $20, guests will receive two tickets to the rink, two cups of hot chocolate and a box of chocolates from Winans. Classic love songs will be played during the night.
💘 Queer Romance Mixer: Valentine’s Edition
When: 8 p.m. Feb. 14
Location: The Barrel House: 417 E. Third St., Dayton
More info: The Barrel House in Dayton will team up with LGBTQ+ art and event company Heartsiq for a Valentine’s Day mixer. Featuring games, a dj and more, this event is open to couples and those looking for a relationship.
💘 Valentine’s Day at the Melting Pot
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Credit: CONTRIBUTED
Valentine’s Day Hours: 3-10 p.m. Feb. 13 and noon-11 p.m. Feb. 14 and 15.
Location: The Melting Pot, 453 Miamisburg Centerville Road, Dayton
More info: Melting Pot in Dayton will offer a four-course experience to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Guests will be able to choose from a variety of cheese fondues, salads, entrees and chocolate fondues. The restaurant will also give attendees two $25 gift certificates, which can be used throughout the year.
💘 Mills Park Hotel Valentine’s Day Dinner
Credit: Mill's Park Hotel Facebook
Credit: Mill's Park Hotel Facebook
When: Feb. 14
Location: Mills Park Hotel, 321 Xenia Ave., Yellow Springs
More info: The Mills Park Hotel in Yellow Springs will offer a special Valentine’s Day experience for couples. For $99, guests will choose from a curated selection of soups, salads, entrees and desserts.
💘 Meridien Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day Hours: 4 p.m.-midnight (subject to change)
Location: Meridien, 28 W. Franklin St., Centerville
More info: Centerville’s Meridien restaurant is currently planning a special menu for Valentine’s Day. More details will come in the future.
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