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Valentine’s Day Events & Date Ideas in Atlanta

Valentine's Day date night in Atlanta

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DATE NIGHT IN ATLANTA: DINING, EVENTS, AND ROMANTIC EXPERIENCES FOR VALENTINE’S DAY.


2026 Valentine’s Day Events



Looking for Valentine’s Day events in Atlanta? Browse romantic dinners, date night experiences, live music, and things to do for couples across the city.

Valentine’s Day in Atlanta is one of the biggest nights of the year for dining and date experiences, with restaurants, hotels, and venues offering special menus, events, and curated nights out. Whether you’re planning an upscale dinner, a fun night out, or something more casual, there are options across the metro area.

This page highlights upcoming Valentine’s Day events in Atlanta, with listings that update as the holiday approaches. Events are listed by date below and expand as venues finalize plans in late January and early February.

Looking for a full guide? View our Valentine’s Day in Atlanta guide.

Popular Valentine’s Day Experiences in Atlanta


Many Valentine’s Day traditions return each year, offering a mix of dining and experience-based events. While details vary annually, these types of events commonly appear in the listings below:

  • Valentine’s Day dinners and prix-fixe menus at restaurants
  • Live music events and intimate performances
  • Cocktail events, tastings, and themed date nights
  • Unique experiences such as rooftop dinners and special outings
  • Fun group events and Galentine’s Day celebrations

Valentine’s Day Events in Atlanta

Event listings begin appearing in late January as venues finalize Valentine’s Day plans.

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The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales

Wednesday April 22, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/22/2026 10:00 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts Cost: 20.00 for non-members
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Theater, Community::Family
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+

A Stinky, Hilarious Folktale Adventure

Based on the book by Jon Scieszka & illustrated by Lane Smith Adapted by Jason Hines

Join us for the world premiere of the Center’s adaptation of this bestselling fan favorite!

Run dates: April 7–May 17, 2026

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The Magic Man's Family Magic Show

Wednesday April 22, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/22/2026 10:00 AM
Rockdale County Auditorium Cost: $5
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Theater, Community::Family
The Magic Man’s Family Magic Show from Bill Packard Get ready for an unforgettable journey into the impossible! Bill Packard, the Magic Man, brings a high-energy, professional magic experience that turns any gathering into a theatrical event. From the moment the Magic Man appears in his signature ... [click here for more]
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12th Annual Olmsted Plein Air Invitational

Wednesday April 22, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/22/2026 10:00 AM
Atlantic Station Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Festivals::Art Festivals, Free Events
Atlanta’s Olmsted Plein Air Invitational has grown into one of the nation’s top art events over the past decade. Now in its 12th year, it continues to showcase some of the finest plein air artists while growing Atlanta’s art scene. Our strong reputation for excellence consistently attracts top artis... [click here for more]
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Tai Chi at City Springs

Wednesday April 22, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/22/2026 10:00 AM
City Springs Cost: $25
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Community::Health and Fitness
Experience the Power of Tai Chi on the City Green! Join us every Wednesday and Friday at 10:00 a.m. for Tai Chi, brought to you by the City of Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department in partnership with Florin Szondi of the USA Chen Taiji Center. [click here for more]
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Tai Chi at City Springs

Wednesday April 22, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/22/2026 10:00 AM
City Springs Cost: $25
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Community::Health and Fitness
Experience the Power of Tai Chi on the City Green! Join us every Wednesday at 5:00 p.m. for Tai Chi, brought to you by the City of Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department in partnership with Florin Szondi of the USA Chen Taiji Center. [click here for more]
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DESIGN ADAC Keynote Event: “Originality vs. Algorithm: Authenticity in an AI World”

Wednesday April 22, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/22/2026 10:00 AM
ADAC (ATLANTA DECORATIVE ARTS CENTER) Cost: free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Free Events
Does social media hurt or help creative expression? In a conversation led by Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles Editor-in-Chief Lauren Iverson, designers Sally Draughon, Clary Bosbyshell, and Elaine Griffin celebrate the power of personal expression in an age where trends and algorithms nudge us toward mass... [click here for more]
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Earth Day

Wednesday April 22, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 04/22/2026 10:00 AM
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: Free with Garden admission
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Enjoy engaging and fun family activities celebrating nature and the beautiful plants all around us! Be sure to catch special performances of Contrary Mary’s Garden with Mama Koku.

Live Performances: Contrary Mary’s Garden with Mama Koku

Shows at 10:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. in the Children’s Garden Amp... [click here for more]
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ART Station Theatre presents The Hill

Wednesday April 22, 2026 10:30 AM EDT 04/22/2026 10:30 AM
ART Station Theatre Cost: $16 - $38
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Theater
April 16th - 26th 2026

by Peter Quilter

Three men go on a two-day hike together up a large hill, to honor their recently deceased friend. Each brings an inscribed stone to leave as a monument at the summit. But they have to get there first, and the climb will be as challenging, unexpected and hila... [click here for more]
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Drop-In Kids Gardening Activity

Wednesday April 22, 2026 10:30 AM EDT 04/22/2026 10:30 AM
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: free with garden admission
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Each week in the Children’s Garden, expert horticulturists feature a kid-friendly gardening activity, like seed planting, watering or harvesting, both to keep our Garden beautiful and connect our youngest guests with nature.

Schedule: Wednesdays, April – September Time: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Fee: Free ... [click here for more]

Gwinnett Stripers vs. Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp

Wednesday April 22, 2026 11:05 AM EDT 04/22/2026 11:05 AM
Coolray Field Cost: $13.55+
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Sports::Baseball
The Gwinnett Stripers are the Triple-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves, playing in the International League. [click here for more]
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The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales

Wednesday April 22, 2026 11:45 AM EDT 04/22/2026 11:45 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts Cost: 20.00 for non-members
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Theater, Community::Family
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+

A Stinky, Hilarious Folktale Adventure

Based on the book by Jon Scieszka & illustrated by Lane Smith Adapted by Jason Hines

Join us for the world premiere of the Center’s adaptation of this bestselling fan favorite!

Run dates: April 7–May 17, 2026

[click here for more]
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Let It Rip at Pink Lion Jazz Club

Wednesday April 22, 2026 12:00 PM EDT 04/22/2026 12:00 PM
Pink Lion Jazz Club Cost: $25.00
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Music::Live-Music
It'S Been A While But "Let It Rip" Is Returning! They Are Exciting And Just A Little Different!  We'Re Celebrating Birthdays - Call To Have Your Free Birthday At The Pink Lemonade Series.  Free Entry For The Birthday Person With A Party Of 8 Or More. Special Recognition With Your Picture On The Big ... [click here for more]
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Drop-In Garden Tours

Wednesday April 22, 2026 01:30 PM EDT 04/22/2026 1:30 PM
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: Free with Garden admission
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents, free with Garden admission.

Schedule: Tuesday – Friday Location: Meet inside the Hardin Visitor Center. Time: Feb. 17 – May 29, 1:30 p.m. | June 2 – Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m. | Sept. 1 – Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m.

Please note: Tours begin earlier... [click here for more]
Whimsy And Joy

Whimsy and Joy

Wednesday April 22, 2026 04:00 PM EDT 04/22/2026 4:00 PM
North Avenue MARTA Station Plaza Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Opera, Music
Join MARTA Artbound, The Atlanta Opera, and Midtown Alliance for a special concert. “Whimsy and Joy” will bring together much-beloved singers from The Atlanta Opera’s stage with a fantastic virtuoso spoken word artist and actor of True Colors Theatre, creating a unique celebration of joy, escapism, ... [click here for more]
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DESIGN ADAC Keynote Event: “The Art of the Unexpected: Designing with Personality & Purpose”

Wednesday April 22, 2026 05:00 PM EDT 04/22/2026 5:00 PM
ADAC (ATLANTA DECORATIVE ARTS CENTER) Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Community
Experience the allure of Hollywood-meets-high design with Martyn Lawrence Bullard. A renowned interior designer, TV personality, author, and product visionary, Bullard’s award-winning career has cemented him as one of the most influential voices in design today. In conversation with Jenna Muller, Pu... [click here for more]
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Southeast Designers & Architect of the Year Finalists Celebration

Wednesday April 22, 2026 05:00 PM EDT 04/22/2026 5:00 PM
ADAC (ATLANTA DECORATIVE ARTS CENTER) Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Community
Celebrate the visionaries shaping the future of design in the Southeast and beyond as ADAC and VERANDA honor the 2026 finalists for the Southeast Designers & Architect of the Year Awards at Made Goods. From acclaimed leaders to emerging talents, meet the finalists and get to know the innovative mind... [click here for more]
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Strand Academy Presents: The SpongeBob Musical - Youth Edition

Wednesday April 22, 2026 06:00 PM EDT 04/22/2026 6:00 PM
Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre Cost: $18.80
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Theater, Community::Family
A one-hour edition of the hit musical, specially tailored for young actors!

Plunge into this stunning all-singing, all-dancing, dynamic stage show! When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come

together... [click here for more]
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Damien Escobar at City Winery Atlanta

Wednesday April 22, 2026 06:00 PM EDT 04/22/2026 6:00 PM
City Winery Atlanta Cost: $102.00
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Music::Live-Music
City Winery Atlanta and WCLK 91.9 presents Damien Escobar live on April 22nd at 6pm, part of a four show series! See all shows here.

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Experience the electrifying talent of Damien Escobar—two-time Emmy Award winner, chart-topping performer, and widely celebrated “King of Strings... [click here for more]
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Pulse Run Club at Atlantic Station

Wednesday April 22, 2026 06:00 PM EDT 04/22/2026 6:00 PM
Atlantic Station Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Community::Runs, Walks, & Marathons
Pulse Run Club is taking over the Station! Join them every Wednesday at Millennium Gate - meet at 6 PM, run starts at 6:30 PM.

Choose from 1-mile, 2-mile or 4-mile route options. This event is open to the community, and all paces are welcome!

No sign up or registration required. Just show up rea... [click here for more]
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Design that Gives You Butterflies: Permaculture for the Home Landscape

Wednesday April 22, 2026 06:00 PM EDT 04/22/2026 6:00 PM
MODA (Museum of Design Atlanta) Cost: $16.80
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Community
In this talk, Brandy Hall—Founder and CEO of Shades of Green Permaculture and author of the new book, The Complete Guide to Permaculture—will introduce the principles of permaculture and regenerative landscape design, showing how thoughtful planning can transform even small yards into resilient, liv... [click here for more]
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Pacho Flores Trumpet Masterclass

Wednesday April 22, 2026 06:00 PM EDT 04/22/2026 6:00 PM
The Woodruff Arts Center Cost: free for students, $10 adults
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Community::Classes and Demos
The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, in partnership with The Gift of Music, presents a trumpet masterclass open to the public. The renowned Venezuelan soloist Pacho Flores dips into Mexico's rich trumpet-playing tradition for a piece written by him and for him by Arturo Márquez. This event is free for ... [click here for more]
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Wellness Wednesday at Atlantic Station

Wednesday April 22, 2026 06:30 PM EDT 04/22/2026 6:30 PM
Atlantic Station Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Community::Health and Fitness
Find your calm in the center of Atlantic Station. Our guided yoga sessions on the Atlantic Green help melt away stress, build balance, and reconnect your mind and body. Breathe, stretch, and flow with your community every Wellness Wednesday. Classes will take place every Wednesday from April 1st t... [click here for more]
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4-Course Turkish Wine Dinner at Efendi

Wednesday April 22, 2026 06:30 PM EDT 04/22/2026 6:30 PM
Cafe Efendi Mediterranean Restaurant Cost: $75-$92
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Food and Drink, Food and Drink::Beer/Wine/Distillery Events
Join us at Efendi Mediterranean Restaurant for a 4-Course Turkish Wine Dinner on Wednesday, April 22 at 6:30 pm—a one-night-only culinary experience celebrating the diverse flavors of Turkey, one of the world’s oldest wine-growing regions. Guided Turkish Wine Exploration: Regional pairings with in... [click here for more]
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Lavender Lens Film Screening: She's the He at The Supermarket

Wednesday April 22, 2026 06:30 PM EDT 04/22/2026 6:30 PM
The Supermarket Cost: Prices start from: $13
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Film, Community::LGBTQ
Join Lavender Lens and The Bakery Atlanta at The Supermarket on March 18th at 6:30pm for an evening screening of She's the He. [click here for more]
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Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas

Wednesday April 22, 2026 07:00 PM EDT 04/22/2026 7:00 PM
Eddie's Attic Cost: From $32.26
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Music::Live-Music
Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas live at Eddie's Attic!

cutting-edge fiddle and cello explorations of Scottish and global music

" … you would think they'd been playing together for centuries. While his fiddle dances, her cello throbs darkly or plucks puckishly. Then Haas opens her cello's throat, ... [click here for more]

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