Need date ideas for Valentine’s Day? Flying solo? Looking for something fun to do with friends or to get out of the house on a special day? Whatever your plan, read ahead for Valentine’s Day events in Fargo.
Please note: Most events are not on February 14, so make sure you double-check the date!
Dining & Drinks
These Valentine's Day events include unique places to bring a date to dinner, DIY charcuterie boards, and more.
Galentine's Cookie Decorating Class
Learn the basics of sugar cookies, including piping practice, strategizing the best ways to decorate them, and the general concepts of dough and icing.
When: Thursday, February 13 | 6 p.m.
Where: Sifted & Sweet Baking Co.
Cost: Tickets are $45
Valentine's Dinner
Enjoy a romantic dinner at the Hilton Garden Inn. Menu items include smoked salmon carpaccio, lamb lollipops, winter citrus salad, filet mignon, lobster ravioli, chocolate truffon, various wine options, and much more.
When: Friday, February 14 | time slots available from 5 - 8 p.m.
Where: The Hiton Garden Inn
Cost: Menu items vary; book your time slot
Marry Me Chicken Date Night
Cook a meal with your date, including Caprese salad, Marry Me Chicken with garlic butter pasta, and Affogato.
When: Friday, February 14 | 6 p.m.
Where: The 1889
Cost: Tickets are $95
Cooking with your Valentine
Learn and prepare a special meal with your special someone. Class includes hot crab dip, salmon puff pastry, and seared scallops in a lemon cream sauce accompanied by mashed potato balls and sauteed vegetables.
When: Saturday, February 14 & 15 | 6 p.m.
Where: Square One Kitchens
Cost: $190 per couple
Icewind Brewing's Beer Pairing Dinner
Icewind is partnering with Duck Duck Goose Food Co. for a Valentine's beer pairing dinner.
When: Friday, February 14 | 6:30 p.m.
Where: Icewind Brewing Company
Cost: $70; tickets are limited
Galentine's Pop-Up Brunch
Enjoy themed drinks and foods at Hooligan's Bar & Grill, including $15 bottomless mimosas, mimosa flights, and free bingo at 12:30 p.m.
When: Saturday, February 15 | 11 a.m.
Where: Hooligan's Bar & Grill
Vintage Heart Cake Decorating
Join Marianne Garvey from Tartan Rose Bakery for a hands-on vintage heart-shaped cake decorating class.
When: Saturday, February 15 | 1 p.m.
Where: Square One Kitchens
Cost: $65 per couple
Cheese, Chocolate, & Wine Night
Try different cheeses and chocolates paired with the best wines at the 1889.
When: Saturday, February 15 | 5 p.m.
Where: The 1889
Cost: Tickets are $65
Activities & Music
Enjoy these more active Valentine's Day events like a Fargo Force hockey game, dances, and more.
Body Love Painting
Connect with your partner in a new way by making art on your body.
When: Wednesday, February 12 | 6-8 p.m.
Where: Moorhead Massage & Wellness Center
Cost: $55 per couple
The Newlywed Game
Play the Newlywed game with your best friend or partner and prove how well you know them during a fun competition game.
When: Wednesday, February 12
Where: Parachigo | 14 8th St S
Cost: $15 per ticket
Puppy Kissing Booth
As part of Giving Hearts Day, SCHEELS Home & Hardware is partnering with Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue for an afternoon of puppy kisses, snuggles, and fun.
When: Thursday, February 13
Where: SCHEELS Home & Hardware
Cost: $10 suggested donation
Twilight Trails
An evening of cross-country skiing and snowshoeing under the stars. Limited rentals are available on-site (first come, first served); no pre-registration is needed; just show up!
When: Thursday, February 13
Where: Edgewood Chalet
Cost: Free
Pining for Love
Mingle over sweet cocktails during this speed-dating event at The Pines Black.
When: Thursday, February 13 | 5:30 - 9 p.m.
Where: The Pines Black
Cost: $30/person, get your tickets now
Love Stinks
Hang out at Drekker's taproom for a night of anti-Valentine's Day greatness. Emo anthems and flash tattoos are on the agenda.
When: Thursday, February 14
Where: Drekker Brewing Company
'Reel in Love' Open House
The MSUM Oceanarium is hosting its first open house of the year this Valentine’s Day! Come enjoy the Oceanarium with the whole family.
When: Friday, February 14 | 4 - 6 p.m.
Where: MSUM Oceanarium
Cost: Free
Valentine's Candlelit Pedis
Pamper yourself with an exclusive Valentine's package with candlelit pedicures for two, complimentary drinks, and hors d'oeuvres.
When: Friday, February 14 | 6-9 p.m.
Where: The NAIL Co.
Cost: Call to book your pedicure - (701) 532-1538
Romance Under the Sea
Wanting to make Valentine's Day special? Bring your special someone to a night under the sea!
When: Friday, February 14 | 6 - 8 p.m.
Where: MSUM Oceanarium
Cost: Free
Fargo Force
The Fargo Force, USHL two-time Clark Cup Champions and two-time Anderson Cup Champions, face off against the Omaha Lancers.
When: Friday, February 14 | 7:05 p.m.
Where: SCHEELS Arena
Cost: $10-30
Amy Silverberg at The Cellar
Join Amy Silverberg for her comedy show at the underground comedy club, The Cellar, in Downtown Fargo.
When: Friday, February 14 | 8 p.m.
Where: The Cellar
Cost: $20 pre-sale, $25 at the door
Love & Hip Hop Party
The ultimate fusion of R&B and Hip Hop that's perfect for a Valentine's Day celebration.
When: Friday February 14 | 9 p.m.
Where: The Aquarium
Cost: Tickets are $10
Bar Down Bonspiel at The Lights
Plan to come watch this outdoor Curling Bonspiel, or join a team and participate in the 24-team tournament.
When: Thursday - Friday, February 14-15
Where: The Lights Ice Rink at Essentia Health Plaza
Sweetheart Dance
Young ladies aged 4-12 with their special role model (father, uncle, grandpa, etc,) are invited to a Taylor Swift Eras Tour-themed Sweetheart Dance.
When: Saturday, February 15 | 4:30 p.m.
Where: Rustad Recreation Center
Cost: $45/couple, $20 for each additional child
Love Bombed
Join us for an evening filled with music, dancing, and love for all in this LGBTQ+ celebration of love and unity.
When: Saturday, February 15 | 7 p.m.
Where: Jasper Hotel
Cost: $15 tickets in advance, $20 at the door
Shopping & Arts + Crafts
If shopping deals are the Valentine's Day events that you are looking for, check these ones out for local deals and fun shopping outings.
Ted Martin Valentine's Art Exhibition
This Valentine's Art Show for local artist Ted Martin will be held at Mind Virus Counter Culture Books & Media in Downtown Fargo during the month of February.
When: February
Where: Mind Virus Counter Culture Books & Media | 124 8th St N, Fargo
Cost: Free
Date Night Wheel Throwing
This event is sold out
Enjoy an evening of pottery wheel throwing; tickets are for two seats for wheel throwing and two glasses of champagne.
When: Wednesday, February 12, Friday, February 14, and Saturday, February 15
Where: Rising Dawn Ceramics Studio
Cost: Tickets are $100 for a pair
Valentine Card Making Class
Scribble Lady is hosting a glass dip pen class teaching how to make Valentine's cards. They provide examples, paint brushes, watercolors, and paper, so come as you are for this fun craft day.
When: Thursday, February 13 | open house from 12-6 p.m.
Where: Scribble Lady
Cost: The event is free, but tickets are limited. You can purchase a donation ticket if you are able to help support other events for the community.
Galentine's Day Floral Design Workshop
Enjoy the view from the cozy, character-filled top floor of the Synclaire, sip on wine + mocktails, and snack on tasty treats from Moonrise Cafe while learning our Love Always signature wildflower arranging style from professional florists at this Floral Design Workshop.
When: Thursday, February 13 | 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Synclaire Events Venue
Cost: Tickets are $95
We hope this list helps you find the perfect place to go out and enjoy the love in the air! If none of these things are the types of Valentine's Day events you'd like to be doing, try building your own itinerary for the weekend, or check out our date ideas for every season.
