The day to celebrate love is almost here, and if you’re not down to just drink and dine this Valentine’s Day (or want to add something more to date night), there are plenty of other fun things to do.
Whether you’re looking for a fun activity with your SO, a night out with the gals, something for the kids, or a gift that’ll stand out, we’ve got it all. Here are all the things to do in Milwaukee for Valentine’s Day.
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Something for Date Night
Valentine’s Day falls on a Saturday, so date night is a given. Make it an extra-special one.
Cameron Webb and His Soul Revue
THE ESTATE, 2423 N. MURRAY AVE.
Feb. 12 through 14 at The Estate, experience an enchanting evening filled with the soulful melodies of vintage love songs. Cameron Webb, frontman of Estate favorite Marquee and the Moonlighters, and a dynamic ensemble of musicians will deliver songs by the likes of Marvin Gaye, Barry White, Al Green and Sam Cooke.
Information and tickets on The Estate website.
Romancing the Stars: Valentine Star Gazing
MILWAUKEE PUBLIC MUSEUM, 800 W. WELLS ST.
Lovers of MPM, this is the last Valentine’s Day in the old space before the museum moves to its new location in 2027. For a Valentine’s date night that’s out of this world, the Daniel M. Soref Planetarium invites you to take a romantic tour of the universe, complete with a red rose and box of chocolates. Add on a Love & Heartbreak adults-only tour to learn the science behind love. Available Feb. 13 and 14.
Tickets on the Milwaukee Public Museum website.
A Simply Swingin’ Valentine with the MSO
BRADLEY SYMPHONY CENTER, 212 W. WISCONSIN AVE.
Romantic standards sung by vocalist Steve Lippa and backed by the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra take center stage all Valentine’s weekend at the Bradley Symphony Center. On the roster: songs made timeless by Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett and more. It’s sure to be a nostalgic, toe-tapping and unforgettable evening. You have three chances to catch it: Feb. 13 and 14 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb 15 at 2:30 p.m..
Information and tickets on the Milwaukee Symphony website.
Something Kinda Quirky
From a frisky drawing workshop to a mass vow renewal to a day at a punk rock rummage sale – dare to do V-Day differently this year.
Drawing Workshop with Radillustrates
TOOTH & NAIL, 2018 S. 1ST ST., SUITE 308
Perfect for singles, pals or couples, this wild and spicy adult-only drawing workshop is open to all skill levels – as long as you’re into sketching famous hunks, bodacious babes and all-around romantic content. Held at Tooth & Nail Studio and Gallery on Feb. 14, tickets are $35 per person, ages 18+.
Tickets on the Tooth & Nail website.
Mass Vow Renewal & First Dance
LAKEFRONT BREWERY, 1872 N. COMMERCE ST.
In addition to ten-minute wedding ceremonies for $30 in their decorated “Lakefront Chapel,” Lakefront Brewery is celebrating Valentine’s Day with mass vow renewals at 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Feb. 14, followed by a first dance for all couples in the Beer Hall who are interested. No reservations or tickets required.
Information on the Lakefront Brewery website.
Punk Rock Rummage: Valentine’s Day Sale
X-RAY ARCADE, 5036 S. PACKARD AVE., CUDAHY
18 vendors selling everything from weird tchotchkes to creepy-cool crochet, vinyl records to vintage clothing, upcycled trinkets to recycled wearables – all that and more awaits you at the Punk Rock Rummage at X-Ray Arcade. Plus: DJs all day, a 50/50 raffle and food and drink specials. $2 early bird entry at 11 a.m., no cover from noon to 3 p.m.
Information on Facebook.
Something Active
Whether you’re running around the arcade, gliding across Olympic ice or testing your strength at partner yoga, activities often make for unforgettable dates.
Partner Yoga at Adventure Rock WKP
613 S. 2ND ST.
Start stretching for a Valentine’s edition of partner yoga on Feb. 13 at Adventure Rock in Walker’s Point. In this two-hour session, you’ll take time to center and explore asanas for two. No experience necessary – just an openness to try something new and enjoy good vibes. Tickets are $45 per pair.
Information and tickets on Facebook.
Public Skating at the Pettit
PETTIT NATIONAL ICE CENTER, 500 S. 84TH ST.
Channel your inner ice dancing duo with a skating date at the Petit Center. On Feb. 14, lace up your skates for public skating between 12:30 and 9 p.m.
Information and pricing on the Pettit Center website.
Up-Down
615 E. BRADY ST.
Nothing beats just having fun together, and where better than Up-Down arcade bar? From Feb. 13 to 15, snag Up-Down’s Valentine’s special: 6 domestic tallboys, 80 tokens, an Up-Down fanny pack and a heart-shaped pizza – all for $40, no reservation required. Must be 21+.
Information on Facebook.
Something for the Galentines
What a girl wants: A night out with friends, 20% off romance novels, flash tattoos, Taylor Swift on repeat and love-bombing women-owned businesses all month long.
Be Mine Galentines at Camp Bar Shorewood
4044 N. OAKLAND AVE.
On Feb. 11, grab the girls for a Galentine’s Day celebration at Camp Bar Shorewood. Enjoy themed cocktails, permanent jewelry and build-your-own bouquets, starting from 7 p.m.
Information on Instagram.
Galentine’s Day Party at Wonderland Bookshop
4001 N. DOWNER AVE.
Love a little romance? This bookish party is your perfect match. Wonderland in Shorewood is hosting a romance book swap complete with trivia, refreshments and 20% off romance titles from 6 to 8 p.m. on Feb. 13.
Information and tickets on the Wonderland website.
Galentine’s with Outlaw Oyster
CRAFTY COW IN BAY VIEW AND WAUWATOSA
If you love love, you’re invited: On Feb. 11 in Bay View and Feb. 12 in Tosa, come out to Crafty Cow and Outlaw Oyster. Go a little wild with permanent jewelry by Kismet and flash tattoos from Makana Tattoos, plus live music, a raffle by Well Read Damsel and meal deals.
Information on Facebook.
Love Bomb Punch Card
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
The owners of Ebb & Flow in Riverwest and Joy Ice Cream Social in Wauwatosa are teaming up for a month-long Love Bomb of women-owned businesses. This is a chance to show 28 local businesses you love them! How it works: Grab a punch card and visit ten businesses from the list by the end of February. Return your punch card to Ebb & Flow or Joy Ice Cream for your chance to win prizes.
Information and Love Bomb participants list on Instagram.
Taylor Swift Galentine’s Brunch at Oak Barrel Public House
1033 N. DOCTOR M.L.K. JR. DR.
Bask in the “Life of a Showgirl” with your besties at a Taylor Swift themed brunch at Oak Barrel Public House. Expect themed drinks and glittery cocktails, Eras-inspired brunch specials, goodie bags, photo ops and a playlist that’s 100% Swiftie approved. Feb. 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Reservations on the Oak Barrel Public House website.
Something for The Fam
Show your little ones some love with a fun February outing. Tea parties, hot cocoa, and K-Pop dance parties are on the itinerary.
Cocoa Crawl
N58W6194 COLUMBIA RD., CEDARBURG
On Feb. 14, make a cozy day of it in Cedarburg with family and friends. The first 150 adults and kids will receive a cocoa tasting at up-to six local businesses, a coffee mug, a 12-oz. jar of hot cocoa mix and mini marshmallows, entry into a gift basket drawing and more goodies and giveaways from local businesses.
Information and registration here.
Kid Boogie Down: K-Pop Edition
THE COOPERAGE, 822 S. WATER ST.
A family-friendly dance party that’s a tribute to K-Pop? You know it’s gonna be, gonna be golden. A live music/video show by DJ Lukewarm, bubbles, lasers and cotton candy by Sugar Spun will take over The Cooperage from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Feb. 14.
Tickets available on Eventbrite.
Valentine’s High Tea at the INN
THE INN, 110 COTTONWOOD AVE., HARTLAND
It’s sure to be a sweet start to Valentine’s week with a trip to lake country. At The INN in Hartland on Feb. 7 from noon to 3 p.m., bring your little love – daughter, granddaughter, niece – for a joyful afternoon of tea, light bites, desserts, flower arranging by Avant Garden, and hair tinsel and fashion by Neon Mini.
Registration and information on The INN website.
Something for the Animal Lovers
If your pets hold the key to your heart, these events show some love to these furry friends.
Feel the Love with Cats at Large
BLACK HUSKY BREWING, 909 E. LOCUST ST.
Cat lovers, this one’s for you. On Feb.15 from 1 to 4 p.m., come out to Black Husky for a Valentine Party & Cat Food and Supply Drive. For the party, there will be a Kissing/Hissing Booth, 50/50 raffle and adoptable cats for you to meet. For the supply drive, Cats at Large will collect cat food and essential supplies. It’s a purr-fect way to spread a little feline love.
Information on Facebook.
I Woof You! with Off Leash Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE BREWING COMPANY, 2335 S. KINNICKINNIC AVE.
Tails will be wagging on Feb. 14 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Milwaukee Brewing Company. Meet adoptable dogs and stop by the kissing booth for some sweet puppy smooches and fun photos. All proceeds benefit the Milwaukee Pet Project.
Information on Instagram.
Something Giftable
When your Valentine says gifts are their love language, you’d best deliver. Here are some local businesses putting a new spin on the traditional flowers-and-chocolates.
Colectivo Coffee & Boco Flower Bundle
COLECTIVO HUMBOLDT CAFÉ, 2999 N. HUMBOLDT BLVD.
Pre-order flowers for pick-up at Colectivo on Humboldt to make Valentine’s Day sweet and easy. Your pre-order includes a token redeemable for your Valentine’s favorite coffee or latte (up to an $8 value) and your choice of fresh cut flowers or a mini orchid plant. Pick them up together in an adorable to-go container and win the morning. Pre-orders close Feb. 11; pick-ups Feb. 14 from 7 a.m. to noon.
Pre-order on The Botanical Collective website.
Heart-Shaped Charcuterie
BLEU SHEEP CHARCUTERIE, 5820 S. PACKARD AVE., CUDAHY
Forget the box of chocolates – charcuterie is the way to your Valentine’s heart. Heart-shaped charcuterie boards are available in three sizes, and Bleu Sheep Charcuterie offers pick-ups Fridays 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. They also deliver for $2/mile from their headquarters at Market30 in Cudahy.
Information and orders on the Bleu Sheep website.
