Celebrate Valentine’s Day With The Whole Family in Austin
**co-written by Addie Gross & Laura Standefer**
Do you like to get a babysitter and go on a date with just your spouse, or would you rather celebrate Valentine’s Day with the whole family in Austin? Maybe both? Here are some ideas if you want to celebrate with the kids too!
Celebrate Valentine’s Day With The Whole Family in Austin
All month long:
February Sweetheart Pass from Splash Shack: Valid thru 2/29: one free adult admission per pass, unlimited visits for $65.
Painting with A Twist has some super cute Valentine’s themed painting events that are so fun to do with kids or on a date night with your partner! Check out these locations and times: Southpark Meadows, North Austin, Cedar Park, Round Rock.
February 2
Parents Night Out at Figment Creative Labs from 6-9 p.m. Pizza and popcorn is included.
February 3
Home Depot Valentine’s Day workshop
Valentines Basket- Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last. February 3rd at 9am
February 4
Make a Valentine’s card for free at all Michael’s stores from 2-4 p.m.
February 8
Make a Card
Make a custom letterpress-printed Valentine’s card at Letterpress Play on Feb 8 from 1-4 p.m. Free coffee & sweets available as well.
February 9
Valentine’s Day Mini Photoshoot at Toybrary
$12 per child. Paid downloads available. Just drop in! February 9-10, 2024 at 10:30am-12:30pm
February 10
Lowe’s special Valentine’s day workshop
Your mini-DIYer will love this special Valentine’s workshop as the build a chalkboard that doubles as a vase. It’s the perfect way to say I Love You all year long. February 10th at 10am
Valentine’s Day Mini Photoshoot at Toybrary
$12 per child. Paid downloads available. Just drop in! February 9-10, 2024 at 10:30am-12:30pm
Valentine’s Family Fun Day- Original Pinballz
Kids Valentine’s Event (10am – Noon) – Price: $15 – Includes $10 game card and access to Creative Corner and the Heart Hunt scavenger race. February 10th at 10am
Valetintine’s Pop Up Market at Slow North
Join us at Slow North for our first Maker’s Pop-Up Market of the year! This event is a celebration of local craftsmanship and unique handmade goods. It’s a perfect opportunity to support small businesses and discover one-of-a-kind items. Additional Info: – Free Entry – Family-friendly event – Parking available on-site. February 10th 1pm-5pm
Clean Lady Bird Lake
Hello volunteers! Help Keep Austin Beautiful celebrate Valentine’s Day and give some extra LOVE to our wonderful Lady Bird Lake. On Saturday, February 10th, join our team in wearing your favorite (litter collecting-friendly) Valentine’s attire. Since 2009, Keep Austin Beautiful has organized large-scale cleanups of Lady Bird Lake every other month. We train volunteer leaders to conduct cleanups at multiple locations along the shoreline and on the water. We are looking forward to everyone joining us for cooler weather and participating in our Clean Lady Bird Lake program. Register here.
Valentine’s Skate at Ice & Field at The Crossover
8-10 p.m. Grab your skate buddy for this 2-for-1 deal because love and friendship is always better in pairs.💖
February 11
Valentine Making Workshop/Art & Yoga
Saplings Studio is having a Valentine’s making workshop on February 11 from 2-4 p.m. Register here.
A Valentine’s Day Workshop for Tiny Hearts: Necklaces and Puffy Love!
Create Studio ATX is having a workshop from 3-4:30 p.m. Ages 3-9 years old. $35, 2438 W Anderson Ln., Suite A-2, Austin.
February 12-18
Capy Valentine’s Day
Animal World and Snake Farm Zoo is having a Valentine’s Event. Start your day by writing your very own valentine for your favorite zoo resident. We know Joe, our fennec fox is waiting on notes from all his admirers! Next, watch as all our animals receive their valentines from our zoo staff! Have you ever seen a Hyena get a valentine? We promise Sniffs and Songa will not disappoint. Finally, make sure to stop by our kissing booth to get your picture with one of our featured animal sweethearts!
February 14
Valentine’s Story Time
Reading Wednesday at Letterpress Play on Valentine’s Day at 11:30 a.m. Free story time with two heartwarming children’s stories that capture the spirit of Valentine’s Day. After the stories, join us for a Valentine’s Day-themed paper toy craft activity, filled with creativity and fun! It’s the perfect opportunity for your little ones to enjoy a delightful outing, discover new stories, and express their creativity. Let’s kick off Valentine’s Day with the magic of storytelling together! No reservations required—come and join us for a memorable Valentine’s Day celebration!
Inflatable Wonderland
Valentines Day Craft Extravaganza from 4-7 p.m. Buy one admission, get one free! Get ready for a crafting extravaganza in the inflatable wonderland!🎨✨✨ Join us for an upcoming Valentine’s craft session filled with creativity and bouncy fun.
Camp Out
Valentine’s Day at Camp Out- specials like 1/2 off wine, hot sangria, and a special valentine cocktail! The best part….A FREE SMORES BAR from 6pm – 8pm while supplies last. They have a great playground for the kids!
Free Mini Golf!
Free Mini Golf at Austin’s from 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. 16231 H-35, Pflugerville
Esports Cave- The Crossover
The Esports Cave is offering a special buy one get one (BOGO) offer for Valentine’s Day. Wednesday Feb. 14th
Parents Night Out
Parents’ night out at WorkCastle for a carefree evening with friends, while kids enjoy festive magic with our experienced team. Prepare for fun and excitement! $75 for 4 hours of drop-off time (til 10 p.m.)
More Ideas
Painting with a Twist
They have cute family-friendly painting sessions that you can do with your kid. Check out their many locations and painting options.
See a Play!
The Zach Theatre is showing The Little Mermaid through March 3, 2024.
Park Picnic
We love to pick up treats from a local bakery or even order a charcuterie board and have a picnic at a local park! Last year we got cookies from Quack’s 43rd Street Bakery (411 E 43rd St, Austin) and brought them over to Shipe Park (4400 Avenue G, Austin).
Some other fun places to picnic around Austin are the big hill at Little Stacy Park, under the gazebo at Springwoods Park, or visit the animals at Sweet Eats Fruit Farm!
The Color Pink!
There are a few places around town where you can surround yourself in the color pink! Try The Museum of Ice Cream, Revival Coffee, and Taquero Mucho.
You can also drive a pink retro boat (the Gidget!) from Retro Boat Rentals and cruise along Town Lake in style. They have day time or sunset rides available.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day With The Whole Family in Austin
Murals
Obviously, the I Love You So Much mural on the side of Jo’s Coffee on South Congress is the perfect backdrop for a Valentine’s Day photo-op.
H Mart
One of the most fun things you can do as a family is hang out at H Mart! They have so much to do, even for kids. Play in the arcade, browse the boutiques, stroll through the grocery store (they have kid-size carts). Let the kids pick out a random piece of produce they’ve never tried. Then when you’ve worked up a big appetite, head over to their amazing food court. Don’t forget the bakery and rolled ice cream for dessert. Oh, and if you’re in the market for new blinds, they have those too.
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