10 fun Valentine's date night ideas to check out in Vancouver
Romance is in the air, so it’s time to invite that special someone on a fun date night around the city.
From Love Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge to a candlelit concert, here are 10 events to check out this Valentine’s season in Vancouver. Those who are flying solo are also very welcome to join the fun!
And for more fun things happening around town, be sure to check out our Listed section.
Love Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
Capilano Suspension Bridge
What: The most romantic month of the year is here, and you can take your next date night to great heights with the return of Capilano Bridge’s Love Lights.
Valentine’s Day-themed lights will transform the park into a pink paradise until February 23, and romantics of all ages are welcome.
Bring your favourite people to enjoy the glow of the suspension bridge, several sparkling photo opportunities, and special activities for the season of love.
When: Now until February 23, 2025
Time: 10 am to 8 pm (until 9 pm from February 13 to 16)
Where: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park – 3735 Capilano Road, North Vancouver
Tickets: Available online
Candlelight: Valentine’s Day Special
What: Fever’s Candlelight is celebrating Valentine’s Day with a pair of romantic concerts this month. On February 14 and 15, fall in love with a special Valentine’s Day Classical Romance event showcasing music by Puccini, Tchaikovsky, Debussy, and more.
When: February 14 and 15, 2025
Time: 6:30 pm
Where: Kerrisdale Presbyterian Church – 2733 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver
Cost: Starting at $40 and $53, purchase online
Hot Chocolate Festival 2025
What: The 15th annual Hot Chocolate Fest is returning once again this year. Enjoy tasty and unique hot chocolate creations from numerous spots in and around Vancouver. This year, there are 180 different flavours to try.
When: Now until February 14
Where: Participating restaurants and cafes in and around Vancouver
Single, Not Single at The Improv Centre
The Improv Centre
What: The Improv Centre on Granville Island is celebrating Valentine’s all month long with Single, Not Single each Friday and Saturday night from February 7 to 28.
Whether you’re flying solo, in a dynamic duo, throuple, or none of the above, you’ll enjoy the comedians’ exploration of the ups and downs of relationships and singlehood.
When: Friday and Saturday nights from February 7 to 28, 2025
Time: 9:30 pm
Where: The Improv Centre — 1502 Duranleau Street, Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
Tamasha Valentines Edition
What: Tamasha is throwing a huge Valentine’s party at Hollywood Theatre. The thrilling, audio-visual dance experience features residents Raytrix, Shalv, and Surbee spinning love songs, Sufi hits, and Bollywood classics.
When: February 14, 2025
Time: 9:30 pm to 2 am
Where: Hollywood Theatre — 3123 West Broadway, Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
Jazz at the ‘Bolt
What: Cory Weeds hosts the fifth annual Jazz at the ‘Bolt, where local and international artists take over the Shadbolt Centre in Burnaby for an entire weekend of amazing live music.
When: February 14 to 16, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Shadbolt Centre for the Arts – 6450 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby
Cost: Various prices, purchase online
Burlesque Duos at the Rio Theatre
What: Burlesque Duos is an annual East Vancouver Valentine’s Day tradition that celebrates partnership and creativity on the day of love. The event pairs up renowned burlesque dancers to perform memorable duets at the Rio Theatre.
Starring Gigi LaVande and Honey Bee, April O’Peel and Homo Hardware, Diva the Violet Femme and Miss Kiss, and Vita Devour and Arabella Boop. Hosted by Ella Lamoureux and Gia Sangria.
When: February 14, 2025
Time: 8 pm
Where: Rio Theatre — 1660 E Broadway, Vancouver
Cost: Starting at $30 online, $35 at the door, purchase online
Sinners
Metro Theatre
What: Metro Theatre presents Sinners by Canadian playwright Norm Foster. The play tells the story of a furniture store owner having an affair with the local minister’s wife. The complication arises when the minister arrives home unannounced, and soon, the local police, parishioners, and the women’s auxiliary are swept up in the chaos.
When: Now until February 15, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Metro Theatre – 1370 Marine Drive SW, Vancouver
Tickets: $37 to $42, purchase online
Valentine’s Comedy with Jokers Canada
What: Jokers Canada is a travelling comedy club that showcases professional and hilarious stand-ups all over Vancouver. Laugh your way into love with special Valentine’s Day comedy shows at BMO Theatre Centre and Michael J Fox Theatre.
Featuring acclaimed comics that have performed at Just For Laughs and Winnipeg Comedy Festival, on CW and the CBC, and more.
When: February 14 and 15, 2025
Time: 7 pm (Vancouver), 8:30 pm (Burnaby)
Where: Newmont Stage at the BMO Theatre Centre — Arts Club Theatre Company, 162 W 1st Avenue #203, Vancouver (February 14); Michael J Fox Theatre — 7373 MacPherson Avenue, Burnaby (February 15)
Cost: Various prices, purchase online
Cosmic Valentine: A Space Love Story
What: H.R. MacMillan Space Centre invites you to blast off to Cosmic Valentine: A Space Love Story. There will be a Valentine’s trivia challenge, a planetarium show with live music, immersive presentations, drinks and appetizers, and more.
When: February 14, 2025
Time: 6 to 10:30 pm
Where: H.R. MacMillan Space Centre — 1100 Chestnut Street, Vancouver
Tickets: $40 plus fees, purchase online
Robson Square Ice Rink
What: Calling all whimsical winter lovers! The Robson Square Ice Rink is open for the new skating season and all ages are invited to hit the ice.
Located under the covered outdoor plaza at Robson Square, the rink operates seasonally when temperatures begin to dip. Skating is free, and those without skates can rent them on-site for a fee. Helmets are mandatory for anyone under the age of 12.
The downtown Vancouver wintry tradition will operate until the end of February.
When: Open daily until February 28, 2025
Time: 9 am to 9 pm
Where: Robson Square — 800 Robson Street, Vancouver; beneath Robson Street and Howe Street
Cost: Free for all ages if you bring your skates. Skate rentals are also available for a fee.