It’s Valentine’s Day weekend, so most of this weekend’s events are, you guessed it, Valentine’s Day themed.
Whether you’re planning a Galentine’s night out with DJs and sweet treats, getting crafty with cocktails, a single wanting to mingle at a speed dating beer fest or cheering on the Cyclones during Miracle on Ice Night, there’s something for every vibe.
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Galentine’s Day at The Gatherall ft. DJ Ruze
Friday, Feb. 13, from 6 to 9 p.m. at The Gatherall (2750 Park Ave., Norwood)
Galentine’s Day at The Gatherall brings music, sweet treats and girls’ night energy. This event will offer Sugar Thorn Sweets, portraits, Wonderlust Book Bazaar with blind date with a book, permanent jewelry and DJ Ruze sets the vibe all night.
Neat & crafted: A Valentine’s eve craft night
Friday, Feb. 13, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The Aquifer Tasting Room at New Riff (24 Distillery Way, Newport)
Sip, stitch and paint at New Riff’s Valentine’s Eve craft night. New Riff is hosting kreativstudio.co for an evening of cocktails and crafts. Kick off the night with a welcome cocktail, paint your own rocks glass and embroider a Valentine’s card. The night will wrap up with a whisky toast.
Cyclones v. Walleye | Miracle On Ice night
Friday, Feb. 13, at 7:30 p.m. at Heritage Bank Center (100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Downtown)
Commemorative jerseys, cheap eats and Cyclones hockey headline Miracle on Ice Night. Celebrate the 45th anniversary of the iconic “Miracle on Ice” with special promotions including commemorative jerseys, $5 craft drafts and seltzers, $1 popcorn and $3 burgers.
Speed dating and “We Love Beer Festival” for singles ages 25-45
Saturday, Feb. 14, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at The Upstairs (3715 Madison Road, Cincinnati, Downtown)
Meet your match over a pint at this speed dating beer fest for singles. This experience combines speed dating with a beer festival, so you can meet new people and enjoy great brews. If you do not drink alcohol and do not want to participate in the beer festival, use code “DD” for a designated driver discounted ticket.
Valentine’s paint and sip in Northside: Paint your own heart canvas at Urban Artifact
Friday, Feb. 13, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Urban Artifact (1660 Blue Rock St., Cincinnati, Northside)
Get creative with brews and brushes at Urban Artifact’s Valentine’s workshop. Create a guided, step-by-step painting and follow along with an instructor to create a Valentine-themed design, “Love on the Lake.” Or design your own canvas. Go wild with lettering, patterns, color blends or your own original idea.
Cupid’s market: Valentine’s Day vendor fair
Saturday, Feb. 14, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at The Westside Venue (3721 Harrison Ave., Cheviot)
Shop unique gifts from local vendors, enjoy music and food, enter to win raffle prizes, all with free admission.
President’s Day weekend dock sale at IKEA
Saturday, Feb. 14, from 10 a.m.to 8 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 15, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Monday, Feb. 16, from 10 a.m.to 8 p.m. at IKEA (9500 Ikea Way, West Chester)
Deal hunters can snag deep discounts at IKEA’s warehouse dock sale. Visit the IKEA dock in the warehouse and receive up to 75% off select items, including furniture, décor and other items.
Sweet & savory stroll: Mardi Gras edition
Sunday, Feb. 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Findlay Market (1801 Race St., Cincinnati, Over The Rhine)
This year’s sweet & savory stroll combines Valentine’s Day with Mardi Gras. Guests will sample sweet-and-salty dishes alongside Mardi Gras classics like king cake, gumbo, beignets and more.
Midwest menace Valentine’s drag brunch
Sunday, Feb. 15, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Comet (4579 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, Northside)
Queen City’s drag entertainers take the stage, and music is spun by DJ Pierce Collie at this Valentine’s Day-themed brunch. Doors open at 11 a.m., showtime starts at 11:30 a.m., with no cover.
Galentine’s party disco brunch
Sunday, Feb. 15, from noon t0 3 p.m. at Wiedemann Brewery & Taproom (4811 Vine St, Cincinnati, Northside)
Grab your girls, Wiedemann Brewery is hosting its first annual Galentine’s Party. Enjoy music by DJ Lady Slay and Valentine’s Day-themed brunch food specials and cocktails.