Valentine’s Day is classically reserved for romantic couples, but each year we see more friends, families, and coworkers setting aside time to celebrate togetherness during this holiday of hearts.
Whether you’re planning an outing or a cozy night in with your spouse, best girlfriends, bros, siblings, mom, or favorite coworkers, we’ve gathered a few local ideas to inspire you. Some events require tickets and may sell out quickly, so we recommend planning ahead. If you attend any of these events (or plan a night in using our suggestions), be sure to tag us on Instagram; we’d love to fill our stories with love this month.
Looking for an outing?
Pressed Flower Frame Workshop
Hosted by: Beautified Finds
Where: The Filling Station Goods & Gifts
When: February 5 | 6–8 pm
For: Couples, friends, or family
Create and learn the art of pressed flowers by making an 8×8 framed piece that you can keep or gift to a loved one.
Tickets.
Valentine’s Dinner & Mug Making
Where: Provisions and Vallejo Clay
When: February 14 | Mug Making at 4:30 pm | Dinner at 6 pm
For: Couples, friends, or family
Enjoy a four-course dinner with an optional wine pairing at Provisions, with the option to add a mug-making class at Vallejo Clay beforehand. Learn to make a mug from pre-rolled slabs of clay, add texture, and attach a handle—then head to dinner with your handmade piece in mind.
Tickets required: https://www.vtownprovisions.com/valentines-dinner
Valentine’s Night with Disney Magic
Where: Drift Benicia
When: February 14 | 3:30, 5, or 6:30 pm
For: Couples, friends, or family
Step into a playful, storybook-style evening inspired by the charm and whimsy of Lady and the Tramp. Enjoy homemade pasta with giant 10-foot noodles, classic meatballs, Caesar salad, and warm breadsticks—all served at a decorated table set against a dreamy recreation of the iconic alley scene. A live accordion player fills the air with nostalgic Italian melodies, bringing that cinematic sweetness to life.
Perfect for young couples, fun-loving partners, and families with little ones, this one-night-only event blends romance, laughter, and a touch of Disney-style wonder.
Tickets required: https://order.toasttab.com/online/drift-benicia-366-1st-street
Pretty in Pink Galentine’s Day Brunch
Where: Village 360 | 4949 Suisun Valley Rd, Fairfield
When: February 15 | 11 am–1 pm
For: Families with small children
Grab your besties or bring the whole family for a magical Galentine’s celebration at Village 360 Winery. Enjoy delicious treats, princess photo sessions, crafts, sparkles, and all things pink and red—designed to create unforgettable memories together.
Tickets required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pretty-in-pink-galentines-day-brunch-tickets-1978769654303?aff=oddtdtcreator
Broentine’s Brewery & Taproom Crawl
Where: Benicia, Vallejo, Mare Island
When: Whenever!
For: Best bros
Spend an afternoon hopping between your favorite breweries and taprooms, sampling beers and sharing appetizers along the way. End the night at a sports bar (our pick this month is Bottom of the Fifth) for dinner and whatever game is on.
Suggested stops: Bruehol Benicia Brewing, Mare Island Brewing Co., First Street Taphouse, Vallejo Brewing Company, Hopulent, and Coal Shed Brewery.
Want to plan a night in?
Host a “Favorite Things” Party
Invite a handful of friends over for bubbles and snacks. Each guest brings one of their favorite things—one for each attendee (for example, six copies of a favorite book if there are six guests). Exchange gifts so everyone leaves with a collection of their friends’ favorite things.
Muffins & Mimosas
Host friends for a mimosa bar and baked treats while working on a low-key craft like friendship bracelets, coloring pages, or building mini flower LEGO sets.
Punch Cards, Takeout & Movie Night
Invite friends over to make punch cards for New Year’s goals (for example, “Read 10 books,” “Take 12 yoga classes,” or “Complete 10 no-buy days”), order takeout from your favorite Benicia restaurant, and settle in for a classic romantic comedy.
Video Game Marathon
Host a Broentine’s Day video game marathon by breaking the night into short rounds: warm-up games like Mario Kart or Rocket League, a main competitive tournament (FIFA, Madden, 2K, or Smash Bros.), and chaotic crowd-pleasers like Jackbox or Gang Beasts. Create a simple bracket, add low-stakes challenges, keep food controller-safe (pizza, wings, snacks), and crown a very unserious champion at the end.
We hope you use this holiday as an opportunity to show a little extra love to your partners, friends, and family; and to spend meaningful time with the people who matter most.
