Valentine’s Day is coming up, and if you’re looking for ideas on how to spend the special day, you’ve come to the right place. Kelowna offers plenty of ways to celebrate, whether you want an easy afternoon plan, a proper night out, or something in between. You can keep it simple or turn it into a full experience. Either way, there’s no shortage of good options.
Here are five Valentine’s Day ideas for you!
1. Start the Day With Something Different
If you like easing into Valentine’s Day instead of jumping straight to dinner, a morning event can be a nice change of pace.
This year, there’s a Valentine’s Morning of Bliss: Hot Stone Yoga + Wine & Cider Tasting happening on February 14 at the View Winery. The morning starts with a gentle hot stone yoga session, followed by a guided tasting of wine and artisanal ciders. It’s relaxing and a good option if you want a good start to the day.
2. Sip and Stroll With a Wine Event
If afternoon plans are more your style, wine events around Valentine’s Day are always a solid choice in Kelowna.
If you’d rather make the afternoon part of the celebration, the annual Sip with Your Sweetheart on the Westside Wine Trail usually happens around Valentine’s Day (the first weekend of February). Several wineries come together for tastings, special pours, and a chance to enjoy Okanagan wines with your partner. It’s not right on February 14 this year, but it’s a nice prelude to the day and something to plan around if you want a longer weekend vibe.
Even outside of organized events, many wineries offer Valentine’s tastings, wine-and-charcuterie pairings, or candlelit pours around the holiday. A quick check with your favourite spots a few days ahead usually pays off.
3. Make Dinner Plans
Dinner is still a Valentine’s Day classic for a reason. Kelowna has plenty of restaurants that get this right. Roma Nord Bistro is a great option if your looking for some expectional italian food. If you’d rather keep things casual after dinner, grabbing a drink at places like Red Bird Brewing or BNA Brewing Kelowna works well for a second stop.
If you’re in the mood for something a little elevated, Oak + Cru, Kin & Folk, and Bouchons Bistro are all solid options with good food and a comfortable atmosphere.
For something more relaxed, Skinny Dukes or Waterfront Wines are easy places to settle in and enjoy the evening. Some couples stick with their favourite spot, like JOEY Kelowna, because familiarity can be just as nice as novelty.
It is worth it to make reservations on Valetines day as many places tend to fill up.
4. Catch a Show or Live Performance
If you want Valentine’s Day to feel like a proper night out, adding a show or performance can make all the difference.
If you want Valentine’s Day to feel like a real event, this year has a standout option.
Backyard Sessions: Red & Pink is back for its first festival of the year, turning Valentine’s Day into a winter dance party. The event takes place outdoors at Red Bird Brewing from 7pm to 11pm and leans fully into the season. Think fire pits, heaters, fire tables, and high-energy live music keeping things warm well into the night.
The headliner is Felix Cartal, one of Canada’s best-known electronic producers and DJs. He’s known for melodic, upbeat house music and has worked with artists like Kaskade, Lights, Tegan and Sara, and Rêve, along with earning multiple JUNO Awards for Best Dance Recording.
Beyond Valentine’s Day itself, venues like Mary Irwin Theatre and Prospera Place often have concerts or performances running through February. It’s worth checking schedules if you want to shape the evening around a shared experience.
5. Keep It Simple—but Thoughtful
Not every Valentine’s Day needs a reservation or a ticket.
A walk by the lake at sunset, a charcuterie board picked up on the way home, or sitting by a fire with a drink can be just as meaningful.
Want to Make It Easy?
If you’d rather skip the logistics and turn Valentine’s Day into a relaxed experience from start to finish, a guided wine tour is an easy option. Let someone else handle the driving and planning so you can focus on spending the day together.
If you want help picking the right wineries or timing things out, Vivid Wine Tours is a good place to start.
