Did you score a babysitter for Valentine’s Day and are looking for something to do to celebrate? Here are fourteen things you should check out for Valentine’s Day in Indianapolis!
1. Skyline Club
If you want to get a little extra fancy, and would love to enjoy a beautiful view of downtown Indianapolis, get your tickets for the Sweetheart Jazz Brunch at the Skyline Club on Friday, February 14th at 11:00 am. From the event page, “Celebrate love with us, 36 floors above the city, at our spectacular Valentine’s Day Brunch. Indulge in a lavish spread of brunch favorites, sip on bottomless mimosas, and soak in breathtaking views. The romantic ambiance will come alive with the soulful sounds of Beatty & The Bayonets setting the perfect tone for your celebration.”
2. White Castle
Now hear me out. If you haven’t heard of a White Castle fine dining experience, I am about to educate you. Though it is a bit of a unique experience on Valentine’s Day, they really do it up! Click on the White Castle website to “find a castle” and book your table, or book on OpenTable for a 4:00-9:00 pm seating. You will experience hostess seating and tableside service, as well as Valentine’s decorations. Love will be in the air at White Castle!
3. Peace Water Winery
4. Painting with a Twist
Have a creative date night, or fun girls night, at Painting with a Twist! They are located in Carmel and Indianapolis, and both locations have full calendars with multiple nights of fun Valentine’s themed paintings for you. This one looks right up my alley. Taking bets on whether I can get my husband to do this with me or not…
5. Urban Vines Winery and Brewery
Reserve a see-through heated igloo and spend time “outdoors” in the winery with a glass of one of their award-winning wines. The igloos can be rented for 2 hours at a time. Check out the Urban Vines website for booking and reservations or call the winery at 317-763-0678.
6. Pride & Prejudice at The Tarkington
This isn’t your grandmother’s Austen! Head to the Civic Theatre from February 7th to 22nd to watch Pride & Prejudice. From the event website, “The outspoken Lizzy Bennet is determined to never marry, despite mounting pressure from society. But can she resist love, especially when that vaguely handsome, mildly amusing, and impossibly aggravating Mr. Darcy keeps popping up at every turn?! Literature’s greatest tale of latent love has never felt so theatrical, or so full of life than it does in this effervescent adaptation. Because what turns us into greater fools…than the high-stakes game of love?” Check the website for show times and how to get your tickets.
7. The Rathskeller’s Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance
The Rathskeller will throw their annual Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance on Friday, February 14th from 6:00-11:00 pm. The night includes a three-course meal! You also get to see a live performance by The First Time Caller band. Call them at 317.636.0396 to or go to the event page to purchase your tickets for a fun night out.
8. Be My Valentine 5K
If you and your valentine are runners, celebrate your love for eachother and fitness during the Be My Valentine 5K on Saturday, February 8th at 10:00 am. Head to the National Institute for Fitness and Sport at White River State Park where the race starts and ends. Once you finish, you can get a “You Spin Me Right Round Baby Right Round” heart medal! Click here for more information on the event.
9. Charcuterie Board Date Night
This one pretty much explains itself. Check out our round-up of local charcuterie businesses to order from to have an intimate date night with your Valentine. And if you are unable to find a sitter and have little ones running around causing havoc while you’re on your date, so be it. At least you have fancy cheeses and meats!
10. Scottish Rite Cathedral
Candlelight: Valentine’s Day Special is coming to the Scottish Rite Cathedral for the Valentine’s season. On Friday, February 14th at 8:45 pm, the show will feature songs by Elton John, the Righteous Brothers, Barbra Streisand, and Celine Dion. You and your valentine will truly enjoy this live, multi-sensory musical experience.
11. The Nickel Plate Express
All aboard for Valentine’s Day 2025! Take a romantic 90-minute round-trip excursion through Hamilton County on the Valentine’s Day Express! Limited tickets are available for Friday, February 14th and Saturday, February 15th with multiple seating options for you and your special someone.
12. Garfield Park Arts Center
The Garfield Park Arts Center has two upcoming events for Valentine’s Day that you won’t want to miss! The first event is family-friendly, where you can create Valentine’s Day-themed cards from recycled materials. The Recycled Valentines Cards is on Tuesday, February 11th from 10:00-11:00 am. And the Sweets for Your Sweetie event is on Friday, February 14th at 6:00, 7:00, and 8:00 pm. Registration is required for this romantic night with your valentine. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with treats from the tropics while enjoying a candlelit romantic atmosphere in the Conservatory.
13. White Rabbit Cabaret
If you are looking to be a bit more risque this Valentine’s Day, check out the White Rabbit Cabaret for an evening of striptease fun. Check out their event page to purchase tickets for their Burlesque Bingo Bango Show on Saturday, February 8th 9:00 pm – it will be a unique date night you won’t forget.
14. Netflix and Chill
Seriously, if you have a babysitter, lock yourself up in your room with some good takeout, make the sitter put the kids to bed and relax for a couple of hours, and don’t feel guilty about it. Ever.