Feb. 5
Galentine’s Day
Galentine’s Day hits Downtown Brighton as Main Street hosts an evening of shopping, dining and fun.
Downtown Brighton
Feb. 7
Galentine’s Day
More than 25 local establishments will be offering specials, deals, giveaways and a passport-style crawl to collect stickers for a chance to win a giant gift basket.
Downtown Ann Arbor
Chocolate Extravaganza 2026
The Chocolate Extravaganza returns to Chelsea for a day of chocolate-themed sales, treats, demos, a vendor market, cocoa crawl and more.
Downtown Chelsea
Galentine’s Brunch at the Village Arts Factory
Grab your best gals for a cozy-yet-glam Galentine’s Day celebration featuring vintage photo moments, a hands-on perfume-making experience and indulgent waffles and mimosas. Ticketed.
Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd., Canton
Speed Dating at Ypsi Cocktail Club
Singles can catch an IRL vibe at the Ypsi Cocktail Club during a lively speed-mingling event where Ypsilanti’s finest available cuties meet face-to-face over drinks, with welcoming vibes for all identities. Ticketed.
Ypsi Cocktail Club, 102 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti
Feb. 9
Rock Solid Love: Connecting the Gem Within with Jen Kramer & SEL RO CKS
Celebrate love and connection by creating a heart-shaped pebble canvas.
Crazy Wisdom, 114 S Main St.
Feb. 11
A Galentine’s Crafting Social
Celebrate Galentine’s Day with a cozy crafting social featuring pressed-flower botanical frames, guided instruction, booze-free mocktails and a love-note card station. Ticketed.
Yours Truly Event Venue, 114 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti
Feb. 12
Happy Hour: Aspects of Love Cabaret
Enjoy a free happy hour concert with singer Jeffrey Willets and accompanist Lois J. Kaarre as they explore different “Aspects of Love” through popular, classical and Broadway favorites.
North Star Lounge, 301 N. 5th Ave.
Vines to Valentines Dinner & Wine Pairing Event
Enjoy a cozy evening of thoughtfully paired wines and a curated dinner. Ticketed.
Social Vines Vineyard & Winery, 6620 Dexter Ann Arbor Rd., Dexter
XOXO: Love on Downtown
XOXO: Love on Downtown is a playful, all-ages stroll through Downtown Saline featuring fun “Downtown Dares,” passport stamps and chances to win curated gift baskets.
Downtown Saline
Feb. 13
The Love Factory: Valentines by You!
Celebrate Valentine’s Eve with a creative night crafting one-of-a-kind valentines alongside local Ypsi artists.
Corner Brewery, 720 Norris St., Ypsilanti
Vinegar Valentines
Valentine’s Day isn’t always sweet. Explore the Clements Library’s collection of sharp-tongued “Vinegar Valentines” alongside archival stories of heartbreak that reveal a more sarcastic side of the holiday.
William L. Clements Library, 909 S. University Ave.
Galentine’s Night at The Reserve Event Center
Enjoy an easy evening with friends featuring wine, charcuterie, permanent jewelry, a touch of wellness and plenty of time to slow down and savor the moment. Ticketed.
The Reserve Event Center, 2345 Equus Hills Dr., Pinckney
Spread the Love: Buttercream Cookie Workshop
Join Bake-Ry for a Buttercream Cookie Workshop where you’ll decorate six cookies, and enjoy treats and drinks.
Musgrove + Company, 135 E. Chicago Blvd., Tecumseh
Galentine’s Wine Dinner
Grab your amigas for a festive Galentine’s night in Aventura’s wine cellar featuring rosé cava and a seven-course Spanish tasting with shared plates. Ticketed.
Aventura, 216 W. Washington St.
Feb. 14
Valentine’s Day Brunch
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a festive brunch at Lake Forest Golf Club; open to all. Reservations are required.
Lake Forest Golf Club, 3110 W. Ellsworth Rd., Ann Arbor
Victorian Valentine Tea
Enjoy an elegant traditional tea with sweet and savory treats; period attire welcome. Reservations are required.
Kempf House Museum, 312 S. Division St.
Valentine’s Day at Bløm
Indulge in a Fragola Forno bakery pop-up and build-your-own bouquet at Raindance Farm’s Flower Bar.
Bløm Meadworks, 100 S. 4th Ave.
Be Our Valentine—at Zingerman’s Greyline!
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Zingerman’s Greyline with a romantic three-course dinner. Ticketed.
Greyline – A Zingerman’s Event Space, 100 N. Ashley St.
Cocktail and Food Pairing Experience
The guided tasting pairs craft spirits with gourmet bites from 405 Hospitality in the historic Tasting Room, all accompanied by live jazz from The Doug Horn Trio. Ticketed.
Water Tower Distilling Co., 23 N. Washington St., Ypsilanti
Valentines Day Skate
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Veterans Ice Arena in Ann Arbor with a festive skate session perfect for couples, friends, or family to enjoy some fun on the ice.
Veterans Memorial Park, 2150 Jackson Ave.
XOXO: Valentine’s Day Party
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at XOXO with a festive night out. Come solo or with a date, dress to impress and compete for a cash prize in the Best Dressed Costume Contest.
Necto Nightclub, 516 E. Liberty St.
Lunar Love with Danny Koo: A Lunar New Year and Valentine’s Celebration
Violinist and vocalist Danny Koo presents a special Valentine’s Day and Lunar New Year concert featuring Prokofiev’s Romeo & Juliet Suite, Li Huanzhi’s Spring Festival Overture, and his own original arrangements. TIcketed.
Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty St.
Feb. 15
Cocktail Class: Shake Up Your Love Life
Celebrate Valentine’s season with an interactive, hands-on cocktail class featuring love-inspired drinks with flavors like cucumber, mint, passion fruit, chocolate and grapefruit. Ticketed.
The Last Word, 301 W. Huron St.
