VALENTINE'S DAY EVENTS & THINGS TO DO
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February 2026
Love is in the air in Lackawanna County! Whether expressing love with your sweetie, family, or friends or treating yourself, you'll find unique ideas for things to do on Valentine's Day in Scranton and throughout all of Lackawanna County. From celebrating with a weekend getaway, a romantic dinner, finding the perfect Valentine's Day gifts, or celebrating Galentine's Day, we have ideas for families, couples who stay in, those who go out, and everyone in between. Get ready for some wonderful Valentine’s Day ideas for family, friends, and couples!
10 Best Valentine's Day Date & Gift Ideas
Back to Top of ListWe've compiled some fresh and fun ideas to help you spoil your sweetie for Valentine's Day 2026.
1. Valentine's Day Dinner & Drinks
Elevate your Valentine’s Day with an unforgettable dining experience in Lackawanna County. Skip the kitchen stress and explore our list of 10 Date Night Restaurant Ideas to find the perfect spot. From cozy, candlelit dinners to lively venues serving creative cocktails, you’ll discover the ideal setting to celebrate love. Explore our area's top restaurants, book your table now, and create memories to savor forever!
💘 February 1-21 – Love Shack Pop-Up Bar
🎹 February 13 – Dueling Pianos & Dinner
🍷 February 13 – Wine Experience Dinner
❤️ February 14 – Valentine's Day Party
💖 February 14 – Valentine's Dinner
🎸 February 14 – The Fabulous 45s Valentine Dinner & Dance
2. Heart-Shaped Pizzas
This Valentine’s Day, surprise your loved ones with a heart-shaped pizza from one of Lackawanna County’s local pizzerias. Perfect for a romantic dinner, family celebration, or fun Galentine’s night, these festive creations add a cheesy, heartwarming touch to your day. Explore our list of pizzerias offering heart-shaped pizzas and order yours today!
3. Blooming With Love
Make Valentine’s Day unforgettable with a stunning bouquet from one of Lackawanna County’s talented florists. From classic red roses to creative floral arrangements, our local flower shops offer something for every style and budget. Surprise your loved one with fresh, hand-crafted blooms and show your affection with the beauty of nature. Explore our list of local florists and find the perfect flowers to make their day extra special!
4. Chocolates & Sweets
Show your appreciation for your loved ones with delicious chocolates, candies, pastries, and desserts! Satisfy their sweet tooth craving with these popular local shops.
5. Valentine's Day Escapes
Snuggle up with your sweetie at a romantic overnight stay! Lackawanna County's hotels provide great destinations for couples to celebrate Valentine's Day.
🏩 Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton
🏩 Hilton Scranton & Conference Center
6. Shop the Perfect Gift
Explore Lackawanna County's unique boutiques and jewelry stores to find personalized Valentine's Day gifts for her. Our area's sporting goods stores, shops and malls, and attractions offer products and gift cards that are perfect Valentine's Day gifts for men. Don't forget to treat yourself to something special, too!
7. Wine Tasting
Valentine's Day calls for wine! Take your special someone on a delicious wine-tasting experience while touring the Lackawanna Country Wine Trail.
Wine tasting is also a go-to Galentine's Day celebration!
🍷 February 13 – Wine Experience Dinner
8. Pamper & Relax
Treat the mind, body, and spirit. From mindfulness and meditation to energizing escapes and everything in between, our area's spas, salons, massage therapy, and nutrition centers are the perfect spot for pampering your loved ones and yourself!
🍫 February 6 – Chakras & Chocolate: Yoga + Farm To Table
🧘♀️ February 14 – Besties at the Barre
🧘♀️ February 14 – Valentine's Day Yoga
9. Nightlife & Entertainment
This Valentine's Day, turn up the fun with Lackawanna County’s vibrant nightlife scene. Laugh the night away at a comedy show, enjoy live performances, or dance together at one of our lively venues.
10. Arts & Crafts
Get creative! Create a piece of art using a variety of media to commemorate your friendships and relationships with your loved ones.
✨ BONUS: Garden of Hearts
Love is in full bloom in Scranton! Over 2,000 handcrafted valentines are being created and “planted” for free under the direction of Garden of Cedar's president, Frank Dubas. For 2026, the display moves to a new location—the front lawn of the Everhart Museum at Nay Aug Park. These heartfelt Valentines will be "in season" through the end of February, so don't miss your chance to capture a picture‑perfect moment.
Galentine's Day Events
Back to Top of ListTop Galentine’s Day Events & Girls’ Getaway Ideas in Lackawanna County
Galentine’s Day isn’t just a trend—it’s a full‑on tradition! This year, 2026, brings a variety of creative…
Kids' Valentine's Day Events
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Give your kids a memorable Valentine's Day experience with a family-friendly event!
⛳️ February 1 – Family Mini Golf
🍿 February 4 – $1 Coca-Cola Movie Series
👾 February 6 – Family Fun Friday
🎟 February 7 – Archbald Borough Winter Carnival
🩰 February 8 – Swan Lake
👾 February 13 – Family Fun Friday
💖 February 14 – Besties Before The Resties
🎆 February 14 – Presidents' Day Fireworks Celebration and Torchlight Parade
❄️ February 14 – Winterfest
All Valentine's Day Events
Back to Top of ListSee below for upcoming Valentine's Day-themed events. Be sure to check our full calendar of events for other fun activities!
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