5 Things to Do in Atlanta for Valentine’s Day

5 Things to Do in Atlanta for Valentine’s Day

Looking for an extra-special way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your loved one? Here is a roundup of the best events to attend Valentine’s Day weekend, as well as local restaurants serving up holiday specials you will LOVE!

  1. Valentine's Day in the Garden

    July 17, 2015 - Atlanta, Ga: Atlanta Botanical Gardens July 17, 2015, in Atlanta. Photo by / JASON GETZ

Join Atlanta Botanical Gardens for a romantic night of music, delicious food and drinks, dancing and festive lighting at its Valentines in the Garden event. Guests can try authentic small bites from Japan, Argentina, India, the Caribbean and the Mediterranean with “dining passports.” Let your love take flight on the Great Lawn with hot air balloon rides, presented by Balloons Over Georgia or dance the night away to live music. The Garden will also be showing its exhibit, Orchard Daze: Beauty and Light, in the Fuqua Orchid Center. Tickets start at $80, and the event will run from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. on Valentine’s Day.

  1. Sips Under the Sea

Venture to the Georgia Aquarium this year for its 18+-only event, celebrating love and all things aquatic! Your ticket includes three drink tickets and access to the aquarium’s main galleries from 7 to 10 p.m. on February 14. Whether you spend the night watching the belugas arm-in-arm with your loved one or grooving to live music from DJ Princess Cut, you are sure to have a great time! Buy tickets here.

  1. Little Cupids at the Melting Pot

chocolate fondue at the Melting Pot for valentine's day

Want to celebrate the holiday with your little one? On February 8, the Melting Pot invites kids to eat for free with the purchase of an adult three-course meal. Stop by any time between noon to 3 p.m. for a mini date with your mini-me.

  1. Your 3rd Spot

valentine's day cocktails at Your 3rd Spot

In honor of Valentine’s Day, Your 3rd Spot has a fun-filled night planned for Atlanta couples with its First Date Magic: Two Hearts, One Spot event. From 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. on February 14, enjoy complimentary champagne and up to three hours of games and experiences, including a scavenger hunt and couples’ craft station. Choose from a selection of small plates and handcrafted cocktails as you grow closer to your loved one.

  1. Valentine’s Day Dinner at Miss Conduck

close up of coconut shrimp at Miss Conduck

Miss Conduck in Atlanta is serving up a special, three-course dinner for lovebirds this Valentine’s Day. Explore Caribbean fusion cuisine such as fried coconut shrimp, fried cauliflower, curry chicken and grilled salmon. The meal finishes with a tantalizing dessert course of rum cake, chocolate cake and dulce de leche. Make your reservation today and enjoy a night off to enjoy your loved one’s company! Tickets are $65 per person.

Looking for a Galentine’s Day dinner? The restaurant will also be hosting a festive dinner for you and your gal friends on February 12. Make sure to wear something pink or red!

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