Welcome to our official guide to the best Valentine's Day restaurants and events in Tampa Bay. Between the major cities that make up the Tampa Bay area, there's something for every couple to enjoy in Tampa, Clearwater, St. Pete, and beyond, from exciting Valentine's Day events to dinner deals!
Valentine's Day is on a Saturday this year, which means we have the whole weekend to indulge in the romance and fun!
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Tampa Bay Valentine's Day Ideas
You can also have a budget-friendly V Day with these FREE Valentine's Day Activities.
Science After Dark – The Science of Love
- Date: Friday, February 6, 2026, 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
- Location: MOSI – Museum of Science & Industry
Kick off your MOSI adventure with Science After Dark, the ultimate adults-only event that brings together science, entertainment, and socializing in one unforgettable evening. Enjoy food and drink samples, hands-on activities, Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream, and more!
2026 Yacht StarShip Valentine's Cruises
Treat your date to a brunch, lunch, or dinner aboard the Yacht Starship with an open bar, dancing, and live DJ entertainment! Premium upgrades are available for certain Valentine's Day Cruise options.
Dinner cruises depart on Saturday, February 14, 2026, in Tampa and Clearwater. The Lunch Cruise is only available departing from their Clearwater location, and the Brunch Cruise is only available departing from the Tampa location.
Tampa Theatre Black Love Classics Series
Dates: February 1, 8, 15, and 22, 2026
Location: Tampa Theatre
Head to Tampa Theatre with your significant other to enjoy a film from their Black Love Classics Series. This series was created in collaboration with the City of Tampa’s Community Engagement & Partnerships Department to celebrate the intersection of Valentine’s Day and Black History Month with big-screen stories of romance as told by Black filmmakers and diverse casts.
Movie Lineup:
If Beale Street Could Talk – Sunday, February 1, 2026, 3 p.m.
The Photograph – Sunday, February 8, 2026, 3 p.m.
Boomerang – Sunday, February 15, 2026, 3 p.m.
Carmen Jones – Sunday, February 22, 3 p.m.
Valentine's on the Beach at J.W. Marriott Clearwater Beach
J.W. Marriott Clearwater Beach has a ton to offer this Valentine's season. Choose from Resort & Spa Package options, or keep scrolling to read about Valentine's dinner for two at Lattitude 28.
Latitude 28 Valentine's Day Dinner
- Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
- Location: 691 S Gulfview Blvd., Clearwater
- Cost: $140 per person
Celebrate Valentine's Day at Latitude 28 with your love, featuring the finest ingredients, while basking in the breathtaking views of the shimmering ocean! The menu consists of Caviar Bellini, your choice of Lobster Bisque or Passion Fruit Pork Belly as an appetizer, and your choice of entree, such as Dry Aged New York Strip, Amber Jack, or Short Rib. Finish off the evening with the Delicious Scan Me Rose dessert with rose & cardamom crema, sugar cookie, candied pistachios, and nitro magic.
Visit a u-pick farm for a fun valentine's Date
The Tampa Bay Area is home to a lot of great farms that offer u-pick strawberries and veggies during this time of year. Check out our comprehensive u-pick blog for details on farms that are ripe and open for the picking!
As always, be sure to double-check the farm's u-pick availability before heading out!
See a show or performance for Valentine's Day
The best part about Valentine's Day on a Saturday this year is for the fact that you can decide to celebrate on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, or all three days! Some of our favorite date night experiences are enjoying a show together at the Straz Center, Ruth Eckered Hall, and Benchmark International Arena.
Rascal Flatts
- Date: Friday, February 13, 2026, 7 p.m.-10 p.m.
- Location: Benchmark International Arena
If your significant other loves country music, Rascal Flatts is performing at Benchmark International Arena!
Arts Legacy REMIX: A Global Celebration of Love
- Date: Friday, February 13, 2026, 7:30 p.m.
- Location: Straz Center
Enjoy the many artistic threads in the rich and diverse tapestry of Tampa Bay as the Straz Center celebrates love across cultures. The evening will be a presentation and celebration of the multi-layered blends of art, entertainment, and inspiration that make Tampa Bay unique.
& Juliet
- Date: February 13-15, 2026, various times
- Location: Straz Center
This hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & Juliet asks: what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love!
Hotel California
- Date: Friday, February 13, 2026, 8 p.m.
- Location: Nancy & David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre
Hotel California – The Original Eagles Tribute makes its Clearwater debut at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre!
INZO
- Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026, 5 p.m.
- Location The BayCare Sound
INZO, a dynamic electronic artist based in Denver, is bringing the Mirrorverse Tour to The BayCare Sound with special guests TRUTH, Late Night Radio, Zen Selekta, and Blookah!
Samara Joy
- Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026, 7:30 p.m.
- Location: The Straz Center
Five-time Grammy® winner Samara Joy is coming to the Straz Center! Her 2021 debut album had listeners mentioning her in the same breath as Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughan.
Experience Some Valentine's Day Spooks
Sir Henry's Haunted Trail: Love's Revenge
Sir Henry's Haunted Trail – Plant City
Are you and your significant other obsessed with all things spooky? Each year, this haunted love event features 2 spooky trails, laser tag, an escape game, and axe-throwing. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
Things to do Valentine's Day Weekend (February 13-15)
Valentine's Day at the Florida State Fair
- Dates: February 5-16
- Weekday Times: Monday – Thursday, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Weekend Times (Valentine's Day Saturday): Friday – Sunday & President’s Day. from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Location: 4800 US Hwy. 301 North, Tampa FL 33610
Celebrate Valentine's Day and America at the Florida State Fair—America’s Sunniest Celebration—shining bright February 5–16 in Tampa! Enjoy 12 days of rides, classic fair food, live entertainment, creative competitions, agricultural showcases, and hands-on exhibits that highlight Florida’s talent and traditions. With red, white, and blue moments, photo-worthy spots, and fun for every age and vibe, it’s the perfect place to soak up the sunshine and celebrate it all.
Friday Moonlight Market at The Hub at Bexley
- Date: Friday, February 13, 2026, 5 p.m.-9 p.m.
- Location: 16954 Focus Loop, Land O Lakes
Enjoy an evening at the Moonlight Market with live entertainment, shopping, and delicious food!
Sip and Shop at Kerby's Nursery
- Date: Friday, February 13, 2026, 5 p.m.
- Location 2311 South Parsons Avenue, Seffner
Stroll through vibrant plants, Valentine gift ideas, and unique garden finds while enjoying complimentary sips. Whether you’re refreshing your garden, celebrating Valentine’s Day, or just looking for a relaxing outing, this is the perfect chance to shop, unwind, and soak up a little greenery in the twilight.
Rascal Flatts
- Date: Friday, February 13, 2026, 7 p.m.-10 p.m.
- Location: Benchmark International Arena
If your significant other loves country music, Rascal Flatts is performing at Benchmark International Arena!
Sunset Valentine's Yacht Soirée
- Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026, 3:30 p.m.-7 p.m.
- Location: 1110 3rd St S
Celebrate Valentine's Day with a romantic yacht experience featuring music, champagne, food, sunset views and great vibes!
Valentine's Day Comedy Show & Dinner
- Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026, shows at 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
- Location: 515 22nd Street South, Suite 130, St. Pete
Enjoy a night of Tapas, laughter, and some romance with a 5-course dinner, inspired by Cuban, Mexican, and Spanish Cuisines. Each course will tell its own cheeky love story through flavor, perfectly balanced between spice, sweetness, and soul.
Note: Guests must arrive 1 hour before their chosen showtime to be seated for dinner. Doors open at 4 p.m. for the 5:30 p.m. show, and doors will open at 7 p.m. for the 8:30 p.m. show.
Boomerang (1992)
- Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026, 3 p.m.
- Location: Tampa Theatre
Part of the Tampa Theatre's Black Love Classics series, Boomerang (1992) is about a hotshot exec who discovers that his boss is a female version of himself who shows him the same treatment that he delivers to others. The way he treats others comes back to him like a boomerang.
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Tampa Wine Bars for Valentine's Day
Cru Cellars
- Location: 2506 S MacDill Ave. Tampa
With a new location in Westshore Marina, Cru Cellars now has three locations around Tampa where you can enjoy their wine selection. Grab brunch in the secluded wine garden at their original location in Palma Ceia, or small bites and a drink to enjoy along the river at their Armature Works location this Valentine's Day.
Cru Cellars offers dozens of wines by the glass, as well as shelves stocked with small-production wines, including a large selection of organic and natural wines.
When dining in, an on-staff sommelier can help guide your ordering to perfectly accompany charcuterie, entrees, and apps.
Wine Exchange Bistro & Bar
Set in the heart of South Tampa’s beloved Hyde Park sits Wine Exchange Bistro and Bar. This wine lover’s paradise features a classic nod to the street-side cafes of Europe. Delight in crystal glass and stemware as you travel with your tastebuds, sipping wines from around the world this Valentine's Day. Pull up a seat at the covered patio or at the impressively stocked bar.
The Champagne Bar at Oxford Exchange
- Location: 420 West Kennedy Boulevard, Tampa
Located in the corner of Oxford Exchange’s bespoke shop, just outside the main restaurant, is the world’s cutest* little champagne bar. The decor is impeccable, with the menus featuring custom illustrations in partnership with Rifle Paper Company, which all tie into the decor and vibe.
The Champagne Bar is only open until 5 p.m., so choose this spot for a day-date to avoid disappointment on Valentine's Day night.
*I admit, I have not traveled the world extensively in search of its rival, but if not, it’s really close.
Book + Bottle
- Location: Seventeen 6th Street North, St. Petersberg
If you love books and wine, this bookshop and wine bar in one is your place! This unique wine bar concept is also the perfect place to sharpen your wine knowledge and have a great Valentine's Day.
Or, purchase tickets to one of Book + Bottle's regular wine education happy hours, combining a guided tasting with learning more about wines. Topics covered range from rosé to pinot noir and more.
Book lovers will also enjoy monthly book club sessions. Check the calendar for upcoming events.
If you’re looking for a spot that puts wine first, with great vibes, tons of expertise, and expert pairings, our guide to the best wine bars in Tampa Bay for Valentine's Day is for you.
Valentine's Day Dinners in Tampa Bay
While we wait for more romantic dinner deluxe eateries to finalize their 2026 plans, our guide to Tampa's Most Romantic Restaurants for Valentine's Day has you covered.
Latitude 28 Valentine's Day Dinner
- Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
- Location: 691 S Gulfview Blvd., Clearwater
- Cost: $140 per person
Celebrate Valentine's Day at Latitude 28 with your love, featuring the finest ingredients, while basking in the breathtaking views of the shimmering ocean! The menu consists of Caviar Bellini, your choice of Lobster Bisque or Passion Fruit Pork Belly as an appetizer, and your choice of entree, such as Dry Aged New York Strip, Amber Jack, or Short Rib. Finish off the evening with the Delicious Scan Me Rose dessert with rose & cardamom crema, sugar cookie, candied pistachios, and nitro magic.
Four-Course Menu at Bon Appetit Restaurant & Marina Bar
- Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
- Location: 148 Marina Plaza, Dunedin
- Cost: $99 per person
Voted “Best Waterfront Dining,”” Bon Appetit is offering romantic waterfront dining featuring a four-course menu for Valentine's Day.
Valentine's Day Reservation at Rooster & The Till
- Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
- Location: 6500 N Florida Ave., Tampa
- Cost: $165 per guest, $25 per person deposit required to reserve
Couples can enjoy Rooster & The Till's five-course Valentine's Day dinner with various options for add-ons to make a perfectly delightful Valentine's Day dinner date! Seating is limited to 2 hours maximum.
Check out more great restaurants for Valentine's Day in our full Valentine's Day dinner blog!
Best Spas for Valentine's Day
Spas are sweet relaxing soothing retreats for couples, especially in Tampa, St Pete, and Clearwater for Valentine's Day. Be it relinquishing yourselves to expert massages, soaking in an oversized tub, or sipping wine side-by-side while enjoying a mani-pedi, there's no better way to celebrate Valentine's Day than in one of these Tampa Bay spas.
Worth the Drive: Conrad Spa
- Conrad Orlando
- 1500 Eastbeach Way, Orlando, Florida 32836
Located within the luxurious Conrad Orlando and nestled above a lush Water Garden, Conrad
Spa offers a refined menu of treatments and couples therapies inspired by Central Florida’s
natural springs. Our innovative approach to wellness includes exclusive amenities like the
immersive Water Garden, featuring a Vitality Pool, Cold Plunge, warm whirlpool, and private
soaking tubs. Discover the pinnacle of relaxation in a serene setting surrounded by native flora
—an experience unlike any other in Orlando.
Sandava Spa
- Hyatt Clearwater Beach
- 301 South Gulfview Blvd Clearwater
What's more relaxing than a spa with a breathtaking view? Check out the spacious and gracious Sandava Spa at the Hyatt Clearwater Beach this Valentine's Day. Supporting a lifestyle of wellness, Sandava Spa aims to connect you to the surrounding environment.
With treatments inspired by the ocean, you will leave feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. They offer an array of relaxing massages, facials that are custom-designed for both men and women, manicures and pedicures, and refreshing body treatments.
Perfect for Valentine's Day: If you want to enjoy a spa treatment alongside your significant other, you can request the Couples Suite and choose any service from their á la carte menu to enjoy together!
Chocolate Shops in Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay has several chocolate shops that make chocolate from scratch and have gourmet creations.
So bring your taste buds, love of chocolate and visit one of these local Tampa Bay chocolate shops before Valentine's Day gets here!
Valentine’s Day Flowers
The Tampa Bay area has an abundance of great florists, providing so many choices for Valentine’s Day flower selections. We’re detailing some great florists in Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Pete for you to choose from to pick the perfect Valentine’s Day flowers for your sweetie!
Choices range from plant shops to weekly flower delivery to, of course, Valentine’s Day roses!
Valentine's Day Weekend Getaway Package
Floridan Palace Hotel Romance Package
Embark on a journey of love and romance at The Hotel Flor Tampa! Book your Romance Package today and create timeless memories with your beloved. The package includes luxurious accommodations with a rose petal arrival, late check-out at 2 p.m., champagne, chocolate-covered strawberries, and free parking.
Headed to Orlando for Valentine's Day weekend? Check out Orlando Date Night Guide's 50+ Things to do for Valentine's Day in Orlando.