Hello, chickens!
And there’s not a city that plays a better backdrop for a
night of romance than our very own Seattle. I mean, come on – Sleepless in
Seattle?!? Only one of the best love
stories of all time.
Anyway, this year, the special day falls on a Friday –
and a long weekend at that! (if you’re lucky enough to get Monday, President’s
Day, off) So there’s NO excuse for slacking. But fear not – we’ve compiled a
list of some great restaurants and events that are pulling out all the stops
this Valentine’s Day. So book quick! You’ve only got a few short weeks to go!
Xo
B&M
"A lovely 3-course menu designed to create romance.
3 courses - $50 per guest. Or enjoy the Chef’s Cut for two - Market Price.
Reservations recommended."
V-Day Dinner at Altura
Restaurant
Offering a 4-course set menu on Valentine's Day
$162/person
($77/person to add paired wines)
Come aboard for a romantic evening for two aboard the
Royal Argosy. Guests will enjoy a live band during this three-hour sailing.
Dinner is a special 5-course seated-served meal, prepared by James Beard
award-winning Executive Chef Christine Keff.
Rate includes: Romantic Elliott Bay Cruise, Champagne greeting, seated
5-course dinner, coffee and tea, and live band.
Note: couples sit at their own table. $115 per person.
Valentine’sDay Dinner Cruise (Brunch and
Dinner options)
Waterways
Cruises and Events, Seattle and Kirkland departures
Treat your sweetheart to a romantic 4 course dinner
aboard a beautiful Waterways yacht! Relax and enjoy breathtaking views as you
cruise on Seattle’s lakes... Live harp music and your Captain’s narration
will add to your enjoyment of these very special cruises.
$84pp
The Crocodile
Put on your red shoes and dance the blues this
Valentine’s Day! The Crocodile presents the debut of BowieVision, an eight-piece
band bringing the best of Bowie to life in sound and vision with the aid of
stunning multimedia effects. Special guests the Braxmatics will fill the dance
floor with old-school funky goodness and Purr Gato opens the show with sweet
Eighties-influenced electronica. Let’s dance!
$13pp
Barrel Thief
"The Barrel Thief is a great place to bring a date
for Valentine's Day. We have over 150 wines by the glass, cocktails, food,
desserts, and an elegant, comfortable atmosphere. We have over a dozen Ports
and other dessert wines by the glass, sparkling wine by the glass and bottle,
and a great selection of artisan chocolates."
Parties that Cook, Woodinville
Perfect for Valentine's Day: Treat your special someone
to a romantic evening of wine sipping, hands-on cooking and delicious fun at
the beautiful Efeste Winery! At this exciting hands-on cooking party, guests
are greeted at the door with a nibble and name tag. Then, guests enjoy a lively
introductory cooking lesson featuring tips such as the fastest way to dice an
onion without a tear.
You and your partner will heat up the kitchen as you listen to upbeat music, learn cooking techniques and work in teams to prepare 2 recipes from the evening's tantalizing tapas menu. When the cooking is over, guests savor the 'fruits' of their labor hot from the oven! Copies of the recipes and digital photos are emailed to the group after the event. 2 glasses of complimentary wine are included.
You and your partner will heat up the kitchen as you listen to upbeat music, learn cooking techniques and work in teams to prepare 2 recipes from the evening's tantalizing tapas menu. When the cooking is over, guests savor the 'fruits' of their labor hot from the oven! Copies of the recipes and digital photos are emailed to the group after the event. 2 glasses of complimentary wine are included.
Chihuly Garden
Valet parking, champagne toast and passed starters upon arrival,
followed by a delectable four course dinner designed by one of Seattle’s top
chefs, Ivan Szilak of Collections Café. Included is a complimentary bottle of
wine or champagne, with choices including Billy O Dunham Collections White or
Red or Capitello Brut.
Live music by local jazz musician Jacqueline Tabor and
her Band.
And, after dinner, tour the galleries and garden, leaving
with a keepsake commemorating your unforgettable evening.
Treat your sweetheart to an experience not soon forgotten
with music, merriment, chocolate-covered strawberries, a glass of champagne and
a multi-course feast! Valentine’s Day is
twice as nice with special seating and sweet surprises for your sweetheart.
Unexpected
Productions
Love is in the air at Unexpected Productions this year...
Join us for our special Valentine's Day themed improv show, Comedy of Love, as
we explore the passions of the holiday through hilarious comedy improv. Watch
our veteran improvisers take on love, lust and everything in between, all based
on audience inspiration! It takes place at the Market Theater, in romantic Pike
Place Market! All ages are welcome. Comedy of Love has been a hit since 2005.
The JewelBox @
Rendezvous
Featuring a headlining performance by Eric Blu & The
Soul Revue, musical performances by Jack Mozie, ELoh, and Karin Parks, comedy
by Edi Zanidache, pole dancing by Dimeatra Dee, fashion presentations by
Backpack Girl Bikini's and A Little Risqué, burlesque by EmpeRoar Fabu Lous,
and more TBA.
$10/GA
Mindi Abair
Valentine’s Celebration
Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley
Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley
Sax player Mindi Abair has sold half a million solo
albums, but also served as the featured saxophonist for American Idol in 2011
and 2012. Kick back at Dimitrou’s and enjoy a mellow Valentine’s concert.
$34.50pp
Columbia
City Theater
A little bit of comedy and a little bit of
spice makes Valentine’s Day a night you won’t forget. This evening of popular
acts from Stripped Screw features Stella D’Letto with an all-new act, Lady Drew
Blood, Violet Tendencies and Seraphina Fiero.
$20pp
The Neptune Theater
Live Sex advice show and podcast recording about sex and
death hosted by syndicated columnist Dan Savage with special musical guest: The
Wet Spots.
$23pp
RED – Seattle’s
Flirtiest Bash
Showbox at the Market
Showbox at the Market
If you want to party for Valentine’s Day, RED is the
event for you. Seattle’s top DJs will spin Top 40 and old-school R&B to
keep the dance floor lively!
$30-$50 pp
$30-$50 pp
Brian
McKnight
Emerald Queen Casino
Emerald Queen Casino
An R&B artist with several platinum albums behind
him, McKnight will be at the Emerald Queen Casino just in time for Valentine’s
Day.
$40-$90pp
$40-$90pp
Century Ballroom
$15-$20
8:30pm Couples Intro Lesson
9-10:30pm Argentinian Wine Tasting
9:30pm-1:00am Dance
Free Wine Tasting
Taste wines from Argentina! Bottles & glasses of your
favorites will be available to drink that evening or to purchase retail and
take home with you. 9-10:30pm in Century or 6-9pm in The Tin Table. We will
also have Argentina-inspired Valentine's Day specials in The Tin Table, so join
us for dinner, as well!
Spend a special evening with a unique, one-of-a-kind
dining experience enjoyed by couples, foodies and friends. The Valentine's Day
Seductive Dinner Party spotlights seductive foods with an extravagant 7-course
meal, with each small course intended to pique your appetite and satisfy that
longing for the perfect first bite. The dinner party takes place at the
historic and gorgeous Goodwin Library in Pike Place Market.
$95pp
$20pp
The Blue Moon
Tavern, Seattle
The Blue Moon Tavern is proud to announce, Dreamboats: A
Valentine’s Day Soiree and Man Auction. This show will feature the talents of
some of Seattle’s dreamiest musicians. Following the performance, we will
auction off the musicians for a private concert. There will be an intimate
setting, a Valentines Making Craft Table, Kissing Booth, Champagne Toast,
Dancing, and the chance to bid on an amazing musician for the night. Formal
dress encouraged. All proceeds go towards local art and music.
$10pp
Fremont
And if you’re not too fuzzy Saturday morning, why not
join in on some MORE fun in your undies with Fremont’s Cupid Undies Run.
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