Wondering what to do on Valentine's Day? Why not start a new Valentine's Day tradition this year? Here are 15 fun ways to enjoy the holiday with the one you love. For even more ways to celebrate, see St. Louis' Top Romantic Restaurants and St. Louis' Best Chocolate Shops.
1. Kitchen Conservatory Classes
Cook up some romance with your sweetheart at a cooking class for couples at the Kitchen Conservatory in Clayton. Learn to prepare a special meal for Valentine's Day or any other day of the year. Class prices are $125 to $140 per couple.
February 4-14, 2012
(314) 862-COOK
2. Valentine's Hike at Shaw Nature Reserve
Enjoy the beautiful outdoors with your Valentine at the Shaw Nature Reserve in St. Louis County. The reserve is hosting a special evening hike starting at 7 p.m., for couples just before Valentine's Day. Couples will also enjoy hot chocolate and delicious desserts by the fire. The cost is $29 a person.
February 11, 2012
(314) 577-5140
3. Sweethearts Dinner
Enjoy a candle-lit, four-course meal in a truly unique setting, the Thornhill Estate in Faust Park. The mansion and estate were the home of Missouri's second governor Frederick Bates and his family. Now, the mansion is open to the public for tours and special events. The cost of the Sweethearts Dinner is $65 per person. There are seatings at 5 p.m., and 8 p.m.
February 11, 2012
(314) 615-8328
4. Dancing at Casa Loma
Dust off your dancing shoes, grab your partner and head over to the Casa Loma Ballroom for a Valentine's celebration. Get in the groove with the Fabulous Motown Revue featuring Velvet & Satin. The doors open at 7:30 p.m., and the dancing begins at 8 p.m. Admission is $15 a person.
February 11, 2012
(314) 664-8000
5. Mount Pleasant Winery Dinner
Spend time with your Valentine in Missouri Wine Country at a special dinner at Mount Pleasant Winery. The menu includes Manhattan clam chowder, beef tenderloin or seabass and dessert. The cost is $100 per couple. The price also includes one glass of Pink Spumante per person. Seatings begin at 7 p.m.
February 11, 2012
1-800-467-WINE
6. Untamed Hearts at the St. Louis Zoo
The St. Louis Zoo may not be the first place you think of for romance, but that could soon change. The Zoo is offering a gourmet, four-course meal at the McDonnell Center. You'll feast on Kobe beef sirloin, free range Amish chicken, pork medallion au poivre or grilled mushroom ravioli. There's also wine and chocolate for dessert. The cost is $125 per couple (tax and gratuity included). There are seatings at 6 p.m., and 8:30 p.m.
February 11 & 14, 2012
(314) 646-4857
7. Adopt a Red Panda for Your Valentine
If you can't make it to dinner at the St. Louis Zoo for Valentine's Day, you have another option. Show your Valentine how much you care by adopting a red panda in their honor. For $40, the Zoo will send your sweetie a cuddly stuffed animal, an adoption certificate and a one year membership as a Zoo Parent.
Until February 14, 2012
(314) 646-4771
8. Valentine's at the Ritz
The Grill at the Ritz-Carlton in Clayton will be serving up a special Valentine's dinner menu that includes fresh Pacific oysters, wild striped bass, braised lamb shank and an assortment of desserts. The price is $89 per person. An overnight stay including dinner is $399 per couple.
February 10,11 & 14, 2012
(314) 863-6300
9. Love at Laumeier Sculpture Park
Laumeier Scuplture Park is hosting a new Valentine's party this year called LOVEmeier. The event features art displays, Kakao chocolate, wine and brandy tasting, DJ music and more. It runs from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets are $35 for the general public and $25 for members. Children are also welcome and get in free with a paid adult admission.
February 11, 2012
(314) 615-5276
10. Tower Grove Tuesday Concert
Members of the St. Louis Symphony will be performing a free concert on Valentine's Day at the beautiful Piper Palm House in Tower Grove Park. The doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the concert begins at 7 p.m. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
February 14, 2012
(314) 286-4432
