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If you’re looking for ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day and Galentine’s Day (on Feb. 13), there’s no shortage of festivities in Silicon Valley throughout the first half of February.
You can learn to make the perfect cup of matcha in Santa Clara, attend a murder mystery-themed dinner in Mountain View, peruse the Friends-to-Lovers Bookish Faire in Los Altos or make your own custom signature perfume in Belmont.
Read our guide below. Events are free unless otherwise noted.
Workshops, classes and shopping
“Two Canvases, One Love” paint night: Celebrate Valentine’s Day early and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine while you paint at Tessora Wine Bar in Campbell.
Feb. 4, 6-8 p.m., Tessora Wine Bar, 234 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell. $50. tinyurl.com/campbellpaintparty.
Mixed media valentines: Local artist Kristina Eng will lead a handmade valentines workshop — using complimentary watercolors, collaging, heart stickers and hand lettering with ink and gel pens — at the Los Altos Library.
Feb. 5, 6:30-8 p.m., Los Altos Library, Orchard Room, 13 S. San Antonio Road, Los Altos. tinyurl.com/MixedMediaValentines.
Breadmaking class: Bring your Valentine or Galentine to a 90-minute breadmaking workshop at Devil’s Canyon Brewing Company. You’ll have the choice to make bread with dark chocolate, rose, honey, cheddar, jalapeño and bacon or rosemary and sea salt. Bring your dough home to bake.
Feb. 6, 6:30-8 p.m., Devil’s Canyon Brewing Company, 935 Washington St., San Carlos. $60 per person, $100 for a couple, plus online booking fee. tinyurl.com/vdaygrainbakers.
Valentine’s design workshop: Craft your own seasonal arrangement with help from Gamble Garden instructor Katherine Glazier. She previously co-led the floral design program at Filoli Estate in Woodside.
Feb. 7, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverley St., Palo Alto. Starting at $148 for members. gamblegarden.org/event/fall-in-love-with-florals-valentines.
Valentine’s crafts at San Mateo County libraries: Libraries in San Mateo County are hosting a variety of events for children in February to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
At the Pacifica Library, kids can make a valentine or Valentine’s Day bookmark to give to a friend, family member or local senior. There will also be opportunities to decorate an animal-themed valentine with gems at the Woodside Library, learn to crochet small hearts at the Brisbane Library or make valentines, love bug creatures and more at the Burlingame Library.
Cards and bookmarks: Feb. 10, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Pacifica Library’s Sanchez Branch, 1111 Terra Nova Blvd., Pacifica. tinyurl.com/pacificalibraryvalentines.
Gems: Feb. 12, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Woodside Library, 3140 Woodside Road, Woodside. tinyurl.com/valentinegemswoodside.
Valentines: Feb. 13, 4-5 p.m., Burlingame Library, 480 Primrose Road, Burlingame. tinyurl.com/burlingamelibraryvalentines.
Crocheting: Feb. 14, 1-2 p.m., Brisbane Library, 163 Visitacion Ave., Brisbane. Supplies are limited so registration is required. tinyurl.com/brisbanecrochethearts.
More Valentine’s events at San Mateo County Libraries system locations can be found at smcl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events, including making llama valentines at the Atherton Library.
Little Green Valentine’s and Galentine’s craft workshops: Little Green, a plant bar, coffee shop and retail space in downtown Redwood City, is hosting various Valentine’s Day workshops, including a paper heart and flower making classes, a Galentine’s charm making class and a succulent heart class. Its Full Hearts Market Feb. 7 will feature local artists selling gifts plus live music.
Multiple dates Feb. 5-12, Little Green, 1101 Main St., Redwood City. $45-$75. littlegreenaplantbar.com/classes.
Matcha workshop: Learn how to prepare matcha using traditional Japanese utensils at Jiaren Cafe, a community space in Santa Clara.
Multiple dates, Jiaren Cafe, 1171 Homestead Road Ste. 140B, Santa Clara. $92.55. tinyurl.com/matchajiarencafe.
Modern calligraphy class: Learn the art of handwriting before penning your valentines during a workshop in Los Gatos. Participants will take home a beginner’s calligraphy kit (two nibs, a black ink pot, two letter guides, tracing paper and a straight pen holder) and all materials to write on.
Feb. 11, 6:30-8 p.m., Loma Brewing Company, 130 North Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos, $75. sipandscript.com/event/valentines-modern-calligraphy-for-beginners-loma-brewing-co-2.
Starry Night paint night: During this artist-led event, paint a Valentine’s Day version of Van Gogh’s “Starry Night” with Painting with a Twist in Belmont. Attendees must be 21 or older.
Feb. 13, 7-9 p.m., Bottle & Bottega, 1538 El Camino Real, Suites E & F, Belmont. $47. tinyurl.com/paintingwithatwistbelmont.
Herbal tea class: Sip a wide variety of herbal teas and taste herbs while you eat sweet and savory baked goods in Gamble Garden. Many of the herbs are grown in the Palo Alto garden.
Feb. 13, 1-3 p.m., Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverley St., Palo Alto. Starting at $52 for members. gamblegarden.org/event/herbal-tea-party-valentines.
Mixology class: Make four festive cocktails while enjoying wood-fired pizza at City of Cocktail in Palo Alto.
Feb. 14, 7-9:30 p.m., City of Cocktail, 1046 Metro Circle, Palo Alto. $145. tinyurl.com/pizzacocktailspaloalto.
Paint and Sip Night at Pinstripes: Pinstripes San Mateo at Hillsdale Shopping Center will host a beginner painting night. Attendees will paint “Kissing in the Rain” and can order food and drinks from the restaurant.
Feb. 14, 7-9 p.m., Pinstripes, 36 Hillsdale Mall, San Mateo. $45. paintingandvino.com/event/intherain-valentines-day-paint-and-sip-pinstripes-san-mateo.
A Novel Affair: Los Altos’ pop-up romance novel shop is celebrating all types of love in February with a variety of events, including a Friends-to-Lovers Bookish Faire, a free weekend featuring local authors, vendors, makers, promotions and giveaways. The shop is also selling a Valentine’s merch collection.
Multiple dates Feb. 7-15, A Novel Affair, 295 State St., Los Altos. tinyurl.com/anovelaffairvalentines.
Perfume workshop: Blend, name and package your own perfume and candle with November Moon and Mode Korvidae at The Local Spot in Belmont, a community hub featuring a bakery and local businesses’ goods.
Feb. 15, 1-3 p.m. (refreshments start at 12:30 p.m.), The Local Spot, 196 Old County Road, Belmont. $98. tinyurl.com/novembermoonscentworkshop.
Food and drink events
Valentine’s Choco-“Super” Stroll: Taste chocolate from local purveyors, such as Dandelion Chocolate, Ashby Confections and Kindred Caramels, in downtown Los Altos as the South Bay readies to host the Super Bowl Feb. 8. The event includes private access to a chocolate dipping, wine pairing and magic show, plus a chocolate- and football-themed trivia competition with prizes.
Feb. 7, 2-5 p.m., Veterans Community Plaza at Main and State streets, Los Altos. $36.94. tinyurl.com/losaltossuperchoco.
San Carlos Wine Walk: Celebrate Valentine’s Day while tasting regional wines and small bites at Laurel Street businesses during San Carlos’ annual wine walk. All proceeds go to the Parks and Recreation Foundation of San Carlos.
Feb. 13, 4-8 p.m., check in at Frank D. Harrington Park, 753 Laurel St., San Carlos. $45 presale, $55 day of the event. tinyurl.com/sancarlosvalentinesday.
Brews & Bingo: Grab a drink and get ready to compete for prizes at the Colma Community Center’s Brews & Bingo event. Organizers encourage attendees to wear all black attire and will be playing anti-love anthems.
Feb. 13, 6-9 p.m., Colma Community Center, 1520 Hillside Blvd., Colma. You must be 21+ to attend. $15 for adult residents, $4 for senior residents and $25 for non-residents. instagram.com/colmarecreationservices.
Wine tasting at Mount Eden Vineyards: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a tasting of sparkling wine, rosé and three estate wines at a vineyard in Saratoga. After the tasting, head to Saratoga’s downtown to stroll along Big Basin Way and read heartfelt “Love Notes” by Saratoga residents that are posted on local business windows. The notes will be on display until the end of February.
Feb. 13, ticket times between 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Mount Eden Vineyards, 22020 Mount Eden Road, Saratoga. $65 per person. exploretock.com/mountedenvineyards.
Herbal Love for Oneself event: Participants will make Valentine’s gifts for themselves or to give to a loved one, including elderberry “love potion,” a floral herbal tea blend and a hand-tied sage bundle.
Feb. 14, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 555 Waverly St., Palo Alto. $50 each or $40 for students. nourishflourish.org/events.
Grapes & Giggles: Bring your beau to comedy night at Domenico Winery in San Carlos while enjoying award-winning wines.
Feb. 14, 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. sets, Domenico Winery, 1697 Industrial Road, San Carlos. Starting at $30 per table of two or more. domenicowinery.com/event-calendar.
Bloody Valentine: ‘Til Death Do Us Part: The Ameswell Hotel in Mountain View will host an interactive three-course murder mystery dinner.
Feb. 14, 6-9 p.m., Roger Bar and Restaurant, 800 Moffett Blvd., Mountain View. Starting at $108 per person. rogerbarandrestaurant.com/bloody-valentines.
Performances and exhibits
“Algorithms of Love: Dating in the Digital World” talk: The Computer History Museum will host a talk with Match.com founder Gary Kremen about how technology, including AI, has changed the meaning of love, sex, romance, family and human connection.
Feb. 4, 7-8:15 p.m., Computer History Museum, 1401 N. Shoreline Blvd., Mountain View. Free. computerhistory.org/events/algorithms-of-love.
“What is Love?” exhibit: The South San Francisco Cultural Arts team is hosting the exhibit “What is Love?” with two- and three-dimensional works. The exhibit opens Feb. 6 with a performance by the South City Folk Jam ensemble at 6:50 p.m.
Feb. 6, 6-8 p.m., Feb. 7, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., then Feb. 9-27, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (extended hours until 8 p.m. on Feb. 24), South San Francisco Library, third floor gallery room, 901 Civic Campus Way, South San Francisco. ssfca.gov/Departments/Parks-Recreation/Events/February-2026-Art-Show.
Kelper’s Books events: Author Alison van Diggelen will come to Kepler’s Books Feb. 10 to talk about her book, “The Love Project,” with health psychologist Kelly McGonigal. The book looks at a community through the lens of love.
On Feb. 12, Kepler’s will host a romance edition of Literary Trivia featuring tropes, love stories and literary couples. Snacks and drinks will be served.
Book talk: Feb. 10, 6-7 p.m. Trivia: Feb. 12, 6:30-8 p.m.Both events are at Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real #100, Menlo Park. The author talk is $11.50-$30. Tickets for the trivia night are $11.49 each or $15 for two. keplers.org/events-in-person.
“Love Is Love” performance: Watch dance, music and cultural storytelling during a performance of “Love Is Love” at Peninsula Lively Arts. There will be choreography by Artistic Director Gregory Amato and performances by Peninsula Ballet Theatre, alongside international guest artists.
Feb. 13 at 8 p.m. and Feb. 14 at 2 p.m., Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View. Tickets start at $31. tinyurl.com/loveislovemv.
The Wailin’ Jennys at the Fox Theatre: If you’re tired of spending your Valentine’s evening at dinner, go to the Fox Theatre and watch The Wailin’ Jennys. NPR has called the folk-roots band’s harmonies “unreal.”
Feb. 14, 8 p.m., Fox Theatre, 2215 Broadway, Redwood City. Available tickets start at $58. Get tickets online at tinyurl.com/wailinjennysrwc, call the box office at 650-400-9523 or email info@musicallypromotions.com.
Fitness events and dances
Campbell Valentine Fun Run/Walk: Campbell will host its 49th Valentine Fun Run/Walk the week before Valentine’s Day with 5K and 10K events. Those under 25 years old will receive $25 off their registration. Group discounts are available.
Feb. 7, 9 a.m., Los Gatos Creek Trail, Gilman and E. Campbell avenues, Campbell. Tickets start at $15. campbellca.gov/valentine.
Couples only dance class: Arthur Murray Dance Studio will host a dance class for couples featuring rumba and salsa lessons.
Feb. 13, 7-8 p.m., Arthur Murray Dance Studio Millbrae, 120 S. El Camino Real #7, Millbrae. Tickets are $65.87. tinyurl.com/couplesdanceclass.
Hearts & Harmonies Dance: The city of Palo Alto will host its second annual Hearts & Harmony Valentine’s Day Dance Feb. 13. There will be an inclusive DJ, light refreshments, a photo booth and arts and crafts.
Feb. 13, 5-7 p.m., Mitchell Park Community Center, 3700 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. paloalto.gov/Events-Directory/Community-Services/Hearts-Harmony-Valentines-Day-Dance.
Windy Hill walk and Purisima Creek hike: Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District will host two Valentine’s Day-themed activities.
Docents will explore the different adaptations nature deploys for procreation during a 4-mile “Weird Valentine” hike beneath the redwood canopy on Feb. 14.
Alternatively, volunteer to spend an hour on Valentine’s Day pulling the invasive French broom at the Hawthorns Area, a closed portion of Windy Hill Preserve. A stroll around the outside of a century-old mansion will follow the habitat restoration.
“Weird Valentine,” Feb. 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve, Higgins Canyon Road and Purisima Creek Road, Half Moon Bay. openspace.org/events/guided-activities/weird-valentine.
“Loving the Land: Habitat Restoration & Walk,” Feb. 14, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Windy Hill Preserve, Portola Valley, Directions will be sent after registration closes. openspace.org/events/guided-activities/loving-land-habitat-restoration-walk.
Valentine Ball: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with live Persian entertainment at Alhambra Irish House in Redwood City.
Feb. 14, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., Alhambra Irish House, 831 Main St., Redwood City. Presale tickets start at $25. tinyurl.com/valetineballrwc.
Galentine’s Day
Galentine’s at Alhambra Irish House: Stop by the Redwood City bar for dancing with your girls on Galentine’s Day. DJ Toonin and the reallionare will be DJing. There is no cover charge. Singles can arrive early for a speed dating event geared toward men and women ages 21-55.
Feb. 13, speed dating from 7-9 p.m., Galentine’s 9 p.m. to midnight, Alhambra Irish House, 831 Main St., Redwood City. Speed dating event early bird tickets are $39.19. instagram.com/alhambra_irish_house.
Galentine’s Day at Valley Goat: Gather for Galentine’s Day with a selection of sharable seasonal bites at Valley Goat in Sunnyvale. There will be specials available alongside an a la carte menu, according to the restaurant’s Instagram.
Feb. 13, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Valley Goat, 1100 N. Matilda Ave., Sunnyvale. valleygoatsv.com/happenings/galentines-day-at-valley-goat.
Galentine’s at Laurel Street Arts: Bring your besties to make fused glass, pottery or mosaic pieces at Laurel Street Arts, which will stay open until 9 p.m. on Galentine’s Day. Parties with more than six people should make a reservation.
Feb. 13, Laurel Street Arts, 733 Laurel St., San Carlos. Project costs vary; additional $10 studio fee. instagram.com/laurelstreetarts.
Taplands Galentine’s Day: Taplands in Santa Clara will host its second annual Galentine’s Day event Feb. 13, featuring beers crafted by women. A complete tap list and activities during the celebration will be posted closer to the event.
Feb. 13, 5-9 p.m., Taplands, 1171 Homestead Road, Santa Clara. taplands.com/events/2025/2/13/galentines-day.
Galentine’s Bento Cake Night: Decorate your own heart-shaped bento cake with Ragamuffin Micro Bakery at Thistle & Tonic in Pacifica. Choose strawberry, vanilla or half-and-half cake and raspberry or chocolate filling. Drinks and snacks will be provided.
Feb. 13, 5:30 p.m.,Thistle & Tonic, 1625 Palmetto Ave., Suite A, Pacifica. $75 per person or $130 for two. thistleandtonic.com/events.
Pal-entine’s Day Sip & Stitch: Create your own hand-embroidered notebook while enjoying complimentary nonalcoholic beverages. All class proceeds will be donated to the Center for Creativity.
Feb. 13, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Center for Creativity at Hotel Sequoia, 800 Main St., Redwood City. Pay what you can, starting at $10. nehaxstitch.com/classes/feb-cfc-2026.
Singles events
Valentine’s Flow — A Yoga Event for Singles: Take part in an all-levels yoga class that doubles as a Singles Valentine’s Day event.
After class, the experience continues with a JCPenney-style optional photo shoot, followed by ice-breaker games and time to mingle. Organizers will provide flowers and chocolate to take home.
Feb. 14, 3-5 p.m., De Anza Park, 1150 Lime Drive, Sunnyvale. $25. tinyurl.com/singlesyogasunnyvale.
Valentine’s Day Christian Singles Dance & Games Night: Join fellow Christian singles in a night of games, dancing and food in Redwood City.
Feb. 14, 4-9 p.m., Odd Fellow Hall, 839 Main St., Redwood City. $30 through Feb. 7, $40 after, plus fees. tinyurl.com/christiansinglesrwc.
Single professionals celebration: The Society of Single Professionals is hosting a singles event on Valentine’s Day.
From 7-8 p.m. there will be a mixer game, followed by dancing from 8-10 p.m.
Feb. 14, 7-10 p.m., AC by Marriott Hotel, 597 E. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale. Presale tickets starting at $33.85. tinyurl.com/singleprofessionalsparty.
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