If you’re looking for things to do in Destin, Florida to celebrate Valentine’s Day, we’ve got you covered! Or maybe you’re needing a new gift idea for your significant other.. we’ve got that too. Scroll and see all that’s going on!
2025 Valentine’s Day
Restaurants
Royal Palm Grille has a special Valentine’s Day menu! Seatings available between 4pm-9:30pm on February 14th.
Emerald Grande at Harborwalk Village – Indulge in love and flavor this Valentine’s Day and treat your special someone to a romantic dinner at Grande Vista Bar & Grill. Enjoy a specially curated three-course menu and elevate the evening with a bottle of Seaglass Wine. Reserve your table now for a night filled with romance and delectable delights. Make this Valentine’s Day one to remember!š
š¹Reservations are highly recommended – call (850) 424-0621 | View the Menu
Mimmos Italian Restaurant – A romantic night out with your favorite Italian dishes and cocktails! Reservations requested at Mimmos to guarantee your spot.
Boathouse Oyster Bar – Go casual this Valentine’s Day with live music and oysters at Boathouse Oyster Bar.
Skybar at Edge Seafood – Relax around a fire pit at the rooftop bar, overlooking the Destin Harbor with the best sunset view in town. Trey Merritt Band is playing from 8pm-11pm and the new Spring Cocktail menu is live!
Bijoux – Book dinner reservations for a white tablecloth, five star dining experience at Bijoux in the Market Shops!
Seagars Prime Steakhouse – Celebrate February 14th and 15th for a romantic evening to remember! Reserve your table now: 850-622-1500
Wine Bar Destin
3 Course Valentine’s Day dinner | Oyster & Caviar and Gosset Reserve Champagne included. Friday February 14th, $70/pp beginning at 5pm!
Remedy at Beal House – 3 course Valentine’s Day Dinner available on Friday February 14th from 4pm-8pm, for $39/pp. Reservations recommended!
Commelfo Restaurant – Valentine’s Day Dinner, 3 Course Special Menu and regular menu available. Book your table now!
Bitterroot – 3 Course Valentine’s Day Dinner! Still have a few reservations left. Visit our website to make a reservation!
Fat Clemenzas – Valentine Sweetheart Dinner on February 14th from 5pm-9:30pm with a Special Sweetheart menu! Call for reservation 850-650-5980.
Jackacudas – Love is in the air and so is our invitation to a romantic dinner at Jackacudas Seafood & Sushi this Valentine’s Day!
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Vintij Food & Wine – Join us February 14th for a special Valentine’s Day menu! Reservations available.
Sura Steakhouse – Try the newest Korean Steakhouse in Fort Walton Beach! This upscale restaurant has delicious drinks and a unique menu of meats and dishes cooked right on your table. A perfect date night experience!
Azul Mexican Fusion
Valentine’s Day Dinner for 2! Wine, dine, & fall in love all over again with an intimate evening featuring a perfectly crafted 4-course meal + complimentary bottle of wine for 2 šš„ Reservations start at 4pm with live entertainment all evening. Best sunset views on the harbor! Free parking, Indoor + outdoor seating. Send us a message or give us a call to lock in your sweet reservation š
M&P Restaurant
Chef Will’s passion for bringing people together over great food is his biggest inspiration for our Valentine’s Day menu. As always, the tasting menu will remain secret until you arrive and begin to eat. Price includes 5-7 course dinner, amuse bouche, welcome glass of champagne and up to two specialty cocktails hand-crafted by Tipsy Mule. Reservations required – tickets must be purchased in advance.
Valentines Day Dinner @ The Island Resort – This Valentineās Day, sweep your special someone off their feet with an unforgettable evening at Coastal Kitchen.
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Friday, February 14, 2025 ā°Ā 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM š The Island Resort | Fort Walton Beach
Begin your evening with an appetizer trio to ignite your taste budsāvegetable spring rolls with Thai chili sauce, seared tuna on a cucumber chip, and bite-sized beef Wellington. Choose your entrĆ©e: grilled herb chicken with mushroom cream sauce, pan-seared salmon with lemon risotto, or a juicy grilled ribeye topped with veal demi-glace. End the night on a sweet note with strawberry shortcake, a flourless chocolate torte, or a refreshing key lime pie.
š $70 per person ā Reservations are essential! Book now or call (850) 337-9182.
Sunquest Cruises – Your Valentineās Day dinner cruise in Destin, FL includes the three-hour cruise, a chef-prepared three-course meal, live entertainment, and iced tea, coffee, and water. VIP Experiences are available to include an open bar with unlimited beer, house wine, premium liquor, and frozen beverages. For those without a VIP ticket, a bar is available onboard and beer, wine, and cocktails are available for purchase. A guaranteed private table by the window upgrade is available for $75/table, for up to 10 guests per table. If your party is larger than 10 guests, an additional table upgrade will be required.Ā Romance packages are also availableĀ to be delivered to your table onboard.
Love Hurts | A Valentine’s Murder Mystery Dinner at AJs on the Bayou
Join us for a night of intrigue, suspense, and a dash of romance this Valentineās Day! š©āā¤ļøāšØāØ
Get ready for āLove Hurts,ā a thrilling dinner murder mystery that will have you laughing and guessing all evening long. Perfect for couples, friends, or anyone looking for an unforgettable night out!
**š What to Expect:**
– A delicious three-course dinner
– An interactive murder mystery experience
– The chance to solve the mystery and win prizes!
– A romantic atmosphere to celebrate with your special someone
**šļø Tickets:** Use the link to purchase tickets through Eventbrite.
**Limited seating is available, so donāt waitāsecure your spot for the perfect date night this Valentines Day!
**Bring your best detective skills and prepare for an evening filled with love, laughter, and a little bit of danger! šµļøāāļøš
Gulfarium – Dinner for 2
Celebrate Love at our Valentineās Dinner! This Valentineās Day, treat your special someone to an exclusive, after-hours enchanting experience at the Gulfarium!
Whatās included:
āØ Start your evening with a smile and a beverage as you explore the park after-hours.
āØ Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet and touch one of our resident penguins and learn all about these charming feathered friends.
āØ Savor a delicious 3-course meal with your loved one, surrounded by the serene beauty of our Living Sea aquarium and its tropical fish backdrop.
āØ Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages included.
Dates & Details:
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Spots still available on February 15 & 16
ā° Time: 4:30 PM ā 7:00 PM
š« Space is limited to 12 couples per night. Ages 21+
Create unforgettable memories this Valentineās Day with a truly magical evening at the Gulfarium.
š Reserve your spot now ā spaces fill quickly!
In Home Private Chef – Tommy LeMasters – Hire a private chef to cook an in home meal for you and your significant other!
Activities
Taste of the Race – Seaside, Florida
Get ready for an unforgettable evening as we kick off the SEASIDE SCHOOLā¢ Half Marathon + 5K Race Weekend with one of 30A’s most anticipated culinary celebrationsāTaste of the Race presented by Publix! Join us on Friday, February 14, 2025, at the iconic SEASIDEĀ® Lyceum, where the Gulf Coastās top chefs and restaurants bring their best, competing for awards like Peopleās Choice, Judgesā Choice, and Chefās Choice. Indulge in mouthwatering tastings from over a dozen talented chefs paired with complimentary fine wine, craft cocktails, and local brews, all set to lively musical entertainment. For VIP ticket holders, donāt miss early access and an exclusive set by DJ Telemitry. This is your chance to savor the best of 30A in one extraordinary night!
Valentine’s Day Haunted House
Celebrate love & loathing Festival of Fears style! Join us on February 8th, 14th and 15th for a Valentine’s Day event like no other. Featuring a new, Valentine’s Day themed haunted house any Halloween fan is sure to scream about! Tickets on sale now!
Harbor or Sunset Cruise on Cruisin’ Tikis Destin – Book a cruise on board a floating Tiki and watch the sunset or see the Harbor lights. Each Tiki seats 6 people, but seats are individually sold so come in pairings of any size. Book a charcuterie board from The Board Chef and have it delivered before your cruise!
Couples Mixology Class
Soundside is hosting a couples mixology class for Valentineās Day! The class includes 6 craft cocktails per couple that you learn to skillfully make and then enjoy! Price is per couple not per person! Come before your dinner reservations or stay after class for awesome artisan pizza and live music!! Get your tickets here! To skip fees from eventbrite you can purchase tickets in person at Soundside!
Valentine’s Charcuterie Board Workshop
Join us for a fun and creative experience this Valentineās season! š In this hands-on workshop, youāll learn how to craft your very own charcuterie board masterpiece with our top tips and tricks. This year, weāre making it extra sweet with heart-shaped boards! Whether youāre creating a board for your loved one or joining as a couple to share the experience (one board is perfect for date night!), youāll leave with a new skill just in time for Valentineās Day.
š· Each ticket includes one board and a drink. Seats are limited, so donāt wait!š
Pasta Class @ East Pass Coffee Co – Join Eliana the Italiana for pasta making class! All tickets include one glass of wine, welcome bruschetta, 2 pasta creations, an apron, limoncello toast, Italian desserts and recipe cards for both pastas. Seats are $100 each, reserve now!
Distillery Tour – Take your special someone on a tour of 30a Distilling Co! Each tour includes a free cocktail + the ability to sample each liquor in their lineup. You’ll tour the back distilling room and learn about the process.
The Cellar Speakeasy
Frank Sinatra Tribute Show. Early Valentine’s Day Show featuring Josh Sirten, Thursday February 13, Doors open at 5:30pm with show start at 6:30pm.
Get Smashd Fort Walton Beach
Make plans with your significant other OR your BFF to paint and SMASH SH*T this Valentine’s Day! Date night packages available. Call 850-460-5045 to book or head online!
Shard Shop
Begin your evening at the Shard Shop! 4:30pm on February 14th only, buy one Adult Class and get ONE FREE!
Plane Ride — Book a plane ride over the beautiful Emerald Coast with Destin Flight Works! With room for up to 3 people + the pilot, this is a unique gift idea or an activity for Valentine’s Day to do together. Visit their website for more information!
Valentines With Your BFF
Palentine’s Day Party @ Holiday Inn Fort Walton Beach
Come Join Us at the Holiday Inn Fort Walton Beach for a Night of Food, Fun, and Entertainment with Your Best Pal! š Itās going to be an unforgettable evening filled with delicious food, great company, and lively entertainment! Enjoy Complimentary Champagne upon entry š¾ , a delicious spread of apps for you to indulge in and entertainment to keep the energy high all night long! š¶ āØ Special Room Rates Available just for our party guests! āØ
Donāt miss outābring your best pal and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Wildflower BoHo Boutique
Hey ladies, mark your calendars because our 2nd annual Galentine’s Event at Wildflower Boutique is right around the corner!!! šøš Join us on Saturday, February 8th from 12pm-5pm for a day filled with shopping, friends, and fun! Check out our new look, new arrivals, permanent jewelry and charm bar, and shop with our amazing vendors at the fair. And guess what?! Merbella Med Spa will be on site offering Botox treatments! šš¼ Come treat yourself to some pampering, delicious food, drinks, and girl time. Don’t miss out on this fabulous event – see you there!
Petals & Prosecco
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with us at our Petals & Prosecco – Galentine’s Floral Workshop at Wildwood Garden Shoppe & Nursery! Enjoy a fun and creative afternoon designing your own stunning floral arrangement. We’ll provide all the supplies, delicious lite bites, and complimentary Prosecco to toast the occasion. Saturday February 8 from 3pm-5pm.
Galentine’s Culinary Event presented by Food For Thought
Make plans to join us next week for a special culinary event. Guests leave with a box of assorted chocolates and handmade truffles.
February 13 | 6pm-8pm, $85/pp. Visit our website today to secure your seat. š·
Ivy & Ale — Enjoy a Galentine’s Wine & Charcuterie event February 11 @ 5:30pm. $65/pp, RSVP Required!
Galentine’s Day at OM Relaxation Spa
Enjoy a massage or facial, create a signature scent, charcuterie, chocolate, bubbly, prizes and so much more! February 8 & 15th at OM Relaxation Spa!
The Patch Coffee Cafe
Bloom & Brew – on February 15th beginning at 10am til supplies last; for $15, enjoy a 12oz latte and a fresh bouquet.
Galentine’s at the Boardroom
š Join us for a Galantineās themed ladies night, celebrate with your gals and enjoy some specialty cocktails and treats! February 13th 6-9PM šš»šøā„ļøš
Charmology charm bar & Hair Tinsel available!
Family Friendly
Axes & Ice Cream – Come out, throw axes and enjoy a Bigly ice cream donut sandwich on Valentine’s Day! This month’s flavor is Red Velvet.
Fudpuckers – Enjoy a tour of Gator Beach while you learn the ins and outs of alligators of all ages! Stay and feed the alligators and hold a gator, get a photo with one and stay and eat. Valentine’s Day fun for the whole family!
Gift Ideas
Float Brothers Float Spa – Valentine’s Day promotion includes Buy 2 Floats, Get 2 FREE! Give the ultimate gift of Relaxation this Valentine’s Day.
Charcuterie – Instead of flowers, order up a Charcuterie Board from a local company! Choose from meat/cheese, fruit/chocolate, or candy/treats. Some of our favorites: Graze30a, Blue Magnolia, and The BoardChef.
Salty Pop – Order up a custom creation from Salty Pop! With delicious, custom flavors and colors, you can design something special for your someone special.
Spa Day – Give the gift of relaxation with a day at the Spa! Massages, Facials, and more will always be a great gift idea. Some of our favorite spas: The Spa at Silver Shells, Henderson Resort, and Hotel Effie Spa Lilliana.
Chocolate – Shop local at Kilwin’s for your favorite chocolate covered everything, ice cream, fudge and more. Stop by locations at Destin Commons or Grand Boulevard!
Single Events
Helenback Speed Dating
š Speed Dating at Helen Back Pizza Crestview ā Valentineās Day Edition! š
Tired of swiping left? Letās make some real-life connections instead! Join us at Helen Back Pizza on Friday, February 14th @ 7pm, for a fun and low-pressure Speed Dating Night.
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Quick, fun mini-dates
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Icebreaker games to keep things light
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Drink specials and pizza
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A fun night with zero awkward āso what do you do?ā texts the next day
Whether youāre looking for love, a new friend, or just an excuse to get out on Valentineās Day, weāve got you covered. Grab your single friends, bring your best flirting game, and letās see if sparks fly!
North Beach Social – Anti Valentines Day
š FEBRUARY 14 from 6ā9 PM š Join us for āANTI-VALENTINEāS DAY,ā a night to embrace the joy of being unattached and celebrate with great bay views, a Crawfish Boil, Photo Booth, and Live Music by Salt Rock Revival! If the upcoming couplesā holiday has you down, North Beach Social is here to put some pep in your step and a drink in your hand! Everyone is invited to join us on February 14 from 6ā9 PM for our ANTI-VALENTINEāS DAY party, featuring Drink Specials and a special Music Lineup. In case you ARE looking for love (we wonāt judge), weāll also have a wristband system for Singles and the rest, as follows:ā
š Single and Ready to Mingle!ā
š Itās Complicatedā
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Besides Valentine’s Day, there are tons of events, Mardi Gras parades and festivals happening – Click here to see all the Destin Florida events happening in February!