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Here’s Where To Take Your Plus One On Valentine’s Day In Brisbane

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Congratulations, your significant other is officially in luck if you find yourself here, pre-14 February, prepping and plotting for the ultimate celebration on our beloved romantic occasion—Valentine's Day. Fear not, we're here to spill the beans on all the delightful treats Brisbane has lined up for expressing your love in countless ways this year.

Whether you’re sharing the day with your partner, besties, family, or enjoying some quality ‘me time,’ read on for the best activities and places in Brisbane to bask in the love that's simply in the air.

Valentine's Day Events 

Romantic Flicks At Moonlight Cinemas

Take Netflix and chill to another level at the Moonlight Cinemas in Roma Street Parkland. Grab a picnic blanket, another blanket to keep you warm, and grab your favourite person to watch hot people fall in love on the big screen. V Day itself will have a screening of cult-classic 10 Things I Hate About You, but if that’s not your speed, come another day in the week for your fix of romance with movies like The Notebook, How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days, Twilight, We Live In Time and the long-awaited third installment of Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy

When: A Week Of Romance screenings from 12-16 February
Where: Moonlight Cinema, Roma Street Parklands
Find out more here.

Mystery Picnic Date

It’s Valentine’s Day, you and your partner are looking for a lil element of surprise on your usual picnic date. Well, here is the answer to your picnic prayers: the New Farm Mystery Picnic Date. For just $150, this all-inclusive adventure for two promises a delectable spread of platter-style goodies from local artisans. But here's the twist: you embark on a gourmet scavenger hunt to collect your special picnic feast. Solve clues, tantalise your taste buds, and unveil a secret picnic spot that's Instagram-worthy. Can’t spare a few hours on a Friday? It’s available every weekend too…

When: Start between 11am–1pm, available every day
Where: New Farm
Find out more here.

CJ Hendry Flowers And Champagne At Ping Pong 

If you, like us, stalked every moment of artist CJ Hendry's flower market pop-up in New York last year, but didn't manage to get your hands on one of the fabric flowers despite endlessly refreshing the online store, this dinner is for you. Ping Ping will be handing out a complimentary CJ Hendry flower from the pop-up to the first 120 couples who dine on Valentine's Day, from lunch through to dinner, along with a complimentary glass of champagne each. The only catch is that you have to spend at least $90 per person on your dinner—but with their menu of flavoursome Thai feeds and frozen slushie cocktails, that won't be hard. Book yourself in and get the details here

When: From 11.30am-2.30pm and 5pm until late, Wednesday 14 February
Where: Ping Pong, Newstead 
Find out more here.

Candlelight Concert


Image credit: Candlelight Concerts | Facebook

Embrace the art of eternal flame-keeping this Valentine's Day by cradling your heart in the gentle glow of candle lights. Picture this: a romantic rendezvous serenaded by the dulcet tones of cupids playing timeless love songs from classic films. Priced from $44 per person, you can bring your significant other, friends, or just revel in your own company—because this night is all about basking in oh-so-romantic melodies and flickering candle lights.

When: 6.30 and 8.30pm, Friday 14 February
Where: St John's Anglican Cathedral, Brisbane CBD
Find out more here.

Blanc De Blanc Encore At The West End Electric

Champagne, sparkling comedy and big dance numbers–that's our secret formula for a good mood post-Valentine’s Day date. Blanc De Blanc Encore at The West End Electric ticks all those boxes, with a dazzling champagne-inspired cabaret show that features risque humour, spectacular aerials and more. Tickets start from $125pp, but if you want to go all out, you can book The Parlour and watch the entire show from the comfort of a VIP hot tub, with plush Blanc bathrobes and a dedicated changing area. 

When: 6pm and 8.45pm, Friday 14 February
Where: The West End Electric, West End
Find out more here.

The Jetty’s Riverside Picnics


Image credit: The Jetty | Supplied 

No romantic date is more traditional than a good ol’ picnic. But you know what’s better? A picnic you don’t have to plan. The Jetty in South Bank has officially got you covered with their beautifully made charcuterie board, featuring antipasto, hummus, spiced sweetcorn fritters and dessert for $110 per picnic. Just bring a rug and you can set yourself up down at River Quay, overlooking the glorious city views—you can even bring along a bottle of wine to sip alongside. The picnics are available all weekend, just book here

The Details

When: Friday 14-Sunday 16 February 
Where: The Jetty, South Bank 
Find out more here.

An Ancient Egyptian Valentine’s Day 

Go back in time this Valentine’s Day, with an after hours session at the Queensland Museum’s Discovering Ancient Egypt exhibition for the occasion. With extended hours from 5pm-8.30pm and a pop-up bar available, you can impress your date with your mediocre knowledge of mummy knowledge or hieroglyph reading skills, and maybe hop over to Fish Lane for dinner afterwards. 

When: 5pm-8.30pm, Wednesday 14 February 
Where: Queensland Museum, South Brisbane 
Find out more here.

Valentine's Day Activities

Book A Romantic Getaway

If the routine boxes of favourites and a classic bouquet are starting to feel a tad stale, it's time to level up by surprising your better half with a romantic getaway. Whether you prefer to stay close to home or get out of town, we’ve got the list for you—you’ll find Brisbane’s best hotels for a staycation here, or the best romantic getaways within two hours of the city here. Our top pick though has to be one of the lush Spicers retreats—Spicers Clovelly is getting into the spirit of things with an In-Room Bath Butler Experience in their Spa and Montville Suites available year round (contact them to book), while at Spicers Hidden Vale you can get an elegant horse-drawn carraige ride to dinner at Homage. 

Soak Up A Couple’s Spa Day

Immerse yourselves in stunning spas with top-notch services to have you and your date relaxing, unwinding, and rejuvenating—because what better way to get charged up on this special day? Behold, our curated list of the crème de la crème of Brisbane day spas for your romantic rendezvous. A spa date is foolproof, it not only does you a solid in self-care but also gives your relationship a little extra TLC. So, let the bubbles flow, mingle in bliss, and make it an affair you’ll both remember.

Wine And Dine At A Romantic Restaurant


Image credit: Rogue Bistro | Grace Elizabeth Smith

One thing guaranteed to thaw even the iciest hearts: indulging in mouthwatering delights amidst the most romantically charged restaurants in Brisbane. If you haven't unearthed these hidden gems yet, worry not as we've donned our investigative hats and penned a full list of some restaurants to elevate your Valentine's Day date night this year. So, let's ditch the small talk and dive into the real conversation over glasses of romantic wine and dine, shall we?

Play A Round Of Mini Golf

Takeaway and a romcom binge? Cute, but this year, let's dial up the romance with a twist of sporty couple goals. Grab those scorecards and practise your trash talks (apparently, the new love language), because we're about to spill the beans on all the mini-golf spots across town that are absolute favourites. Get ready to putt your way into each other's hearts this V-Day at the best putt putt courses in Brisbane.

Have A Picnic On The River

If parks aren't your scene and the Brisbane River holds a special spot in your hearts, then this one's a boatload of fun for you. Cruising on a GoBoat is as close as we’ll get to taking a sailing boat out in the bay without an actual boat licence—these vessels move at a snail's pace, giving you a whole new river-picnic experience. Pack up the esky, bring your date and even the hairiest member of your little family (your pet, not the boyfie) for a BYO picnic on board. Get the lowdown on cruising fun right here.

Looking for more ideas for Valentine's Day in Brisbane? Check out these date ideas.

Image credit: Urban List | Supplied 

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