18 Valentine’s Day Date Ideas and Events–for Families and Couples!

Love is in the air, which means you might be in need of a few Valentine’s Day ideas! Are you looking for romance? If so, we’ve got you covered. Have a limited budget? No problem! Want some cute and cuddly, family date ideas? If so, we’re on top of that! Need to find a special restaurant deal? Yep, you’ll find that here too! Keep reading to learn about 18 awesome Valentine’s Day ideas for families and couples in the Terre Haute area!

Terre Haute Valentine's Day ideas--for couples AND families!

Date Ideas For Couples

(Some of these ideas could be great for a mommy/son or daddy/daughter date!)

Cupcake decorating station at Barnes and Noble. FREE! February 6. 5-7:30 p.m. All ages welcome.

Valentine’s Day Photo booth at Mic’s Pics. February 6. 5:30-8:30 p.m. 2 5×7 prints for $10.

Chocolate making at the Vigo County Public library. February 6. 6:00-7:00 p.m. Event is free, but seating is limited and reserved. Call 232-1116 to reserve your spot.

Carriage Rides from P&T Carriage Rides.   Valentine’s Day Weekend 2015 (13, 14, 15). Romance your sweetheart this year with a horse-drawn carriage ride for a Valentine’s surprise! Call Larry Sample today at (812) 870-6103 to discuss options and pricing.

Pottery Class for Couples. February 13 & 14 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

Street Corner Symphony Valentine’s Day dance at The Meeting Grounds.  Friday, Feb 13th. 7-10 p.m.

*FEATURED EVENT: Street Corner Symphony a capella group at Hatfield Hall. February 13. 7:30 and 10:00 p.m. $20 for youth tickets and $25 for adults.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at White Castle. February 14. Enjoy a romantic evening with table service. Call for reservations.

Take your date to Chick-Fil-A.  February 14. Dine with your valentine at a table set especially for you. Music by Louie Popejoy. Your meal is the only cost. Space is limited;  reservations required. If you would like to double date with another couple, please RSVP and call our store (812-232-3675).

Dinner and a movie (Breakfast at Tiffany’s) at the Indiana Theatre. February 14. $25 for dinner (cocktails start at 6 p.m.) and $5 for movie (9 p.m.).

Murder Mystery Theater in Clinton, IN. February 14. $35 per person–includes meal and show.  Call 765-832-6762 or 812-243-5682.

Just for Kids

Kids’ Night Out at the Terre Haute Children’s Museum. Friday, Feb. 6.  Opportunity for kids ages 5 and up to enjoy an evening of art and fun at the Children’s Museum while their parents enjoy a kid-free night for themselves! $35 per child, and includes dinner and the take-home art project.

Zentangles art class for siblings ages 8-18 at the Torner Center. February 13. 3:30-5 p.m. $15 per family (for two children). $3 for additional siblings.  For more details call Torner Center at 812-232-0147.

Parents’ Night Out at Illiana Gymnastics Complex February 14. Open gym, popcorn, and a movie from 6:00-10:00 pm. The best part is that it is only $10!

Valentine’s Day party at ISU Barnes and Noble. February 14. 2-4 p.m. Cupcake decorating station, send a hug, candy necklace making, heart hats, valentine glasses, and more. FREE! Children of all ages welcome. Recommended for 4-8.

Make a Sweetheart Picture Holder at Lowe’s Build and Grow. February 14. 10:00 a.m. FREE!

Valentine’s Day Restaurant Specials

Heart-Shaped Pizzas at The Greathouse of Pizza in Casey, Illinois. $22.99. Heart-Shaped Pizza, Garlic Knots, 2 Glasses of Wine or 2 Beers of your choice (dine in only)

Check out the following deals being offered during Downtown Terre Haute First Friday on February 6th!

  • Two cafe beverages and a slice of cheesecake factory cheesecake to share at Barnes and Noble.  5-8 p.m. $10.
  • Buy a 20 oz Mocha and get a FREE “Best Chocolate in Town” turtle. 5-9 p.m. The Corner Grind. 
  • 3 topping, 14″ heart-shaped pizza and breadsticks with cheese. $16.50. Rollie’s Pizza. 

We want EVERYONE to find plenty of Valentine’s Day ideas in Terre Haute! If you find this post useful,  please pass it along to friends, family, and coworkers.

*We happily accepted tickets from Hatfield Hall in exchange for this feature!