Let's get Romantic Calgary!
Perhaps Calgary is not known as the city of love, but hey, maybe I can fix that for you with this fun idea guide. 💕
Find romantic restaurants, activities, sweet treats, and sample lists of events for couples, singles, and galentine's. And of course, you can see more events listed on my events calendar.
I also included an Anti-Valentine's Day section for the haters! 😤 Something for everybody. 😃
Sarah 💖
6 Romantic Restaurants in Calgary
1) Cassis Bistro
2) Frenchie Wine Bar
2) Frenchie Wine Bar
Indulge in gourmet French fare at this intimate and award-winning spot.
2) Frenchie Wine Bar
2) Frenchie Wine Bar
2) Frenchie Wine Bar
This is the spot for a memorable conversation, paired with an eclectic wine selection and the irresistible charm of rich, gooey, melt-in-your-mouth cheese fondue.
3) Orchard
2) Frenchie Wine Bar
4) Calgary Tower
One of Calgary's most beautiful restaurants. Enough said.
4) Calgary Tower
5) Yellow Door Bistro at Hotel Arts
4) Calgary Tower
Did you forget about this quintessential Calgary spot? Get sweeping romantic views of the city from the top of the Calgary tower.
5) Yellow Door Bistro at Hotel Arts
5) Yellow Door Bistro at Hotel Arts
5) Yellow Door Bistro at Hotel Arts
A classic elegance that won't disappoint. Experience high quality food in an upscale trendy environment.
6) Pat & Betty
5) Yellow Door Bistro at Hotel Arts
5) Yellow Door Bistro at Hotel Arts
Share small plates, drink bubbly and get cozy at this well-loved downtown restaurant. Plus, did you know they do caviar service?
Find the Sweetest Treats in Calgary
1) Savour pink Valentine's macaron's from Ollia
1) Savour pink Valentine's macaron's from Ollia
1) Savour pink Valentine's macaron's from Ollia
Yummy and oh so cute!
2) Enjoy sweet pastries at Sucre French Bakery
1) Savour pink Valentine's macaron's from Ollia
1) Savour pink Valentine's macaron's from Ollia
Can't go wrong with fresh baked goods from this French-inspired coffee shop and bakery.
3) Pick up a sweet pink treat from Crave
1) Savour pink Valentine's macaron's from Ollia
4) Pick out a heart-shaped treat at 8 Cakes
Heart-shaped cookies, cakes and cupcakes 💕
4) Pick out a heart-shaped treat at 8 Cakes
6) Gerard Bertrand 'Cote des Roses' at Willow Park Wines
4) Pick out a heart-shaped treat at 8 Cakes
Grab a cake, treat box, bear bonbon, or heart cookie
5) Valentine's Candy Gift Basket at Gummi Boutique
6) Gerard Bertrand 'Cote des Roses' at Willow Park Wines
6) Gerard Bertrand 'Cote des Roses' at Willow Park Wines
For those who love the classics, and have a sweet tooth, this could be it!
6) Gerard Bertrand 'Cote des Roses' at Willow Park Wines
6) Gerard Bertrand 'Cote des Roses' at Willow Park Wines
6) Gerard Bertrand 'Cote des Roses' at Willow Park Wines
Willow Park Wines has the perfect Valentine's Rosé in a bouquet shaped bottle.
Romantic Valentine's Activities
🐧 Penguin Walk at The Calgary Zoo
Did you know? - Penguins often dance for joy at the sight of someone they love.
☕ I Love You Coffee Shop
Looking for a charming SoHo-style jazz record café that sparks conversation? Look no further than I Love You Coffee This cozy spot is a haven for music lovers, featuring an impressive collection of Japanese jazz records that are as captivating to browse as they are to listen to while you wait for your handcrafted, specialty drink - delivered with care.
🍽️ A Taste The City Valentine's Day Foodie Adventure
Who needs chocolate and romance when you can eat great food in comfort while on a guided foodie adventure? Book a foodie tasting adventure you soon won't forget! 💗🔍
Valentine's for Couples
💖 Lean into the lovey dovey 💖
Mix up your Valentine's routine with one of these sweet local events.
- Valentine's Day Dinner in Reel Time at Delta Hotel on Feb 14
- An Italian Valentine's Dinner (set menu) at Lina's on Feb 14 ($60 per person)
- Valentines Day Cocktail Class at Two Rivers Distillery on Feb 14
- The Psychology of Sex: Valentine's Day Workshop for Couples on Feb 14 at Hillhurst Community Association
- Wild After Hours: In the Heat of the Night At The Calgary Zoo (18+) on Feb 13
- Valentine's Dinner (set menu) at Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant on Feb 14 ($100 per person)
Valentine's for the gals
💗 We love Galentine's! 💗
Here are some ideas for cute friendship inspired events with the besties.
- Rose Mi Amor at Willow Park Wines
- I pink I love you! .. & Rose - DIY Flower arranging workshop at Flower Aura
- Village Sessions with Yavè: Galentine's and Palentine's at Village Brewery
- Girls' night out: Galentine's Edition! at The Cookbook company
- Galentine’s Afternoon Tea at Lougheed House
- Galentine's Celebration at Moonlight & Eli
- Galentine's Day Benefiting I Can for Kids at Borough Bar & Grill
- Bath Bombs and Bubbly - GALENTINE'S EDITION at Without Co
- Galentine's Celebration & Self-Care Night at Bloom Culture
- Galentine's Group Reading with Michelle at Inglewood Community Association
- Galentine's Drag Show at Brewster's Crowfoot
- YYC Galentine's Movie Night at Como Se Dice Studios
- Galentine's Brunch - Drag + Clay + Rosé at Canopy Studios
Valentine's for singles
💕 Single and wanting to mingle? 💕
Being single is rad, but in case you're wanting to mingle, here are some fun upcoming dating events!
- Speed Dating (Age 20-29) at Hitman's Bar Feb 14)
- Speed Dating: Valentines Special at Velvet Room YYC (Feb 15)
- Valentine's Afro Club Crawl (Feb 16)
- Speed Dating (Age 34-43) at Courtyard (Feb 14)
- Speed Dating (Age 25-39) at Dorset Pub (Feb 1)
- Tantra Speed Date at Evolved Movement Arts (Feb 7)
- Love Songs Name That Tune & Trivia at The King's Head (Feb 5) (not a dating event, but hey you never know who you'll meet)
- Pizza Dough Class at Lina's (Feb 13) (also not a dating event, but good way to meet people)
- A Venetian Masked Ball at Lina's Market (not a single's event, but you never know!)
Valentine's for the HAters
🖤 Anti-Valentine's Day Activities 🖤
Do you hate valentines?! Us too! Just kidding, we love it, but hey we support your hate! Here are some fun anti-valentine's day ideas.
- Anti-Valentines - The Rocky Horror Picture Show Experience in Canmore (Feb 15)
- Deadly Murder at Vertigo Theatre (Feb 1-Mar 2)
- Darlings of Disaster Anti-Valentines Concert at Congress Coffee (Feb 14)
- Or you can always smash your rage out at the Rage Zone for cathartic release!
