OUR ANNUAL GUIDE TO THE BEST THINGS TO DO FOR VALENTINE’S DAY IN ORLANDO!
It’s time to celebrate the most romantic holiday of the year! Have you started planning yet? If not, look no further than our official guide to things to do for Valentine’s Day in Orlando 2023. There’s something for every couple to enjoy in the city this year, from exciting events to dinner deals, romantic staycations and more.
Below you’ll find 50+ ideas for Valentine’s Day divided into these categories:
- Top Picks
- Things to do Valentine's Day Weekend
- FREE Things to Do
- Valentine's Day Dinners
- Best Orlando Spas for Valentine's Day
- Valentine's Day Gift Ideas
- Valentine's Day Hotel Packages
Bonus Ideas: Romantic Spots at Disney Springs For Valentine’s Day or keep it low-key with these Coffee Shops in Orlando for Valentine's Day.
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TOP PICKS: Valentine's Day Events in Orlando
Love Spell at ICEBAR Orlando
Take your pick of multiple Valentine's Day weekend packages available at ICEBAR Orlando. Packages range in price from $50 for Cupid's solo to $95 – $400 and there's even a special Galentine offering.
Our favorite packages for couples include:
- Be Mine: 2 ICEBAR entries, 2 ICEBAR signature drinks, 2 glasses of house Champagne with chocolate covered strawberries, complimentary photos; $95+
- Dose of Romance: Reserved general seating, 1 bottle of house wine or Champagne, 2 ICEBAR entries, 2 fur coat upgrades, 2 ICEBAR signature drinks and 2 Fire Lounge signature drinks, 2 Fire Lounge food selections, complimentary photos, plus roses and desserts; $165+
- Love Potion VIP: Reserved VIP area in the Fire Lounge, 1 bottle of Moet, 1 charcuterie board starter, plus everything in the Dose of Romance package; $275+
Horse-Drawn Carriage Tours in Downtown Winter Garden
February 14, 2023 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Tour experience departs every 20 minutes
SOUL Haven Ranch is offering private horse drawn carriage rides. Cuddle up as you take in Winter Garden’s charming twinkling lights and sights all along Plant Street on the 20-minute tour.
Tours depart from the Downtown Pavilion at 104 S. Lakeview Ave.
The cost is $115 per tour, with the carriage accommodating up to 4 adults. Tours are available between 5:30-9:30pm. Call 407-509-1981 to book.
TOP PICKS: Valentine's Day Dinner in Orlando
Here are just a few options for the big night. You can explore all the options in our guide to Orlando's Most Romantic Restaurants for Valentine's Day.
Wine Riffs
Friday, February 10, 7-10pm
At Wine Riffs, enjoy a multi-sensory six-course experience, featuring an expertly curated mix of wine, food, and music that only Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando can deliver. Enjoy delectable items like Citrus Poached Jumbo Shrimp, perfectly braised Lamb Shank and an impossibly creamy Dark Chocolate Pot de Crème paired with a refreshing Sauvignon Blanc, a rich Red Blend and a bold Cabernet Sauvignon. Your palate will be singing like a rock star by the end of the night! You won’t want to miss it!
Enzian's Valentine's Day Dinner
Catch a classic romance flick at our favorite independent theater plus enjoy a romantic meal! Enzian's annual Valentine's dining experience is one of our favorites!
Valentine’s 2023 at Enzian features Moonstruck (1987).
Explore all the options in our guide to Orlando's Most Romantic Restaurants for Valentine's Day.
Things to do for Valentine's Day (February 9 – 17, 2023)
Here are just a few events. You can explore all the options in our guide to Fun Valentine's Day Events in Orlando.
Want to save some money? Jump over to our list of FREE Things to Do This Valentine's Day
Harbor Nights Romantico
Friday, February 17, 6:30-9pm
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel presents Harbor Nights Romantico, a lively event on the Harbor Piazza featuring wines, chef-inspired food stations and a live band. It’s an authentic Italian evening set beside a picturesque harbor that’s perfect for a date night or a fun night out with friends.
Orlando Ballet presents Moulin Rouge
February 9–12, 2023, 2pm and 7:30pm
Steinmetz Hall at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
The spirit of Paris and the world’s most famous cabaret, the Moulin Rouge, come to life in an evening of passion, betrayal, love, and high-energy can-can. Step into the romantic world as Jorden Morris’ original work, Moulin Rouge®The Ballet returns for a full staging.
Tickets $25 and up
2023 Love Your Shorts Film Festival
February 9 – 12, 2023
Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center, Sanford
Annual showcase of short films from Florida and around the world.
$10/ film block or $75/weekend pass
407 Food Fair: Sweet & Spicy
Saturday, February 11, 12pm – 6pm
Ivanhoe Park Brewing
Sample the food offerings from 12-20 food vendors and shop from local vendors while enjoying the views and brewing of Ivanhoe Park Brewing
No cover – food and beverage cost vary
Valentine's Movie Night – Movie: As Good As It Gets
Tuesday, February 14, 7:30pm
Leu Gardens
Gardens open at 6:00 p.m., Movie time 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy an outdoor movie in Orlando’s most beautiful garden. Pack a dinner picnic basket and seating, alcohol is permitted. Online purchase required.
Please arrive 30 minutes prior to movie time due to location of the movie area in the gardens.
Cost: $7 adult, $5 child (4-17 years of age), plus tax and online fees.
Tickets available online starting February 6, 2023 until capacity.
Anti-Valentine's Day Party at Boxi Park
Tuesday, February 14, 6pm
Boxi Park, Lake Nona
Grab your friends and leave the red and the hearts at home. Your ticket includes a welcome cocktail.
This event is 21+.
$10
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Valentine's Day Dinners
Harbor Nights Romantico
Friday, February 17, 6:30pm
LOEWS PORTOFINO BAY HOTEL AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO
A lively event on the Harbor Piazza featuring wines, chef-inspired food stations and a live band
Adults 21+ only
$79 – $109 per person
International Drive/Dr. Phillips Area
Taverna Opa
February 10 – 14
Pointe Orlando
Celebrate eternal love with a tasty Greek feast for two! Enjoy a four-course Greek dinner plus live belly dancing. Reservations highly recommended; book online or by calling 407-351-8660.
$95 per couple, plus tax & gratuity
Tapa Toro
Dine-in: February 10 – 14
Four-course surf & turf meal for two plus live flamenco entertainment.
$95 per couple for four-course meal, plus tax & gratuity
A Land Remembered
February 11 – 14
Rosen Shingle Creek
Four-course menu with complimentary champagne and rose. Call (407) 996-3663 to reserve.
$99.95/person
Cala Bella
February 11 – 14
Rosen Shingle Creek
Four-course Italian menu with complimentary champagne and rose. Call (407) 996-3663 to reserve.
$85.95/person
Vines Grill & Wine Bar
February 14, 5pm
Decadent Valentine's Day dinner menu including surf & turf special for two and live music. Reservations available online.
A la cart; surf & turf for two $180/couple
Cuba Libre
February 14, 5pm – 9pm
Special Valentine's Dinner Menu with romantic Coconut Tres Leches with a “coffee-liqueur-coladita” shot
Related: Orlando’s Most Romantic Restaurants for Valentine's Day
Orlando
Bites & Bubbles
February 14
Special Valentine's Day menu available for dine-in with first level or rooftop seating.
$105 per person for first floor dining
$150 per person for rooftop dining
Reyes Mezcaleria
February 14 2023
Enjoy a special Valentine's Day edition of Reyes' ongoing En la Mesa dinner series. Chef Wendy is serving a beautiful, date-worthy, six-course menu paired with wine and cocktails.
$150 per person; includes drink pairings
The Osprey
February 14 2023
Extravagant three-course seafood menu with the option to indulge in oysters, caviar and prime NY strip.
$65/person
Winter Park
VINIA Wine & Kitchen
Fabio's Table – Valentine's Day Special
February 14, expected to sell out
Valentine's Month Wine Dinners available select Saturdays, 6pm and 8pm
$85 per person (Valentine's Day $100 per person)
The Alfond Inn Valentine's Experience Under the Stars
February 14, 7pm
This annual Valentine's Day event includes complimentary champagne, dinner on the Courtyard Lawn, and live entertainment. Complimentary valet parking included.
$119 per person
Disney Springs Valentine's Day Dinners
- Appetizer- 5 spice candied Ice fish “SHIRAUO AMEDAKI” – $18 (Japanese ice fish , 5 spice powder, Tobanjan and Ginger)
- Entree – Whole lobster lo mein noodle XO sauce – $50 (Whole lobster, lo mein noodle, Bok choy and Seafood XO sauce)
- Entree – Red Miso Glazed Faroe Island Salmon – $39 (Bok choy, Shaoxing gastrique, grilled rice cake and Morimoto duck broth)
- Entrée- Butter poached lobster linguine – $42 (Sauteed broccolini, blistered, maine lobster, pistachio cream sauce)
- Dessert – Chocolate covered bacon – $22
Related: The Most Romantic Spots in Walt Disney World
Paddlefish
Chef's Special creation of Cupid’s Ravioli – lobster and ricotta filled pasta, crab meat, pink sauce.
A la carte
Enzo's Hideaway
Specialty cocktails available beginning February 1, plus special dinner features available only on Valentine's Day.
A la carte
Surrounding Areas
Four Flamingos
February 14, 2023
Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress
Four-course dining menu carefully curated for Valentine’s Day, regular a la carte dining will not be available; reserve online
$175 per person plus tax and gratuity
Cress Restaurant – DeLand
February 11 – 14
Three-course dinner menu
$53 – $70 per couple
Canvas Restaurant and Market
February 10 – 14
Lake Nona
Special Valentine's Day features available in addition to regular menu
A la carte
Chroma
February 10 – 14
Lake Nona
Special Valentine's Day features available in addition to regular menu
A la carte
Best Orlando Spas for Valentine's Day
A day at the spa is the ultimate romantic outing for Valentine's Day. You both will be able to relax and rejuvenate the body and the relationship.
From couples' massages to romantic atmospheres, we've got you covered in our list of the Best Orlando Spas for Valentine’s Day.
Gifts Ideas for Valentine's Day
Around here we prefer experiences as gifts, rather than things. Still, there's just something about Valentine's Day that makes showing up with chocolates and flowers so irresistible.
Explore the best Chocolate Shops in Orlando to order gourmet chocolates and chocolate-dipped specialties. 
Image credit: David Ramirez Chocolates
Gorgeous flowers are a classic Valentine's Day idea. Let romance blossom with our guide to the best Orlando florists for Valentine's Day.
Valentine's Day Weekend Hotel Packages
Castle Hotel
8629 International Drive, Orlando, Florida
Romance Package includes:
- Overnight accommodations
- Bottle of wine and chocolate-covered strawberries
- Delicious breakfast in bed for two (up to $40 value, gratuity not included).
- Late checkout
- Complimentary parking
- Promotional Code: LVU
- Available for select stays between August 12, 2022 and July 31, 2023 will receive:
Call 407-345-1511 for details and reservations.
JW MARRIOTT ORLANDO, GRANDE LAKES
4040 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando, Florida
Grande Escape Package:
- Overnight Accommodations
- $25 Daily Resort Credit
- Complimentary Self Parking
- Promotional Code: D3Q
- Valid Stay Dates: November 7, 2022 – March 31, 2023
Jump over to our complete list of Valentine's Day Hotel Packages
Heading to Tampa for Valentine’s Day or the weekend? Be sure to check out Tampa Bay Date Night Guide’s Best Valentine’s Day Ever Guide.
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Feature image credit: Reyes Mezcaleria