What to do in Charlottesville for Valentine's week 2024
Looking for something fun to do with your sweetheart for Valentine's Day? Check out our list of Prix Fixe dinner options and events around town! From 5-course dinners, to wine and dessert pairings, to Taylor Swift dance parties - there's a little something for everyone!
Friday, February 9th
February 9th Winter Wine Dinner. 4 course dinner curated by Chef Victoria Cosner featuring seafood delights and decadent dishes coupled with Pippin Hill wine.
Early Mountain - Friday - Sunday Prix Fixe Menu crafted by executive Chef Tim Moore and Wine Director Michael Cain Seay, this culinary experience offers a journey through the best of the season, with each dish thoughtfully paired with Virginia wines.
Saturday, February 10th
Mount Ida - Four Course dinner - 3 seatings 6pm, 6:30pm, 7pm
Early Mountain - Friday - Sunday Prix Fixe Menu crafted by executive Chef Tim Moore and Wine Director Michael Cain Seay, this culinary experience offers a journey through the best of the season, with each dish thoughtfully paired with Virginia wines.
Saturday, February 10th
Quirk Hotel Charlottesville - 8pm Taylor Swift Galentines Dance Party. Dance and sing to songs from Taylor Swift’s discography, sip on a TS-themed drink, and craft at the friendship bracelet station at Quirk’s Rooftop. 21+, $10
Early Mountain - Friday - Sunday Prix Fixe Menu crafted by executive Chef Tim Moore and Wine Director Michael Cain Seay, this culinary experience offers a journey through the best of the season, with each dish thoughtfully paired with Virginia wines.
Sunday, February 11th
Mount Ida - Galentines Artisan Market - Browse goods from local artisans in their Lodge. Stop by the Tasting Room for Sunday Brunch all day.
Early Mountain - Friday - Sunday Prix Fixe Menu crafted by executive Chef Tim Moore and Wine Director Michael Cain Seay, this culinary experience offers a journey through the best of the season, with each dish thoughtfully paired with Virginia wines.
Birch and Bloom - Galentine's Malibu Brunch 11am-2pm, Featuring a live DJ and special drink and food offerings. Everyone gets a rose, glass of rosé that is!
Tuesday, February 13th
Agents in Style - Style Sips Galentines Day with Chef Amy. Bring your Galentine! The downtown mall shop will be hosting Chef Amy from "As You Please Personal Chef Service" - come sample some of her delicious creations. Learn a bit about how you can simplify your life with her expert services, whether it's for you or a loved one on a regular basis or for a special event. They will have bubbly from Harmony Wine and time for shopping. Come support a new local small business and have some fun!
Wednesday, February 14th
Tonic - 3 course Prix Fixe, table favors
The Clifton 1799 - 5-course dinner menu
Pink Grouse - $49 Prix Fixe Menu on Valentines Day or dine anytime February 9th-18th and enjoy Valentines specials a la carte
Quirk Rooftop - Bachata and Salsa dancing on the roof on Valentines day. Join C-ville Bachata Social on Wednesday nights on the Rooftop for dancing, drinks, food, and beautiful sunset views. Dancers of all levels encouraged to attend!
Cake Bloom - 12-6pm - Gather your loved ones and join us on Wednesday, February 14th for a special all-day hot chocolate tasting event. For just $20 per person, enjoy a sampler board of hot chocolate (Classic Dark, Peppermint, and S'mores) alongside a selection of sweet treats. Additional drinks and a light lunch menu will be available for additional purchase.
Birch and Bloom - 3 course/$65 per person, available February 14-17
MarieBette Cafe and Bakery - "Love Elixir" Hot Chocolate and heart shaped pithiviers!
Blue Mountain Brewery - Heart shaped pizzas all day! Whether you bring your sweetheart to the Afton Brewpub for a date-night or make it a romantic evening at home, everybody knows that heart-shaped pizza tastes better!
The Alley Light
6pm and 8:30pm seatings. $80 p/person, 4 course tasting menu
Old Metropolitan Hall - Indulge in a truly unique tasting experience in the heart of Charlottesville. Their newly reopened Library hidden below historic buildings on Charlottesville's Downtown Mall is an intimate setting for Valentine's Day festivities - lowlights and whispers behind a bookshelf facade. Treat your sweetheart to an assortment of decadent desserts from bakers across Charlottesville. Each dessert on the flight is paired with a carefully curated selection of wines from the sommeliers at the Wine Guild of Charlottesville.
Desserts -
Bonnie & Reade: Flourless Chocolate Torte, raspberry mousse, white chocolate pearls, passion fruit sauce
Cake Bloom: Vanilla Cheesecake with Raspberry Swirl
Sliced Cake Bar: Spirit Infused Truffles: Limoncello: Lemon cake with Limoncello
Albemarle Baking Company: Raspberry & Ganache Macaron
Week of February 14th
Birch and Bloom - 3 course/$65 per person, available February 14-17
Lovingston Winery - Valentines Macaron & Wine Pairing February 14-18
Pippin Hill - February 9th-14th, Chocolate and wine pairing featuring a specialty Valentine's wine flight and delectable chocolates crafted by Chef Victoria.