10 Valentine’s Day Events in Downtown DSM for Singles, Couples + Friends
This Valentine’s Day, find plenty of love-inspired events in Downtown Des Moines (DSM). Whether you’re single, celebrating as a couple or looking for something fun to do with your besties, the options below offer something for everyone. Pair painting with a bottle of wine, attend your first burlesque show in the Historic East Village or check out live music events — from a new Broadway hit to a local favorite jazz vocalist performance in the Western Gateway neighborhood.
Valentine Card Class
Thursday, Feb. 9 | 5:30 p.m.
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden (909 Robert D. Ray Dr.)
dmbotanicalgarden.com
My Gnome and Only Studio Session
Saturday, Feb. 11 | 3 – 5 p.m.
Bottle & Bottega by Painting with a Twist (1301 Locust St.)
Admission: $42-52 per person
paintingwithatwist.com
Valentine Painting Workshop with Claire Sedovic
Saturday, Feb. 11 | 5:30 p.m.
Mainframe Studios (900 Keosauqua Way)
Admission: $10 Single, $15 Couple
clairesedovic.com
Valentine’s Day 4-Course Dinner + Drinks
Tuesday, Feb. 14 | Evening
Hoq (303 E. 5th St.)
Admission: $85/Person (Optional Wine Pairings/Special Cocktails/Vegan/Vegetarian/Gluten-Free Options Available)
hoqtable.com
Valentine’s Day Skate + Day After Valentine’s Day Skate
Tuesday, Feb. 14, Wednesday, Feb. 15 | 5 – 9 p.m.
Brenton Skating Plaza (520 Robert D. Ray Dr.)
Admission: BOGO – Two skate for the price of one!
dsm.city
Soultry Sensations Valentine’s Dinner + Burlesque Show
Tuesday, Feb. 14 | 7 – 9:45 p.m.
The Garden Restaurant & Show Lounge (525 E. Grand Ave.)
Admission: $20-75
grdn.com
SIX The Musical
Tuesday, Feb. 14 | 7:30 p.m.
Des Moines Civic Center (221 Walnut St.)
Admission: $40-150
desmoinesperformingarts.org
Valentine’s Day with Max Wellman Featuring Cyd’s Catering
Tuesday, Feb. 14 | 6 – 8 p.m.
Noce (1326 Walnut St.)
Admission: $75-90
nocedsm.com
50 Shades of Green (Birds and the Bees of Flowers and Trees)
Tuesday, Feb. 14 | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden (909 Robert D. Ray Dr.)
Admission: $20 Members, $25 Nonmembers
dmbotanicalgarden.com
Lovers Night Studio Session
Tuesday, Feb. 14 | 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Bottle & Bottega by Painting with a Twist (1301 Locust St.)
Admission: $39-49 per person
paintingwithatwist.com
Don’t forget to shop local for Valentine’s gifts at the likes of Amour, East Village Spa, Chocolaterie Stam and more. Find Downtown DSM shopping recommendations at DSMpartnership.com.
The Greater Des Moines Partnership calendar of events is a one-stop resource for activities taking place throughout the region. Find networking information for Greater Des Moines (DSM) businesses or events specific to Downtown DSM.
Downtown Des Moines (DSM) is a growing, vibrant community that offers the energy, sophistication, housing and attractions of a burgeoning city with a brilliant future. It’s also easy to visit with plentiful and affordable street and ramp parking options.
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