Plan The Ultimate Valentine’s Day In Durham Region With These Flowers, Gifts And Dinner Date Ideas

Love is in the air! To help you celebrate a special Valentine's Day in Durham Region, we've compiled a list of all things local love. Discover date night ideas from upscale dining to next-level desserts and sweets; where to pick the perfect bouquet and shop local for one-of-a-kind gifts; and special events that are bound to make your Valentine’s Day the sweetest ever. 

Pick the perfect bouquet

Left: Aspen Florist | Middle: Mike Gibbs Design and Canter Coffee | Right: Adrienne's Flowers

Flowers are often a go-to gift for a loved one on Valentine’s Day. Check out our list of our favourite flower farms, florists, and markets in Durham Region to get you ready for the occasion. Durham has a variety of florists offering delicately curated bouquets that are perfect for your valentine!

Florists and garden centres in Durham Region

Indulge in delicious local chocolates and sweets

Left and Right: Annina's Bakeshop Café & Catering | Middle: One More Cocoa

Valentine's Day is a great excuse to explore Durham's local chocolatiers and indulge in locally-made chocolates. If you’re looking for something sweet and decadent but less chocolatey, our local cafés and bakeries also offer an assortment of delicious goodies, and often curate sweet boxes so you can try a little bit of everything they have to offer.

Bakeries and sweets in Durham Region

Shop local for the perfect gift

Left: The Port Cheese Co. | Middle: Downtown Port Perry | Right: Slabtown Cider Co.

Discover amazing local shops, meet shop owners and support the community when you shop in Durham for your Valentine this season! You'll be amazed by the vast selection of charming shops, specialty boutiques, local artisan studios and farmers’ markets with beautiful apparel, handmade artisan fare, cool vintage items, unique home décor, and so much more.

Local shopping in Durham Region

Plan a picture-perfect dinner date

Left: Nest at Trail Hub | Middle: Corrado's Restaurant & Bar | Right: PORT Restaurant

Some say that dinner is the most important part of a successfully planned Valentine’s Day. This is the part where we turn it over to the expert chefs in Durham Region! You’ll want to get on this early and make a reservation or pre-order for the special weekend. Offering dine-in, takeout and delivery, there are several spots in Durham Region that can’t wait to make your Valentine’s Day a special one.

Restaurants and eateries in Durham Region

Spoil your S/O with a day of adventure

Left: Brimacombe | Middle: Oshawa Generals at Tribute Communities Centre | Right: Volt Raceway

Looking for a day of adventure with your loved one? Durham Region is home to an abundance of both outdoor and indoor attractions to keep you entertained—no matter the weather. Experience adrenaline-fuelled indoor fun like Archers Battlefield , Durham Escape Rooms, or Volt Raceway. Grab tickets to an Oshawa Generals game and use our Hockey Night in Oshawa guide to make the most of your night out. For the ultimate snow-covered outdoor adventure, enjoy a fast-paced day of skiing and snowboarding at Dagmar Ski Resort or Brimacombe, or hit the slopes for snowtubing at Lakeridge Ski Resort.

Slow down with a day date

Left: Thermea Spa Village Whitby | Middle: Enchanted Crystal Café | Right: The Robert McLaughlin Gallery

Sometimes slow days are the best days. Grab a specialty latte at a locally-loved cafe, like Enchanted Crystal Café, then head to Orono Crown Lands for a breathtaking winter walk. Book a spa day at Thermea Spa Village Whitby and indulge in the relaxation of their thermotherapy facilities, including hot and cold baths, saunas, fireside rest areas, and more. Spend the day exploring the latest art exhibition at The Robert McLaughlin Gallery. There are plenty of ways to enjoy a relaxing day date with your loved one in Durham Region.

Grab tickets to a special event

Left: Regent Theatre | Middle: Durham Distillery | Right: Biltmore Theatre

From paint and wine nights to candlelit concerts, there are no shortage of lovely experiences to spoil your significant other with this Valentine’s Day.

• February 7: Valentine's Day Pop-Up at Markets Ontario
• February 13: Unlucky in Love Valentine's Dance Party For All at BOND|ST Event Centre TwoTwoTwo
• February 13 and 14: Valentine's Cocktail Class at Durham Distillery
• February 14: Candlelight Concert at Biltmore Theatre
• February 14: Jersey Nights Valentine's Day Tribute at Regent Theatre
• February 14: Oshawa FireWolves Game at Tribute Communities Centre
• February 14: Joe Avati at Pickering Casino Resort
• February 14: Cupid’s Cupboard Valentine’s Day Vendors’ Market at Market at 70 King
• February 14: Murder Mystery and Valentine's Dance at Falcon Brewing
• February 14: The Valentine's Collective at Brunch and Co (The Collective Whitby)
• February 14: Kid's Valentine's Party at Bloom and Grow
• February 14: Valentine's Afternoon Tea at Marito's Coffee & Things

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Looking for more date ideas to enjoy this Valentine's Day? Check out our list of Galentine's Day Date Ideas, and don't forget to tag @DurhamTourism in all your love stories around the region.

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