Love is in the Air: Celebrate Valentine's Day in Downtown Tempe đź’Śđź’—
Categories FOOD & DRINK SHOPPING THINGS TO DO
Find your Moment To Love! From rooftop dinners and candle-making dates to Valentine Tea steeped in charm, Downtown Tempe has all the feels. Fall head over heels for everything lined up for Valentine's Day in Downtown Tempe!
FROM OMNI, WITH LOVE - SPECIAL BOOKING OFFERS
February 13-14, 2026: Valentine’s at Neighborhood Services Bar + Restaurant
February 13-14, 2026 from 11 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Enjoy a three-course Valentine’s dinner at Neighborhood Services, February 13–14. Choose from seasonal starters, short rib, sea bass, or mushroom tart, finish with panna cotta, and toast the night with festive, love-inspired cocktails. Pricing is $68 per guest, $92 with a beverage pairing.
February 13-14, 2026: Valentine’s at Lucero Rooftop Lounge & Terrace
Toast to love at Lucero, February 13–14, with Champagne, refined small plates, and rooftop views. Share scallop tartare, Ibérico pork, and Wagyu sirloin, then linger over bubbles as the city glows—an elevated Valentine’s night made for romance.
Starlight Screenings at Lucero Rooftop Lounge & Terrace
Every Thursday in February, Lucero sets the scene with Starlight Screenings—romantic classics, rooftop views, and love-inspired bites and cocktails. Sip, share, and watch your favorite love stories unfold under the stars.
- Feb 5th Romeo and Juliet
- Feb 12th The Notebook
- Feb 19th The Notebook
- Feb 26th Casablanca
Experiences You’ll Adore
Alter Ego - 108 E University Drive
Paint Your Partner: Paint your partner's portrait on February 12, at 7 p.m. This pre-Valentine’s celebration is the perfect way to spend a fun evening with delicious food and great company. Kick off your weekend with good vibes, laughter, and creativity, perfect for couples and friends to score big in love and art!
Retail Therapy AZ - 522 S Mill Ave
Celebrate Valentine's Day at Retail Therapy AZ, at a celebration all about LOVE + LOCAL. On FEB 14th from 12pm - 4pm, enjoy a flower bar with "Adalene's Paradise." There will also be FREE limited edition tote bags and collectible gift for the first 50 customers. For anyone participating in an activation, you can receive 10% off at Retail Therapy AZ. How LOVEly is that?
Hackett House AZ - 95 W. 4th Street
Sip, savor, and step back in time with an elegant Valentine Tea at Hackett House on February 8, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Wouldn’t you like to slow down the pace of modern life for a few hours? Attend the Valentine tea at the historic Hackett House. Depending on the weather, it may be on the beautiful patio or in our beautiful historic rooms. You’ll find yourself enjoying a wonderful ritual from a more tranquil time. You will find tables adorned with fresh linens and beautiful centerpieces and be served delectable savories and sweets. $50 per person
Romantic Dinners
Alter Ego - 108 E University Drive
Alter Ego’s Valentine’s 3-Course Dinner is a choose-your-own prix-fixe experience offered Feb. 13–14, 2026, with pricing that varies by entrée ($55–$95 per person). You’ll start by choosing one salad: either a Caesar salad with Asian Caesar dressing, croutons, and parmesan, or a Caprese salad with heirloom grape tomatoes, EVOO, and balsamic reduction. For the entrée, choose between 6 oz. filet with champagne-poached cold-water lobster tail (peppercorn sauce, champagne butter, grilled asparagus) $95, sesame-ginger glazed salmon with sautéed mushroom medley $65, or zucchini noodles with pomodoro sauce (mushroom “meatballs,” blistered tomatoes) $55. Finish with one dessert: cheesecake with raspberry sauce, banana bread pudding with crème anglaise, or Baileys chocolate mousse in a churro cup. If you've never been to Alter Ego, it's a ground-level restaurant and bar with an ambience perfect for date nights, celebrations, or lively interactions.
Caffe Boa - 398 S. Mill Ave
Love is on the menu at Caffe Boa for 2026. Saturday, February 14, 2026 for our Valentine Day experience! Enjoy a specialty 4-course meal with included beverages and professional photography! If you’ve experienced Valentine’s with us in the past, you know it’s not an event to be missed!
$150/person before tax/gratuity. Bar space is available on a first come first serve basis and will feature regular happy hour from 4-7pm as well as regular dinner menu until close. See you soon!
Cupid's Naughty Pie at Prince Street Pizza - 680 S Mill Ave
For two days only, February 13 (Galentine’s Day) & February 14 (Valentine’s Day), Prince Street Pizza will be serving HEART SHAPED iconic Naughty Pies. We are calling it Cupid's Naughty Pie. They’ll be available in-store and online for delivery for $20, and are served with PINK Not Ranch for the occasion.
The Naughty Pie: Spicy Vodka Sauce, Spicy Pepperoni, Fresh Ricotta, Honey.
Not Big on Plans? No Problem!
If you are spontaneous and just want a casual night out, or just a reason to celebrate the sweetness of the season, we got you!
Hike "A" Mountain for the breathtaking views and serene atmosphere. Capture a quick photo or several- then head back down to Downtown Tempe for happy hour or dinner at Loco Patron right across the street.
Cruise Tempe Town Lake: Rent a boat and glide across the waters of Tempe Town Lake. We recommend renting the dragon or swan boat and pedal around the lake to enjoy an amazing sunset or to capture those golden hour photos.
Dinner and a Movie: Head to the AMC Theaters at Centerpoint on Mill and have yourself a classic combo of a dinner and a movie. Grab a bite at one of the nearby eateries before cozying up for a blockbuster.
Game Night at Snakes & Lattes: Get competitive (in the cutest way possible) at Snakes & Lattes. With a library of board games and delicious bites, it’s the perfect date night for fun-loving couples.