Valentine’s Day in Downtown Tempe

Feb 10, 2026

Downtown Tempe is the place to be to celebrate Valentine’s Day with someone special all month long. Whether it’s a romantic dinner for two or a hike up “A” Mountain to catch a beautiful sunset, Downtown Tempe has plenty of ways to spend time with loved ones.

From Omni with Love, Special Booking Offerings (7 East University Drive):

Neighborhood Services + Bar Restaurant - Feb. 13-14 enjoy a three-course Valentine’s dinner ($68 per guest, $92 with a beverage pairing).

Lucero Rooftops Lounge & Terrace -Toast to love Feb. 13-14, with champagne, refined small plates and rooftop views - an elevated Valentine’s night made for romance.

Starlight Screenings at Lucero Rooftops Lounge & Terrace- Every Thursday in February, Lucero sets the scene with Starlight Screenings—romantic classics, rooftop views and love-inspired bites and cocktails.

Alter Ego (108 East University Drive):

Paint your partner's portrait Feb. 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.

Alter Ego’s Valentine’s 3-Course Dinner is a choose-your-own prix-fixe experience offered Feb. 13-14 with pricing that varies by entrée ($55–$95 per person).

Caffe Boa (398 South Mill Avenue):

Love is on the menu at Caffe Boa Feb. 14 for a Valentine Day experience. Enjoy a specialty 4-course meal with included beverages and professional photography ($150/person before tax/gratuity).

Hike "A" Mountain (100 South Mill Avenue) for the breathtaking views and 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 (72 West Rio Salado Parkway) on a rented boat and glide across the water. Consider renting the dragon or swan boat and pedal around the lake to enjoy an amazing sunset or to take golden hour photos.

Dinner and a movie at AMC Theaters (730 South Mill Avenue) is always fun when you head to Centerpoint on Mill for a classic combo night out. Grab a bite at one of the nearby eateries before cozying up for a blockbuster.
Game night at Snakes & Lattes (20 West Sixth Street) is a great way to get competitive with your Valentine. With a library of board games and delicious bites, it’s the perfect date night for fun-loving couples.
Get Crafty at Tutugether Tempe (740 South Mill Avenue) and create a masterpiece through DIY tufting, resin pouring or decoden art. The crafts are perfect for couples, besties or a solo self-date.
Grab a Cupid’s Naughty Pie at Prince St. Pizza (680 South Mill Avenue) Feb. 13 - Feb. 14. The restaurant will be serving their iconic Naughty Pies in a heart shape, called Cupid's Naughty Pie available in-store and online for delivery for $20. Also, to make things even sweeter, their Not Ranch is turning PINK for the occasion.

Please let us know if you would be interested in highlighting any of these date night ideas in February and we would be happy to coordinate an interview.

Bethany Kennedy
Director of Strategic Marketing & Communications
bethany@downtowntempe.com