Top 10 things to do Valentine's Day weekend in Cincinnati

1. Hearts Afire Weekend, 2. Cincinnati Ballet's 'Swan Lake', 3. 'We Them Ones Comedy Tour', 4. BLK Wine Fest, 5. Couple Shuffle, 6. 'Shucked', 7. Wanda Sykes, 8. Marlon Wayans, 9. Summerfair: 'Emerging Artists', 10. 'Where We Stand'

Valentine's Day is finally here. If you've asked out your boo but don't know how to celebrate the holiday, you're at the right place.

This weekend is loaded with great places to take a date. At the top of our list is Hearts Afire Weekend in Loveland. With a name like "Loveland," you know this town takes Valentine's Day seriously, and a whole block of businesses will be participating in the festivities.

Let's see what else is in store this weekend for all you lovebirds with our top 10 things to do in town this weekend.

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1. Hearts Afire Weekend

1. Hearts Afire Weekend, 2. Cincinnati Ballet's 'Swan Lake', 3. 'We Them Ones Comedy Tour', 4. BLK Wine Fest, 5. Couple Shuffle, 6. 'Shucked', 7. Wanda Sykes, 8. Marlon Wayans, 9. Summerfair: 'Emerging Artists', 10. 'Where We Stand'

Hearts Afire Weekend in Loveland features love-inspired activities, including a vow renewal ceremony with Elvis.

What better place to spend Valentine's than in Loveland? And Loveland understood the assignment: the weekend is packed with activities. Write a love letter, get a tarot card reading, attend a pottery class, participate in a Puppy Kissing Booth and more.

Details: Events range from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. Sunday, various venues in Loveland. lovelandoh.gov.

2. Cincinnati Ballet's 'Swan Lake'

1. Hearts Afire Weekend, 2. Cincinnati Ballet's 'Swan Lake', 3. 'We Them Ones Comedy Tour', 4. BLK Wine Fest, 5. Couple Shuffle, 6. 'Shucked', 7. Wanda Sykes, 8. Marlon Wayans, 9. Summerfair: 'Emerging Artists', 10. 'Where We Stand'

Cincinnati Ballet's "Swan Lake" runs Feb. 13-21 at Music Hall.

This classic, romantic tragedy is a must-see for romantics. The rendition of Tchaikovsky's famous score will be brought to life by the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra.

Details: Opens Friday, continues 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Friday, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 1 p.m. Sunday, Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine. Runs Feb. 13-21. cballet.org.

3. 'We Them Ones Comedy Tour'

Hear all-star lineup of comedy heavyweights crack jokes, including Mike Epps, Karlous Miller, DC Young Fly, Chico Bean, Mojo Brookzz, Tony Roberts, TK Kirkland and Navy Greene.

4. BLK Wine Fest

Head to Music Hall for a luxurious Valentine's experience, sipping fine wine and dressing to the nines. Dress in your best cocktail attire for the Black and White Affair theme. This event features two sessions: Day Drinking from 1-4 p.m. and Night Sippin' from 6-9 p.m.

5. Couple Shuffle

This race is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, whether you're trying for a record or having fun. This event is open to runners of all ability levels. Enjoy creative swag and free snacks at the finish line.

6. 'Shucked'

This hilarious musical follows Maizy, a curious bride-to-be, who's looks for answers to her town's failing corn crops. She meets a "corn doctor," a con artist from a big city, who creates a plot to scam the local farming community out of their money.

Details: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 1 and 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Aronoff Center, 650 Walnut St., Downtown. Runs Feb. 10-22. cincinnatiarts.org.

7. Wanda Sykes

Emmy winning standup comic, writer, actress and producer Wanda Sykes is bringing her "Please & Thank You Tour" to Cincinnati. Grab your tickets now to see her perform standup at Brady Music Center. She will be joined by special guest Keith Robinson.

1. Hearts Afire Weekend, 2. Cincinnati Ballet's 'Swan Lake', 3. 'We Them Ones Comedy Tour', 4. BLK Wine Fest, 5. Couple Shuffle, 6. 'Shucked', 7. Wanda Sykes, 8. Marlon Wayans, 9. Summerfair: 'Emerging Artists', 10. 'Where We Stand'

Grab your tickets to see comedian Wanda Sykes Feb. 13 at Andrew J. Brady Music Center.

8. Marlon Wayans

Grab your boo and take them to Hard Rock Cincinnati this Valentine's to see comedian Marlon Wayans, an actor, producer, writer and comedian best known for "The Wayans Bros" and the films "Scary Movie," "White Chicks," "Little Man," "Don't Be a Menace" and "Dance Flick."

1. Hearts Afire Weekend, 2. Cincinnati Ballet's 'Swan Lake', 3. 'We Them Ones Comedy Tour', 4. BLK Wine Fest, 5. Couple Shuffle, 6. 'Shucked', 7. Wanda Sykes, 8. Marlon Wayans, 9. Summerfair: 'Emerging Artists', 10. 'Where We Stand'

Comedian Marlon Wayans comes to Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati Feb. 14.

9. Summerfair: 'Emerging Artists'

Come support young talent at Summerfair Cincinnati's annual "Emerging Artists" exhibition. The exhibit features artwork by junior and senior art students from Art Academy of Cincinnati, Miami University, Mount St. Joseph University, Northern Kentucky University, Thomas More College, University of Cincinnati and Xavier University.

Details: Opens 6-8 p.m. Friday, continues 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Clifton Cultural Arts Center, 3412 Clifton Ave., Clifton. Runs Feb. 13-27. summerfair.org.

10. 'Where We Stand'

In an uncompassionate town, an outsider stands before their community and confesses a life-altering choice. This poetic, interactive solo-theater piece blends fable and modern-day storytelling.

Details: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati, 1127 Vine St., Over-the-Rhine. Runs through Feb. 22. ensemblecincinnati.org.

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