No Valentine's Day plans yet? These LA area events will change that

When you can go see the Hobbit House in Culver City, spend the day among vibrant wildflowers or dig into some tacos that now have a Super Bowl connection, it can be hard to narrow down how to spend your weekend on any given day, let alone Valentine’s Day.

Especially if you’re, say, just thinking about it now.

Across Los Angeles County are events to make a romantic connection — no, you’ll have to wait until later February if you’re hoping to pitch your single friend with Date My Friend LA — to more specialty experiences, like The Queen Mary’s Dark Masquerade attraction, where horror meets Valentine’s Day fun.

A general view of the Santa Monica Pier at sunset on November 18, 2025 in Santa Monica.

Whoever you’re spending the weekend with — by yourself, with family, with friends, or with a special someone — here are events to check out this weekend for Valentine’s Day. Bonus, you don’t have to wait until Saturday, Feb. 14.

Free things to do on Valentine’s Day in Los Angeles County

Let’s start with free things to do for Valentine’s Day (or low-cost if you have to drive).

Experience an art attraction with Attune LA

Experience a countywide light-and-sound art activation called Attune LA. You’ll hear acoustic performances by artists playing simultaneously across Attune’s locations, where you’re invited to bring blankets or picnic chairs and sit by the installation meant to “connect LA” through light and sound, according to its website. This free art experience will be set up at multiple locations in the county, including in Hollywood, South Los Angeles, Culver City, Long Beach, Santa Monica, Altadena, and more.

• When: 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 14
• Where: Multiple locations
• More information: City of Los Angeles’ website

Gloria Molina Grand Park Valentine’s Day celebration

Head down to the Gloria Molina Grand Park in Los Angeles for a free, family-friendly celebration featuring live music and a drone light show. The event is partly inspired by the tradition of radio dedications, and there is even a phone number for requests and dedications.

• When: 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Feb. 14
• Where: 200 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles
• More information: Grand Park’s website

Valentine’s Day stroll with Frogtown Heart Walk

Take a stroll along the Los Angeles River and enjoy art exhibits, family-friendly activities and more thanks to the Frogtown Heart Walk.

• When: Noon to 5 p.m. Feb. 14
• Where: 2479 Fletcher Drive, Los Angeles
• More information: Frogtown Arts website

See the Santa Monica Pier Ferris wheel shine for Valentine’s Day

Head down to the Santa Monica Pier to see the Pacific Wheel transform with red, pink, and white lights, animated hearts, and more, making it the perfect backdrop for photos. On Valentine’s Day, there will be live DJ performances adjacent to the Ferris wheel.

• When: 4:30 p.m. t0 8 p.m. Feb. 14
• Where: 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica
• More information: City of Santa Monica’s website

Griffith Observatory on Valentine’s Day

OK, while not specific to Valentine’s Day, it’s worth noting that the iconic Griffith Observatory is one of multiple Southern California museums and attractions that are free to enter. And the view? Now that’s romantic.

• When: Noon to 10 p.m. weekdays, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays
• Where: 2800 East Observatory Road, Los Angeles
• More information: Griffith Observatory’s website

5 other ways to spend Valentine’s Day in Los Angeles County

If you’re willing to spend some money, here are five ways to spend Valentine’s Day when you’re looking for something other than a fancy dinner.

‘The Addams Family’ roller skating at LA Kings Burbank Sports Center

Spend Valentine’s Day on wheels with Skate Oddity, which is presenting The Addams Family-inspired “Cara Mia: A Valentine’s Skate Date” at the LA Kings Burbank Sports Center.

• When: 5 to 9 p.m. Feb. 14
• Where: 3211 W. Victory Blvd., Burbank
• More information: Skate Oddity’s event listings

Valentine’s Day at Disneyland

Disneyland After Dark: Sweethearts’ Nite may be sold out, but that doesn’t mean you can still get tickets to either Disneyland or California Adventure Park for Valentine’s Day, or for the entire weekend.

• More information: Disneyland Resort’s website

Watch Valentine’s Day movies in Los Angeles

The Rooftop Cinema Club is showing a variety of romances throughout the weekend. While several showings are sold out, you can still catch “Love Jones” and “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” at this open-air cinema.

• When: Multiple dates
• Where: 888 South Olive St., Los Angeles
• More info: Rooftop Cinema Club’s website

Valentine’s Day brunch at the Huntington

Whether or not you consider brunch to be an event, spending the afternoon at the stunning Huntington in San Marino certainly is. From its iconic Japanese Garden to its desert-scape scenery, you’ll lose several hours at the Huntington — and this time, you’ll get brunch with it.

• When: Limited availability for 1:30 p.m. Feb. 14
• Where: 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino
• More information: The Huntington’s website

Sweets & Sips Festival in Long Beach

Sample sweets and drinks in Belmont Shore the day after Valentine’s Day with this afternoon festival.

• When: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 15
• Where: Belmont Shore
• More information: Belmont Shore’s website

Paris Barraza is a reporter covering Los Angeles and Southern California for the USA TODAY Network. Reach her at [email protected].