Miami is always in the mood for love, and Valentine’s Day is the best day of the year for sparking – or rekindling – romance. From candlelight concerts under the stars and breezy bay cruises paired with champagne to indulgent spa treatments and singles’ events designed to ignite love connections, here are the best ways to spend Valentine’s Day in Greater Miami & Miami Beach.

MAKE A LOVE CONNECTION

Speed Dating

February 8

Those looking for love can try their luck at CitySwoon’s Find Your Valentine Speed Dating 2.0 event in Wynwood at 8 p.m. At tropical-themed Cerveceria La Tropical craft brewery and restaurant, singles will be matched with other compatible participants in six to eight rapid-fire dating rounds. Stick around to have a beer or share Latin bites with the one who sparked your interest.

Cruise ships at PortMiami — Take a Valentine's Day Cruise

SPARK ROMANCE ON THE WATER

Valentine’s Cruise

February 11-16

If you’re looking to spark romance on the water during an extended romantic vacation on the high seas, consider the five-day “Lovers and Friends” Valentine’s Day Cruise, which departs from Miami on Feb. 11 and returns on Feb. 16. The Caribbean cruise on the Carnival Sunrise departs from PortMiami and makes stops in Amber Cove and Grand Turk. Guests in every cabin are treated to champagne and chocolate as well as a $25 on-board credit.

Romantic Cruise from the Deering Estate

February 12

If you’re in search of a stunning setting to create the mood, take off on a Valentine’s Bay Cruise that departs from the Deering Estate. Your ticket includes admission to the estate’s lush grounds, as well as a romantic cruise on a 45-foot catamaran, the Pelican Skipper, around beautiful Biscayne Bay. Guests receive a complimentary glass of bubbly, and those views are worthy of a toast.

Main stage at the Moonlight concert at Deering Estate — Bring a blanket and lawn chairs to the Moonlight concert at Deering Estate

SET THE MOOD WITH MUSIC OR DANCE

Candlelight Concert at Jungle Island

February 11

Setting the right mood is key to creating a date night to remember, and what better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than by letting someone else create an ambiance filled with candles and music dedicated to love. Woo the one you love with a special Candlelight Concert at Jungle Island. This concert series, which has taken over social media thanks to its uber-romantic scenes, features a 65-minute concert by the Listeso String Quartet playing music from “Romeo and Juliet” and more in an intimate setting. There are two concerts – at 6:30 and 9 p.m. – and tickets start at $37.

Dance and Romance Concert

February 12

Don't miss the "Dance and Romance" Valentine’s Day Concert from 4 to 6 p.m., presented by DanceNOW! Miami. Snuggle up in the intimate space of the historic Miami Beach Woman’s Club to watch this beautiful performance. Who knows? It might even inspire you to take a dance class as a couple.

Moonlight and Music at the Deering Estate

February 14

The romance continues at the Deering Estate on Monday, February 14, with a Moonlight & Music concert to celebrate Valentine's Day. Bring your chairs and blankets, and pack a picnic filled with all the foods that your sweetie adores. (There’s also an option to buy food when you arrive or pre-order through Joanna’s Marketplace.) Sit under the stars and listen to music from Nikki Kidd and the star of the night, contemporary jazz singer Bianca Rosarrio.

Il Mulino's dining room — Try the four-course prix fixe menu at Il Mulino

SAVOR YOUR LOVE AT THESE ROMANTIC RESTAURANTS

February 14

Miami is packed with romantic restaurants. Elevate your Valentine’s Day with a meal at MILA rooftop restaurant in Miami Beach during its “A Thousand and One Nights” event featuring Asian-Mediterranean dishes and a “Heaven” dessert starring raspberries and lychee rose. For a splurge, make a reservation at the luxe Il Mulino restaurant, tucked away in the Acqualina Resort & Residences on the Beach in Sunny Isles Beach. The restaurant, known for its white-glove service and tableside presentations, is offering a four-course prix fixe menu ($200 per person) featuring Italian specialties. Each guest receives a glass of Prosecco. With the elegant indoor dining room and stunning ocean views from the patio, you can’t go wrong.

CELEBRATE VALENTINE’S DAY WITH THE KIDS

Valentine’s Canvas Art

February 4

Kids can enjoy February’s love fest, too, especially those who like to express themselves through art or cooking. At the Miami-Dade Public Library’s Coconut Grove Branch, children ages 6-12 can let their creativity flow as they splash canvases with paint during Valentine’s Day Canvas Art from 11 a.m. to noon. It’s free, and all materials will be supplied, but you’ll need to pre-register for the event.

Cupcakes Class

February 11

If sweet treats are more their thing, take your kids to Taste Bud Kitchen’s Heart Cupcakes Class from 9 to 10 a.m. Parents and kids can whip up red velvet cupcakes from scratch and form heart-shaped toppers out of fondant. Let’s be honest – the best part will be eating them. The baking class, which is for kids ages 2 to 8 along with a caregiver, costs $35.

Couples in Flamingo Adventures Kayaks — Explore the Everglades on a kayak

CHOOSE A SPA DAY OR WILDERNESS ADVENTURE

Throughout February and March

Nothing says love like a rejuvenating spa treatment, especially when you can indulge in the pampering together. During February and March 2023, as part of Miami Health & Wellness Months, couples can enjoy special treatments targeted at relaxation and rejuvenation at some of Miami’s top spas. Even better? They’re offered at tempting prices.

For something uniquely fun and sensual, choose a “Muddy in Miami Couple’s Playdate” at Esencia Wellness Spa at Nobu Eden Roc Miami Beach, where couples receive body brushes and clay to paint on one another in a private suite, as well as celebratory bubbly and a bath ritual. If you’re looking for a romantic overnight stay, choose a spa-cation at The Ritz-Carlton South Beach. The posh hotel is offering a vacation package that includes a $100 spa credit.

Active couples who enjoy going on adventures together will want to take advantage of other wellness deals, such as two-for-the-price-of-one kayak rentals at Flamingo Adventures at Everglades National Park.