Valentine's Day Date Night in Lethbridge
Love is in the air, and Valentine's Day is here. Lethbridge is undoubtedly full of love birds, and luckily, there are lots of ways to spend time together this Valentine's Day! We have you covered if you need some last-minute date night idea inspiration; from delicious meals at local restaurants and where to find delicious local sweets for your sweetheart, we've got everything you need to have a picture-perfect date night with your Valentine!
Planning the perfect Date for Valentine’s Day in Lethbridge
Valentines day is the perfect time to show that special someone jst how much you care, and planning can be just as important as the main event itself. Whether you want an intimate dinner, or something more casual and friendly, we’ve got otions below for everyone. Just remember to get your date a beautiful bouquet before you pick them up! (If you still need guidance local florists like Bloomdiggity or New Hope YQL are great options! Alternatively, try Sill & Soil, if they are more of a houseplant person.)
Delicious Dinners
Bourbon and Butter
If you want a classic wine-and-dine dinner date this Valentine's Day, look no further than Bourbon and Butter, located on Festival Square. This is one of Lethbridge's premier fine dining experiences, offering various delicious and locally sourced dishes. This is the perfect place to fall in love... with the food, of course!
Italian Table
The Italian Table is another local restaurant that is the perfect place to take any date, whether you've known them for years or your love is just beginning to blossom. The Italian table isn't just about having fantastic food; it also honours Italian traditions, including sharing! With so many options to share, from the pasta chips to the table carbonara, this is the perfect place to spend Valentine's Day enjoying delicious food and great company.
Water Tower Grill & Bar
Spend the evening nearly 100 feet above the city at this unique Lethbridge restaurant. Take in the sunset view and sip from signature cocktails while you peruse a locally-sourced, globally-inspired menu.
Taro Noodle House
If you want to go somewhere a little more casual while still getting a delicious meal from a local restaurant this Valentine's Day, a bowl of soup from Taro Noodle House is likely the answer you're looking for. With delicious and authentic ramen with a wide variety of broths and noodle options, there is sure to be a bowl of noodles you and your date will be falling head over heels for.
Delicious Desserts
Cookie Crimes
Once you've finished with dinner, the most challenging choice of all, what to have for dessert, is what you are faced with. Luckily, cookie Crimes is there to help. With a wide variety of homemade cookies and ice cream, there are endless combinations to choose from. From cone, cup, and cookie sandwich, these cookie crimes make the perfect end to your Valentine's date night!
How Sweet Inc.
If you want to go the extra mile and assemble a collection of sweet treats for you and your sweetheart to enjoy after dinner, then How Sweet will indeed have everything you'll need! Locally owned and stocked full of exciting and internationally imported sweets, there are sure to be more than a few flavours of your favourites that you won't find anywhere else in town!
Swirls
Suppose you want a customizable soft-serve experience or a spectacular handmade sundae. In that case, you and your Valentine can satisfy your sweet tooth with the delicious options available at Swirls. Locally owned, operated, and loved, there is something for every taste at Swirls. From the different flavours of dips and the wide assortment of flavour swirls available for soft serve, you, your Valentine, and your ice cream will be a match made in heaven.
Show a Local Shop a Little Love, Too!
There are many great options to find a last-minute gift that seems like months in the making at local shops downtown and all around Lethbridge, from the incredible fine leather goods at Borderline and Populess, or maybe an aromatic candle or natural skincare from Herbal Apothecary. If those don't feel worthy of your beloved Valentine, something like a few cooking classes at Umami, or a hand-crafted gift made by a local artist from the SAAG Gift Shop might be a fitting gift for your special someone. Either way, there are many local shops to explore to find something for every Valentine.
No matter how you celebrate, share all the best memories from your unique Valentine's Day in Lethbridge with us on social media with #ExploreLethbridge. We love seeing how everyone explores Lethbridge, and we even repost some of our shots on our Instagram. Don't worry; we always ask permission first!