OMG it is finally February!!! And that means Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Here at France Photographers we are all about new experiences! So when it comes to gifts for holidays like Valentine’s Day, skip the chocolate, teddy bears, and jewelry (okay, give us a little chocolate) and get us something we will remember enjoying and doing!! We are here to bring you a list of Austin Valentine’s Day date ideas that focus on experience rather than materials.
Experiential Austin Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas
– Blue Starlite Drive-in/Vulcan Video South
Enjoy one of THREE movies (or all three!) at the drive-in this Valentine’s Day. Here is the line-up: The Princess Bride (6pm), Breakfast at Tiffany’s (8:45pm), and Sixteen Candles (10:45pm). They also have a ton of Valentine’s themed showings the week leading up to Valentine’s Day, so be sure to check it out!
– Valentine’s Day Feast at Alamo Drafthouse
Want some amazing food with your movie? Then this event is for you! Watch The Birdcage and enjoy a 4-course meal! Yum! This event is being held at the Lakeline and Slaughter Lane locations.
– Cook a bunch of Valentine’s goodies at home!
Cooking together can be so much fun! Especially if don’t ever really do it. Learn something new and eat a bunch of good food that you made yourself!! Buzzfeed has an excellent list of treats to bake!
– Cooking Demonstrations at Central Market Cooking School
Cooking not really really your thing? Enjoy this cooking demonstration instead! Watch the food be made, skip the hassle of cooking it yourself, and eat all the delicious food. It’s a win-win!
– Cupid’s Cruise with Congress Avenue Kayaks
Looking for something outdoors? Congress Avenue Kayaks has a cupid’s cruise which includes a double kayak and a sweet treat! They have 12pm, 2pm and 4pm time slots. Enjoy an hour out on the water with your loved one!
– Crux Climbing Center Date Night
Need another active date idea? Head to Crux Climbing Center for the perfect date night!
– Valentine Dinner Cruise with Lonestar Riverboat
Enjoy a nice night out on Lady Bird Lake complete with a fajita dinner! BYOB if you want some alcoholic drinks to enjoy as well.
– Movie Trivia at the Volstead Lounge
Talk about a fun Valentine’s date!! This “Love Stinks” trivia night will include trivia from the following movies: Say Anything, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, High Fidelity, and 500 Days of Summer.
– Enjoy some music and dance your ass off!
There are so many Valentine’s Day concerts for you to enjoy! Here are just a few: Mohawk Austin, Antone’s, & 3Ten ACL Live.
– Anti-Valentine’s Day 90’s Hip Hop Dance Party
Last but not least: Valentine’s Day not your thing?! No worries! Speakeasy is hosting a “No Scrubs” 90’s hip hop dance party! So much fun!!!!
