Updated January 2026
There's no denying love is in the air, and Valentine's Day will be here before you know it!
Let us be the love gurus this season and give you 14 Unique Valentine's Date Ideas that will have you exploring parts of the city you've probably never seen! There's gotta be romance somewhere here, right?
Glass Arts Indiana | $58+
Glass Arts Indiana offers classes every weekend, allowing participants to learn a new skill and take home something cool and unique! Their classes range from basic paperweights to snowpeople and flowers!
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Get Dirty Ceramics | $20+
Get Dirty Ceramics offers classes regularly that make great gifts, and it's something that can be ongoing. Their beginner and advanced classes can make a great semi-regular date night!
UNO Pizzeria | $99
Learn how to make UNO's iconic deep dish from scratch this Valentine's Day! This class includes one heart-shaped deep dish pizza, two salads, two flutes of champagne, one additional drink per person, and two special Valentine's Day desserts.
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Multiple Locations
Tickets for these classes fill up fast, especially around Valentine's Day, but there's nothing more romantic than successfully cooking a meal together.
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Demolition Den | $50 per person
Why not smash shit together? This is perfect for a romantic date night or if you're single and letting out some rage.
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Multiple Locations | $22+ per person
Perfect for those candle-loving partners! Penn & Beech allows you to work with scent experts to choose up to 3 scents to create a candle, craft a diffuser, or curate a set of wax tarts.
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Columbus | 329 Washington St.
Just a short drive from the city, you can transport back to the early 1900s and try Zaharakos' iconic offerings. From their homemade, premium ice cream to their Ice Cream Sodas, this is a must-visit for ice cream lovers.
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Helium Comedy Club | Various Dates & Prices
Couples that laugh together stay together, right? Helium Comedy Club is a great spot for any date night, with shows happening almost nightly. PLUS, we've got plenty of chances for you to win tickets to a show there!
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Atomic Bowl Duckpin | $40 per lane per hourHave a friendly night of competition at Atomic Bowl Duckpin in the heart of Fountain Square. This vintage bowling alley even serves pizzas, burgers, and more.
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$100+ per person
If you want a 5-star experience, splurge on Valentine's Day and get dinner at Vida. Their tasting menu will cost $135/person, but it will be a meal you'll remember forever.
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Oinking Acres Farms | $10 per person
For the 7th year, Oinking Acres is hosting its annual Valenswine Fundraiser! Come show the piggies some love with snacks and cards.
Metazoa Brewing Co. | $38+
Paint your partner (or other favorite person) at this relaxed event at Metazoa!
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White Rabbit Cabaret | $20+
Burlesque, drag, and comedy for the lovers and haters alike.
Alice's Garden | $55.20
Decorate your own Valentine's Day cake at Alice's Garden! Everything you need will be supplied.
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