Valentine’s Day is all about sharing love, and Wichita certainly is sharing the love! There are all kinds of ways to say I love you –and with this wide variety of sweet events to choose from, you can decide how you want to celebrate. Show some love for your friends, family (baby bumps and furry friends included!), sweetheart, community, or even yourself!
In addition to the traditional dinner, music, and shows, there are some really unique and unusual options this year to treat yourself and those around you. Some of them are even free!
Just added: Valentines Day membership special at Kansas Aviation Museum. (Ends at 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 15, so hurry to grab it.)
There are events all month, so you could give tickets as a gift or enjoy these events with someone you love.
We’ve grouped these together loosely in a few different categories, and then put them in order by date as much as possible. We found Sweet Treats and Gift Ideas, ideas for a Night Out, Family-Friendly Valentines Events, Galentine’s Day, and Valentines Day fitness events and races.
We’ll be adding to this list as we go, so keep checking back! Do you know of an event we missed? Tell us about it in the comments!
Sweet Treats & Gift Ideas
Say it with Conversation Heart doughnuts from Krispy Kreme
See our whole list of heart-shaped food for Valentines Day!
Need help expressing your feelings? Speak the language of doughnuts with Krispy Kreme’s Valentine “Conversation Doughnuts,” available Jan. 30 through Valentine’s Day. Krispy Kreme Rewards members can get a FREE Conversation Heart Doughnut of choice with any purchase on Weds., February 6.
Love letters from Loveland
You can send your sweetheart a greeting with a special postmark straight from the land of love. For 73 years, volunteers in the town of Loveland, CO have received and re-mailed greetings with a specially designed postmark for Valentine’s Day. To learn more about this Valentine Re-Mailing Program, go to this page on the Loveland Chamber website. But note that you’ll need to act quickly or plan for next year, because they need to receive your mailing by the first week of February.
Warm their hearts with frozen custard
Andy’s Frozen Custard in Wichita is offering a sweet Valentines Day BOGO on February 14 from 6-11 p.m.
Valentines Day Dinner, Drinks, Dancing, and/or Shows
Looking for a night out on the town to celebrate Valentines Day? These events fit the bill and they’re all in the lower or middle range, price-wise, for a special occasion.
Color Me Mine Heart Mugs
Feb. 1 at 7 p.m.
Color Me Mine, 2441 N. Maize Rd. , Suite 215
$35 for two
Spend a little quality time with your sweetheart at this grown-ups only Valentines Day paint night where you’ll paint personalized mugs to take home. The price fee includes both participants. You are allowed to bring your own snacks and beverages.
Harlem Nights Roaring 20s Casino Night
Feb. 9, 7 p.m.-12 a.m. Tickets must be purchased by 2/6.
Noah’s Event Venue, 1550 N Lindberg Cir. (The Waterfront)
$30/person. A VIP table for 10 is $300.00 (call Kevin Andrews to purchase a table reservation: 316-393-7252).
The Heartland Wichita Black Chamber of Commerce cordially invites you and your friends to a Pre-Valentine’s night out. There’s a prize for the best dressed couple, casino style tables, door prizes, heavy hors d’oeuvres, DJ and live entertainment with Kevin Harrison and friends.
South Pacific, In Concert
Feb. 9, 7:30 p.m.
Feb. 10, 3 p.m.
Century II Concert Hall
Tickets start at $25 each
Music Theatre Wichita and the Wichita Symphony Orchestra team up to present South Pacific in concert. The MTWichita cast will perform the musical in concert with the Orchestra onstage. The Butler Community College Concert Choir returns as the chorus.
Wichita Old Cowtown Lecture Series: Love and Marriage
Feb. 10, 2-3 p.m.
Old Cowtown, 1865 Museum Blvd.
Free to members. $3 + tax for non-members
This presentation is part of Cowtown’s ongoing lecture series on various aspects of our town’s history. If you need to impress a history buff, this could be a unique way to say, “I love you.”
Ditch the Date Pickleball, Apps, and Drinks
Feb. 14, 6-9 p.m.
Chicken N Pickle, 1240 N. Greenwich Rd.
$25/ per person in advance, $30/per person at the door.
Ditch the Date… and fall in love with pickleball this Valentine’s Day! Singles and couples who want to do something different this Valentine’s Day can connect on the courts and enjoy heavy appetizers, two drink tickets, and pickleball.
Valentine’s Dinner at Prairie Hill Vineyard
Feb. 14, 6-9 p.m.
21421 W. 37th St. N., Colwich (8 mi. west of Wichita)
$50 per person or $80 per couple.
Register by February 7 for this full dinner served with Kansas, French, and California wines. Reservations are required and space is limited. Call 316-461-5445 or purchase tickets online.
Crown Uptown Theatre presents Judy & Frank: My Funny Valentine
Feb. 14, Doors open at 6 p.m., Dinner 6:30-7:30 p.m., Curtain 8 p.m.
3207 E. Douglas Ave
$45. Reserved Floor and Booth seating $50.
Tickets include a Valentine’s Day dinner and show at the Crown Uptown Theater. Take a journey through the life and loves of Judy Garland and Frank Sinatra, as performed by nationally traveled singers Cindy Summers and Michael Karraker. More info.
“Love Stinks, Let’s Drink” Anti-Valentine Party
Feb. 14, 7-9 p.m. (with a Happy Hour beginning at 5:30 with live Music)
Aloft Wichita, 3642 N. Oliver, in the XYZ Bar
Free
If you are a Valentine cynic or just want a cool place to hang out for the evening, this might be the event for you. They’ll have anti-Valentine cocktails and food for purchase, live music, a photobooth, ballroom and Latin dance demonstrations, as well as board games and a complimentary pool table.
Corb Lund Concert
Feb. 14 at 7 p.m.
WAVE Venue, 650 E. 2nd St. N.
$15
Canadian alt-country singer/songwriter Corb Lund will perform at WAVE Venue on Valentine’s Day. Tickets in advance are $12, but there’s an online processing fee that brings them over $15.
Sweetheart Dinner at the Hyatt Regency
Feb. 14, 15, 16, 5:30-10 p.m.
Hyatt Regency Harvest Kitchen
$45 per person plus tax
If you want to get really fancy this Valentine’s Day, take a look at the 3-course Sweetheart Dinner that the Hyatt Regency’s restaurant, Harvest Kitchen, is serving up. Reservations can be made for any of the three nights at (316) 613-6300.
Pinot and Piano: Silly Love Songs
Feb. 14, 8-10 p.m.
Feb. 15, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Feb. 16, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Seckman Music Studio, 301 S. Meridian, Suite 206 (in the former Metro-Meridian High School building, near Friends University)
$25 in advance, $30 at the door. 21+ only, BYOB.
At this Sip & Play adult piano class, you can grab a friend, bring a beverage and learn this Paul McCartney classic in a single night. You will be lead through a crash course in playing piano and then learn the song of the day. Each class will be video recorded at the end and shared with you so you can show friends and family your accomplishments! NO piano experience required. Wine, Beer, and Spirits welcome.
Drew Fish Band
Feb. 14, 11 p.m.
Barleycorn’s, 608 E. Douglas Ave
$10.00. This event is for 21+
From Austin, the Drew Fish Band is taking their energy-filled show on the road and will perform at Barleycorn’s in Wichita on Valentine’s Day. Tickets and info.
Rick Gutierrez Live at the Loony Bin Comedy Club
Feb. 14, 8 p.m. (doors open at 7) – for 21+ only
Feb. 15, 8 p.m. (doors open at 7:15) or 10:30 (doors open at 9:45)– for 18+ only
Feb. 16, 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:30) or 10 (doors open at 9:15)– for 18+ only
215 St. Francis. (316) 618-4242
$15
Get the kids a babysitter and head down to the Loony Bin to laugh about family and marriage with Rick Gutierrez. Gutierrez is slated to star in an HBO comedy series based on his life and the experiences he talks about in his standup act. More info
Love Bites at Sedgwick County Zoo, adult learning adventure
Feb. 15, 6–8 p.m. Registration required
5555 W Zoo Blvd
$35 members /$40 non-members
This Zoo event is for the grownups! Enjoy cocktails and light hors d’oeuvres while learning about love in the animal kingdom this Valentines weekend.
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater: Phantom of the Soap Opera
Feb. 15, 6-9p at Larkspur (904 E. Douglass). $55 More info
Feb. 17, 5:30p–8:30p at YaYa’s Eurobistro (8115 E 21st St N) $60 More info
Tickets include a three-course meal, served during an interactive, family-friendly comedy presented by MADCAP Comedy & Improv Troupe.
Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox: Welcome to the Twenties
Feb. 15, 8 p.m.
Orpheum Theater, 200 N. Broadway
$39.50-79.50 (additional charges for VIP packages)
To usher in the upcoming Twenty-Twenties, famed time-twisting musical collective Postmodern Jukebox will visit Wichita’s Orpheum Theater as they circumnavigate the globe in 2019 on their Welcome to the Twenties 2.0 Tour.
Wichita Symphony Orchestra plays Rachmaninoff: The Complete Piano Concertos
Feb. 15, 7:30 p.m.
Feb. 17, 3 p.m.
Arrive early for concert talks
Century II Concert Hall
Tickets start at $20
Is anything more romantic than attending the orchestra to hear Rachmaninoff? French pianist Lise de la Salle will be joining the orchestra to play these challenging compositions. Friday’s performance includes Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini + Piano Concertos Nos. 2 & 4. Sunday’s performance will be Piano Concertos Nos. 1 & 3. Tickets and info here.
88 Diamonds at Hopping Gnome Brewery
Feb. 16 at 8 p.m.
Hopping Gnome Brewing Company, 1710 E. Douglas
No cover; bring beer money and tip the band
Enjoy live R&B Soul music from super-talented local performers in 88 Diamonds and try some hand-crafted brews at Hopping Gnome for a fun, casual, post-Valentines Day Saturday night.
Prairie Rose Chuckwagon Supper hosts Susie McEntire (yes, Reba’s sister)
Feb. 16, gates open at 5:00 p.m., dinner starts at 6:30.
Prairie Rose Ranch, 15231 SW Parallel St, Benton (15 min. NE of Wichita)
$45 per person
Celebrate Valentine’s weekend by getting cozy together at the Prairie Rose Ranch for an all-you-can-eat chuckwagon BBQ dinner and a performance by award-winning country singer Susie McEntire. Get there early to enjoy additional Prairie Rose activities. For reservations call 316-778-2121.
Friends University Jazz Festival – The Four Freshmen
Feb. 16 at 7:30 p.m.
Crown Uptown Theater
$10-$50
The main event for the Friends University 2019 Jazz Festival is a concert featuring The Four Freshmen. Also performing will be the Friends University Alumni Big Band and the Friends University Vocal Jazz Ensemble.
2nd Annual Prom of the Ages – Adult Prom Party
Feb. 23, 7:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m.
Kansas Star Arena, 777 Kansas Star Dr., Mulvane
$34 per ticket until 2/1 then will go up to $38. Must be 21 or over.
Relive your prom or go for a do-over at this formal affair and fundraiser. You can go as a couple, go as a group, or go on your own to enjoy hit music from every generation and capture new prom memories. Proceeds benefit the “Freedom through Education” campaign for adult education provided via The Kansas School for Effective Learning (KANSEL).
Family Friendly
Color Me Mine: Daddy-Daughter or Mother-Son night
Daddy-Daughter date night: Feb. 2, 6-8 p.m.
Mother-Son Night of Fun: Feb. 9, 6-8 p.m.
2441 N. Maize Rd. #215
$10 deposit per person (deposit will be applied toward your total bill the night of the event)
Bring your son(s) or daughter(s) for a fun night of painting together. Paint something special for mom, dad or for each other. Pick up and pay for your items the night of the event. Sweet treat & drink included. Receive your items back in time for Valentine’s Day. Get more info here.
Valentines Paint-A-Mama Party by ICT Baby Bump Studio
Feb. 9, at 12 p.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m. or 6 p.m.
ICT Baby Bump Studio, 5921 E. Central Ave., lower level. (316) 361-6286.
$25. One ticket admits one painter and one expecting mother.
During this one-of-a-kind experience, guests will paint a design on the baby bump as guided by the lead artist. The 2-hour paint party will include snacks, refreshments and music. Outside snacks are allowed. Space is limited so sign up now to reserve your space.
Michael’s “Make Break:” Slime Your Heart Out
Feb. 9, 1-3 p.m.
Michael’s Store East, 11835 E. Kellogg. (316) 684-1300
Free
Fill slime with glittery mix-ins for a little valen-slime fun at Micheals. Supplies are provided, including premade slime.
Related: https://wichitaonthecheap.com/michaels-kids-club-craft-workshops-in-wichita/
Family-Friendly Valentines Party
Feb. 10, 3-6 p.m.
Fulton Valley Farm
$7
The whole family can have a great time at the Fulton Valley Farm Valentines Party, where they’ll have dancing, crafts, a DJ, and a donut wall!
Parent-Child Valentine’s Yoga
Feb. 10, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Limitless Yoga Studio, 357 S. Pattie
$10 per child, limit of 2 children per adult.
It’s a partner class themed all around Valentines! Parents and kids will be working together to do poses and have fun! Afterwards, parents will help their child decorate their very own Valentine’s Day cookie. Info here.
Anti-Valentine Party for teens
Feb. 14, 4- 5 p.m.
Rockwell branch, Wichita Public Library
Free
Teens in grades 6-12 (ages 12-17) are invited to a very different kind of Valentine party. Make anti-valentine crafts and decorate broken heart cookies for eating on-the-spot or taking home. Sign up
Father Daughter Dance & Dinner
Feb. 15, 6-8 p.m.
Chisholm Middle School, 900 E. 1st St., Newton
$35 per couple (father & daughter). Additional daughter tickets $5, additional father tickets $10.
Limited tickets. No walk ups, must register by Feb 8.
Although this Daddy-Daughter dance is held at Chisholm Middle School, it’s a fundraiser and open to the public. Daughters can bring their dads, grandpas, or other father-figures for dinner, dancing, and a DJ. All ages are welcome.
City of Wichita Parks & Rec Valentine Sweet Treats Class
Feb. 9, 9:30-10:30 a.m. (ages 4-7) or 11 a.m.-12 p.m. (ages 8-12). Registration deadline is noon on 2/8.
Evergreen facility, 2700 N. Woodlawn. (316)-303-8036.
$10
Make and decorate sweets for your sweetie at this Wichita Parks and Rec sweet-treat class. They’ll split the class into groups for ages 4-7 and ages 8-12.
Guess How Much I Love You 25th Anniversary
Feb. 11, 6:30– 7:15 p.m.
Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer
Free
Celebrate the anniversary of Sam McBratney’s Guess How Much I Love You with a reading of the book and interactive family play. For children ages 2-8.
Charlotte’s Web
Feb. 16, 11am & 2pm
Wichita Center for Performing Arts, 9112 E Central Ave. (316)-201-6654
$6 for students, $9 for adults (18+)
Enjoy Theatreworks USA’s production of Charlotte’s Web, which is based on E.B. White’s timeless and loving story of the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a little gray spider named Charlotte.
Nailed It! Family Cake Challenge
February 24, 2-3:30 p.m. (Registration begins February 10)
Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer
Free
Can your family work as a team to replicate an amazingly decorated cake? No baking necessary, just minimal frosting skills and a sense of humor. Cake and supplies will be provided. For ages 5-17 and their families. Call 337-9456 or register online. (Note that they request each child and adult be registered individually.)
“Galentine’s Day” Events
Galentine’s Day: A Celebration of Sisterhood
Feb. 13, 5:30- 8 pm
The Workroom, 150 N Cleveland St
Free
Bring the girlfriends and join The Workroom in a celebration of sisterhood. The Workroom is holding a special event for gals. According to organizers, there’s more info to come, but we know waffles will be involved.
Color Me Mine Adult Nights: Galentine’s Day
Feb. 13, 6-8 p.m.
2441 N. Maize Rd. #215
$10 reserves your spot and covers your studio fee.
Grab the girls & a bottle of wine –Color Me Mine will provide the chocolate! Pick & pay for the item you want to paint the night of the event. Go here for more info.
Galentine’s Day Block Party
Feb. 13, 5-10 p.m.
1710 E. Douglas
Hopping Gnome is teaming up with their neighbors for a fun come-and-go gal’s night and block party, so gather your favorite ladies and spend the evening on Douglas! At The Donut Whole, enjoy “Parks & Rec” themed donuts; you’ll find breakfast pizza and a waffle-themed dessert at Piatto Neapolitan Pizzeria; Hopping Gnome will have a new HBIC sour, coloring sheets, and themed activities.
Go Red For Women: Free Breakfast
Feb. 15, 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. (Registration required. Must be received by Feb. 8) Contact Megan.Sellers@heart.org or 316.768.3834)
DoubleTree by Hilton Wichita Airport | 2098 Airport Road
Free
Enjoy a healthy complimentary breakfast on National Wear Red Day and learn how to prevent heart disease and stroke at this FREE event. Wear red and bring your gal friends and family members.
Valentines Fitness Events and Races
Need to work off some of that chocolate? These February fitness events and Valentines Day run/walks will help with that.
2019 Run 4 Love 5K & 10K -Wichita
Virtual race: Complete your race any time in February 2019. You choose the course and time yourself.
$25 – $35 (and in honor of heart month, at least 15% from every registration will be donated to Heart to Heart International)
Run, jog, or walk on the road, on the trail, on the treadmill, at the gym or on the track (or even at another race). Run at your own pace, and time it yourself. More info.
Love 4 Yoga Challenge
Throughout February
Limitless Yoga Studio, 357 S. Pattie
$45
Get unlimited yoga for the month of February for $45. During the month complete 4 challenges (such as bring a friend or include the studio on a Facebook post) to also get the month of March for $45 plus prizes along the way.
Partner Yoga and Wine
Feb. 8, 7-9 p.m.
Limitless Yoga Studio, 357 S. Pattie
$30.00 per couple
Grab a friend, sweetheart, family member, or any yogi and try yoga together. This playful class for two will have you and your teammate working together in poses. After an hour long class for all levels, there will be a social hour with wine.
Stupid Cupid’s 2 Mile Run & Relay
Feb. 9, 8:30a.m.
Horseshoe Shelter within Sedgwick Co Park, 6501 W. 21st St N.
$45 up to Feb. 7; $50 on Feb. 8 & 9
This will be a quick, fun run geared for singles & lovers alike in Sedgwick County Park. Participants will receive a long-sleeve race shirt, custom race bib, finisher’s medals and chipped timing. Overall and age group awards for those placing in the race. Hot chocolate & donuts served after the run.
Wichita Sweetheart Run 5K
Feb. 10, 9 a.m., Kids run at 10 a.m.
Sedgwick County Park, 6501 W 21st St N
Advance tickets: $36, $68 for a team of 2, $12 for kids. Price at packet pick up & Race Day: $40, $75 for a team of 2, $15 for kids.
The 3rd annual Wichita Sweetheart Run 5K is a great chance to get out and run with your loved one! Individuals and couples will compete for age group and team awards, in addition to the awards for the fastest couples and individuals everyone will receive a great finishers medal and long sleeve shirt. Kids ages 8 and under can participate in the kid’s fun run and will receive a shirt and kids medal.
Blame it on the Boogie: Disco Zumba Party
Feb. 16, 6:30-8 p.m.
South YMCA, 3405 South Meridian
$25 (includes t-shirt)
Shake your booty with Melissa, Todd, Bryn and Ching for this Zumba party with 70’s flair. Bell-bottom pants, groovy sunglasses and big hair are strongly encouraged. There will be a photo booth and prizes for the best-dressed, PLUS you’ll get a “Shake Your Groove Thing” t-shirt
Not 4 Wimps Trail Race 2019 (10K, 10mile and 1/2 Marathon) by Derby Running Club
Feb. 17, 12-4 p.m.
Warren Riverview Park, 321 W. Market, Derby
Advance registration: $25 race fee + $2.50 signp fee. Registration ends February 15, 2019 at 11:59pm CST. Race day registration: $30
If you enjoy running, here’s your chance to work off that Valentine’s Day chocolate and dessert in the Not 4 Wimps Trail Race. Starting line is at the brand-new Warren Riverview park. Note: This is a challenging run for experienced runners. At the finish line, you’ll be treated to home-baked goodies and then enjoy a lovely fireplace and great view of those still coming in off of the course.
Show your fur baby some love with A Day For Dogs! Yoga
Feb. 23, 12-2 p.m. (DOGA class 1-1:30 p.m.)
Limitless Yoga Studio, 357 S. Pattie
Donations
Support the Wichita Animal Action League with an afternoon of spoiling your furry best friend! Dr. Koch will be offering chiropractic adjustments for your dog, Sugar Coated Bakery will have gourmet dog treats for sale and Limitless Yoga will host a donation based Doga class! Come spend some quality time with your four-legged friend at Limitless Yoga Studio all while supporting a group that does so much to help Wichita animals in need. Only 1 dog per adult, all dogs must be current in their vaccinations and be on a leash at all times.
