

# Valentine's Events in Chicago: Where the City Actually Goes Out

- **Subtitle**: From goth balls to burner meetups, Valentine's in Chicago is loud, social, and anything but traditional
- **Category**: Valentine's Day
- **Display Name**: Valentine's day events
- **Type**: other

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## About

Looking at the way Valentine’s events in Chicago are filling up this year, it’s clear people here aren’t staying home over a bowl of pasta and Netflix — they’re going out, and they’re choosing vibes over formality. With thousands already locked into plans, the big signals are obvious: shared, high-energy nights are beating out stiff prix-fixe dinners. The Nocturna "New Loves & Broken Hearts" Valentine’s Ball with DJ Scary Lady Sarah is pulling in the crowd that wants romance with eyeliner and loud speakers, not roses and white tablecloths. The Bahamas V-Day Cruise and Terrapin Flyer’s Mardi Gras Weekend say a lot about couples who’ve done the usual date night and now want a whole scene around them — music, costumes, strangers, stories. Chicago Burner Meet n’ Greet and the Shimmer shoegaze/dreampop party are essentially anti-cheesy Valentine’s plans, perfect for first dates or situationships where you want a fun backdrop and zero pressure to be “cute” all night. Meanwhile, dances like Swingin' Sweetheart's with the Rhythm Rockets and spots like Experience 868, Eataly Chicago, and Goose Island are where long-term couples and friend groups are landing: relaxed enough to feel normal, special enough to feel like a plan. If you’re figuring out things to do for Valentine’s Day in Chicago, follow the crowds, not the clichés — a live-music party, a themed dance, or a buzzy food-and-drink hang will feel more real than a quiet corner you had to overpay to reserve. For truly romantic things to do in Chicago this year, think less “perfect table for two,” more “we did something we’ll actually talk about later.”

## Trending Events in Chicago

- **Event Name**: Rock The Boat Chicago The Biggest All White Yacht Party Juneteenth Weekend
  - **Description**: The biggest All White daytime yacht party in Chicago. Juneteenth Weekend. Lake Michigan. Early Bird $50.About this Eventhttps://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/515b4090-f57c-11f0-92d6-d568e2653d8f-rimg-w5
  - **Venue**: Anita Dee II Yacht
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- **Event Name**: African/Caribbean International Festival of Life (IFOL) - 33rd Annual.
  - **Description**: Celebrate America’s 250th Independence Anniversary @ 33rd AFRICAN/CARIBBEAN INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF LIFE (IFOL) July 4th weekend, Fri., Sat., Sun., 3, 4 &amp; 5th, 2026 @Union Park, 1501 W. Rand
  - **Venue**: Union Park
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- **Event Name**: Family Building Panel in Chicago | Surrogacy, IVF & LGBTQ Parenthood Event
  - **Description**: You don’t want to miss this.If you’re exploring surrogacy, IVF, egg donation, or alternative paths to parenthood in Chicago, a Families Out Loud panel is designed to give you the clarity and community many intended parents are searc
  - **Venue**: Willis Tower, South Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, USA
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- **Event Name**: Chicago Area - Pop Up Picnic Park Date for Couples! (Self-Guided)
  - **Description**: Park Picnic date For Couples (Self-Guided) Enjoy fun digital activities in your digital date night box!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/3RnPhdEZLIIPOP-UP PICNIC IN THE PARK DATE NIGHT INCLUDES:
  - **Venue**: Robert Taylor Park - Recommended Park Venue or another park choice (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED)
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- **Event Name**: Chicago Strategic Leadership Masterclass July 16-17, 2026
  - **Description**: Many professionals are promoted into leadership roles without formal leadership training. They are expected to motivate teams, communicate clearly, and guide decisions while managing competing priorities.Without a clear understandin
  - **Venue**: Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel
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- **Event Name**: 2-Day Chicago Event Planner Certification July 18-19, 2026
  - **Description**: Certified Event Planner (CEP) – 2-Day Intensive TrainingTake your event planning skills from good to great. This premium certification program gives you the practical strategies, insider knowledge, and professional
  - **Venue**: Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile
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- **Event Name**: From Expert Contributor to Authentic Leader: Design Your Leadership Style
  - **Description**: Stop trying to fit the mold of a 'boss' and start building the leader you actually want to follow.We've all worked for the "accidental manager"; the high performer who was promoted for their technical skill and ability to execute, but left witho
  - **Venue**: 318 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL, USA
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- **Event Name**: Project Management ( PMP ) Exam Prep Classroom Training in Chicago, IL
  - **Description**: Centuera, a highly regarded and globally recognized professional training institute, is honored to invite you to join the ranks of the hundreds of thousands of certified professionals who have been trained by Centuera.The Project Management Professiona
  - **Venue**: Regus - Chicago - Hyde Park
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- **Event Name**: Morgan Wallen Still the Problem Tour 2026
  - **Description**: 🎶 Morgan Wallen Live in Chicago — Win 2 Tickets!Country music superstar Morgan Wallen is bringing his chart-topping hits to Chicago for an electrifying live concert experience. From fan favorite
  - **Venue**: Soldier Field
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## Things to Do in Chicago

### Lounges & Rooftops

- **Name**: Cindy's Rooftop
  - **Rating**: 4.5 (4.6k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 12 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 50
  - **Timings**: Mon–Thu: 11:00am–11:00pm, Fri: 11:00am–12:00am, Sat: 10:00am–12:00am, Sun: 10:00am–11:00pm
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- **Name**: A. J. Hudson's Public House
  - **Rating**: 4.6 (770 reviews)
  - **Location**: 3801 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60613, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 15
  - **Timings**: Mon–Fri: 11:00am–2:00am, Sat: 6:00am–3:00am, Sun: 7:30am–2:00am
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/a-j-hudsons-public-house-aidyofvns
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- **Name**: The Aviary
  - **Rating**: 4.2 (1.3k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 955 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 100
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sun: 5:00pm–12:00am, Fri: 5:00pm–1:00am, Sat: 4:30pm–1:00am
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/the-aviary-aidziiu9y
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- **Name**: Panchos Rooftop Cantina
  - **Rating**: 4 (1.4k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 327 S Plymouth Ct, Chicago, IL 60604, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 20
  - **Timings**: Mon–Fri: 4:00pm–12:00am, Sat–Sun: 11:30am–12:00am
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- **Name**: Sportsman's Club
  - **Rating**: 4.6 (443 reviews)
  - **Location**: 948 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 10
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sun: 5:00pm–2:00am
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/sportsmans-club-aidyt1o53
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- **Name**: Pops for Champagne
  - **Rating**: 4.4 (542 reviews)
  - **Location**: 601 N State St, Chicago, IL 60610, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 15
  - **Timings**: Mon–Wed: 3:00pm–11:00pm, Thu–Fri: 3:00pm–12:00am, Sat: 1:00pm–12:00am, Sun: 3:00pm–10:00pm
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### Restaurants

- **Name**: The Dearborn
  - **Rating**: 4.6 (4.2k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 145 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60602, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 30
  - **Timings**: Mon–Fri: 11:00am–10:00pm, Sat–Sun: 10:00am–10:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/the-dearborn-aidzwn9p0
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- **Name**: Lula Cafe
  - **Rating**: 4.7 (3k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 2537 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 25
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sun: 4:30pm–10:00pm, Mon–Sun: 9:00am–3:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/lula-cafe-aidnq5h4y
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- **Name**: Beatrix - N Clark St
  - **Rating**: 4.4 (4.2k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 519 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 26
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sun: 7:00am–9:00pm, Fri–Sat: 7:00am–10:00pm
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- **Name**: Summer House Santa Monica
  - **Rating**: 4.4 (3.1k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 1954 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 35
  - **Timings**: Mon–Wed: 11:00am–9:00pm, Thu–Fri: 11:00am–10:00pm, Sat: 9:00am–10:00pm, Sun: 9:00am–9:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/summer-house-santa-monica-aidnq4fix
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- **Name**: Sunny Side Up Breakfast & Lunch
  - **Rating**: 4.3 (1.7k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 42 E Superior St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 13
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sun: 8:00am–2:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/sunny-side-up-breakfast-and-lunch-aidni3ftf
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- **Name**: Oriole
  - **Rating**: 4.8 (519 reviews)
  - **Location**: 661 W Walnut St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 100
  - **Timings**: Tue–Sat: 5:00pm–11:30pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/oriole-aidzczez2
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### Cafes

- **Name**: Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe
  - **Rating**: 4.6 (8.4k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 130 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 20
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sun: 7:00am–2:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/wildberry-pancakes-and-cafe-aidn2zpv2
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- **Name**: The Purple Pig
  - **Rating**: 4.6 (6.4k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 444 Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 20
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sun: 11:00am–10:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/the-purple-pig-aidzi50ip
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- **Name**: The Dearborn
  - **Rating**: 4.6 (4.2k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 145 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60602, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 30
  - **Timings**: Mon–Fri: 11:00am–10:00pm, Sat–Sun: 10:00am–10:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/the-dearborn-aidzwn9p0
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- **Name**: Lula Cafe
  - **Rating**: 4.7 (3k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 2537 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 25
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sun: 4:30pm–10:00pm, Mon–Sun: 9:00am–3:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/lula-cafe-aidnq5h4y
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- **Name**: Alinea
  - **Rating**: 4.6 (2.6k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 100
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sun: 5:00pm–10:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/alinea-aidzxav4o
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- **Name**: American Girl Place
  - **Rating**: 4.5 (2.6k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 835 Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 5
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sun: 11:00am–6:00pm, Sat: 10:00am–7:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/american-girl-place-aidfjhz0t
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- **Q**: How can I find Valentine's Day events in Chicago?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Valentine's Day events in Chicago on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Valentine's Day events in Chicago?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: Are there any online Valentine's Day events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Valentine's Day events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Valentine's Day events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Follow the Valentine's Day category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Valentine's Day events are listed in Chicago.

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