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Valentine's Day Gifts & Date Ideas in Downtown Wilmington

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If the pandemic has taught us anything, it’s to cherish our loved ones. This Valentine’s Day celebrate the special someone(s) in your life, friends and family included, with help from your favorite Downtown Wilmington small businesses. Whether your planning to stay in or head out on the town, Downtown Wilmington has got you covered!

Don’t forget to take advantage of free valet parking and the Dine Downtown Deal when planning date night!

Gifts They’ll Love

Al’s Sporting Goods has the gear needed to share the warmth this Valentine’s Day. From UGG to Columbia, you’ll find brand-name gifts for a cozy winter! Get rewarded with FREE shipping when you shop online.

A.R. Morris Jewelers has gifts that make a statement! Jewelry is never a bad idea and it’s the perfect way to mark a Valentine’s Day spent with a loved one: it’s personal, it’s memorable and it can be truly romantic. Shop online & you’ll even receive FREE shipping across the country.

Brew HaHa! just released a limited edition Romance Blend Coffee for all the Hopeless Coffee Romantics out there. Try their new limited release coffee. This three-component blend creates a chocolate-pineapple-brown-sugar sweetness with the perfect subtle floral finish. Order a bag for yourself or for the coffee lover in your life while you can!

LaFate Gallery has a number of love-themed paintings and gifts for the art-lover in your life from the award-winning folk artist Eunice LaFate. Shop online and ship your gift for FREE to anywhere in the US!

Morgan’s of Delaware is the perfect place to treat the fashionista in your life. Take advantage of their Winter Sale and save up to 50% storewide. Morgan’s creates chic everyday casual outfits that fit in fabrics that flatter. Click here to shop online or visit the store today. Online purchases also qualify for FREE shipping to anywhere in the US!

Spaceboy Clothing’s vintage collection is great for truly unique gifts. Utilize their custom screen printing services for an even more one-of-a-kind piece!

Spark’d Creative Pastry in DECO food hall is having a Valentine’s Day Bake Sale complete with festive sweet treats available for pre-order/pick-up with 48 hours notice. Click here to view the menu & order online!


Perfect for Date Night

Bardea will be opening its doors on a Sunday evening for the first time ever in honor of Valentine’s Day so don’t wait to make your reservations! Bardea.home will also be offering a 6-course surf & turf meal for two for those that want to spend the holiday in the comfort of their own home. Simple warming instructions are provided with every meal. Wine & cocktail pairings are also available! Orders must be placed by Thursday, February 12th, at 5 pm.

Cavanaugh’s offers filling takeout to fit any budget! Every Tuesday and Thursday night, you can take advantage of their $10 takeout dinner entrees and pick them up between 4-7 pm. Simply place your order online and stop by on your way home from work for a delicious and easy dinner. No cooking or cleaning involved!

Chelsea Tavern is offering its Sweetheart Package for two Friday, February 11th, through Sunday, the 14th. Enjoy a 3-course pre-fixe menu and a glass of sparkling wine for $75/couple. All lovers are welcome, so make your reservation today!

Currie Hair, Skin, & Nails’ new location opened at the Hotel Dupont just in time to pamper your loved one for Valentine’s Day! With a full spa, hair, nail, and makeup services, it’s the perfect place to relax and renew. During the month of February, the salon is even featuring a chocolate-covered berry facial meant to maximize hydration and reduce inflammation.

HOTEL DU PONT is the perfect place for a staycation! Enjoy chef-curated and French-inspired in-suite dining packages from Le Cavalier in a private hotel room for an overnight stay or just for dinner. Groups of 2-10 can book the offering for a three-hour dinner block or dinner and an overnight stay. Maison x Le Cav offers an equally decadent take-home option for those who might prefer an intimate night in this V-Day. 

La Fia has the perfect atmosphere for an intimate date night! Offering a 4-course Valentine’s Day Pre-Fixe menu, including lobster bisque and New York strip steak, these reservations are sure to be filled quickly,

Terra Café now offers Greek Dinner to-go meals on Friday nights in February perfect for staying in! The meals change weekly, so there is sure to be something to satisfy your cravings. To reserve an order, simply call the restaurant by Wednesday at 2:00 pm to ensure availability.


The Sold Firm is opening a brand new exhibit in February perfect for a thoughtful date night. STORM by Sakana Walls opens in Black History Month with a powerful story that digs into the dark areas of a less desirable world. Sakana has used his artistic gift and limited resources to pull himself out of that dark place and create freedom from behind bars. Each art piece expresses hope, redemption, and peace. Sakana Walls, a Philadelphia painter, will be presenting his first art exhibit at The Sold Firm Art Gallery while incarcerated in a local prison. This is the first time a Delaware art gallery is presenting a solo exhibit by an incarcerated artist. 

Fall in love with Wilmington at these Valentine's Day events!

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Love is all around Downtown Wilmington this month! Check out these events to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your loved ones.

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Prix Fixe Dinner

February 14-16 | Chelsea Tavern

For $75 per couple, guests will enjoy a 3-course dinner at Chelsea Tavern including champagne. Reservations are recommended at 302.482.3333!

TonicBar&Grille

Chef-Inspired Menu

February 14 | Tonic Bar & Grille

Tonic is offering a chef-inspired menu for Valentine's Day with delicious entrees like this mouthwatering 12 oz Filet Mignon!

Wilmington Chocolate Festival

Chocolate Festival

February 14, 11AM | Wilmington Public Library

Participate in the baking contest, sample chocolates, purchase tickets for the raffle baskets and face painting at the Wilmington Public Library's Annual Chocolate Festival!

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Cupid's Undie Run

February 15, 12PM | The Queen

Cupid’s Undie Run is a “brief” fun run (a mile-ish, at your own pace) that takes place in the middle of a BIG party to find a cure for neurofibromatosis!

Love is in the Air in Wilmington, DE! Here is Where to Celebrate Valentines Day!

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Love is in the air and there is just two weeks left to make your Valentine's Day plans. Whether you are single or madly in love, there are plenty of activities in Wilmington, DE to celebrate! 

HOTEL DU PONT

Hotel Dupont

Choose from several events at the recently renovated Green Room within the legendary Hotel Du Pont including a Valentine's Day 5 Course Dinner, Rose Petal Brunch, Lovebirds Two-Course Lunch and Chocolate Tea! More information can be found at http://www.hoteldupont.com/events-en.html

Chelsea Tavern & Ernest and Scott Taproom

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Pick the perfect Valentine's Day dinner option from two excellent Downtown restaurants for only $75 per couple! More information and reservations can be made on http://www.ernestandscott.com/

Big Fish Grill

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If your Valentine is a big fan of seafood this is the place for them and they will be providing special dinner entrees just for the occasion! Make your reservations quickly! https://www.facebook.com/events/1538772966232074/

Merchant Bar

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Single and mingling? Join Merchant Bar for their first annual Valentine’s Day Cocktail Party. Enjoy a flight of four Champagne cocktails plus passed & stationed hors d’oeuvres. The cost is only $45pp plus gratuity. The cocktail party begins at 6:30pm.  Only 30 spaces available, book online by clicking here: http://bit.ly/2nvw6FM

The Delaware Contemporary

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No Valentine? No problem! Get your hands messy and be creative at The Delaware Contemporary! Join Teaching Artist Tia Santana for a laid back, down and dirty Date Night with friends, someone special, or your inner artist. Create an object, glaze it, then come back to pick it up ready to use or give as a gift! A cash bar will be available and the cost is only $30 per person and $25 for museum friends. To register click here. 

Riverfront Pets

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Sometimes the best companions in life are the furry friends of ours! Treat your pet or find a new furry family member at Riverfront Pets! Who knows, even if you are single, you may meet your soul mate who is also an animal adorer! More information can be found here.

Tonic Bar & Grille

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If you haven't been to Tonic Bar & Grille in awhile you are in for a real treat! Their delectable dishes are always a hit and will absolutely impress your loved one this Valentine's Day! More details can be found on https://www.tonicbargrille.com/events/month/