Don't know what to do for your sweetheart on Valentine's? Hint: chocolates and candy are classics for a reason, but all it really takes is for you and your loved one to do something fun together, whatever that may mean. Here are some great ways to celebrate Valentine's Day in the Milwaukee area.
Valentine's Weekend Events
- UW-Milwaukee Festival of Films in French
What: Take your valentine to see a film in French -- the language of love.
Where: UW-Milwaukee Union Cinema, 2200 E. Kenwood Blvd.
When: Friday, February 3 through Sunday, February 12
Contact: 414.229.4070
Cost: All films are free
- Isn't It Romantic? Love Songs from Vienna to Broadway
What: The Florentine Opera presents popular love songs.
Where: Marcus Center for Performing Arts, Vogel Hall, 929 N. Water St.
When: 7:30 Friday, February 10; 2:30 and 7:30 Saturday, February 11; and 2:30 Sunday, February 12
Contact: 414.291.5700
Cost: $22 - $32
- Romancing the Stars
What: Tour the cosmos with a special Valentine's Day star show.
Where: Daniel M. Soref Planetarium at the Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W. Wells St.
When: 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, February 11; 2:30 p.m. Sunday, February 12; 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 14
Contact: 414.319.4629
Cost: $20 per couple
- Valentine's Specials at the Pfister
What: Spring for a room and brunch package at Milwaukee's grande dame hotel.
Where: Pfister Hotel, 424 E. Wisconsin Ave.
When: Saturday, February 11 and Sunday, February 12
Contact: 414.273.8222
Cost: $210 and up
- Be My Valentine at the Domes
What: Take a candlelight stroll through the domes with candy and cocktails.
Where: Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, 524 S. Layton Blvd.
When: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 14
Contact: 414.649.9830
Cost: $10, $5 ages 6-17, free for kids 5 and under
