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Valentine's Day Saturday, February 14th 2026
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Show your sweetheart some love with the gift of local. Businesses throughout Lincoln Square and Ravenswood are rolling out the red carpet this Valentine's Day with local gift ideas and dining specials.
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Lincoln Square Love Story, Ravenswood Romance
Do you have a memorable story of love, friendship, or connection that began at a Lincoln Square or Ravenswood business? We'd love to hear it! Whether it's a romantic tale, a heartwarming friendship, or an unforgettable experience, your story could be featured in our campaign celebrating love in local businesses.
Please fill out this form to share your story by Friday, February 6.
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Galentine's Floral Design Workshops
The Eco Flamingo Market Cafe - 4754 N Rockwell Street
On February 10th, expect a nice variety of flowers, textures and colors for crafting a unique design to take home with you.
Grab your best girl, because it’s time to trade the to-do list for an evening of creative magic. Whether you’re a flower enthusiast or have never held a pair of shears, our Galentine’s Floral Design Workshop is all about celebrating the women who make life beautiful.
We provide absolutely everything you need! The events are BYOB.
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Galentine's Day Portrait Painting Party
Bon Femmes - 4917 N Damen Avenue
Join us on Friday, February 13th, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Bon Femmes shop for a hilarious and heartfelt evening of painting portraits with your best friend. Inspired by those viral videos where couples paint each other’s portraits, this event puts a playful twist on capturing the essence (and quirks!) of your BFF. Click here for details and ticketing. -
Will You Be My Galentine?
Lena Rose Beauty - 4647 N Lincoln Avenue
Join Lena Rose on Friday, February 13 for a full day event of self love, friendship, and self-care! Enjoy special beverages, treats and a free gift with service this Galentine's Day! Enjoy a Tarot reading by Glenda's Guidance (3-6) and a Love Letter Station (all day).Glenda’s Guidance will be doing 15 minute tarot readings ($15) and 30 minute tarot readings ($30). Click here to sign up.
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Book Swap: Romance Edition
Bon Femmes - 4917 N Damen Avenue
Calling all romance readers! Join us at Bon Femmes on Friday, February 6th for a cozy, swoon-worthy Romance Edition Book Swap, a night dedicated to love stories, happily-ever-afters, and all the drama in between. Whether you’re into slow burns, rom-coms, enemies-to-lovers, or dog-eared paperbacks you’ve reread a dozen times, this swap is for you.
Click here for details and reserve your spot.
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Pop Up Workshop - Valentine's Day Class
Bunny Ears Art House - 4541 N Lincoln Avenue
Join us for this pop-up Valentines workshop on Sunday, February 8! Create shaker bookmark Valentines for their entire class. Complete with glitter, confetti, stickers and fun ribbon and yarn each child will leave with a stack of cute, useful Valentines their friends will love.
When kids make Valentines themselves, they’re thinking about their friends—choosing colors, designs, and details. That thoughtfulness turns Valentine’s Day into an act of kindness, friendship and care. Click here for details and registration. -
Print Your Heart Out: Monotype Card-Making
Lillstreet Art Center - 4401 N Ravenswood Avenue
Get a head start on Valentine’s Day with one-of-a-kind monotype cards. Use water-based inks, stencils, and pre-cut cards to create layered prints with painterly marks and textures. Learn plate prep and printing, and leave with cards ready to give. All levels welcome. Friday, February 6 6-9pm. Click here to register.
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Valentine's Day Trunk Show
Lillstreet Art Center - 4401 N Ravenswood Avenue
Enjoy a Valentine's Day Trunk Show featuring thoughtfully crafted jewelry by Rebecca Zemans. Saturday, February 7 11am - 3pm.
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Valentine Floral Design Workshop
MOLASSES - 4617 N Lincoln Avenue
On Thursday, February 12, join us for a sweet valentine floral arrangement workshop with Pulp. Play with textured greens and chocolate cherry hued florals to make your own vase arrangement to take home and enjoy.
All materials included and some light refreshments with sweet treats provided. Click here for details and ticketing.
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All attendees receive 20% off in-store shopping night of the event
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All skill levels welcomed
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Valentine Pajama Jam!
Old Town School of Folk Music - 4545 N Lincoln Avenue
Make your way to the annual Old Town School par-tay celebrating LOVE and togetherness through singing and dancing on Saturday, February 7! Join Old Town School teaching artists from our children's programs as they lead you and your little ones in making joyful sounds, moving merrily, and sharing this special experience. You're sure to leave a little happier; we hope you can make it! Feel free to come in your pajamas or just your comfiest clothes; beloved stuffies are also welcome to attend at no extra charge! ;) Click here for details and registration.
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Sips & Sweets
Begyle Brewing - 1800 W Cuyler Ave
On Thursday, February 12, join us for an evening of delicious beer and artisanal chocolates from Katherine Anne Confections. Treat your Valentine to an evening of delicious, carefully-brewed Begyle beer and artisanal chocolates from local legend Katherine Anne Confections! Each ticket includes an in-person guided tasting event with 5 beers and chocolate pairings. Click here for ticketing information.
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Valentine Marbling Workshop
Dovetail Brewery - 1800 W Belle Plaine Avenue
Join in for a grounding, inspiring marbling workshop at Dovetail Brewery. Learn the meditative art of suminagashi! Suminagashi is the ancient, meditative Japanese paper marbling process translating to "floating" or "spilled" ink. You'll learn how to use colorful inks to paint on the surface of water as you create one-of-a-kind marbled designs. Click here for details and ticketing.
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After Hours Fragrance Consults
Merz Apothecary - 4716 N. Lincoln Avenue
Join us for After Hours Fragrance Consults! Just in time for Valentine's Day, find your perfect fragrance or one for someone you love. Enjoy personalized recommendations from our fragrance experts and after hours access to the store, plus light bites and drinks provided. Thursday Feb. 12 | 6 PM to 8 PM. $40, Ticket price applicable toward purchase on the night of the event Click here to purchase your tickets.
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Hands-On Macarons From the Heart
The Chopping Block - 4747 N Lincoln Avenue
French macarons take a bit of finesse to get that...je ne sais quoi. Our expert pastry chef will guide you through every step of the technique as you learn and practice how to make three different, delicious varieties in this hands-on class. You will go home with a box of your beautiful masterpieces to share with your valentine! Enjoy 15% off Friday daytime classes! Your total at checkout includes the discount.
Friday, February 13 10am-1pm https://thechoppingblock.
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Sew Sweet Mingle
Tailorbird Fabrics - Avenue
On Thursday, February 12, join Tailorbird for a community appreciation event at the shop from 6:30 - 8pm. Expect treats, creativity and an opportunity to show your work some love. The event is free - but please RSVP here.
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Valentine's Day Dance at Fit City Kids
Fit City Kids - 2540 W Lawrence Avenue
Friday, February 13
4:30–7:00 PM
All Ages Welcome
$50 per pair (1 child + 1 adult)Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a special Fit City Kids Valentine’s Day Dance!
This fun-filled evening is designed for kids and their favorite grown-up to dance, play, and make memories together.Enjoy a lively dance party, open play, festive refreshments, and a raffle with exciting prizes. Dress up, dance it out, and celebrate love, laughter, and movement in a playful Fit City Kids environment.
Additional children may be added after registration. Click here for details and registration.
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Hands-On Valentine's Day: Moonstruck
The Chopping Block - 4747 N Lincoln Avenue
Indulge in an elegant Italian Valentine’s experience! In this hands-on class, you’ll craft an upscale menu showcasing vibrant flavors and classic Italian techniques, perfect for a special evening. Enjoy a fun and interactive atmosphere, and leave with new skills to elevate your own culinary creations.
Friday, February 13 6pm-9pm https://thechoppingblock.
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Hands-On Valentine's Day: Supper Club Rib Roast
The Chopping Block - 4747 N Lincoln Avenue
Celebrate Valentine’s Day the supper club way! In this hands-on class, you’ll master a perfectly seasoned, slow-roasted rib roast and prepare the timeless appetizers and sides that make a true Midwestern feast. Come ready to cook, savor and celebrate this hearty and delicious upscale tradition.
Friday, February 13 6pm-9pm https://thechoppingblock.
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Hands-On Bubbly Brunch
The Chopping Block - 4747 N Lincoln Avenue
Toast to a sparkling Valentine’s morning! In this hands-on class, you’ll craft a fresh and flavorful brunch menu, perfectly paired with our favorite sparkling cocktail—the Bellini. Enjoy a morning filled with delicious food, fun and fizz! One bellini is included in the price of the class, but additional will be available for purchase.
Saturday, February 14 11am-1:30pm https://thechoppingblock.
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Valentine's Wine, Cheese, Chocolate and Song Pairing
VIN 312 Winery - 4710 N Ravenswood Avenue
This February, we’re hosting a romantic evening of wine, cheese, chocolate, and live music, designed to be shared and savored. Guests will enjoy a guided tasting of three handcrafted wines, each paired with artisan cheeses and decadent chocolates, all while live music by Joaquin Mauro sets the mood.
You’ll also have the chance to tour the winery, hosted by the winemaker, and experience the space in its most romantic form.
Two Nights Only
Friday, February 13th & Saturday, February 14th
8:00 PM startClick here for ticketing information.
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Hands-On Chocolate Boot Camp
The Chopping Block - 4747 N Lincoln Avenue
Chocolate is one of the most complex and popular ingredients in the world. We will uncover its secrets and teach you the ins and outs of how to expertly work with this exotic ingredient in today’s hands-on class. We’ll work with and taste a variety of chocolates containing different cocoa percentages to give you a full understanding of their nuances and characteristics.
A vegetarian lunch will be served during class.Saturday, February 14 10am-4pm https://thechoppingblock.
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Love, Lust, Neon: A Neon Heart Bending Workshop
Lightwriters Neon Chicago - 4222 N Ravenswood Avenue
Create your own heart-shaped neon piece with instructor Kacie Lees, then watch your heart come to life while you cozy up in the studio. Students will follow along with an illustrated guide—which visually breaks down each step in the bending process into key moves, work with a bending pattern, and get in the fire to form a unique piece. This four-hour immersive experience will teach you the basics of neon, and you’ll leave with a glowing neon heart, shaped by your very own hands. Saturday, February 14 2pm.
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Ravenswood Maker Market
KOVAL Distillery - 4241 N Ravenswood Avenue
Community. Art. A Good time. Join us in the Ravenswood neighborhood of Chicago to shop 25 makers with a drink in hand at KOVAL Distillery! Products will be a wide variety of handmade and vintage goods including original art, home decor, clothing, paper products, metal working, jewelry, soap, candles, and a whole lot more! This event is FREE to attend! You only pay for the items you wish to purchase and the drinks you want to consume. This is a family friendly event, however please note alcohol will be present due to the nature of the venue.
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Hearts & Crafts
BitSpace Chicago - 2541 W Lawrence Avenue
Join us for a special afternoon on Saturday, February 7 from 2-5pm. Show your appreciation and love by designing a custom card, “candy” hearts, and more! Swing by the shop for a crafting extravaganza. We’ve got everything to make some truly magical memories. Bring the whole family along – it's going to be a blast!All ages are welcome!
*Children under 7 must be accompanied by a registered adult.$20 for one, OR
Save 50% off each additional attendee!
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a. favorite design
a. favorite design - 4432 N Kedzie Avenue
As always, we have lots of love and Valentine's Day letterpress greeting cards too.
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A Pretty Flower
A Pretty Flower - 2334 W Lawrence Avenue
We can't wait to celebrate love with you all! Advance order required, walk-in custom work will not be available. Please order ahead for both pickup and delivery Feb 12th, 13th and 14th.
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Amy's Candy Bar
Amy's Candy Bar - 4704 N Damen Avenue
Valentine's Day Candy
Everyone needs a little bit of candy for Valentine's Day! Swing by Amy's Candy Bar in Ravenswood for the best selection of sweets. From gummies to truffles, and everything in between, Amy's is sure to have that special treat for your loved one.
Checkout what they're whipping up for Valentine's Day on their website.
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The Book Cellar
The Book Cellar - 4736 - 4738 N Lincoln Avenue
No matter your partnering status, now is the perfect time to make that leap of faith! Peruse The Book Cellar's Blind Date With A Book selections. Coy descriptions will be provided, but you won't know what you're going to read until you unwrap it. Who knows, you may just find The One! Or The One For Right Now, we're not judging.
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Bad Luck Club
Bad Luck Club - 2114 W Montrose Avenue
For last-minute planners or anyone looking for an upgrade from those picked-over grocery store flowers, we’ve got you covered! We’re teaming up with the Floriography Fellows to bring a flower bar to Bad Luck Club. Whether you’re celebrating Galentine’s with your besties or want to create a one-of-a-kind gift for someone special, we’ve got the stems!
- Location: 2114 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
- Time: Thursday, Feb 13th, 3:30 pm until the petals run out!
Skip the checkout line. Support local. Build your own masterpiece.
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David Jay Collins
David Jay Collins - Author
Summerdale Valentines - LGBTQ+ horrorPrefer to send a darker greeting on Valentine's Day? Then look at the free, printable PDFs designed for David Jay Collins's Summerdale trilogy about four gay men, four addictions, and one landlord from Hell. All five beautifully ghastly cards reimagine ants, meat hooks, moth wings, and skulls as hearts. Summerdale House landlord Mr. McGreevy sends his very best to you this Valentine's Day...Single & Cooking - LGBTQ+ romance over 50Warm up your winter evenings with a summer romance on the beach! Single & Cooking is the first of David's two-book series about a popular college professor who discovers new possibilities with love and career while on sabbatical in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Readers have called Single & Cooking gentle, heartfelt, and romantic. Book 2 will be out this summer. -
ENJOY, AN URBAN GENERAL STORE
ENJOY, AN URBAN GENERAL STORE - 4723 N Lincoln AvenueThe perfect Valentine's Day Card makes a really good gift GREAT!
Click here to view all of the great Valentine's Day gift items from ENJOY.
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Merz Apothecary
Merz Apothecary - 4716 N Lincoln Avenue
Merz has lots of great Valentine's Day gift ideas for shoppers. Check out their Valentine's Day gift guide here and shop online or shop in the store and their amazing team will you help you find the perfect gift.
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Neighborly
Neighborly - 4710 N Lincoln Avenue
Neighborly's full collection of Valentine's Day gift ideas can be found HERE
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Artango Bar & Steakhouse
Artango Bar & Steakhouse - 5077 N Lincoln Avenue
Enjoy a romantic dinner where you can sip on delicious cocktails, savor amazing food, and experience live romantic jazz. Delight yourself with our Latin-style prix-fixe dinner, $125 pp, that will win your lover’s heart. The prix-fixe menu will be available on Feb 14. Click here to view the menu and make your reservations.
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Au Levain
Au Levain Bakery & Cafe - 4301 N Lincoln Avenue
Love is in the (bakery) air

Valentine’s Day preorders are officially open at Au Levain, and we baked up something extra dreamy for your sweetheart (or yourself — we don’t judge).This year’s Valentine’s menu features:
A keepsake tin of Linzer Cookies filled with ruby-red raspberry preserves $28
Heart-shaped Conchas stuffed with fluffy raspberry mousse and silky mango & passionfruit curd $24Perfect for gifting, sharing, or quietly eating in your car.
Preorders are now open — quantities are limited, so don’t wait to snag the sweetest treats of the season.Click here for more details.
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Bistro Campagne
Bistro Campagne - 4518 N Lincoln Avenue
Bistro Campagne will be featuring a special prix fixe menu for Valentine's Day with an optional wine paring. Reservations can be made here.
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Dimo's Pizza
Dimo's Pizza - 4647 N Lincoln Avenue
Heart Shaped Pizzas are back at Dimo's Pizza! Preorders open at dimospizza.com for pickup on Valentine's Day. Because nothing says "I love you" like pizza!
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Geraldine's
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Dorothy's Sweet Shoppe
Dorothy's Sweet Shoppe - 4925 N Lincoln Avenue
Dorothy's does Valentine's Day right! Stop by the shop and grab some Valentine's Day Sweets for your Valentine!
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Il Milanese
Il Milanese - 2201 W Montrose Avenue
Make your reservations for Valentino 2026! Click here to do so now!
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Jerry's Sandwiches
Jerry's Sandwiches - 4732 N Lincoln Avenue
Looking for something fabulous to do with the whole family this Valentine's Day? How about a special Valentine's Day Dinner for families hosted by Dragtastic Ginger Forest and Candi Forest! Saturday, February 14 5:30 - 7pm. Free "toast" with entree purchase. Reservations preferred. 773.733.6673.
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Mindful Baking
Mindful Baking - 4201 N Ravenswood Avenue
Mindful Baking Cafe is happy to offer a wide selection of Valentine's Day offerings that are all 100% vegan and gluten-free, so no one has to miss out on indulging!
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Piccadilly Pub
Piccadilly Pub - 4749 N Rockwell Street
Dinner for Two - Valentine’s Weekend | Feb 13 & 14
Love is in the air—and on the table. Treat your favorite person to our Valentine’s Weekend Dinner for Two, perfect for a cozy, indulgent night out.
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Champagne Truffle Chips – parmesan, garlic herb butter, truffle aioli, truffle salt, cracked black pepper & chives
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Two glasses of bubbles (N/A option available)
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Local Katherine Anne chocolate truffles
Make it extra special: Stop by the market and grab a handmade floral bouquet to complete the date.
Shop for your sweetheart! Pick up a beautiful local floral arrangement, some Katherine Anne Truffles, special bottles of bubbles, and even caviar next door at Piccadilly Market! -
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Platform47
Platform 47 - 4709 N Damen Avenue
Bring your special people and take advantage of their special fixed price Valentine's Menu on Saturday, February 14!
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The Warbler
The Warbler - 4535 N Lincoln Avenue
Celebrate your someone special at The Warbler and enjoy their wonderful Valentine's Day offerings! The delicious three-course prix-fixe menu features The Warbler's signature touches as well as specially crafted dishes designed with love for this special occasion. Click here to view the menu and make your reservations today!
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Bloom Yoga Studio
Bloom Yoga Studio - 4663 N Rockwell Street
Love Your Practice at Bloom! During the month of February, attend each of the following classes to be entered into a raffle for a 60-minute massage! Classes include: Gentle, Meditation, New Instructor, Your Class of Choice, and bonus entry for a 2nd New Instructor! Each 'bonus new instructor' is an additional entry into the raffle! Please reach out to Bloom if you have any questions or if you'd like suggestions on the best classes for you! -
The NOW Massage Lincoln Square
The NOW Massage Lincoln Square - 4715 N Lincoln Avenue
The Now is offering a special Valentine's Day promotion. Receive a $20 promotional card with every $100 gift card purchase. Offer valid 1.23.26 - 2.14.26. Click here for details.
Become a Ritual Member and receive a complimentary 50-minute massage after your first three months. Valid in-boutique only. Offer valid NOW through 2.28.26. Click here for details.
Become a Ritual Member and receive a complimentary NOW Palm Tree Tote! Valid in-boutique only. Offer valid NOW through 2.28.26. Click here for details.
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LSR Community Gift Card
Help keep local dollars LOCAL with the LSR Community Card! Redeemable at participating businesses in Lincoln Square and Ravenswood, the Community Card allows you to give the gift of local for Valentine's Day or anytime throughout the year.
How it Works. Select the value of your LSR Community eGift Card. Choose your recipient (family, friends, team members) and send via email or text message. The recipient can use that value to make purchases at any participating locations!
