Planning a Valentine’s Date Night? Whether you and your Valentine enjoy live entertainment, dancing, or staying active, there are plenty of ways to spend a romantic evening in Rochester, MN. Here are four date night ideas to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Rochester, MN:

Dinner and a Show

Terza Ristorante | TJ Turner

Many Rochester restaurants have special Valentine’s Day menus planned, including Pappy's Place's Valentine's Day specials from February 13-15, breakfast, dinner and drink specials at Five West, and food and drink specials at Chester's and Terza from February 14-16. Or, get a personalized wine tasting experience with The Adventurous Sip at Pereira's Wine & Whiskey Lounge on February 14 or 15.

After dinner, head to Waitress, The Broadway Musical at Rochester Civic Theatre. It's a comedy-drama that features music and lyrics by Grammy Award® winner Sara Bareilles.

Another option is A Singing Valentine, which is the Choral Arts Ensemble's annual fundraiser at Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area on February 15.

For a different kind of show, the Rochester Home & Outdoor Show is February 13-15 at Mayo Civic Center. Plan your next home improvement project and browse everything from carpets and hot tubs to lawn care. Friday night is Date Night, featuring BOGO tickets.

A Night of Dancing

2 O'Clock Jump at Blue Moon Ballroom

Check out Blue Moon Ballroom’s Valentine Dance Band on Saturday, February 15, which features the 2 O'Clock Jump band. It begins with a brief dance lesson followed by an open dance floor.

Another great option for those learning to dance is Salsa at the Chateau Theatre on Sunday, February 16. Learn from experienced salsa dancers no matter your current dance level.

Bitter and Pour | Experience Rochester

Looking for more? After the dance, go out for drinks or dessert in a more intimate setting, such as Bitter & Pour or Our Paladar.

An Active Date Night

Embrace Minnesota’s winter weather and go for an evening hike by candlelight at Quarry Hill Nature Center’s Valentine’s Hike by Candlelight on Friday, February 14. Stroll a candlelit woodland trail with Valentine-themed animal trivia, then warm up by the fire at the Nature Center with gourmet hot cocoa.

If you prefer the indoors, Chip Shots is turning its pickleball courts into an indoor roller rink all weekend with a different theme each night: Valentine's Day Couples Skate on February 14, Kids Open Skate and Roller Disco on February 15, Family Fun Skate & Hawaiian Night on February 16, and No School Open Skate on February 17.

Candlelight Hike at Quarry Hill Nature Center | Experience Rochester

Pair your active date with a healthy meal, such as an acai bowl at Indigo Acai Bowls or vegan sandwich at Old Abe Coffee Shop.

Live Music and Craft Beverages

For a relaxing evening, enjoy live music at a brewery while sipping on craft beers and soaking in the atmosphere. Thesis Beer Project is hosting Thesis Love Project, a Valentine's Day Date Night, on February 14, with live music by the D'Sievers Duo, while Orchid Jane plays at Kinney Creek Brewery on February 15.

Looking for more ideas? Check out the Events Calendar for the latest local events and read about four Rochester’s most romantic restaurants here.