Updated for 2026.
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and if you’re looking to make some plans, we are here to tell you about some ideas of what you can do on and around this holiday of hearts:
At The Concourse
A weekend of local artists playing their melodies on the most romantic weekend of the year? That’s music to our ears! As always there will be Music in The Bar on Friday nights.
In addition to Music in the Bar on Friday, February 13th, we will have music on Saturday February 14th for Valentine's Day:
2/13: Avian Aura
2/14: Gin Mill Hollow Duo
Looking to get out of the house for a romantic getaway? Why not stay with us in the heart of Downtown Madison? We have a Romantic Getaway package which includes overnight accommodations and Strawberries with chocolate dipping sauce and a bottle of Prosecco - delivered directly to your room.
Book your stay in the Governor’s Club, our executive level, for an intimate night in with access to our 12th floor Governor’s Club Lounge and Library. Governor’s Club guests get complimentary hors d’ oeuvres, desserts, and cocktails including a couple special Valentine’s Day drinks for the occasion.
Our talented house mixologists have also put together drink specials for Valentine's Day weekend whether you are popping into The Bar to listen to music and grab a cocktail or having a romantic getaway in the Governor's Club:
The Bar
Love Shack 14
Montefresco| Frozen Hearts with Aperol | Triple Sec | Orange Juice
Absolut Mandrin | Pomegranate Juice | Cranberry Juice
Chocolate Espresso Old Fashioned 14
Southern Comfort | Creme de Cacao | Espresso | Maple Syrup | Chocolate Bitters
Governor's Club
Twelfth Floor Amore
Pomegranate | Orgeat | Lemon | Orange Blossom Water | Montefresco (or Seltzer for N\A)
Chocolate Espresso Old Fashioned
Southern Comfort | Creme de Cacao | Espresso | Maple Syrup | Chocolate Bitters
Around Madison
Here are some special Valentine’s Events happening around Madison that you can share with your special someone or a cherished friend. Many area restaurants will also have specials, so be sure to check with your favorite dining establishment to see if they take reservations.
Valentine's Day Skate with Outdoor UW: Celebrate under the winter night sky with ice skating, romantic music, campfires, hot chocolate, and s'mores on Friday, February 13th from 5-7 PM at Wisconsin Memorial Union.
A Love Letter: Theatre LILA is collaborating with Barrio dance for an upcoming production called Love Letter, is an experimental dance-theatre work that blends visceral movement, poetic storytelling, and live music. The new work weaves a non-linear narrative exploring the beautiful unpredictability and complexity of love. This performance runs February 5-15, at 7 pm Thursday-Friday, 2 and 7 pm Saturday, and 2 pm Sunday.
A Valentine’s Affair: Love Scenes from Shakespeare and Beyond: Madison’s unique Valentine’s Day tradition continues with the eighth installment of the Madison Shakespeare Company’s A Valentine’s Affair, a celebration of classic love stories from William Shakespeare including A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Much Ado About Nothing, and Cyrano DeBergerac (not Shakespeare).
Showing at the Bartell Theatre at 7:30 pm on February 12-13 and 5 pm, February 14.
Looking to make a day of it? Begin your day with museum hopping, exploring the city's vibrant art and history scene at places like the Chazen Museum of Art or the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art, wander through captivating exhibits hand in hand, soaking up inspiration from the creativity and culture around you.
You can also have a Valentine’s Day Date Night with dinner and a show–there are many performance venues in and near downtown Madison like the Sylvee, Majestic, Comedy on State, and the Overture Center of the Arts that can follow a romantic meal downtown:
The Majestic Theatre
2/13 (7:30): Rob Tuffcurls and The Bench Press
Comedy on State
2/13 & 14 (7, 9:30): Amir K
Overture Center of the Arts
2/10-15 (multiple times, Overture Hall): Kimberly Akimbo
2/13-15 (multiple times, Promenade Hall): Pointes of View (Madison Ballet)
2/13-15 (multiple times, Capitol Theatre): Everlasting Faint (Madison Opera)
You can always check the Isthmus event calendar for more Valentine’s Day weekend happenings in Madison.
However you choose to spend Valentine’s Day, we hope you have a memorable day with the one(s) you love.
This blog will be updated leading up to Valentine's Day as more events and specials are announced.