7 unique ideas for Valentine’s Day in the Rocket City
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Love is in the air, and Valentine’s Day in Huntsville has many unique opportunities to connect to the community, coupled up or not.
We’ve rounded up a handful of local experiences where everyone is welcomed. Let us know if you’ve enjoyed any of these in years past or otherwise—we welcome your tips!
1. See a ballet performance
This series of in-studio performances showcases Huntsville Ballet Company’s dancers performing in genres of their choice. The intimate setting of the studio has proven to create an immersive, interactive experience.
❤️ When: Friday-Sunday, Feb. 13-15
❤️ Where: Huntsville Ballet, Studio 4, 800 Regal Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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2. Take a dance class
Celebrate the love’s perfect timing and the pep it puts in your step with a dance class at Saturn Jive Dance Space at Lowe Mill. The studio hosts many different classes every week featuring dances from all over the world, from African dances to Lindy Hop to hip hop.
❤️ When: Weekly, link to schedule below for class details
❤️ Where: Saturn Jive Dance Space, 2211 Seminole Dr SW #2008, Huntsville, AL 35805
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3. Share laughs at an improv show
Many lovebirds will tell you the key relationships is sometimes just rolling with it as you go.
In that spirit, delight in a night of improv presented by Rocket City Improve + Fantastic Invaders Theatre in “Plot Twist: A Hallmark Valentine’s Day Special.”
In this PG-13 rated performance, the improv artists will offer up some titles of made-for-TV movies and let them choose one they’d like to see brought to life onstage. The show will then flow, with the improvisers using only a synopsis as the baseline.
❤️ When: Saturday, Feb. 14, 8PM
❤️ Where: Shenanigans Comedy Theatre, 2650 Leeman Ferry Suite A, Huntsville, AL 35801
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4. Paint your partner
We have two local events for this creative experience where perfection isn’t expected and the focus is on fun. The class fee includes all the supplies you’ll need, and you can sample wines as you create.
❤️ When: Feb. 13, 5:30-7PM (Held every Friday)
❤️ Where: Huntsville Art Supplies, 2211 Seminole Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
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5. See a cabaret-style variety show
Combine burlesque, drag, music and magic for Forbidden Follies: AMORE at Lipz Lounge. The evening’s performances will delight anyone who appreciates high glamour entertainment—couples, singles and friend groups all are welcomed.
❤️ When: Saturday, Feb. 14 | Doors at 7PM | Show at 8PM
❤️ Where: Lipz Lounge, 2610 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL 35805
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6. Learn to create your signature cocktail
Celebrate Valentine’s Day and learn to build the perfect classic cocktail with a class at Vintage Cigar Lounge at Bridge Street. There will be four classes over three days, so take your pick for tasteful experience.
❤️ When: Thursday-Saturday, Feb. 12-14
❤️ Where: Vintage Cigar Lounge, 355 Bridge Street Town Center #117, Huntsville, AL 35806
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7. No Valentine (yet)? Try speed dating
This fun speed dating event is in its sixth year, and it’s set the night before Valentine’s Day this year, scheduling around Huntsville’s Mardi Gras Parade on the 14th. But hey, you may make a love connection on Friday and have a date for Saturday!
❤️ When: Friday, Feb. 13, 7-9PM | Doors open at 6PM
❤️ Where: Miller’s Tavern, 109 Washington St SE, Huntsville, AL 35801
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