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The Best Valentine’s Day 2026 Events in Austin

Posted on January 27
Kelsey Bradshaw

Kelsey Bradshaw

A cart with a loaf of bread and many butters on it.

The butter cart at Emmer & Rye is legendary. (Mars Tello)

February is right around the corner, and that means it’s almost time to don your pink and red garb, buy flowers and chocolates, and celebrate Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re looking for something to do with your sweetie or your friends, we’ve got you covered:

Neon Rainbows' Midnight Rodeo: Galentine's Edition

Neon Rainbows is throwing a late night dance party on Feb. 13 at 9 p.m. at Chess Club, 617 Red River St. Tickets are $10 at the door.

17th Annual Anti-Valentine’s Burlesque Show

Come and Take It Live, 2015 E. Riverside Drive, is hosting its 17th annual anti-Valentine’s Day event on Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. The event will feature a burlesque show by the Bat City Bombshells. Tickets start at $28.52.

Blanton All Day: In Love and Art

The Blanton Museum of Art, 200 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Feb. 14 with live music, card making, storytimes, and more. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids ages 6 to 17.

Austin Boogie Down Picnic

Republic Square, 422 Guadalupe St., is hosting a daylong event on Feb. 14. From noon to 8:30 p.m., you can picnic, shop flowers, arts, candles, and more from pop-ups, and enjoy food, drinks, and hot chocolate.

Austin's 10th Annual Lez Prom

The Ballroom at Spider House, 2906 Fruth St., is hosting a lesbian prom on Feb. 14 at 7 p.m. Free prom portraits are part of the fun along with a dance floor and drinks. Tickets start at $36.75.

Emmer & Rye Valentine’s Day Dinner

A handful of reservations for Valentine’s Day at Emmer & Rye, 51 Rainey St., are still open and we highly recommend grabbing one. The restaurant is offering a six-course menu for $150 per person on the holiday.

Valentine’s Day at El Raval

El Raval, 1500 S. Lamar Blvd., is offering a five-course menu on Valentine’s Day for $100 per person. Grab a reservation before it’s too late!

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