6 Sweet Ways To Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Stockton, California
Check out these sweet ways you can celebrate Valentine's Day right here in Stockton, California.
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and if you haven’t made any plans, you might want to get on it. There are many fun ways in Stockton, California to celebrate the occasion. Whether you are celebrating with your special someone, friends, or family, here are a few ideas to give a try.
1. Do Dinner, of course!
Make reservations at one of Stockton's delicious dining destinations. Here’s just a count of a few local favorites, but if you are looking to kick it up a notch, be certain to make your reservation early!
Make sure to call ahead if you want dinner reservations on Valentine's Day at these romantic restaurants listed below.
Binge Vietnamese Fusion. This fantastic new spot over at Stonecreek Village shopping center is a great place to enjoy delicious food and chill with your crew. It's also a perfect place to take that special someone this Valentine's Day. From 6 - 9 pm on Valentine's night, bring your date to Binge and savor a curated selection of exquisite wines and get half off of select bottles.
Bud's Seafood Grille. Residing in Lincoln Center, Bud's Seafood Grille offers delicious cuisine from the ocean for your coastal appetite. Whether it's their coconut-crusted Mahi Mahi with coconut cream sauce, the Chicken Marsala topped with their homemade Marsala wine sauce, or a delicious bread bowl of Clam Chowder, Bud's is a great seafood choice for your Valentine's dinner.
- Fat City Brew & BBQ. This Miracle Mile favorite is celebrating this loving holiday with a special of their own. Their Valentine's Meal for Two is from 5 - 8 pm on Tuesday, February 14 and features a 14oz ribeye steak, half chicken, baked potato, grilled asparagus, a bottle of Fat City's own wine, and so much more!
- Mezzo A casual environment located on Brookside off March Lane, Mezzo cooks up a delicious menu combining Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. For Valentine's, they're serving a three-course dinner prix fixe menu that lets you choose from halibut on crab wild rice pilaf, roasted cauliflower steak & crispy fingerlings, or "surf and turf" grilled strip loin & seared scallop.
- David's Pizza. Located in Lincoln Center and on Hammer Lane, David's Pizza serves up delicious pizzas for you to devour. Plus, they tend to make their special heart-shaped pizza for you to share with your valentine.
- FED. This spot is located directly in front of the courthouse and features a delicious lineup of American cuisine. Tasty choices like the FED burger, filet mignon, ribeye, cheesesteak sandwich, and more await your visit. From February 13 - 17, FED will create a Valentine's atmosphere you're bound to enjoy—including the return of their love-themed cocktails Cupid's Kiss, Love Struck, Lover Girl, Lover Boy, Heart Throb, and Love Potion.
- Midgley's Public House. Setting its foundation at Lincoln Center in 2014, Midgley's has been the home for American-fusion cuisine paired with fine wine and spirits. Plus, they offer lovely outdoor seating that faces the Lincoln Center brickwalk.
- Mountain Mike's. This delicious pizza franchise is offering up their traditional heart-shaped pizza for Valentine's Day, and you can pick it up at any of the three locations in Stockton: Robin Hood Drive, Wilson Way, and Country Club Blvd.
- Delta Bistro & Lounge at the University Plaza Waterfront Hotel. Enjoy a delightful and romantic Valentine's dinner on the waterfront. The Delta Bistro & Lounge is serving up a lovely dinner for two that includes grilled shrimp skewers or bruschetta, a wine lineup that includes house cabernet, pinot grigio, or blood red Valentine sangria, and an entrée choice of mushroom ravioli, 10oz. New York steak, or chicken beast stuffed with spinach and feta.
- Waterloo Gun & Bocce Club. Head over to the Waterloo Gun & Bocce Club Valentine's night for a romantic dinner for two. They've got a delicious four-course setup that includes potato leek soup, New York steak tagliata, and chicken piccata.
- The Wing Truck. Why not chow down on some delicious wings for your special evening? The Wing Truck is serving up 25 wings (2 flavors), large fries, two sodas, two dips, and two flans for you to savor. Sounds like a great night if you ask us.
BONUS: Both Micheladas El Patron & Don Rafa's Taco Shop are offering their "taco heart" specials. Contact them for more info & how to order.
2. Go Wine Tasting
Wine and romance seem to be a perfect fit, and the perfection amplifies when you go wine tasting together. Stockton has it easy since it is located just south of one of California's best-kept wine secrets. Wine Country! Just be sure to call ahead to ask what they have to offer during Valentine's Day, and remember to make an appointment for the wine tasting. Here are a few unexpected places to get an intimate experience and learn about Stockton's wineries.
- Sorelle Winery. From its cozy boutique tasting room to its stunning historic Dodge House. You will feel welcomed and comforted by its rustic appeal. This winery speaks romance at first sight! No wonder it hosts dozens of weddings each year. It is tucked away along the two-lane curves of Highway 88, and did we say the wines are fantastic? Tasting hours vary, so call ahead!
- Calivirgin Olive Oil & Calivines Winery. Just off I-5 & Hwy 12, this spot offers a beautiful new tasting room where visitors can enjoy their amazing olive oil AND wine during a joint tasting. The delicious pairing options they offer while in a chill environment surrounded by the abundance of vineyards is definitely a romantic setting you'll love.
3. Catch Live Music And Entertainment
Whether you prefer a small lounge or a large concert venue, Stockton is stocked full of great places to see live music and performances. Get to know the city better through music by doing some pub hopping or catching live entertainment at the Bob Hope (Fox) Theatre. Just be sure to call ahead for live music nights happening on Valentine’s Day and charm your date with music!
- Cast Iron Trading Frequent live music hotspot in Downtown Stockton featuring an array of music ranging from rock to Indie and everything in between, Thursday thru Saturday evenings. The restaurant serves a flavorful selection of seasonal dishes, including an always rotating craft beer and regional wine selection.
- Sopas de Amor. The Mexican Heritage Center is once again featuring its festive event Sopas de Amor for Valentine's Day! Fifteen different soups originating from different regions of Mexico are made by eight amazing members of our community. Additionally, a mariachi band will be performing live, providing an added bonus to the culturally-themed gala!
- Stockton Live. The fine crew over at ASM Global have a number of special Valentine's Day deals for upcoming live events at Bob Hope Fox Theatre and Adventist Health Arena. Click here for what they're offering.
Here’s a count of Stockton's best live music venues to help spice up the evening.
4. Activities
Unique activities are a great way to have fun with that special someone or a group of friends for Valentine's Day. Whether it's an escape room or spending some time getting crafty, you're bound to enjoy your time at these spots together.
- Star's Calming Candles & More Candle Making Workshop. This two-day event happening February 10 & 11 is a fun candle-making experience that is perfect for couples, dates, or friends looking for something new to do. You'll enjoy crafting unique, aromatic candles with the option of sipping on some divine wine.
- Love & Alchemy at Hatch Workshop. Stop by Hatch on Sunday, February 11 between 2 - 6 pm for an afternoon filled with local artisans & makers, live music, and poetry.
- Limitless Escape Games. This spot offers four exciting, specifically themed escape rooms: The Pirate Adventure, Bank Heist, Sherlock Holmes, & Wizard School.
- Limitless Axes & Ales. In the exact same location, you can enjoy some delicious brew while tossing some axes. Show off your skills with your partner!
- Galentine's Wine Painting Class at Calivines Winery. Grab your girlfriends and head to Calivines Winery Saturday, February 10 for a day of painting wine glasses while sipping on the Calivines selection.
- Love Stinks - Anti-Valentine's Day Party. If you're not feeling the Valentine's love, then this is the spot for you. Join them for games, button pin-making, cookie decorating, and so much more anti-Valentine's fun.
Plus, there's some great crafty events happening at libraries in Stockton & throughout San Joaquin County. Click here for the Stockton-San Joaquin County Public Library Valentine's Day Crafts.
5. Watch a Movie
What better way to bond with your sweetheart than enjoying a whole box of candy together while watching a new film on the big screen? Try these local movie theaters, but be sure to reserve your seats ahead of time!
- Friends of the Fox Classic Movie Series presents: Sleepless in Seattle. Celebrate love by catching one of the great romance films of our time on the legendary Bob Hope Fox Theatre silver screen. Relive this classic—written and directed by Academy Award nominee Nora Ephron and starring Tom Hanks & Meg Ryan—on Sunday, February 11 at 1 pm.
- Regal Cinemas Stockton Holiday 8. This theater complex on West Lane offers multiple screens featuring new release films and a concession stand. Showtimes and tickets.
- Regal Cinemas Stockton City Centre. This Downtown Stockton Cineplex features IMAX 2D & 3D with multiple screens showing new releases, reserved plush recliners seating, craft beer, and regional wine available, along with a concession stand. Showtimes and tickets.
6. Let's Dance!
Why not dance the night away for Valentine's Day?! The Arthur Murray Dance Studio is offering some special dance events for both couples and guests to enjoy. On Valentine's evening (Wednesday), they'll be holding Couples Night—where couples enjoy a special dance night at the studio. The class kicks off at 6 pm and is $50 per couple, with refreshments provided for the romantic evening. If you're looking for a night of dancing with the love of your life, this studio has you covered for V-Day.
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