🌹 Valentine’s Day is almost here! 💖 Whether you’re planning a romantic evening with your sweetheart, enjoying a night out with friends, or treating yourself to a little self-love, Navarre and the surrounding area have something special for everyone. From enchanting dinner experiences to unique date night events, this year’s Valentine’s celebrations promise to make your heart skip a beat! Here are some of the most exciting Valentine’s Day ideas for 2025.
Beachside Dining
Sunset Picnic For Two
What’s the point of living or vacationing at the beach if you can’t enjoy some beachside dining.
Top Most Romantic Pick: Sunset Picnic For Two
Pack a basket with delicious treats, a cozy blanket , and your favorite bottle of wine. Head to Navarre Beach and witness a breathtaking sunset together while enjoying each other’s company.
Looking for the benefits of a beachside picnic without all the work. There are a number of companies that specialize in exactly this. Hire one. Let them take care of the set up, the food, and the clean up. You and your date can just show up and enjoy.
Beachside Restaurants
Nothing says romance quite like an elegant dinner by the beach, and this year, Salt is setting the bar for unforgettable Valentine’s dining.
Gulf Side Dining in Pensacola Beach:
🌊 Valentine’s Day Dinner at Salt
For a romantic evening by the beach, reserve a table at Salt on Pensacola Beach and indulge in their exclusive Valentine’s Day menu, available both Friday and Saturday!
💖 Date & Time: February 14 & 15, 2025 | Reservations start at 5 PM
💖 Location: Salt, Pensacola Beach
🌟 Menu Highlights:
- Salt Baked Fish for Two: Red snapper encrusted in salt and baked tableside, paired with Mediterranean sides.
- Surf & Turf: Filet and lobster tail with duchess potatoes and broccolini.
- Sweet Charcuterie Board: Chef Liz’s decadent dessert board featuring assorted chocolates, baked brie, and fresh berries.
🎟️ Reservations: Book your table on Open Table here.
Love, Mystery & Fine Dining
For those seeking an unforgettable experience beyond the usual Valentine’s Day dinner.
🕵️♂️ Love Hurts: A Valentine Murder Mystery Dinner at AJ’s on the Bayou
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an intriguing twist at AJ’s on the Bayou! Solve the mystery, enjoy a three-course meal, and share a night filled with laughter and suspense in this interactive dinner show.
💖 Date & Time: Friday, February 14, 2025
💖 Location: AJ’s on the Bayou
💖 Details:
- Enjoy a delicious three-course dinner
- Participate in an interactive murder mystery experience
- Solve the case to win prizes!
🎟️ Tickets: $65 per person | Reserve your spot via Eventbrite.
📞 For more information, contact Nicole Dickson at (850) 207-7115 or email icmtheatre@gmail.com.
🕯 Romantic Four-Course Dinner at The Vine
Indulge in an elegant evening at The Vine with a specially curated four-course meal designed for two. Enjoy delicious flavors, fine wine, and an intimate atmosphere perfect for celebrating love.
💖 Date & Time: Friday, February 14, 2025 | 6 pm
💖 Location: The Vine Wine Bar, Bistro & Shoppe
💖 Menu Highlights:
- Appetizer to share: Cheese plate or Strawberry Brie Crostini
- Salad: Vine Salad for each guest
- Entrées: Choose from Chicken Breast stuffed with goat cheese, fig, and pistachio; Brown Sugar Balsamic Glazed Pork Loin; or Cheese Manicotti
- Dessert to share: Chocolate Covered Strawberry Crème Brûlée or a Trio of Truffles (Tiramisu, Cherry, and Red Wine)
🍷 Cost: $129 per couple (includes a drink for each guest)
📞 Reservations: Call or text 850-684-3999 to secure your table.
🍷 Bordeaux Wine Dinner at Bodacious Shops in Pensacola
Treat yourself to a sophisticated evening of fine dining and wine pairing with this intimate Bordeaux-style wine dinner. Chef Daniel Watts has curated a menu designed to complement exquisite Bordeaux wines, creating a truly indulgent culinary experience.
💖 Date & Time: Friday, February 14, 2025 | 6 PM to 9 PM
💖 Location: Bodacious Shops, Pensacola
💖 Details:
- Multi-course dinner paired with a selection of Bordeaux wines
- Tickets: $90 per person
- Dietary Restrictions: Contact Event Director Payton at 850-438-7857 (ext 305) prior to purchasing tickets.
🎟️ Note: A minimum of 10 reservations is required for this event to proceed, so book early!
Sip, Swirl & Savor
If your love language is food and drink, these events are the perfect way to spice up Valentine’s Day with unique flavors and experiences!
🍸 Couples Mixology Class at Soundside Waterfront Bar
Looking for a hands-on and fun date idea? Head to Soundside Waterfront Bar in Fort Walton Beach for a Couples Mixology Class! Shake, stir, and sip your way through six craft cocktails as you learn to create mixology magic together.
💖 Date & Time: Friday, February 14, 2025 | 4 PM to 6 PM
💖 Location: Soundside Waterfront Bar, Fort Walton Beach
💖 Details:
- Learn to make six craft cocktails per couple—and enjoy them too!
- Stay after class for artisan pizza and live music, or head to your dinner reservations with a new cocktail-making skill set.
🎟️ Tickets: Buy online via Eventbrite here or save on fees by purchasing directly at Soundside!
Live Music
Dinner, a Show, and a Tribute to Elton John at Juana’s Pagodas
Make your Valentine’s Day unforgettable with a night of delicious food and legendary music at Juana’s Pagodas and Sailors’ Grill! Whether you’re a fan of Elton John or just looking for a unique and exciting date night, this event is a perfect way to celebrate love.
💖 Date: Friday, February 14, 2025
💖 Time: Dinner seating starts at 4:30 PM, show begins at 7 PM
💖 Location: Juana’s Pagodas and Sailor’s Grill
🌟 What to Expect:
Start your evening with a Special Valentine’s Dinner at Sailor’s Grill before heading to the Club for a live performance of “Still Standing: A Tribute to Elton John.” Sing along to timeless hits like “Rocket Man,” “Tiny Dancer,” “Your Song,” and “Candle in the Wind,” as the show captures the spirit, energy, and iconic flair of Elton John himself.
- Ticket Options:
💎 Dinner + Show: $60 per person (includes dinner seating at 4:30, 5, 5:30, or 6 PM)
🎶 Show Only: $20 per person
💡 Bonus Show: Can’t make it on Valentine’s Day? There’s a second performance on Saturday, February 15, 2025, with doors to the Club opening at 5 PM (Show Only tickets: $20).
✨ Don’t wait to book your tickets—this event is sure to sell out quickly!
The Anti-Valentine’s Stoplight Karaoke Party at Windjammers, 5 pm to 9 pm
Not feeling the love this Valentine’s Day? Skip the sappy rom-coms and sing your heart out at Windjammers’ Anti-Valentine’s Stoplight Karaoke Party!
💖 Date: Friday, February 14, 2025
💖 Time: 5 PM to 9 PM
💖 Location: Windjammers by the Pier
🌟 What to Expect:
Expect great drinks, heartbreak anthems, and a drama-free night of fun! Wear red if you’re taken, yellow if it’s complicated, and green if you’re single and ready to duet.
Valentine's Day Axe Throwing
Axe throwing has become a popular activity, though you will have to drive to either Pensacola or Fort Walton Beach.
Visit the Ratchet Hatchet in Fort Walton Beach. Sip on your favorite drink, play a little billiards, and throw axes at targets. The Ratchet Hatchet is all about delivering an epic experience.
Grizzly Axes is Pensacolas first axe throwing range and rage room. What is a rage room you ask. A room full of breakables you can smash to your hearts content, no clean up required. Looking to let your inner artist out, try out the black light paint room and create your own glowing masterpiece.
Valentine's Week of Fun
Celebrate Your Gals in Style at Dewey Destin’s Navarre!
This year, Valentine’s isn’t just for couples—it’s for celebrating the love and laughter shared with your closest friends. Dewey Destin’s Navarre Beach is hosting its First Annual Galentine’s Party, and you’re invited!
💖 Date: Sunday, February 9, 2025
💖 Time: 11 AM – 2 PM
💖 Location: Dewey Destin’s Navarre Beach
Gather your gals and treat yourselves to:
✨ Champagne Toasts to friendship
✨ Indulgent Chocolate Cherry Martinis
✨ A Pop-Up Bouquet Bar by Hannah Kathryn Events to craft your own floral masterpiece
✨ A charming Jewelry Bar by Sea Gems by Karrah for custom keepsakes
✨ Cupcake Decorating for your sweet tooth
✨ Henna tattoos for a creative, artistic touch
✨ Live beats by DJ TreVy to keep the party vibes going
Grab your girls, your sparkle, and your love for a good time. Let’s toast to friendship, fun, and fabulous memories!
Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth at the Pensacola Chocolate & Cheese Fest
Chocolate, cheese, and a whole lot of fun are waiting for you at this year’s Third Annual Pensacola Chocolate & Cheese Fest! Perfect for Valentine’s enthusiasts (and dessert lovers in general), this event promises a sweet escape from the usual.
🍫 Date: Sunday, February 16, 2025
🍫 Location: Community Maritime Park, Downtown Pensacola
🍫 Admission: $5 per person (Kids 12 & Under FREE)
Here’s what’s in store:
- A Chocolate Martini Bar
- Free chocolate and cheese sampling tent
- Fun contests like a Chocolate Pie Eating Contest at 2 PM
- Live music to keep the day lively
- Kids Bounce House for family fun
- Food trucks, craft vendors, and an Adult Charity Beverage Bar
This event is a must for foodies looking to add some sweetness (and cheese!) to their February adventures.
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