It’s almost that time of year again – the one when procrastinators are in a last-minute panic, trying to figure out what to do for Valentine’s Day. Luckily, Feb. 14 falls on a Friday, giving you a few days to plan for a heart-shaped holiday weekend.
Don’t have plans yet? Have no fear – unless you’re into that, in which case you’ll want to skip to the end – as we’ve got you covered with a wide array of options on how to mark the special occasion.
The Classic Romantic Dinner
Sweetheart Dinner in the Hayloft
Deer Creek Winery & Watson Estate Bed & Breakfast, Uniontown
Feb. 14, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Grab your sweetheart and head to the Hayloft Barn for live music, dinner and a glass of your favorite Deer Creek Wine. Dinner includes a spinach-and-artichoke dip and beer cheese dip with tortilla chips for an appetizer; salad; tender roast beef redskin mashed potatoes and mixed vegetables for dinner; and cheesecake for dessert.
Tickets are $100 per couple.
Where to stay: After a night of romantic dancing under soft lights, make it even more special by adding a night at the beautiful Watson Estate Bed & Breakfast.
Valentine’s Dinner
Seven Springs Slopeside Restaurant, Champion
Feb. 13-15
Celebrate with a special dinner such a surf and turf for two (roasted tenderloin and crab-stuffed lobster tails) or seafood platter for two (crab legs, shrimp scampi, seared sea scallops, steamed mussels, oysters ala springs, grilled salmon) for $145.
Other delicious options include the land-and-sea platter for two for $120 or the steak-and-chicken platter for two for $99
All dinner platters are served with salad, bread and dessert.
The Slopeside Crab Leg Buffet will be available Friday and Saturday, and children's menu will be available Thursday - Saturday.
Where to stay: Book a room at Seven Springs and have a nightcap at the Foggy Goggle, named one of the best après-ski bars in North America!
Valentine's Day Fondue Dinner
Greendance – The Winery at Sand Hill, Mount Pleasant
Feb. 14, 6-9 p.m. (Sold out)
Escape the cabin fever and chilly winter at Greendance’s annual Valentine's Dinner. Guests will enjoy a two-course fondue dinner with Emmentaler-Gruyère cheese course with meatballs, roasted potatoes and vegetables, and artisan bread - followed by a special dessert prepared by Sand Hill Berries!
Complimentary wine tasting and live music will begin at 6 p.m. with dinner at 7.
Live music will be provided by Tom Maroon, an instrumentalist, composer and producer.
Where to stay: Holiday Inn Express, Mount Pleasant
Fun and Games
Art on Tap: PAL-entine’s Day
The Westmoreland Museum of American Art, Greensburg
Feb. 14, 6-9 p.m.
It doesn’t always have to be about romance! Grab a pal and karaoke the night away as you and your friends sing your hearts out. Both singles and couples alike are welcome at this 21-and-older event. Tickets – which are $12 for members and $15 for non-members – include entertainment, light bites and one free drink from cash bar.
Where to stay: The Grandeur Estate, Greensburg
Valentine's Pop-Up Bar
Vinoski Winery, Rostraver
Feb. 7-8, 14-15, 6-11 p.m.
Turn up the heat (and the fun) for four exclusive evenings only as Vinoski’s pop-up bar makes a grand return, ready to spice up your February nights with just the right amount of naughty.
DJs Rich & Jody will play your favorite love songs and take your wild requests.
Enjoy games prizes – because nothing says love like a little competitive spirit and free food – and new Valentine’s cocktails that are made with premium Pennsylvania spirits so smooth they’ll have you blushing.
Free registration at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/valentines-pop-up-bar-tickets-1218082761329?aff=oddtdtcreator
Where to stay: Hampton Inn Belle Vernon
Rage Room
Full Throttle Adrenaline Park, Monroeville
Monday-Thursday, noon to 10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday noon-8 p.m.
OK, so the Rage Room isn’t really a Valentine’s Day special, but we have to include something for those who aren’t into the holiday, right? This is a great way to unleash your anger – or just have a smashing good time. You will need to wear closed-toe shoes, but Full Throttle will provide the safety equipment – coveralls, hard hats, eye protection, etc. – as well as one glass package with additional smashables available for purchase. Just don’t bring a picture of your ex, as no outside smashables are permitted!
Where to stay: Hampton Inn & Suites North Huntingdon - Irwin
Galentine’s Day
Quiltapalooza® Lite - Galentine's Day Getaway
Amy's Quilt Room, Uniontown
Feb. 14-15, 9 a.m.-10 p.m.; Feb. 16, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Friendship, fabric and fun await at Amy’s Quilt Room’s Quiltapalooza® retreat. The Galentine's Day Getaway Weekend is the perfect way to celebrate friendship while getting stitchy with sewing, laughter and plenty of lighthearted fun.
Tickets are $95 and include lunch on Friday and Saturday, a wine-and-cheese pairing on Saturday night with sweet surprises, plus lovely goodie bags. Individual 4-foot sewing stations with comfy seating are available along with shared use of the classroom’s ironing and cutting stations, plus Amy’s design walls to lay out your new masterpiece
Where to stay: Attendees can receive a special discount at the Hilton Garden Inn Uniontown.
Scare Up a Romantic Evening
“The Silence of The Lambs” Valentine's Day Package at Buffalo Bill’s House
Buffalo Bill’s House, Perryopolis
Feb. 7-16
Looking to spice up your Valentine’s Day? Consider spending some time at the home used to film the climax of the Academy Award-winning film “The Silence of the Lambs,” which was released on Valentine’s Day in 1991.
Guests can book one night and receive a 15% discount or book the entire weekend for a 25% discount. Either way, all guests who book during the week receive the special package, which includes a bottle of champagne, Chianti or non-alcoholic beverage, chocolates from local chocolatiers Gene & Boots, as well as a special Buffalo Bill’s House branded souvenir bag.
Email stay@buffalobillshouse.com for more information.
Valentine’s Fear Fest
Haunted Hills Estate Scream Park, Uniontown
Feb. 14-15, 7-10 p.m.
The ultimate horror date night is BACK with two Valentine’s-themed haunted houses at Haunted Hills Estate Scream Park.
Start by strolling through The House: Love's Dark Secrets. Step into a world where love is no longer sweet but steeped in shadows. This haunted mansion has been consumed by the darker side of romance — where obsession, betrayal and heartbreak linger in the air like a chilling breath.
The Twisted CarnEvil of Love invites you into a decaying carnival, once a vibrant haven for lovers seeking joy and celebration. But beneath the faded lights and rotting buildings, something far darker lurks.
Tickets, which are $25, are available at https://www.ticketleap.events/events/hauntedhillsestate
Where to stay: Hampton Inn Uniontown
