Valentine’s Date Night in the Park
Celebrate love at our free Valentine’s Date Night in the Park! Designed for couples ages 16 and up, this cozy and creative evening out will feature hands-on activities to enjoy together, live music setting the mood, and a delicious food truck to satisfy your cravings. From interactive art projects to photo-worthy moments and meaningful keepsakes, guests will be invited to relax, connect, and create together. All activities will be free and available on a first come, first served basis while supplies last, so plan to arrive early and enjoy a night of Valentine’s Day fun.
Inside the Gathering House, couples will be guided by artist Kymberly Arana through the art of Jane Austen–style folded love letters, where you will write a meaningful note to your partner, learn traditional letter locking, and close it with a wax seal until you are ready to give it to your special someone. Valentine’s-themed mini terrarium kits, thoughtfully prepared by Garden & Gather, will also be available for couples to create together. Before you head out, stop by the photo op wall to snap a Polaroid picture, decorate it, and take home a sweet keepsake from the night.
Over in the Academy Pavilion, live music from the Josh Colton Duo will set the mood with popular romantic songs, perfect for crafting, relaxing, or simply enjoying the atmosphere together. Lauren Hooper of Lauren Likes will lead the Love Note Project, where participants will write a sweet message about their partner on a wooden heart, paint and decorate it, and add it to a growing mural wall that will fill with love by the end of the evening. Couples can also paint 3D ceramic pieces together with Cozy Panda to take home that night. A limited number of ceramic pieces will be available for free while supplies last, with additional pieces available for purchase. When hunger strikes, be sure to grab a bite from Not Just A Fry Guy along S. Academy Street!
Know Before You Go
- This program is open to ages 16 and older
- Couples’ crafts and activities are all first come, first served basis while supplies last.
- All activities, except for the food truck, are free. Some additional ceramic pieces will be available for purchase once supplies run out.
Inclusion Services
Downtown Cary Park strives to provide a positive experience for all guests. Our goal is to accommodate you and meet your individual needs. Please fill out the event accessibility form here and a staff member will be in contact with you.