Whether you're looking for a romantic evening with the one you love, a night out with friends, or a place to mingle from safe social distances with fellow singles, we've rounded up a variety of ideas regarding activities for enjoying this Valentine's Day. Doublecheck event dates and times, as capacity restrictions evolve.
Cheekwood Estate & Gardens' Orchids In The Mansion
This year ushers in the third annual "Orchids in the Mansion" exhibit at the Historic Mansion & Museum Loggia, with a view out to Swan Lawn. Be inspired through colorful, creative displays of orchids and tropical foliage. The flowers and plants continue throughout several historic rooms and galleries, providing warm, welcoming displays of horticulture for winter months. Secure tickets at Cheekwood.org/Tickets.
'Travel' Hotel Stay
Fairlane, whose window views peer over Printer's Alley, is offering a $30 voucher per booking to be spent on breakfast. The hotel's overall style is considered "gentlemanly jetsetter" as a way of whisking guests into the golden age of travel. Rooms are modish and masculine; the restaurant is cut straight from a Mad Men power lunch, there's even a Brooklyn-born deli and coffee shop on-site. Call 800.464.2040 for details about staying at 401 Union St.
Sing To Your Hearts' Content
Basked in the artistic collaboration of Americana duo Drew and Ellie Holcomb on Feb. 14 at 7:30 p.m. at Ryman Auditorium. Singer-songwriter Ellie, a Nashville native, began her musical career by touring the country with her husband in Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors. With the birth of their daughter, Ellie stepped away from heavy touring and created a solo album. They call this upcoming concert a one-night You and Me Evening. Go to Ticketmaster.com for tickets; livestream tickets also are being sold.
Frothy Monkey Bloody Marys And Meals
Treat your honey to a quiet, romantic meal at Frothy Monkey at one of their four locations: Franklin, the Nations, downtown Nashville and east Nashville (not available at 12 South). While most known for breakfast and brunches, they accept reservations for table service every day from 5 p.m. to close. They serve craft beer, wine, cocktails, made-from-scratch bread, pastries, and food using original recipes and ingredients from regional farmers and producers. They also roast their own coffee. Reserve online at FrothyMonkey.com.
Schedule A Romantic Cooking Class
Get away to The Cutting Edge Classroom in Knoxville to set up a Romantic Valentine's Date for a French Bistro Night, Tuscan Night, Spanish Tapas, a Culinary Journey to France or a Rustic Italian Night. A chef walks couples through an interactive, hands-on cooking class. All the classes are held from 6-9 p.m. between Feb. 10-14. To see menus and to register, go online to TheCuttingEdgeClassroom.com.
Take In A Comedy Show
Laugh the night away with your sweetie to the comedy of veteran headliner Bryan Callen at Zanies Comedy Night Club during Feb. 11-13. He's most known for his recurring role as Coach Mellor on ABC’s Schooled and The Goldbergs. He's also appeared in TV and films, such as Kingdom, 2 Broke Girls, Ride Along, Hangover 1 & 2, Sex and the City, Old School, MADTv, Entourage and Californication. Shows are at 7 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. Get tickets online at ZaniesNashvilleTickets.Laughstub.com/event.
Grab Cocktails At Whiskey Kitchen
Whiskey Kitchen evokes a cool, intimate scene that offers a bit of everything along with hospitality. The menu is a mix of chef-inspired pub favorites, southern classics and wood-fired pizzas. An extensive list of cool cocktails accompanies the city's largest collection of world-class whiskeys, bourbons, ryes and scotches. Reclaimed oak and crocodile leather wall coverings create an atmosphere of both comfort and sophistication. They're located at 118 12th Avenue South.
See Music City From Love Circle
This is a gorgeous spot from which to discover the city’s skyline and relax on a blanket. It’s a little bit of a windy road, but you can’t beat the views at sunset. It’s near Vanderbilt between Natchez Trace and West End. Google, “Nashville Love Circle Directions” and directions should pop up.
Galentines Brunch At The Loveless Cafe
On Feb. 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Heels & Handshakes program presents a speaker, Katie Gustafson, to share The Enneagram & Self-Care: Knowing, Becoming, and Loving the True You. Lunch provided by Loveless. Rentals provided by Liberty Party Rentals. Photography provided by Smith Studios Photography. Admission is $45 each.
Discuss Enchanting Art
Join artist Liliana Porter and Frist Art Museum chief curator Mark Scala for a conversation about her exhibition "Man with Axe and Other Stories." Liliana's theatrical vignettes address life’s paradoxes. This is a Zoom presentation on Feb. 11 from noon to 1 p.m. It's free but registration is required.
Passionate Stretching
Partake in private, in-person or online fitness and stretching sessions and individualized instructions from The Power to Pause with Connie Williams. Visit ThePowerToPause.com/Private for options.