Love and friendship, freestyle.
Valentine’s Day is on a Saturday this year so, if you’re going with dinner and roses, you’d better make reservations now. But if you’re looking for a less traditional Valentine—or palentine—adventure, we’ve got you, all week long.
Tuesday, February 10
Morgantown Swing
Monongalia Arts Center
7–9 p.m.
How about some dance floor fun? Drop by the Monongalia Arts Center any Tuesday evening for a lesson and dance session with Morgantown Swing.
Wednesday, February 11
Valentine’s Day Paint and Sip
The WOW! Factory
6–8 p.m.
Benefits The Davis Crew Kittens cat rescue.
Thursday, February 12
Skiing / Snowboarding Shuttle to Wisp Resort
Adventure WV
4–10:30 p.m.
The WVU-connected can catch a ride to Wisp Resort for an evening in the snow. The ticket covers your transportation and lift ticket and, if you need to reserve equipment, you can do it when you buy your ticket.
Morgantown Mardi Gras
6–9 p.m.
Get in a celebrating mood with music by Matt’s Blues and Appalachian Paradise Brass Band and food by Madeleine Marie’s at this fundraiser for the West Virginia Public Theatre.
Friday, February 13
Valentine’s Dinner & Dance
Elks Lodge 411
Dinner 5:30–7 p.m., dancing 8–11 p.m.
Savor a grilled steak, salmon, or vegetarian dinner, then enjoy live country favorites by Clay Justice of Terra Alta.
Skate My Valentine
Mon View Roller Rink, Greensboro, PA
7–10 p.m.
Seriously, what’s more romantic than a partner skate? All skill levels welcome.
Saturday, February 14
Cinnamon Roll Pop-Up With The Greatful Bread
Hoot and Howl
10 a.m.–sell-out
Everyone loves cinnamon rolls. Stop by to see what’s available, or order ahead to get in on the limited-quantity Gourmet Valentine’s Sourdough Cinnamon Roll Box of eight flavors.
Great Backyard Bird Count
West Virginia Botanic Garden
10 a.m.–noon
Fall in love with the great biodiversity of birds in our region at this annual citizen science event. Pre-registration required.
Winter Farmers Market
10 a.m.–noon
Remind our local farmers that you care, Get your farmers-market fix with fresh, locally grown produce, farm-raised meats, baked goods, artisan foods, and handmade crafts, all at a cozy indoor setting.
Valentine’s Fireside Fest
Chestnut Ridge Park
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
During regular Tubing Hill hours, stop by the warming hut for hot chocolate, cookies, and Valentine’s Day card-making.
Valentine’s Day Photo Event
Homeward Bound WV at Petco
11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Take your furry valentine in for a photo shoot.
Pet Adoption Event
Animal Friends, hosted by Old Colony Realtors
Noon–3 p.m.
Spread the love by adopting a new pet! Food trucks, giveaway bags, and raffles.
Weave a Heart-Shaped Valentine Basket Workshop
The Ferry House
1–4 p.m.
A make-and-take workshop for beginners and up—plus tea and a sweet treat.
Valentine’s Day Treats and Trivia
Royce J. and Caroline B. Watts Museum
1–4 p.m.
Head to the atrium of WVU’s Mineral Resources Building for mining-themed Valentine’s Day cards, trivia, and free candy.
Valentine’s Day Square Dance
Arthurdale
6–7 p.m. and 7–9 p.m.
A family-friendly event for all ages and skill levels. Arrive at 6 p.m. for the Basics of Partner Dancing workshop or at 7 just to dance.
Rock ’n’ Roll Valentine’s Dance with Al Anderson and Ryan Cain
Sagebrush Roundup
6–10 p.m.
If you’ve never been to the Sagebrush Roundup, you’re missing part of the point of living here. On Valentine’s Day, it’s rock ’n’ roll retro country style.
Valentine’s Day Dance Party
Morgantown Art Party
6–10 p.m.
Dance party love for the whole family—kids get in free!
Valentine’s Day Gala featuring Black Dog Hollow
Lakeview Resort
6–11 p.m.
A romantic evening of dinner and dancing.
Pick your Day
Cryptid Mountain Miniature Golf
Wednesday and Thursday, 5–8 p.m., Friday 2–8 p.m., Saturday and Sunday noon–5 p.m.
Practice your minigolf pop shot surrounded by Mountain State folklore.
Retro Reload
Wednesday and Thursday, 2–9 p.m., Friday 2 p.m.–2 a.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–2 a.m., Sunday 10 a.m.–9 p.m.
The newest nostalgic game spot in town is a great place for good-natured competition.
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