Special Events for families on Valentine’s Day in Tampa

By Christina Rizzo

Looking to do something fun with your family on Valentine’s Day? Team Teresa Williams has done a lot of research to help you find the perfect Valentine’s Day plans for you and your family throughout the weekend. Some of our interns will be attending these events with their families; we hope to see you there!

  1. Be Winter’s, the wonderful and Friendly Dolphins Valentine: Children under the age of 12 will be able to get into the Clearwater Aquarium for $9.99, if they bring in a Valentine’s Day card for Winter or any of the aquariums wildlife! The aquarium will be giving out free glitter tattoos, photos with the aquariums famous mascots, and card making! The Clearwater Aquarium is located at 249 Windward Passage. It is open from 10 a.m. until 6p.m.
  2. Date Night with Daddy: Dad’s and Daughters from the ages 5 to 13 can enjoy a night of snacks, Valentine’s Day card making, dancing, and so much more! The cost is $30 per couple, the event will be held at The Safety Harbor Community Center, 650 Ninth Ave, Safety Harbor on February 11th from 6-9 p.m.
  3. Teen Anti-Valentine Day Dance- Does your teen not enjoy Valentine’s Day? If so, they can join other teens in candy heart-smashing and delicious snacks! The theme this year is the Renaissance, teens must be above the age of 13 and under the age of 18. The cost is free! The dance is located at the Land O’Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, Land O’Lakes. This takes place on February 10th from 7-10 p.m.
  4. Valentine’s Story time- Do you LOVE reading? If so, join in story telling activities at Barnes & Nobel in Clearwater! The book that will be read is called, “The Secret Life of Squirrels: A Love Story and Valentine’s Day is Cool. This event has no admission fee; the location is 23652, U.S. 19 N.
  5. Little Sweethearts Dance- The Glazer Children’s Museum turns their museum into a Valentine’s Day paradise for your sweet little angel. Let them enjoy a night of dancing, crafts, and lots of refreshments. The Glazer Children’s Museum is located on 110 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa. The event is held on Saturday from 6-8 p.m.
  6. Heart’s and Crafts- Children are welcome to make Valentine’s Day Cards for all the special people in their lives. There will also be heart related activities such as heart puzzles, heart necklace making, and teaching your children how to say, “I love you” in sign language. The making of the crafts will be located at the Great Explorations Children’s Museum, 1925 Fourth Street N, St. Petersburg on February 11th.
  7. KidX Club Valentine’s Day Bash: Your children can enjoy yummy treats from Chick-fil-A as they enjoy fun activities such as dancing, singing, and playing games. The location of this is at West Shore Plaza mall, 250 Westshore Plaza, Tampa. This will be held on February 15th from 10a.m- Noon.