14 things to do on Valentine’s Day in Ireland in 2021

Whether you plan to spend Valentine’s Day with your other half, your best friend or you simply want to treat yourself to something special – in the words of Lizzo, “it’s a me, myself kinda attitude” – we have a heap of activities happening on February 14th in Ireland.

Singles Party, Dublin
If you’re a single pringle who is ready to mingle, head out to McGowans of Phibsboro on Valentine’s Day. The event kicks off at 9pm sharp and is held upstairs in the nightclub. Join on on the games or just mingle with other singletons – no apps needed!

Comedy Night, Cork
Want to laugh it up with your love? Look no further than Tony Cantwell’s Pure Grá tour. Fresh from sell-out shows at the Dublin and Edinburgh Fringe, the cult-comedian is taking to the road for his first-ever Irish tour.

Spend Friday the 14th with the Facebook-famous comic as he delivers a night of stand up, sketches, and songs in Cyprus Avenue at 7:30pm.

Book here.

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Proposal Package, Donegal
If you’ve decided to ‘put a ring on it’, there’s no better spot to get down on one knee than Lough Eske. The hotel’s new proposal package wallows you to go up, up and away, in a one hour and thirty-minute helicopter ride along the rugged North Coast of Ireland.

Wherever you decide to pop the question on this romantic journey, the proposal planner will send you off with a picnic basket of celebratory champagne and sweet treats for you and fiancée (or fiancé) to enjoy mid-air!

Click here for more info.

Sunset Tour, Wexford
Located at the tip of the Hook Peninsula in Co. Wexford, Hook Lighthouse will be home to one of the most dreamy date spots in Ireland this Valentine’s Day. Arriving at 4:30pm sharp, you and your beloved can watch the sunset from the balcony of the tower at the oldest original operating lighthouse in the world. After sunset, retire back to the watch-room for some canapés and cocktails.

Book here.

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Pairing Menu, Dublin
Located in the heart of the Dublin Docklands, tucked away in the CHQ building, Urban Brewing encompasses, over three floors, a fully-functional microbrewery, two quirky Taps + Tapas bars and fine dining restaurant, Stack A Restaurant.

From February 13-15th, the restaurant will be serving up a romantically inspired Valentine’s Pairing Menu – featuring sea trout, Glenmalure venison, and caramelized milk chocolate tart – for you and your paramour.

Book here.

Surfing lessons, Antrim
If you’re single, or if you and your partner just fancy celebrating Valentine’s a little differently this year, why not go on an active adventure?

Invite your crush, other half or bestie to go surfing at Alive Surf School in Portrush This leading surf school offers the perfect all-action alternative on Valentine’s Day, providing exhilarating surfing lessons for all levels on the stunning Causeway Coast.

Book here.

A night away, Cavan
From prosecco and chocolate-dipped strawberries in your room on arrival to a swim in the outdoor infinity pool at sunset, every second of your time in Farnham Estate Spa and Golf Resort should be picture perfect.

The ‘Love Actually’ package is available from €259 per room throughout February and includes bed and breakfast, dinner in the Maxwells Grill Room, a rose petal turndown service and unlimited use of the Health Spa’s infinity pool, Water Mint Thermal Suite, Gymnasium, and Relaxation rooms.

Book here.

Seafood Tower, Dublin
If you want to keep things simple with a romantic dinner in the capital on V-Day, head straight for SOLE Seafood & Grill on South William Street. The restaurant has joined with Cloudy Bay wine to provide an epic combination.

You and your sweetheart can enjoy a seafood tower filled to the brim with prawns, lobster, crab claws, mussels, smoked salmon and oysters paired with a crisp bottle Sauvignon Blanc.

We here at RTÉ LifeStyle were invited to try it out for ourselves and, oh my, it did not disappoint.

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A weekend away, Clare
If you can afford to splash out this Valentine’s Day, the team at Dromoland Castle are offering a deluxe Valentine’s package from €410 per person.

You and your other half can enjoy 2-nights accommodation with full Irish breakfast each morning, Mrs. White’s Afternoon Tea which features a bottle of house champagne and handmade chocolates plus an estate activity such as falconry, a pony and trap tour, golf or a 50-minute spa treatment.

Book here.

Afternoon Tea & Movie, Dublin
Celebrate Galentine’s Day with your best pals in The Morrison this V-Day weekend for €60 per couple. On Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th of February, the hotel will be offering up two options of afternoon tea, a Valentine’s-themed cocktail, and a special screening of Pretty Woman.

Book here.

Light & Shadows, Derry
If you really want to impress your love interest, book yourself in for ‘Silent Light’, a dark sky experience and light installation in Downhill Demesne.

As darkness falls, visitors are invited on a silent walk across the clifftop to Mussenden Temple. Within the temple, artists James Russell & Hannah Plumb present ‘Stained Moons’, an installation of light and shadow that evokes the eight phases of the moon.

Info & tickets can be found here.

Lover’s Trail, Cork
Enjoy a sweetheart stay at Montenotte Hotel this February 14th or 15th, and discover their lover’s trail through their Victorian garden which leads to a love seat surrounded by a stunning heart-shaped flower arch and amazing views of the city below. Book a one night stay for €265 for 2 people sharing or 2 nights for €399.

Book here.

Dinner & Wine, Galway
Located in Galway’s 200-year-old Bridge Mills building on the banks of the River Corrib in the city’s West End, Il Vicolo Restaurant and Wine Bar is the perfect setting for a candle-lit meal.

The romance-infused menu will have four options for starters, four options for mains, two options for dessert, and will include a complimentary glass of Prosecco. Wine lovers will rejoice at the restaurant’s extensive Italian wine list, with a selection of 85 Italian wine.

Book here.

Romantic getaway, Kildare
Sweep your crush of their feet with a luxury stay at The K Club from €190 per person sharing. The ‘My Lovely Valentine’ package includes one or two nights’ accommodation, a full Irish breakfast in the River Room restaurant, a four-course dinner in the Byerley Turk on one evening, champagne and chocolates on arrival and a complimentary room upgrade.

Book here.