The Ultimate Guide to Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Plans

Deja White

5 years ago

Here’s a step-by-step guide to planning the perfect Valentine’s Day experience for you, your bae or your friends! Start by taking the personality quiz and then read on to see how to plan a successful last-minute Valentine’s Day!

What are you waiting for? SHOOT YOUR SHOT! Take this Valentine’s Day quiz to see who you should ask out this Valentine’s Day, and how you should do it!

SET THE MOOD with this thoughtfully crafted Valentine’s Day Playlist!

Once you secure BAE, what’s your GAME PLAN? Use this list to plan an unforgettable day, night out or weekend trip with these unique Valentine’s Day date ideas! (features local Atlanta hot spots!)

$ Cheap AF Dates $

Paint and Sip Classes
Dance Classes
Adult Arcades & Game Bars (i.e. The Painted Pin, Punch Bowl Social, Dave & Buster’s, Joystick)
Drive-In Movie
Concert
Picnic at the Park
Scavenger Hunt around the city (google lists for your city)
Get Fancy: Go to a billionaire dollar open house and/or ball out at an estate sale.
Go to a tapping of a game show, award show, or to an advanced screening! (1iota is ALWAYS giving away FREE tickets)

$$ Kinda Expensive Dates $$

LIPS Atlanta Show
Trampoline Park
Curate your own Food and Drink tour
Take a day trip or weekend to a surrounding city (i.e. for Atlanta that would be Savannah, Charleston, Nashville, etc.)
Take a cooking class
Hit up all the local tourist traps: The Aquarium, World of Coke, The Zoo, CNN Center, Mercedez Benz Stadium, State Farm Arena, Truist Park
Go to minor league sporting events (the majors are so overrated!)
Bar/club crawl!
Ax Throwing
Escape Room

$$$ Expensive/Boujee Dates $$$

Fox Theatre Play (lower level)
Test drive expensive cars (i.e. The Porsche Experience)
Circus (front row)
Book a private photoshoot session for you and BAE
Deluxe Couples Spa Day
In the Air: Helicopter Rides, Bungee Jumping, Skydiving (indoor or outdoor)
Visit a winery or brewery (bonus points if you find one that’s not local)
All you can eat and drink V-Day themed Brunch

No date is ever complete without a nice little meal, so LET’S EAT & DRINK! Check out a few of these local Atlanta, GA restaurants and bars on Valentine’s Day!

Upscale & Intimate

Two Urban Licks (Midtown): The food isn’t too extravagant, but the setting is very lowkey and upscale. The live band helps. Take all your serious dates here.
South City Kitchen (Buckhead): Grab a seat in the backroom or outside if you can. Go late at night (close to closing) to get a fairly quiet evening with your bae.
Little Trouble (West Midtown): This is a lowkey bar, with very upscale vibes. Go here if you need a nice environment to talk and get to know your date.
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse (Buckhead): The setting isn’t as intimidating as you might think. It’s actually pretty casual and fun! Grab a table in the back if you can to get some alone time with bae. The food is exceptional, but definitely only take serious dates here, as it can get pretty pricey!
Other Recs from the BB Community: Miller Union; Table & Main; Le Bilboquet

Casual

Ormsby’s (West Midtown): Typical bar food selections. This is perfect for first dates! The games and overall environment will keep you relaxed.
Ponce City Market (Midtown): Walk the beltline, enjoy the rooftop carnival games or try any of the numerous restaurants. This is a very casual date spot!
Piedmont Park (Midtown): This is “the” park to be in. Walk, bike, or picnic in the park. Make it romantic by planning a sunset picnic!
Decatur Square (Downtown Decatur): Looking for a spot outside of the city? Check this area out. There are plenty of restaurant options ranging from casual to sophisticated! The square is also walkable, so park (free street parking at night) and walk the square with your date!
Little 5 Points: This is yet another walkable area with a wide variety of more classic choices. My faves include The Porter (for the cider) and The Vortex.
Other Recs from the BB Community: Bocca Lupo; Bread & Butterfly; JCT

Lastly, take it back to the house for a little NETFLIX & CHILL! Alternatively, you can plan a nice quiet binge session for you and your friends! Use this list to guide your night. (features new and old films/tv shows that are currently streaming on Netflix)
View more films & tv shows here.

For You & Bae

Set It Up (1hr 45min)
One Day (1hr 47min)
After (1hr 45min)
Chewing Gum (23min / per episode)
Ibiza: Love Drunk (1hr 34min)
Scott Pilgrim vs. The World (1h 52min)
Big Mouth (26min / per episode)
Sex Education (50min / per episode)
Hitch (1hr 58min)
Oh, Ramona! (1h 49min)
Scandal (43 min / per episode)
Love Jacked (1h 33min)

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