Valentine’s events for every relationship status
Ah, Valentine’s Day. A day many love and just as many love to hate.
But hating Valentine’s Day is such a waste of energy that burns zero calories. Whether you’re single, in a relationship or “it’s complicated,” there’s a Valentine’s event out there for you.
How about a romantic tour of an art museum, complete with wine and chocolate pairings? Or a classic romantic film with champagne, sweet and savory treats and a themed photo booth? There’s even a weekendlong party at an underground bar serving six sour and six bitter beers on tap for anyone looking to get down with love instead of being down on love.
Calling all lovers
Join Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College for its fourth Valentine’s Cinema at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13. In “Roman Holiday,” a high-spirited princess (Audrey Hepburn) plays hooky from her royal duties in beautiful Rome – unwittingly inviting an undercover reporter along for the ride (Gregory Peck) – in this Oscar-winning romantic comedy. The night begins with champagne, heavy hors d’oeuvres and a themed photo booth to capture your night in Rome. $17. 7300 College St., Irmo. www.harbisontheatre.org/tickets-productions/valentines-cinema-roman-holiday
Enjoy a night of music and a French buffet at Le Cafe Jazz, at the top of Finlay Park, featuring jazz vocalist Denise Kirkland of Atlanta and other musicians. Advance tickets are $25 per person Friday, Feb. 12 only. Tickets are $65 per person or $125 per couple on Saturday, Feb. 13, and Sunday, Feb. 14. Prices are higher at the door. (803) 400-1879
Single, party of fun
Come alone or bring a date and commiserate the debacle that is going out on Valentine’s weekend at the The Whig’s Bitter & Sour Valentine Weekend. From Saturday, Feb. 13 through Monday, Feb. 15, you can bury the hatchet, rekindle old flames, dwell on or bury grudges for good, or create new memories. At least the beer will be good. 1200 Main St. (803) 931-8852, thewhig@thewhig.org. www.facebook.com/events/1120143484677547
Join Girls’ Pint Out for a beer and chocolate pairing, 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11 at Whole Foods. Sign up at the store. 702 Cross Hill Road, Suite 300
Straight from Lower Broadway in Nashville, Anthony Orio takes the stage Saturday, Feb. 13 to ring in Valentine’s Day at Tin Roof. Come with a date or without. There will be glow bracelets at the door if you want to show your current status. Show starts at 10 p.m. 1022 Senate St. in the Vista. www.tinroofcolumbia.com
Outside the heart-shaped box
Try a twist on your usual Valentine’s Day date with a night of art and artisanal delicacies at Columbia Museum of Art for A Valentine’s Tour and Tasting at 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 14. Enjoy a selection of wine and chocolate pairings presented by Doug Aylard from Vino Garage. Later, take an after-hours tour of the museum’s collection. $65, $55 for members. 1515 Main St. (803) 799-2810, www.columbiamuseum.org.
Presented by the South Carolina Orchid Society, Ikebana International Chapter 182 and Riverbanks Botanical Garden, the Orchids on the Riverbanks Festival celebrates hundreds of blooming orchids from Friday, Feb. 12 through Sunday, Feb. 14. Hours are 1-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Free admission to Riverbanks on Friday; otherwise, entry to the festival is free with paid admission over the weekend: $13.95, ages 13 and up; $11.50, children 2–12; free, children younger than 2; $12.95, military (with ID) and senior citizens (62 and up). 500 Wildlife Parkway. (803)779-8717, www.riverbanks.org
The S.C. State Museum will kick off Valentine’s Day weekend with “That’s Amore Y’all” 6-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12. Guests will be able to take tours through the museum galleries and explore notable romantic relationships through our state’s history. Guests can experience a special Valentine’s planetarium show, try inside-out chocolate strawberries, purchase food and enjoy local beer at the cash bar. $12, museum members; $15, nonmembers. 301 Gervais St. (803) 898-4921, http://scmuseum.org/thats-amore-yall
Family love
Come have a lovely time at the fourth annual Sweet on CMA family fun event from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13 at Columbia Museum of Art. Get creative at art stations, play the Valentine bean bag toss, take the “Young at Heart” tour, try the “Two of a Kind” gallery hunt, and make art-inspired Valentines. And don’t miss Columbia Marionette Theatre’s performance of “Anansi the Spider” at noon and 2 p.m. Free. Sponsored by Eau Claire Cooperative Health Centers. 1515 Main St. (803) 799-2810, www.columbiamuseum.org/happenings/sweet-cma
This story was originally published February 9, 2016 at 5:00 PM with the headline "Valentine’s events for every relationship status."