NJIB’s Guide to New Jersey Valentine’s Day Events 2026 (Preview Edition!)
Love is in the air! At New Jersey Isn’t Boring we’re gathering the best and unique New Jersey Valentine’s Day Events for your to enjoy with your loved ones whether they be your significant others, friends, or family.
Please note this is a preview of events to come! We are still waiting for other events to be announced to compile a full schedule of events.
For more New Jersey events throughout the year, check out our Event Guide.
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New Jersey Valentine’s Day Events 2026:
Bell Works FRESH Valentine’s Day Pop-Ups
Sunday February 1, Wednesday February 11, and Saturday February 14, 11 am – 4 pm
Find the perfect Valentine’s Day gifts at the Bell Works Valentine’s Day Markets. Browse handcrafted items from local artisans, including unique jewelry, clothing, and more. Shop in a relaxed, inviting setting and pick up something special for your loved ones. Live music, interactive experiences, and more.
Bell Works, 101 Crawfords Corner Rd, Holmdel, NJ
Cost: Free
Downtown Bordentown Chocolate Walk
February 6, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Pre-Valentine’s Weekend, treat yourself and your loved ones—family, friends, or a special someone—to an enchanting evening of chocolatey fun and community togetherness in the charming setting of Bordentown City. Get ready for a night filled with delicious surprises at every stop. Special Guest: Willy Wonka will be in Bordentown City that night.
204 Farnsworth Ave, Downtown Bordentown City, NJ
Cost: $10 in advance, $12 day of (if available)
S’more to Love in Merchantville
February 6, 6 pm – 8 pm
The Borough of Merchantville wants you to know there’s S’more to LOVE here! Grab your kids, family and friends in the heart of downtown Merchantville to enjoy a toasty evening complete with tasty treats, live music, and fun. Melt a FREE S’more by the fire and jam to live music by Lackadaisical Lemon. Kids can get creative with a Valentine’s Day craft and enjoy a magical night with neighbors and friends.
East Park Ave alongside Eclipse Brewing, Merchantville, NJ
Cost: Free
Love at First Bite Valentines Day Pop Up
February 7, 12 pm – 4 pm
Love at First Bite is a Valentine-inspired market experience set inside the historic Jersey Shore Arts Center. Expect a curated mix of local makers, sweet indulgences, and hands-on moments designed to spark connection, curiosity, and a little magic. Come ready to browse, participate, taste, and maybe fall for something unexpected.
66 South Main St, Ocean Grove, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
The Downtown Red Bank Valentine’s Sweet Stroll
February 7, 11 am – 2 pm
Feel the love this February with an afternoon of sweet treats and experiences in downtown Red Bank!
Downtown Red Bank, NJ
Celebrate Love, a Shopping Extravaganza
February 7, 10 am – 4 pm
Shop for your Valentine while supporting 40+ local businesses! Celebrate Love, a Shopping Extravaganza is on Saturday, February 7, 2026 from 10am to 4pm at St. Jude of Hopatcong. There will be a 50/50 hosted by St. Jude. Food available for purchase.
St. Jude Parish Center – 40 Maxim Drive, Hopatcong, NJ
Cost: Free
Annual Valentine’s Day Plunge
February 7, 12 pm
The annual Valentine’s Day plunge is an exciting fundraising event where participants, called Plungers, collect donations for ALS patients in exchange for plunging into the icy Atlantic Ocean. Get a team together – register as an individual – be a spectator cheering on your plungers – make a donation – be part of an amazing fundraising event.
Manasquan Main Beach at the end of East Main Street., Manasquan, NJ
Cost: Register here
The Sweetest Night in Pitman
February 7, 3 pm – 7 pm
The Uptown Pitman Business Community is serving up an evening full of indulgence with local chocolate and dessert makers popping up throughout Uptown alongside adorable Valentine’s themed vendors. It’s no accident that this event takes place the day before the Big Game! Shop for your Super Bowl goodies and be the hit of your party. Grab your FREE sweet passport and stroll through your favorite shops before or after dinner at one of Pitman’s amazing restaurants. Whether it’s a romantic date night with your sweetheart or a fun night out with your besties, this is the perfect excuse to treat yourself.
Uptown Pitman, Pitman, NJ
Cost: Free
Princeton Garden Theatre Valentine’s Day Screenings
February 8 – 14
The Princeton Garden Theatre will host 3 special movie nights in honor of Valentine’s Day. On February 8th, enjoy the classic Roman Holiday. On February 14th there will be a screen of Before Sunrise from 1995 and Punch Drunk Love from 2002.
Princeton Garden Theatre, 160 Nassau St, Princeton, NJ
Cost: $13.75, discounts for members, seniors, and students
Valentine’s Day at Mudhen Brewing Company
February 11 – 14
Fall in love at MudHen this Valentine’s Week! From February 11–14, they’ll be serving up romance, laughs, and live music all week long. Enjoy a special Valentine’s menu, sip on a Strawberry Chocolate Martini, and fall head over heels for Captain Doug’s In Love Strawberry Porter, pouring all weekend long. Kick things off with two nights of comedy featuring Rich Aronovich, then keep the love going with live music from Juliano Brothers on Friday and Cheers The Band on Valentine’s Day Saturday.Whether it’s date night, girls’ night, or a fun night out with friends — MudHen is the place to celebrate love, laughter, and great drinks.
127 W. Rio Grande Ave. Wildwood, NJ
LSC After Dark: Love is in the Air
February 12, 6 pm – 10 pm
Warning: May contain excessive use of pink hearts and questionable dancing. Come join LSC After Dark in celebrating Valentine’s Day at #LSCAfterDark: Love is in the Air on Thursday, February 12th. Whether you’re single, taken, or somewhere in between they’ve got you covered. Add on experiences include a Sabrina Carpenter Laser Show, Lovers of the Cosmos Planetarium Show, and SUE: The T. rex Experience premium exhibition. Plus Sex Ed with Dorothy, a Cosmic pop-up celebrating Taylor Jenkins Reid’s bestselling novel Atmosphere, giveaways, trivia, crafting, live DJ, and more!
Liberty Science Center, Jersey City, NJ
Cost: $24
GSWGA’s Wine and Chocolate Trail Weekend
February 13 – 15
Celebrate Valentine’s Day this year with the Garden State Wine Growers Association’s annual Wine and Chocolate Trail Weekend! The Wine & Chocolate Trail will be celebrated from February 13-15, 2026. The experience includes New Jersey wines paired with chocolates supplied by local chocolatiers, live music and much more. Many wineries throughout the Garden State are excited to participate.
State Wide
Cost: Varies per event
Mike’s Seafood Valentine’s Day Run/Walk for Autism
February 14, 12 pm
This unique event encourages runners and walkers of all ages to participate with their families, while supporting a worthwhile cause. Please review the event application for prize details for both men and women in the various age classifications for the 5K run. The walk is a non-competitive event. After the race, there will be HUGE HEATED tents outside Excursion Park for Live Music, an Awards Ceremony, Door-Prizes, and Magicians and Face Painting for the Kids! All while enjoying a large Buffet consisting of: Bagels, Donuts, Pastries, Soft Pretzels, Fruit and Drinks. The first 2,000 pre-registered participants will receive a T-Shirt and are entered into the Door Prize Give-Away. Race day T-Shirt available while supplies last. Proceeds benefit Special Services Schools, Autism Support Groups, Families of Special Needs Children, and Autism Speaks.
John F. Kennedy Blvd, (On The Promenade), Sea Isle City, NJ
Cost: $40
Historical Valentines Historic Walnford
February 14, 1 pm – 3 pm
Discover how penmanship has changed as you view letters and valentines from the 18th and 19th century at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Create a valentine of your own or write a letter to a friend using historically inspired materials.
62 Walnford Rd, Allentown, NJ
Cost: Free
An Evening of Romance & Renewal
February 14, 5 pm
Renew your vows at the tallest lighthouse in NJ! Doors open at 5pm, Group Vow Renewal Ceremony at 6pm. There will be a toast, live music, dancing and romantic climb.
Absecon Lighthouse, Atlantic City, NJ
Cost: Minimum $50 donation
Asbury Park Valentine’s Bazaar
February 14 & 15, 12 pm – 5 pm
Celebrate love in all its forms at the Asbury Park Valentine’s Bazaar! This event will be a joyful, heart-filled weekend featuring shopping, music, food, and Valentine’s-themed fun for everyone. Whether you’re bringing a date, celebrating Galentine’s Day, or making it a family outing, this is the perfect way to spend Valentine’s Weekend at the Jersey Shore.
1300 Ocean Ave, Asbury Park, NJ
Cost: Free
Cupid’s Undie Run
February 21, 12 pm – 4 pm
Run a ‘Mile(ish)’ in Your Undies, Because Kicking NF’s Butt is Worth the Chilly Cheeks. Every February, thousands of undie runners in cities across the U.S. come together, whether it be in-person or virtually, to support those affected by NF, a group of genetic conditions that cause tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body. Cupid’s Undie Run kicks off with drinking and dancing, then jog it out with a mile(ish) run and end it all with an epic dance party.
Beachcomber Bar & Grill 100 Ocean Terrace Seaside Heights, NJ
Cost: $40
