Are you planning some Valentine’s Day celebrations in the Upstate for your family? Whether you’re planning a date with your spouse, organizing a Galentine’s Day outing, planning a special date with your child, or scheduling a day out with the guys, there are a lot of ways you can celebrate love and friendship this Valentine’s Day.
Valentine’s Day Events Near Greenville, SC
Looking for a special event happening just for Valentine’s Day near Greenville, SC? Check out these fun events! You’ll find Valentine’s Day crafts, cooking events, nature things to do, date-night events, family fun, and a lot more things to do all celebrating Valentine’s Day!
Does your child love painting, creating, and making heartfelt art? This sweet and colorful camp is all about creativity, expression, and celebrating the people they love!
Join in for a Valentine’s Day themed adventure at Paris Mountain State Park! You’ll enjoy a short, guided 0.75-mile walk around Lake Placid, keeping an eye out for wildlife and discovering what we love most about nature.
After the hike, you’ll unwind in the Park Center classroom, where participants will create animal-themed Valentine’s cards. This program is perfect for families, friends, and anyone who loves nature with a little extra heart.
Ages 5–11 are invited to drop in to make Valentine’s Day cards for your friends and family.
Show your appreciation for others with rock painting and card making. This activity is most suitable for the 6-12 age group. Materials available to the first 40 participants. Please register in advance starting Tuesday, January 27.
Waitlist statement:
Missed the sign-up deadline? Don’t worry, while admittance is not guaranteed, you can show up 30 minutes before the program’s start time and visit the service desk to be added to the waitlist.
Reservation Statement:
Arrive at least 15 minutes before the program to check in. Your spot will be reserved until 5 minutes after the program starts. At that time, priority admittance will be given to those on the waitlist.
Create a beautiful string art design to give to your loved one for Valentine’s Day. This program is most suited for ages 8-12.
Use colorful salt dough to create personalized conversation hearts with messages to the ones you love. This activity is most suitable for the 6-12 age group.
*Materials available to the first 30 participants.
We will be making crafts and cards for Valentines. This program is best suited for children 4-12.
Saturday, February 7th, 2026, 5:30 pm
Dads can bring their daughters to Tip Top Cake Shop in Easley for a night of sweet treats and fun. Tickets are $55/each dad&daughter duo and $18/each for additional daughters. All ages are welcome.
Tip Top Cake Shop
601 Williams Avenue, Easley
864.850.2807
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Daddies, Daughters, & Donuts
A visit from three beloved princesses Donuts and sweet treats to enjoy together
Gentle music, laughter, and unhurried time side-by-side
One adult included with each child’s ticket
Saturday, February 7, 2026
9:00 AM
Private venue in the Greer area
$25 per child (one adult included)Decorate Valentine’s cookies with royal icing at Scarlett’s Boutique & Home! Create and take home 6 cookies on February 7 at 11 AM. Spartanburg.
Under 14 requires a parent or guardian
Step back into the 1800s and celebrate Valentine’s Day the old-fashioned way. Using quill pens and ink, participants will create a handwritten Valentine while learning how love and courtship were expressed in the 19th century, long before text messages and store-bought cards.
This hands-on program is designed for ages 10 and up. Participants will be writing with real ink, so please dress appropriately, keeping in mind that spills and ink stains are part of the historic experience. This program offers a meaningful glimpse into historic communication and a chance to slow down, put words to paper, and create a Valentine worth keeping.
Come to Holliday Brewing for a great indoor market to shop for unique gift items for your Valentine, pick up farm fresh goods, and enjoy a tasty meal or beverage while you’re at it.
A sweet and fun Dad + Daughter Hair Care Class just in time for Valentine’s Day! 💕
This hands-on experience is designed to help dads feel confident caring for their daughter’s hair in a stress-free, tear-free way. We’ll cover gentle detangling techniques, must-know hair care tips, and easy everyday styles like mastering pigtails. 👧🏻
Enjoy Valentine’s treats, adorable photo opportunities, and some extras like fairy hair. ✨This class is all about bonding, building confidence, and making hair time a positive experience for both dads and daughters. ☺️
This Daddy + Me experience will be held at Browning Studio-Downtown 1322 E. Washington St. #A1 Greenville, SC 29607 on Sunday, February 8 from 3-5pm. Perfect for daughters ages 3-10. Cost is $55 per family, $18 per additional daughter (before taxes + fees). Ticket purchase + FAQ’s can be found by clicking the Eventbrite link.
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Create your own adorable fingerprint rock hearts to take home!
All materials provided
Included with Regular Admission – come craft, play, and celebrate the love!
All ages are invited to drop-in to create Valentine’s Day cards for children in the hospital.
Cards for Kids — Tue, Feb 10, 2026 • 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
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Hughes Main Library — 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
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Anderson Road Library — 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
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Augusta Road Library — 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
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Five Forks Library — 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
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Pelham Road Library — 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
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Simpsonville Library — 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
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Taylors Library — 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
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Blue Ridge Library — 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
Ages 5–11 are invited to drop in to make Valentine’s Day cards for your friends and family.
Get creative with art supplies, glitter, washi tape, and more to make personalized valentines.
Sample a variety of heart-shaped chocolates, Hershey’s Kisses, and Valentine’s Day snacks, then vote for your favorite. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Join MOMS Club of Spartanburg-North for a coffee + kid meetup at the Maker’s Market in Inman, SC to make valentines for local seniors. Free to attend, coffee purchase recommended. Members & prospective members welcome to join, meaning any & all moms who would love to have some fellowship with friends!
Note that MOMS Club events do generally involve photo/video content of kids in attendance that may be posted to social media.
Find out more on the Facebook event page, or contact MOMS Club of Spartanburg-North with any questions.
Make braided and heart-shaped dog toys for the adoptable pups at the Spartanburg Humane Society, then play with a friend from the shelter.
For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with love-themed stories, movement, and music activities for ages 19+ mos.
Come celebrate Valentines with the kids at KPC! They will provide a cute dinner, drink and dessert with Valentines decorations and fun.
Join in for a sweet and creative evening of cookie decorating! Learn the basics of decorating cookies with royal icing, including essential techniques you can use again and again.
This hands-on class is led by Nicole of Sweet Teals Bakery and is perfect for beginners. Each participant will decorate five Valentine-themed cookies to take home and enjoy (or share!). Ages 12 and up
Your 2-7th grade homeschooled students are invited (and friends that are invited by homeschooled students) to the second annual Valentine’s Bash at the beautiful Belleview Meadows event barn! Children will be taught a circle dance, the Virginia Reel, and some classic line dances including the Cha Cha Slide and Cotten Eyed Joe. Following the instruction will be a time for unorganized dancing and song requests.
Great opportunity for dads to have a special night with their daughter(s), enjoy dinner, and have fun. Children ages 3-13 are admitted. Tickets are typically $20 per person and must be purchased in advance at the Simpsonville Activity & Senior Center.
Tickets are limited and must be purchased in person at the Simpsonville Activity & Senior Center. For more information, please call 864-967-9533.
★ FeaturedFor the Love of STEM – Special Afternoon Exploration Day
Friday, February 13 | 1:30–5:00 PM
For the Love of STEM is a special themed day during Roper Mountain Science Center’s Afternoon Explorations program, featuring all regular exhibits plus circus-inspired science activities throughout the afternoon.
Afternoon Explorations runs Thursdays and Fridays from September 11–May 8, 1:30–5:00 PM. Guests can explore the Environmental Science & Sustainability Building with the Nature Exchange, Harrison Hall of Natural Science with the Indoor Rain Forest, Marine Lab, and Ecology Lab, the Living History Farm, Dinosaur Adventure Trail, Pirate Adventure and Dinosaur Playgrounds, Butterfly Garden, and the Gift Shop (open Fridays).
Other themed event days for 2026 include:
- Earth Day Celebration – April 17
Admission: $8 adults, $7 children ages 3–12, $7 senior/military, free for RMSC members.
Create special gifts with Perler Beads for that special person for Valentine’s. Will supply many options for Perler creations. Come and let your creativity flow. This activity is most suitable for the 6-12 age group. Materials available to the first 12 participants.
They are teaming up with our friends at The Greenville Zoo to explore animals and the amazing ways they show love, teamwork, and care. Through hands-on activities, stories, and up-close animal encounters, kids will discover how people and animals have connected throughout history. It’s a heart-filled adventure full of learning, laughter, and lots of animal fun!
This Valentine’s Day, trade rose petals for putters! Whether you’re looking for a unique date night or a fun “Palentine’s” outing with the crew, the Putt With Love Mini Golf Event is just the event for you.
Village Play in Fountain Inn is offering a special dad-daughter date night with dinner and dessert. Tickets are $40/dad-daughter and $20 per sibling.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day Near Greenville
Greenville and the Upstate is full of fun and unique options for Valentine’s, so get planning! Here are some ideas to get you started!
