Top 10 Valentine’s events on Big Island: All of these date options are Cupid approved

Love is in the air, Big Island, whether it’s family members, close and best friends or your sweetie.

Valentine’s Day is Saturday (Feb. 14), and there are several events and activities happening this weekend around the island that will make great date options. So good that Cupid himself approves.

You can show your “Wiliwili LOVE” in Waikōloa or take a Sweethearts Stroll in Hawi. 

There’s also a Valentine’s Day cake decorating class in Kea‘au, and what’s better than gazing into the night sky in with the one you love?

That’s just a sampling of what’s happening during Valentine’s Day Weekend. Check out our top 10 things to do for Valentine’s Day now!

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No. 1 — Sweethearts Stroll (Hāwī, Feb. 13)

When: 4 to 7 p.m.

Location: Strolling throughout historic Hāwī

Treat your sweetheart to a pre-Valentine’s evening stroll through this historic North Hawai‘i community. Come check out all the amazing businesses in town. Beyond the shopping opportunities, you’ll find sweet treats, food, a sweetheart picture station, shave ice, face-painting, flowers, gifts, crafts, friends and even cold beer.

More info: Contact Bamboo Restaurant & Gallery at 808-889-5555.

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No. 2 — Valentine’s Day Cake Decorating (Kea‘au, Feb. 13)

When: 5 to 7 p.m.

Location: Big Island Meadery, 16-313 Shipman Road

Guests at this special Valentine’s themed event will get a single layer 6-inch round cake with base coat, an assortment of piping colors and variety of toppings. Come create something cute and take it home to demolish. Keiki-friendly event; mead will be available for purchase.

More info/tickets: Visit the Big Island Meadery website.

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No. 3 — Valentine’s Art Party Friday (Hilo, Feb. 13)

When: 6 p.m.

Location: East Hawai‘i Cultural Center, 141 Kalākaua St.

Join Tim Hutchinson and friends for this free guided activity to make a handmade Valentine’s card for the people you love — including yourself! Supplies included. Feel free to bring your own projects to work on, too. Open to adults and keiki ages 12 years old and older; participants ages 12 to 17 must be accompanied by an adult).

More info: Contact East Hawai‘i Cultural Center at 808-961-5711 or via email at admin@ehcc.org.

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No. 4 — Valentine’s Stargazing Night (Waikōloa, Feb. 13)

When: 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Location: Waikōloa Stables, 68-1936 Waikōloa Road

Bring your special someone to explore the night skies over West Hawai‘i and all the stars lighting up the darkness of space just like they light up your face each and every time you see them. Expert astronomers and telescopes will be available to get an even more personal look at the twinkling heavens. Free to attend, plus there’s free popcorn, too. Everyone is welcome.

More info: Contact Waikōloa Stables at 808-883-1819 or via email at waikoloahorsestables@gmail.com.

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No. 5 — Valentine’s Rock Party! (Volcano, Feb. 13)

When: 6 to 9 p.m.

Location: Lava Lounge, Kilauea Military Camp, 99-252 Crater Rim Drive

Bring your Valentine, your closest friends or even your family members to dance the night away with Doug Stillwell 3.0, featuring Perry Santoro on bass and Bruce David on drums. Free. No cover.

More info: Contact Lava Lounge at 808-967-8333 or 808-967-8335.

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No. 6 — Plant People Road Show: Valentine’s Day edition (Kailua-Kona, Feb. 14)

When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Location: Makaeo Pavilion, Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area, 75-5500 Kuakini Highway

How sweet it is when the lineup of mom-and-pop nursery growers comes to town. Attendees have the chance to talk directly with those growers in attendance and browse plants in a casual direct-from-farmer atmosphere. Find blooming flowers and potted plants perfect for your Valentine. Show is in its 12th year. Free admission.

More info: Call 808-987-3231.

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No. 7 — 15th annual Wiliwili Festival (Waikōloa, Feb. 14)

When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Locations: Waikōloa Dry Forest Preserve and Waikōloa Stables

The Big Island is invited to spread some “Wiliwili LOVE” while celebrating the region’s unique lowland dry forest and its iconic wiliwili tree. Festival-goers can explore the forest on guided hikes, visit educational booths, tour the native plant nursery, enjoy live music and participate in hands-on workshops at the preserve. Forest presentations by local experts, wildfire prevention information, food trucks and Waikōloa Dry Forest Initiative’s annual native plant giveaway add to the fun at the stables. Bring your special someone and enjoy a gathering of conservation, culture and community.

More info: Visit the Waikōloa Dry Forest website.

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No. 8 — Valentine’s Day Dog Adoption Event (Hilo, Feb. 14)

When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Location: Tractor Supply Co. Hilo, 111 E Pūʻainakō St., No. 300J

Looking for some puppy love this Valentine’s Day? Get ready for tail wags and happy paws! Aloha ʻĪlio Rescue will have adorable adoptable dogs seeking their forever homes, so stop by to meet your new best friend, learn about fostering or just say hi

More info: Contact Aloha ʻĪlio Rescue at 808-960-1704 or via email at Officeteam@alohailiorescue.com.

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No. 9 — Jake Shimabukuro live on the Kahilu stage (Waimea, Feb. 14)

When: 2 and 7 p.m.

Location: Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 Lindsey Road

Hawai‘i’s ‘ukulele virtuoso returns with his signature blend of innovation, precision and soul. He redefined the possibilities of the ‘ukulele — effortlessly blending jazz, rock, classical, blues and folk into a sound all his own. From tender melodies to electrifying solos, his artistry continues to amaze and inspire. This is an evening you and your Valentine definitely don’t want miss.

More info/tickets: Visit the Kahilu Theatre website.

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No. 10 — LOVE: An Aerial Dance Show (Hilo, Feb. 14)

When: 7 p.m.; doors open at 6 p.m.

Location: Palace Theater, 38 Haili St.

Bring your sweetheart, your bestie or even your mom for the best Valentine’s date night in town. Come hang with Aerial Arts Hawai’i and enjoy 13 love-inspired aerial, dance and circus acts, suitable for ages 13 years old and older.

More info/tickets: Visit the Palace Theater website.