The weeks may be getting colder, but we're finally entering a month where we can legitimately start making plans again and forget our resolutions to save money or stay sober. With Valentine's Day on the horizon, we have an excuse to throw off our PJs and get out the house.
That being said, planning the perfect Valentine's - or Galentine's - date can be a nightmare. Do you go romantic or fun? Something different or something you know your other half loves? Or, do you just need a big night out with your friends to forget all of this love stuff exists?
Whatever your requirements, we've got you covered. Because, we've look all over the UK to find a range of options for your ideal Valentine's Day. Whether you're celebrating early or late, with the family or friends, there's an event here for you...
Valentines Day Around The UK - Grazia
1 of 10London
Ballie Ballerson, from £10An ideal Valentine's Date of drinks, great food and fun in a ball pit (yes we are adults and this is still our ideal date), Ballie Ballerson is going full V-Day on 14 February with special VIP Valentine's Gold and Platinum packages if you fancy a really special treat. Get you and your special someone ball-pit tickets, go for a cute drink or get the whole gang together for a Galentine's celebration - however you celebrate Ballie Ballerson is bound to be a good time.
2 of 10London
ANTS at Printworks, £37.50You know the saying, couples who rave together stay together? Well, this is your perfect illustration of that. ANTS returns to Printworks on 29 February for a star-studded multi-room party with an incredibly line-up. You won't just be celebrating your love of each other but your love of house music too...
3 of 10Manchester
Manchester Gin Festival, £12.50You may have to celebrate a week late, but it would be worth it for a weekend full of gin. That's right, the Manchester Gin Festival returns on 21 February at Manchester Cathedral with over 100 carefully selected gins under one roof. With live music, food and giant Jenga - this event is the Valentine's Day we dream of.
4 of 10Liverpool
Gandeys Circus 2020: Unbelievable, £18Celebrate Valentine's Day as a couple or with the whole family at this (literally) unbelievable circus event at Aintree Race Course. Featuring a cast of over 30 performers, Gandey's Circus has received rave reviews and would make a thrilling date night (although perhaps you'll want to go for dinner after to add some romance to the evening).
5 of 10Edinburgh
Valentine's Speed Dating, £22.15Yes, it may be a cliche, but meeting someone on Valentine's Day would be the perfect antidote to the old 'so, yeah, we met on Tinder' story. Hosted at The Barologist, this speed dating event gives you the chance to field 18 potential dates for four minutes at a time – and there's plenty of time afterwards to get closer to your chosen Valentine.
6 of 10Birmingham
James Blunt (and many others to choose from), from £25Count yourself lucky if you're celebrating Valentine's Day in Birmingham because you have a whole host of great nights out across the month that make perfect dates. On Valentine's Day itself you can celebrate the love-song legend that is James Blunt at his concert at Birmingham Arena. Or, if Blunt isn't up your street there's also The Script on the 28th at Resorts World Arena and Lana Del Rey on the 29th at the same place. Fancy celebrating early? The Game is at the O2 Institute on the 2nd and Ashanti is there on the 9th. What did we say? A music event for every taste.
7 of 10Bournemouth
Funny Bizznez Valentine's Day Comedy, £14.05-76.05Presenting Marcel Lucont, Funmbi, Maxine Vuvuzela and Junior Booker, this night of comedy would make a great Valentine's date. With first release tickets already sold-out, it's proving to be a popular date night choice so grab your tickets now.
8 of 10London
A Baroque Valentine's for LGBT History Month, £10Hosted at The National Gallery, this LGBT+ event on 14 February encourages you to 'discover the LGBT+ undercurrents present within our paintings in this historically informed performance highlighting the fluid nature of love, sexuality, and gender.'With explorations of both music and art, it's set to be a night to remember whether you're celebrating Valentine's Day or not.
9 of 10Wales
Smash Fest, £5.50-10Another alternative Valentine's date? A punk festival. That's right, Smash Fest - Cardiff's punk and alternative festival - returns to Wales on 28 February. It may not be Valentine's weekend itself, but if you're into attending punk festivals with your beau, who's to say you have to celebrate Valentine's on the 14th? Nothing says I love you like head banging together, am I right?
10 of 10Durham
Fire & Ice In Durham, FreeA family-friendly Valentine's option, the Fire & Ice In Durham event returns to the city centre on 21 and 22 February. With ice sculptures inspired by time travel, the all-day event is perfect to pop along to and marvel at with your whole family.