Love, love, love! The day of the year has arrived when you can bring out your most tender and romantic side. Get ready to sigh and use this as an excuse to go out with the person you like, your crush, or your best friends. Here’s everything you can do in Mexico City this February 14.
In case you haven’t noticed, Valentine’s Day falls on a Saturday in 2026, so you’ll have no excuse to stay home crying over your ex. Dress up more than usual and get ready to go out!
You can feel the love even in Mexico City’s Zócalo!
If you want to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a romantic stroll, head to the Garden of Good Love, which will transform the Plaza de la Constitución into a huge garden with around 10,000 flowers and outdoor movie screenings.
The acclaimed Candlelight concerts return to Mexico City with a moving Valentine’s Day Special in the impressive El Cantoral venue.
Get ready for a magical, multi-sensory evening, where a string quartet will perform the most romantic melodies of all time under the soft glow of hundreds of candles. From “Unchained Melody” to “My Heart Will Go On,” immerse yourself in an intimate and unique atmosphere to celebrate love in the capital.
Through flavor, you will travel to a fantastic universe: that of Alice. This is a three-course dinner with dishes inspired by key moments in this story. You and your partner will taste the Mad Hatter’s banquet!
Although the flavors work their magic on the palate, this is an experience that will activate all your senses, as the dinner is accompanied by audiovisual projections that will bring the tea party to life. There will be big surprises on the table!
This plan is the perfect way to kick off the Valentine’s Day celebrations: there are several dates scheduled throughout February and March 2026. But hurry to get your tickets, because they’re flying off the shelves!
Enjoy a picnic under the moonlight in Chapultepec. For a romantic outing (or with your best friends) without breaking the bank, head to the night picnic at the Botanical Garden in Chapultepec Forest.
Keep in mind that although admission is free, space is limited, so it is recommended that you arrive two hours in advance. There will be no food for sale on site, but you can bring your own food, as long as it does not include alcoholic beverages.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day for free at Alameda Central in Mexico City. If you want to come up with a different plan to kick off the celebration, on February 13, Alameda Central will be transformed into “Alameda Enamorada” (Alameda in Love) with free activities: workshops to make bookmarks, soaps, and chocolates, poetry readings, karaoke, a “married for a day” activity, and a photo booth.
Think it’s a good idea to take your love to the next level? Get married at these themed weddings with cacao as the star of the show.
The Chocolate Museum will host rituals with cacao, and the best part is that the rings are made of chocolate. You’ll get a guided tour of the museum, two cacao drinks, rings, a symbolic certificate, and the experience of grinding cacao beans on a metate.
To book this experience, please email: educacion@mucho.org.mx.
There are different times available: 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.
A few days before Valentine’s Day, the Museum of Modern Art will premiere Rafael Lozano-Hemmer: Unfinished Garden, a nighttime exhibition with nine installations in different parts of the museum, including the garden.
Each sculpture aims to bring you into contact with phenomena that are not visible to the naked eye; each one reacts to the presence of people.
It should be noted that this is the first time the museum has closed its doors late for an exhibition, so you and your companion will enjoy a unique experience.
If you prefer a sweet plan full of details, celebrate Love and Friendship Day with flowers, chocolate, and free activities at the Monument to the Revolution. You will find handmade products and chocolate in various forms. Admission is free.
Experience a Victorian-style Valentine’s Day at the Perfume Museum. If you want to break with tradition and do something different in Mexico City this February 14, treat yourself to an aromatic picnic set in the Victorian era at the Perfume Museum (MUPE) to celebrate love with activities such as creating a bouquet of flowers, writing letters, embroidering initials, and tea time.
The cost per person is $200 pesos and $300 pesos per couple. You can buy your tickets directly at the box office.
Your golden dream will come true on the canals of Xochimilco this Day of Love and Friendship.
In this experience, you will place your wish in floating lamps and leave them on the canal. The Night of Desires is a nighttime trajinera tour that will also surprise you with a bohemian concert and charcuterie. It departs from the Salitre Pier and is a very romantic and unique plan.
For several days in February, the Postal Palace will offer workshops celebrating romantic love and friendship.
Workshops on bracelets, edible letters, painting with coffee, and decorative flowers are just a few of them. Keep in mind that the workshops cost $30 and $40 and are held from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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Travel with your sweetheart to the most romantic and wonderful places in Mexico in this immersive exhibition.
Through the lens of artist Pepe Soho, you can visit jaw-dropping natural sanctuaries: from monarch butterflies in Michoacán and fireflies in Tlaxcala to hidden corners of the Lacandon Jungle and humpback whales in Baja California. All without leaving Mexico City!
Plus, all tickets for February 14 have a 20% discount, so take advantage of this promotion!
Whether you’re with your friends or your partner, skating is always a fun activity. This roller dance school is inspired by roller discos, which were popular in the United States in the 70s and 80s. The skating experience is accompanied by an energetic vibe with neon lights and music.
It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner, because here they’ll teach you the basic techniques. You can purchase a single class package, but if you’re looking to become an expert, there are different courses that last more than one day.
If you like classic dates, this suggestion is sure to fit the bill, especially if your mission is to surprise and conquer.
The splendid Chapultepec Castle will be the setting for The Black Swan, but this time the story will take an unexpected turn, as it will be told from the antagonist’s perspective.
This dinner is about much more than just flavor, as it offers an evening of art, surrealism, and, of course, intimacy.
This February 14, the Literary Dinners project presents a new edition entitled “The Three Witches,” which pays tribute to Leonora Carrington, Remedios Varo, and Kati Horna.
Each dish on the menu will be paired with a mise-en-scène and a literary experience that is sure to spark deep conversation with your date—you’ll never run out of things to talk about!
Club Sobert
Ice cream and wine in one place? Club Sorbet is one of the must-see options on your list of activities for February 14. Here you can try two of your favorite treats: a sorbet, a glass of wine, or a sorbet and one (or several) glasses of wine.
The best part is that the staff will help you create the perfect pairing. One thing to note is the space: intimate and casual, perfect for a different kind of date or meeting up with friends. And if your best friend is your dog, bring them along because it’s pet friendly!
Dates at this place start early, as there are also breakfast options.
The Museo del Juguete Antiguo México invites you to say “I do” in a playful and nostalgic way among thousands of pieces that marked the childhood of generations. Whether with your partner, your best friend, or that special crush, these symbolic weddings offer a space without rules or solemnity to celebrate love surrounded by pop culture.
It’s the perfect opportunity to capture unique photographs and create an unconventional memory in an environment full of color and collective memory.
Remember that the activity costs $20, while admission is $50.
The UNAM Botanical Garden invites you to a sensory date this Valentine’s Day to discover the aromatic secrets hidden in plants and their relevance in the natural world. Through this guided tour, you and your companion will be able to connect with nature in an intimate way, using your sense of smell as the main guide for the experience.
It is the ideal plan for those looking for an original outing that awakens the senses and facilitates conversation in a relaxed and romantic setting. Prior to your visit, it is important to register via WhatsApp at 56 1405 4445.
Activate the magic of romance! Light Cyclesis a light installation that makes Chapultepec Forest shine.
Together with your partner, you will walk along an illuminated path and see audiovisual projections and effects everywhere. Without a doubt, it is an enchanting installation where the trees come to life.
The tour is perfect for chatting and taking amazing photos, but above all for connecting with your companion.
Put on your best moves and your 70s outfit to take part in “Cásate en las Alturas” (Get Married in the Heights), a symbolic experience that this year pays tribute to the disco era.
From the top of one of the capital’s most iconic buildings, couples can seal their union with rings and a fictitious commitment certificate in a setting decorated especially for the occasion. As space is limited, packages must be purchased in advance online to secure a place at this celebration full of rhythm and spectacular views.
The wedding and photography package costs $330; if you add access to the observation deck, the cost is $599.
If you want to celebrate friendship with something different this February 14, head to KidZania’s Friends Night and enjoy the nighttime experience with your favorite people.
This amusement park will celebrate a special Friends Night for Love and Friendship Day, ideal for those over 17 who want to play and have fun at night.
Chinese New Year will be celebrated at Cenart on Valentine’s Day! In 2026, the “Fire Horse” will be commemorated with an event that includes plays, martial arts exhibitions, hanfu fashion shows, and more.
This is a surefire option if you want to do something different with your friends or partner.
Love will be celebrated in a very cute way with this Hello Kitty-themed festival.
Here you will find a large bazaar with themed items featuring the cutest kitten and her friends. Break out your savings and show off with a great gift!
There will also be symbolic weddings and a romantic atmosphere.
Initially, this event was to be held on Valentine’s Day, but the date was moved to February 21 and 22.
Here, couples can celebrate symbolic unions under Japanese ritual. The experience includes rings, a commemorative certificate, and an instant photograph, with the option of wearing traditional yukata during the ceremony to delve deeper into Japanese culture.
The event functions as a specialized bazaar offering oriental art, literature, fashion, and accessories. Tell that special someone!
Admission is free, but you need to register your visit here.
If you’re looking for something to do with your friends on February 14, this fair is sure to be the perfect choice.
Get ready to celebrate with a wide variety of drinks, including pulque, beer, and mezcal, although you’ll find other options as well.
In addition to Valentine’s Day, this event will celebrate gamer culture with lots of video games and tournaments. Of course, there will be plenty of delicious food.
Enjoy a movie under the stars and camp at Ajusco. Break out of the norm and make a different plan with your partner or best friends to watch a movie outdoors and tour the Ecoguardas Environmental Culture Center at night, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
You can also choose the camping option: access is from 5:00 p.m. and departure is at 7:30 a.m. the following day. This activity costs $291 for two people.
If you’re looking for something out of the ordinary and wondering what to do on February 14 in Mexico City, break the routine and transport yourself back to the age of knights with the medieval masquerade “Amor Cortesano” (Courtly Love).
This Sunday, February 15, the Miguel Sabido Cultural Center will be transformed into a fantasy kingdom with themed weddings, epic battles, dances, and a craft market. For only $150, you can enjoy an unforgettable experience suitable for all ages, but hurry, because space is limited and tickets are selling fast.
The celebration of Love and Friendship Day will be extended with this mass bike ride that takes in the most iconic spots in the capital. The 22-kilometer route is open to cyclists, skaters, and pedestrians of all ages, who can join at any point along the way.
The event complements the tour with a cultural agenda that includes live musical performances and fitness activity stations.
Those who do not have their own equipment can access the bicycle loan service at the modules set up by the organizers, although it is recommended to arrive early due to high demand.
On February 14, the sky above Cholula will be transformed into a colorful canvas with the arrival of Volarte 2026, a festival that this year pays tribute to the most iconic cartoon characters with impressive monumental figures.
Attendees can marvel at the visual spectacle above the archaeological site or participate in craft contests offering prizes of up to 15,000 pesos. With concerts, dance, and a food bazaar, this free event is shaping up to be the perfect setting for a magical, family-friendly Valentine’s Day celebration in the open air.
If you have the opportunity to leave Mexico City, this plan is ideal for an unforgettable evening in the Italian Garden, a setting that evokes European romanticism with its classical architecture and illuminated fountains.
The Festa dell’Amore experience offers an exclusive three-course dinner served at your table, accompanied by ambient music to create an intimate and sophisticated atmosphere. As it is a limited-capacity event with personalized service, it is the perfect option for those looking for a memorable and high-quality Valentine’s Day celebration near Mexico City.
The cost per person is $3,500. The open bar has an additional cost.
Let yourself be enveloped by mystery and elegance on a night where anonymity is the guest of honor in a hall steeped in history and tradition.
To the strains of the Berana Orchestra and the rhythms of DJ Foreve, this iconic Guerrero venue will be transformed into the perfect setting for an unconventional Valentine’s Day. Whether you attend with your partner or in search of new friends, the invitation is to hide your identity behind a mask and give yourself over completely to dancing in a sophisticated evening full of surprises.
Imagine a romantic evening surrounded by fascinating marine life and an atmosphere of blue lights that will transport you to the bottom of the ocean without leaving the capital.
This exclusive experience offers an intimate tour of the aquarium that includes a unique interaction with stingrays and an elegant three-course dinner accompanied by live music. To seal the night, each couple will receive a bottle of wine with a personalized label and participate in surprise raffles, guaranteeing an unforgettable and unconventional memory.
For more information, please contact us via WhatsApp.
Personalize a padlock and place it on the MODO planters as a symbol of eternal love. If you’re looking for a romantic plan (or a nice gesture for your best friend) this February 14, head to the Museum of the Object of the Object to participate in this Valentine’s Day activity: personalize and place padlocks as a symbol of love on their planters.
You can bring your own padlock, and the activity is free. The museum will also sell padlocks for $100.
Cuetzalan: a town among the clouds, perfect for a romantic getaway. This Valentine’s Day, escape from Mexico City to celebrate love in the Sierra Norte de Puebla.
This destination was recognized in 2025 as the best magical town for a romantic getaway, offering cobblestone streets, waterfalls, and fog banks that create a unique atmosphere. Ideal for couples looking for nature, traditional dances such as the Voladores de Papantla, and picturesque accommodations.
If your favorite person is the biggest Formula 1® fan, reserve their spot for the official exhibition. They will be able to see items from the F1® collection as well as unpublished photos and videos. What better Valentine’s Day gift than the opportunity to get closer than ever to the pits?
