Greenville SC Valentine's Day Weekend Guide 2026
January 09, 2026
A Valentine’s Day Guide to Greenville, SC
Favorite ways to wander, dine, and linger together
Valentine’s Day in Greenville, SC carries a kind of romance that feels effortless. From quiet walks along the Reedy River to candlelit dinners downtown, the city offers couples meaningful ways to slow down and connect. Whether you’re planning a thoughtful date night, a weekend escape, or simply looking for romantic things to do in Greenville, Valentine’s Day here is less about grand gestures and more about intention — moments shaped by beauty, warmth, and togetherness.
Five Romantic Things to Do in Greenville
1. Walk Falls Park at Dusk
There’s something timeless about Falls Park in winter. Fewer crowds. Softer light. The Liberty Bridge becomes a pause — a place to stand still together, listening to the water move below. It’s one of Greenville’s simplest pleasures, and one of its most meaningful. If you want to propose it is also a very picturesque even in the winter.
2. Share a Live Performance
From intimate concerts to theatre performances downtown, Valentine’s week often brings music and storytelling into the spotlight. Sitting side by side in a darkened room, letting someone else set the rhythm for the evening, feels quietly romantic or lots of fun.
- The Peace Theater has several concerts options leading up to Valentine's Day. Dvorak's American String Quartet is playing on February 14th .
- Join a Dinner Detective show like this one at the Cambria Hotel.
- The Valentine's Day concert by Greenville Theater
3. Create Something Together
Paint-and-sip nights, pottery classes, or hands-on workshops offer a different kind of connection. You leave with more than memories — you leave with proof of time spent intentionally.
4. Laugh at a Comedy or Improv Show
Romance doesn’t always need candlelight. Sometimes it’s laughter, shared glances, and the ease of not taking the evening too seriously. Greenville’s comedy scene makes room for joy in the middle of winter.
5. Be Active!
If you are looking for an alternative way to celebrate, be Active together.
- Take a Hike
- Join Cupid's Chase in Unity Park
- Do a Scavenger Hunt at Clemson
- Take a Couples Salsa Lesson
- Ice Skating at the Tryon Equestrian center
6. Wander Downtown Without an Agenda
Start with coffee. End with dessert. Duck into shops, linger where the mood feels right, and let the night guide itself. Valentine’s Day doesn’t need structure — just space to unfold.
Ten Favorite Valentine’s Dinner Spots
Because we couldn't pair down more! Dinner in Greenville feels personal. There are so many amazing restaurant in the area but these are the places couples return to when the occasion matters:
Our newest Michelin Star Restaurant! This French Restaurant infuses warmth and hospitality in every meal.
18 N Main St, Greenville
(864) 283-0095
The Melting Pot is offering a five-course menu to celebrate Valentine’s Day between February 13th-16th. ($140/person on February 13th, 15th, and 16th and $160/person on February 14th).
475 Haywood Road, Suite 5, Greenville
864.297.5035
Up on the Roof
Head to Up on the Roof for Valentine’s Day specials and cocktails from February 14-16, 2025.
250 Riverplace, Greenville
864.242.4000
Fork & Plough
Note: 2025 Valentine’s Day offers have not been posted yet.
Reservations are required for the Valentine’s Day dinners available on February 14th. You can also make a reservation for their annual Someone Special dinner for you and your children, with a special kid-friendly menu alongside their usual menu. The Someone Special dinner is February 13th.
1629 East North Street, Greenville
864.696.2580
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
Note: 2025 Valentine’s Day offers have not been posted yet.
The iconic restaurant is offering a Surf & Turf special through February 18th.
250 Riverplace, Greenville
851 Congaree Road, Greenville
Patterson Kitchen + Bar
Cozy up with your significant other at Patterson Kitchen + Bar at Hotel Hartness in Greenville. Be sure to grab a drink at The Captain bar.
110 Halston Ave, Greenville
864.509.6484
Halls Chophouse Greenville
Note: 2025 Valentine’s Day offers have not been posted yet.
Classic, celebratory, and indulgent — a place where milestones are marked and evenings stretch long.
550 South Main Street, Greenville
(864) 335-4200
Coral
Note: 2025 Valentine’s Day offers have not been posted yet.
Refined seafood and thoughtful presentation in a space that feels both modern and intimate.
654 S Main St, Greenville, SC
(864) 619-0017
Soby’s New South Cuisine
Note: 2025 Valentine’s Day offers have not been posted yet.
A Greenville institution where Southern flavors meet candlelit charm — familiar, comforting, and special all at once.
207 S Main St, Greenville, SC
(864) 232-7007
is a beloved Greenville spot known for its French-inspired dishes, warm hospitality, and intimate atmosphere — an easy choice for a Valentine’s dinner that feels thoughtful and quietly special.
2299-A Gap Creek Rd, Greer
(864) 417-4106
Galentine Options in Greenville, SC
Want to hang with your closest friends? Here are a couple more options perfect for that.
Live music, Wine, and chocolate. Can it get any better?
This relaxed class is perfect for a girls’ night out and focuses on bold colors, expressive brushwork, and enjoying the process.
Get a charcuterie Board and have a night in with your favorite movie.
Galentine's Dinner hosted by the Junior League
Gather your girls for a great dinner and support other women at the same time!
Galentine's Night out Hosted by Sun and Soil
Exclusive Girls night with shopping experience. Be sure to check out their other events
Five Romantic Places to Stay in Greenville, SC
Turn Valentine’s Day into a weekend — because romance often lives in the unhurried moments. Be sure to check airbnb and vrbo for other amazing stays.
Historic elegance in the heart of downtown, where mornings begin slowly and evenings feel polished.
120 S Main St, Greenville
(864) 421-9700
Located in downtowns Historic District, This adorable B&B is perfect for exploring the city. But if you want specific dates move fast. The offer 6 rooms to guests.
302 Pettigru St, Greenville
(864) 242-4529
Perfect country getaway with mountain views.
45 Winstons Chase Ct, Landrum
(864) 909-1575
Beautiful and Luxurious Lodge option Right on the Falls Park on the Reedy.
44 E Camperdown Way, Greenville
(864) 520-5300
Hotel Domestique (just north of Greenville)
For couples craving countryside calm — charming, slower, and touched with European-inspired simplicity.
10 Rd of Vines, Travelers Rest
(864) 635-4268
Why Greenville Feels Right on Valentine’s Day
There’s no pressure here to overdo it. Greenville invites couples to slow down, to notice the small details, to choose connection over spectacle. It’s the same reason so many couples are drawn to this region for life’s most meaningful celebrations — the balance of natural beauty, genuine warmth, and intentional hospitality.
At Willowcreek, just beyond the city’s rhythm, we see those moments unfold every season. The stillness before guests arrive. Light settling through the trees. A quiet overnight stay that turns into a weekend, a weekend that becomes a vision for something more. Whether it’s a future gathering, a wedding day, or simply time away together, these are the moments that linger.
Valentine’s Day, after all, is only a reminder — love doesn’t need to be loud to be lasting.
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