Few places on Earth are as romantic as Cape Cod, so it makes sense that the region is a hit with couples on Valentine’s Day. Booking a vacation rental during the region’s quiet period makes it easier to explore the sights without the crowds, and you’ll still find plenty to see and do when visiting in the winter.
Some venues on the Cape have special Valentine’s Day events you can attend. At the same time, other establishments are romantic year-round, so there’s no need to change anything in anticipation of February 14. There are things to do on the weekends before and after Valentine’s Day, too, giving you plenty of opportunities to get out and enjoy.
Book your vacation rental early to ensure you don’t miss out on any of these Valentine’s Day 2023 events on Cape Cod.
Visit Cape Cod Beer
Cape Cod Beer in Hyannis is popular with locals because of its rotating seasonal taps, on-site food truck, and lively atmosphere. The venue hosts plenty of events throughout the year, including a few before and after Valentine’s Day.
Saturday, February 11, will feature a guided brewery tour and free live music from Total Strangers featuring special guest Dan Felix. There will also be more live music the following afternoon and a brunch special that runs all day.
The brewery is hosting its Galentine’s Paint Night on February 13, which allows you and your significant other to grab a pint and paint a masterpiece with a professional artist guiding you step by step. Tickets are $45 and include your first drink.
Even those who don’t love beer will have a blast at Cape Cod Beer. Have a look at their calendar to determine the event best fits your Valentine’s plans.
Enjoy a Fancy Dinner
Those looking to enjoy a meal out on Valentine’s Day will have multiple options around the Cape. Italian restaurant Siena enjoys a convenient location in Mashpee Commons and a wonderful menu, while Chatham’s Cuvée offers one of Cape Cod’s premier fine dining experiences.
The Cultural Center of Cape Cod is hosting a Valentine’s Day dinner, as well, on February 14. This event will feature a meal created by Chef Joseph Cizynski, including lobster salad, crab, shrimp, foie-gras-filled veal, and Swiss chard. The dinner is a bargain at $95 per person, especially since you’ll receive a complimentary glass of champagne and you can BYOB.
Other restaurants will likely release special Valentine’s Day menus as we approach the big day, so search the establishments close to your vacation rental to see what you can find.
Go to the Theater
Anyone who fancies the theater is in luck because the Academy Playhouse has performances on the weekends before and after Valentine’s Day. Tennessee Williams’ iconic A Streetcar Named Desire is running through most of February, giving Cape Cod visitors the opportunity to check out a play during their time here.
The theater is open on February 11, 12, 16, 17, and 18, so you can select the showing that best fits into your schedule. Tickets are $35 for adults and $25 for those under 16.
The Cape Symphony also has something for you the weekend before Valentine’s Day with The Roaring ’20s. This concert will feature musical stylings made famous in early Hollywood films starring Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton while taking a deep dive into the culture of the era. Performances will take place on February 11 and 12, and tickets cost between $32 and $72, depending on the location of your seats.
There’s nothing more romantic than a night at the theater, and Cape Cod has you covered this Valentine’s Day weekend.
Take a Tour
One of the best things about visiting the Cape is its history, and an event in Falmouth on Valentine’s Day week lets you learn some local love stories from the past. Winter Walk: From Falmouth with Love will connect you with some of Cape Cod’s most famous historical couples, telling their love stories as you wander downtown Falmouth.
The event finishes at a local restaurant, where you’ll receive a free appetizer, as well. Tickets are $20, and the event runs on February 11 and 18 at 10:00 AM.
Watch a Movie
Sure, you can catch a movie anywhere, but have you ever seen one at a venue like the Chatham Orpheum Theater? This historic movie house opened in 1916 during the days of silent film. While the theater closed in the 1980s, its reopening in 2013 was met with glee because of its iconic presence on the Cape.
Today, the theater delivers new releases, classic films, and independent local pictures, so you’ll have various options during your time here. Check out what they’re showing on Valentine’s Day as the evening draws near to see if it matches your vision for the night.
Book Early to Avoid Disappointment
Valentine’s Day isn’t necessarily a busy time on Cape Cod, but that’s what makes it so special. Here, you can enjoy an intimate dinner or a world-class concert or play in a small theater without fighting the crowds before retiring to your vacation rental for the evening.
Choosing the Cape as your winter getaway destination puts all these events and amenities at your fingertips while helping you avoid the busyness you might encounter in a large city. Cape Cod provides the best of both worlds, so book early to ensure there’s availability in your desired location.
