2026 Valentines Day Date Ideas and Inspiration

Be honest. Are you planning Valentines Day because you’re wildly romantic… or because you do not want to end up panic buying a petrol station rose at 9:47pm?

Either way, you’re in the right place.

This is your mix and match menu of date ideas for couples, besties, situationships, and the single girls doing the most important relationship of all: the one with themselves. Because love is cute, but so is a night in where nobody asks you “so what are we?” 

Also, quick reminder that Valentines Day is not just for couples. 

What kind of Valentines vibe are you actually going for?

Pick your mood first, then build the plan around it.

1. Cosy and cute

2. Hot and flirty

3. Low effort but still thoughtful

4. Galentines and giggles

5. Solo self love and zero compromise

Tip: if you and your partner want totally different vibes, split the night into two halves. Dinner out, then home for the fun bit. Everyone wins.

Want a low effort date that still feels like a big deal?

1) The “dinner, but make it a theme” date

Choose a country, choose a meal, choose a playlist. That’s the whole plan.

• Italian: pasta, candles, Frank Sinatra, optional tiramisu

• Japanese: sushi, cosy socks, studio ghibli soundtrack

• Kiwi picnic: takeaways on a blanket, choc strawberries, stargazing

Make it spicier: each of you picks one “surprise element” for later (massage oil, a love note, a new playlist, or a self pleasure gift if that’s your vibe).

2) The “book a table, but add a twist” date

Go out, but do something slightly different after.

• Dessert crawl: share one dessert at three places

• Late night gelato and a walk

• Fancy cocktail, then home for a movie you actually want to watch

Do you want a date night that feels like a proper reset?

3) The bath, robe, and soft life date

This one is for stressed out couples, stressed out singles, and stressed out anyone.

• Bath or shower

• Fresh sheets

• Phone on do not disturb

• One thing that makes you feel hot (lingerie, boxers, your favourite set, whatever)

If you’re adding toys, keep it chill and fun. The goal is connection, not performance. 

4) The “make the bedroom a hotel” date

Transform your space in 15 minutes.

• Clear clutter

• Dim lighting

• Fresh water by the bed

• Clean towel nearby

• A “menu” of options (kiss, massage, shower together, toy play, or sleep). This takes pressure off and makes it feel playful.

Looking for Galentines ideas that are not just brunch?

Galentines is basically Valentines for friendships, usually celebrated on 13 February. 

5) The “girls night, but with intention” plan

• Potluck dinner where every dish is pink, red, or strawberry themed

• Make “vision boards” for love, confidence, and pleasure (yes, pleasure belongs on the board)

• Write each other hype notes and put them in envelopes to open later

6) The cheeky gift swap

Set a budget and pick a theme:

• “Self care, but slightly unhinged”

• “Things that make me feel confident”

• “Hot girl sleep kit”

You can include a voucher, a cute robe, or something from the sex toys for women category if that fits your group and everyone’s comfortable. The vibe is no shame, no pressure, and no making anyone feel weird about their choices. 

Single on Valentines Day? What if that’s the main character move?

Here’s your reminder that self pleasure is not a consolation prize. It’s a valid, joyful, stress melting ritual. 

7) The “date yourself like you mean it” plan

Pick 3 of these, no negotiating with anyone:

• Cook your favourite meal (or order it, you are the prize)

• Buy yourself flowers

• Romantic film marathon, but only the good ones

• Everything shower and fresh bedding

• A self pleasure session with zero rush

• Write a future you love letter

• Early night, because peace is sexy

Tiny upgrade: if you’re buying a toy as a self gift, think about the vibe you want, not what sounds impressive. Quiet, simple, gentle, intense, hands free, whatever you’re craving. 

Want a simple “pick your date” table?

Here’s a quick chooser you can screenshot.

Of course, if you want something a little bit spicier, make sure to check out our range of Vibrators for Valentine’s Day, especially Our new Limited-Edition Couples Box

Vibrators!