Have you picked out a gift for your valentine yet? If you need ideas, we’ve got you covered! Here’s how you can support local businesses while finding the perfect gift for your sweetheart.
For the Art Admirers
- Does your significant other love art? Find the perfect addition to their collection at J.Leon Gallery + Studio where you can see a variety of original pieces from regional and local artists.
- If you’re looking for something to do together, grab tickets to Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation’s Blue Dog + Bourbon at Bijoux on February 17th. You’ll get the chance to see George Rodrigue’s Blue Dog paintings like never before while enjoying bourbon tastings and culinary masterpieces.
For the Food Enthusiasts
- Are you and your sweetheart total foodies? We’ve got the perfect gift for you! The 3rd Annual Shrimp & Grits Festival on February 19th will be filled with great drinks, live music, and the classic southern dish of shrimp and grits! Have a day date or bring the whole family to this wonderful event that benefits the Boys and Girls Club of the Emerald Coast.
- If you’re looking for something a little more cheesy, the 4th Annual Mac & Cheese Festival is right for you! Restaurants far and wide will bring their best macaroni masterpieces to compete on March 6th (and you won’t want to miss all of that deliciousness).
For the Quality Time Lovers
- Is your love language quality time? Take your sweetheart on an adventure at Rock Out Climbing Gym! You’ll have a unique and memorable experience after rock climbing indoors together, trust us.
- Are you interested in something that will give you an adrenaline rush? Have a date night at Emerald Coast Indoor Shooting and Sports! If you can’t make it on Valentine’s Day, visit any Friday or Saturday for a great date night package.
- Want a vacation without the stress of travel? Plan a staycation at Newman Dailey Resort Properties or 30A Luxury RV Resort where you can relax and appreciate the time spent with your significant other.
For the Avid Shoppers
- Looking for a grand experience full of shopping? Grand Boulevard has your favorite national brands, local boutiques, and upscale specialty shops all in one place. Bring your significant other for a fun-filled day of shopping or find a special gift on your own at Grand Boulevard!
- Does your sweetheart deserve to be pampered? Avantgarde offers hair care, nail care, and more that would give your sweetheart a glow like never before. Plus, they have hair care items available for purchase that would make your significant other feel like they just came out of the salon every day.
For the Philanthropist
- Does your sweetheart always find a way to donate their time or money for a cause dear to their heart? Making a donation in their name may be the best gift you can give them. A few local charities dear to our hearts include Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation, Florida Audubon, Boys and Girls Club of the Emerald Coast, Emerald Coast Autism Center, Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance, Girl Power for Good Foundation, and Hope Medical Clinic.