Valentine's Day Date Ideas

Jan 20, 2026

It’s time to start planning your Valentine’s Day with your special someone!

Check out these fun date ideas in Stark County and choose your own adventure with your Valentine.

For Couples With a Sweet Tooth...

  • Pav’s Creamery | Enjoy a dessert at Pav’s Creamery in North Canton. This classic sweet shop is a fantastic date for Valentine’s Day. Try one of the ‘Adult Shakes’ for a delicious, boozy beverage!
  • Peace, Love, Little Donuts | For a fun breakfast date, swing by Peace, Love, and Little Donuts to try something new and fun with your Valentine. Try some of the dozens of flavors this shop offers and enjoy an exciting start to Valentine’s Day!
  • Taggarts Ice Cream | Celebrating 100 years this year, stop into this Canton establishment for a taste of nostalgia! With cake parfaits, sundaes, twisters, and the Bittner, you are sure to find something that satisfies you and your special someone's sweet tooth.

For Couples Who Love Wine…

  • Cherry Road Winery | Less than two miles west of Massillon is an established winery with award winning wines! Get tickets to their Valentine's Day Island Party and make this Valentine's Day one your partner will never forget!
  • Gervasi Vineyard | Of course, Gervasi is a go-to for a romantic evening in Stark County. If you’ve never experienced this winery, you and your Valentine must stop by to enjoy a glass of wine, Happy Hour specials, and delicious desserts at The Crush House.
  • Maize Valley Winery & Craft Brewery | If you’ve never been to Maize Valley Winery and Craft Brewery, Valentine’s Day could be the perfect night to visit. Split a cheese plate and order a bottle of Winter Wine to enjoy the calm atmosphere here. You can also get a bottle of wine for your next date night during your stop at Maize Valley!

For Couples That Love the Arts...

  • Canton Museum of Art | Known as one of Ohio's premier museums for an exceptional visual arts experience, you and your loved one are sure to enjoy these powerful exhibitions! On display now is Shattered Glass: The Woman Who Elevated American Art.
  • Massillon Museum | Galleries filled with innovative exhibits of both art and history will provide a lot for you and your special someone to enjoy. As a bonus, you can save money because every visit is free!

For Couples Who Love Outdoor Adventure...

  • Beech Creek Botanical Gardens | At Beech Creek Gardens you will find a multitude of ways to enjoy the outdoors! Head to Alliance for this outdoor wonder and stroll through with your date for a special winter walk.
  • Ice Skating | With several locations in Stark County, nothing is as romantic as Ice Skating in the winter air! Head to Downtown Canton in the open plaza beside the Stark County Courthouse, ice skating enthusiasts and beginners are invited to skate at the Hall of Fame City Ice Rink in the beauty of Downtown. Admission to skate is $4 and if needed, skate rental is $3.
  • Winter Hike | Head over to Canal Fulton to take a hike on the Towpath Trail if you have time before sunset. From Lock 4 Park, you and your Valentine can hike North or South as long as you like before turning around to head back to your car. Make sure to dress in warm layers if you embark on this journey!

For Couples Who Want to Avoid the Cold...

  • K1 Speed Canton | Stay indoors and seek the thrill of go kart racing for a little friendly competition. Book your reservations now and feel the speed!
  • Krackpots Comedy Club | In Downtown Massillon you and your Valentine can laugh the night away with a comedy show date night! Get tickets and enjoy great comedy, a full service bar, and delicious food at Krackpots Comedy Club!
  • Sky Zone Belden Village | Unleash your inner child and plan your special date at Sky Zone Belden Village. Experience pure joy of jumping, flipping, and more!

For Couples Who Love to Create Something Special Together...

  • Boomdyada | Schedule a private workshop just for you and your lover, to make succulents in a teacup. It's the perfect way to think about each other throughout the day, once you place it on your desk, in your room, or really wherever with this low maintenance plant.
  • Hot Pots Pottery | Unleash your creativity at Hot Pots where you can choose from pottery painting, canvas painting, candle making, glass fusion, & mosaics. There are projects for any level or any budget!
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Willis Brienza

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Willis Brienza

Creative Coordinator

Willis Brienza is the Creative Coordinator for Visit Canton. He enjoys movies, music, sports, and spending time with friends and family! Willis resides in Alliance with his fiance, Rosie, and their two dogs! Have an update or comment about the blog? Reach out at willisb@visitcanton.com.
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