There is no shortage of romantic restaurants in the Montclair area that are perfect for a special occasion — like Valentine’s Day. But in case you’re hoping to skip the crowds, we have a list of date ideas for you. From special events at our favorite shops to year-round activities that make for a great date, there are so many ways to celebrate love right here in Montclair. Read on for a roundup of Valentine’s Day date ideas in Montclair, New Jersey.

Valentine’s Day Charcuterie Board from Butler + the Board | 103 Forest Street

For a cozy night at home, just add this Valentine’s Day Charcuterie Board from Butler and The Board. The board menu includes gourmet sausages, marinated cheeses, sliced meats, and more. There is also a meat or vegetarian option depending on everyone’s dietary restrictions. See the full menu here.

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Create Candles at Alchemy Scent Bar | 30 Church Street

Montclair’s favorite scent shop is home to custom-fragranced candles, home, and body products. If feeling crafty, couples can go out for a candle-making night. More details can be found here.

Create Gemstone-Infused Candles at Crystals + Candle | 195 Bellevue Avenue

Couples can look to Crystals + Candle in Montclair for a crafty (non-dinner) date. This Valentine’s Day class at Crystals + Candle is ongoing throughout January + February. Attendees can make their own gemstone candles to infuse with love. See the details here.

Couples Massage at Hand + Stone Montclair | 648 Bloomfield Avenue

For ultimate relaxation, head to Hand + Stone in Montclair. A one-hour couples massage is $95 per person, and there are a variety of enhancements to choose from on the spa menu like aromatherapy, a nourishing scalp massage, hot stone, and more.

Dance Class at Arthur Murray | 365 Bloomfield Avenue

Arthur Murray provides personalized dance lessons for couples, spanning all different styles from salsa and samba to foxtrot and waltz. An introductory lesson is $39, which allows couples to check out the studio, meet with an instructor, and learn some initial moves. For those who are really into it, consider picking up a recurring course for a regular date night activity.

Valentine’s Day Workshops at The Eclectic Chic Boutique | 547 Bloomfield Avenue

The Eclectic Chic Boutique will host multiple Valentine’s Day workshops that make a great alternative to dinner. Some of the workshops include a Wire Wrapped Crystal Heart Necklace Workshop on February 6th, a Valentine Cookie Decorating Workshop on February 9th, a Fairy Terrarium Making Workshop on February 13th, a Felt Heart Necklace-Making Workshop on February 15th, and a Stained Glass Suncatcher Making Workshop on February 16th. See the full calendar here.

Open Mic Night at Pineapple Express Barbecue | 1 Lackawanna Plaza

This local barbecue joint hosts an open mic night every other Wednesday. Pineapple Express is a great place to kick back for a casual dinner (we love the smoked brisket and buffalo cauliflower) and listen to some live music.

Painting Classes at Pinot’s Palette | 351 Bloomfield Avenue

Pinot’s Palette is hosting special nights with themed Valentine’s Day painting sessions, including the “Sweetheart Gnome” class and the “Starry Valentine Kiss” class. Events are BYOB, so grab some wine to get those creative juices flowing. See the full list of classes here.

Painting Class at Wine + Design | 1 Greenwood Avenue

Wine + Design has all kinds of painting classes. For this upcoming holiday of love, the business is hosting two different Valentine’s Day couples painting classes. See the event calendar here.

Permanent Jewelry at Forever Welded | 314 Bloomfield Avenue

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Forever Welded is New Jersey’s first-ever permanent jewelry store and sells various bracelets, necklaces, and rings in 14k Solid Gold, Gold Fill, and Sterling Silver. Couples can get matching engraved tag necklaces, engraved rings, and more.

Play a Round at Montclair Indoor Golf Club | 369 Bloomfield Avenue

For the sporty couple, this indoor golf simulator has 24/7 access every day of the year and features two simulator bays with both TrackMan4 and Trackman iO launch monitors.

Play a Round of Rom-Com trivia at Alto Rooftop | 690 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair

Competitive couples can taste their rom-com knowledge at this Valentine’s Day trivia night at Alto Rooftop. This takes place on February 16th from 1PM to 3PM and includes five rounds of trivia on all kinds of cult classics. Lovers can also expect a menu of brunch specials to munch on while they play. See more information about this free event here.

Pottery Class at Mud Clay Studio | 370 Bloomfield Avenue

For the crafty couple, this pottery studio has comprehensive courses and BYOB pottery wheel events. Some of the classes include hand-building + sculpture from life classes, wheel classes, and more. See upcoming classes here.

See a Comedy Show at Just Jake’s | 30 Park Street

Couples who enjoy laughter can join Just Jake’s, a local restaurant + bar in Montclair, for a Valentine’s Day-themed comedy night on February 13th from 7:30PM to 9:30PM. The line-up includes comedians like Karen Krents, Tim Rager, Suzanne Stein, No Filter Paul, Gina Dee, and Robert Field. See this Facebook post for more information about the event.

Stroll the Galleries of the Montclair Art Museum | 3 South Mountain Avenue

For the artsy couple, a walk around the Montclair Art Museum is the perfect date. In addition to exhibitions like Interwoven Power: Native Knowledge + Native Art and A Shared Love: Treasures of American Painting (1878-1919) from the Carol and Terry Wall Collection, there are also various classes to try — upcoming events include Wine + Wheel on February 7th, Woodcarving + Whittling on February 9th, and more.

See More: 15 Unique Valentine’s Day Date Ideas in the Hoboken + Jersey City Area

Tattoos + Shopping at Unlucky Rabbit | 123 Walnut Street

Unlucky Rabbit is a tattoo parlor and shop that carries a curated collection of oddities, art, prints, paintings, and taxidermy. If you’re looking for a unique date night option, this is the spot to go to.