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Valentine’s Weekend Fun in Greensboro, High Point & Jamestown

Family-friendly events happening Feb. 13–15

By Shavon Stewart, Publisher, Macaroni KID Greensboro, High Point & Jamestown February 12, 2026

Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be fancy to be fun. Whether you’re planning a sweet outing with the kids, a cute Galentine’s moment, or you’re hoping for a parent date night (yes please!), there are lots of local events happening this weekend.

💕 For Littles + Families (Cute, easy, daytime fun)

  • Pretend Play: Valentine’s Day Café (Free) – McNairy Branch Library (Fri, Feb 13, 10 AM–12 PM)
  • Family Storytime: Happy Valentine’s Day (Free) – Glenwood Branch Library (Sat, Feb 14, 10:30–11:15 AM)
  • Family Storytime (Free) – Jamestown Public Library (Sat, Feb 14, 10:30–11 AM)
  • Little Lovebugs Valentine’s Breakfast Tea ($35/child) – City in the House Play Café (Sat, Feb 14, 10 AM–12 PM)
  • Elsa & Anna’s Valentine’s Day Tea Party ($45/child) – City in the House Play Café (Sat, Feb 14, 1–3 PM)
  • Little Leapers Valentine Jump Party ($15/child) – Sky Zone Greensboro (Sat, Feb 14)

🎨 Valentine Crafts + Creative Nights

  • Masterpiece Fridays: Storytime & Artmaking ($8/adult + $8/child) – GreenHill Center for NC Art (Fri, Feb 13, 10 AM–12 PM)
  • Sensory-Friendly Valentine Craft: Lovebug Cards (Free) – High Point Museum (Sat, Feb 14, 10 AM–12 PM)
  • Valentine’s Pottery Night ($7/person) – Allen Jay Recreation Center (Fri, Feb 13, 6–8 PM)
  • Creative Kids’ Night Out ($40/child) – The Marshall Muse Gallery (Fri, Feb 13, 6–9 PM)
  • Kids Open Studio ($25/person) – Indigo Art (Sat, Feb 14, 12–1:30 PM)

💘 Date Night + Drop-Off Options (Parents, this is your sign)

  • Valentine’s Date Night at Mad Splatter (starts at $15) – Greensboro (Thu–Sun options listed)
  • Date Night Drop-Off at Create Me (Flexible Childcare) ($12/hr for 1 child; scaled rates) – Greensboro (Thu & Fri, 4–10 PM)
  • Parent’s Night Out at Market St. Playpark ($55/child + fee) – Greensboro (Fri, Feb 13, 6–10 PM)

💌 Bonus: Valentine’s + “Galentine’s” Shopping & Social

  • A Sweet Friendship: Galentine’s Gathering (Free) – Manna on Main, High Point (Sat, Feb 14, 10 AM–4 PM)
  • Valentine’s Event at Style Encore (Free admission) – Greensboro (Sat, Feb 14, 10 AM–8 PM)