Valentine’s Day is filled with opportunities to spread love and kindness to all the people in your lives. Mother Son Nights or Daddy Daughter Dances are special evenings with your littlest sweethearts. We even spy a few family dances in our list, too. You’ll dine, you’ll dance, and you’ll have the time of your lives. We’ve also gathered Valentine’s events and to-go craft kits for extra ways to celebrate before the big day.
P.S.: Looking for Valentine’s ideas of the romantic kind? Check out Megan’s amazing list of 100+ Date Night Ideas!
2026 Valentine Events and Parent-Child Dates and Dances
Dance the night away, stop by the photo booth, enjoy sweet treats, and so much more at these fun-filled events for everyone in your family. Registration is required for nearly all of these events, so check the details now before the deadline is here.
Daddy-Daughter, Mother-Son, and Parent-Child Dances and Events in the West Suburbs
Grandma and Me Snowflake Tea (Darien Park District Community Center, Darien)
January 10, 2026 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Grandmas and their grandchildren are invited to a special Snowflake Tea featuring snacks, tea, and a shared craft activity for a fun morning together.
Denim and Diamonds Dance (Charles R. Beggs Activity Center, Winfield)
January 23, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Enjoy a western themed night of dancing and fun.
Mommy Son Date Night (Clarendon Hills Park District Community Center, Clarendon Hills)
January 23, 2026 | 6:00pm – 7:15pm
Face off at this NERF night.
Grandparent and Me Winter Tea (Maryknoll Park, Glen Ellyn)
January 24, 2026 | 10:00am – 11:15am
Enjoy snacks, crafts and more.
Ultimate Princess Party (Darien Park District Community Center, Darien)
January 30, 2026 | 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Little princesses are invited to a magical evening featuring crafts, sweet treats, and dancing with royal princesses.
Daddy-Daughter Date Night (Clarendon Hills Park District Community Center, Clarendon Hills)
February 6, 2026 | 6:00pm – 7:15pm
Marvel at this Parisian night filled with treats and dancing.
Daughter Date Night (The CORE, Lemont)
February 6, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Join the K-pop fun with crafts, dancing, and more.
Little Sweetheart Dance (Western Springs)
February 6, 2026 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Dads and daughters, moms and sons—or even grandparents and uncles—are all welcome to enjoy an afternoon of dancing and refreshments together.
Sock Hop Family Dinner & Dance (Warrenville)
February 6, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Enjoy dinner together, then twist, jive, and stroll to classic hits from the 1950s and ’60s.
Catch A Wave: A Hawaiian-Themed Dance (Burr Ridge)
February 6, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Dads, grandpas, uncles, and other special guests are invited to bring their girls for a tropical-themed evening filled with music and more.
Daughters Dance (St. Andrews Golf and Country Club, West Chicago)
February 6 and 7, 2026 | 6:30pm – 9:30pm
A fairy-tale evening hosted by the Carol Stream Park District featuring dancing, princess appearances, a DJ, magical photo ops, and a plated dinner.
Daddy-Daughter Date Night (Butterfield Park District Rec Center, Lombard)
February 6, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Dance the night away at this night just for dads and daughters.
Ties and Tiaras (Rotolo Middle School, Batavia)
February 6, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm
A dress-up family event for children ages 3–12 and their adults, featuring music, dancing, a photo booth, and desserts.
Enchanted Evening (Abbington Banquets, Glen Ellyn)
February 6, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Formerly the Daddy Daughter Dance, the event now welcomes all important adults and children.
Daddy Dinner Dance (Oswego)
February 6, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:00pm
February 7, 2026| 4:00pm – 7:30pm
Register in advance for one of three sessions offered. These celebrations include dancing, dinner, and more.
Daddies, Dance, and Doughnuts (Oswego)
February 7, 2026 | 9:00am – 1:00pm
Join the fun at this event especially for girls 2-5 years old.
Bows and Beards (Proksa Park, Berwyn)
February 7, 2026 | 10:00am – 11:30am
Join this one-day workshop for a fun morning of braids, bows, and snacks.
Pops and Lollies Date Night (River Bend Golf Club, Lisle)
February 7, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Enjoy a Western-themed night of dancing, treats, games, and more.
Sweethearts Family Dance (ARC Center, West Chicago)
February 7, 2026 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Families are invited to dress up and enjoy an evening of music, games, and sweet treats together.
Daddy Daughter Date Night (Community Park District of La Grange Park, La Grange Park)
February 13, 2026 | 5:00pm – 8:30pm
Enter the fairyland fun with dancing, dinner, and more.
Sweetheart Dance (Aurora)
February 13, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Enjoy a semi-formal parent-and-child dance with music, dancing, refreshments, and more.
Sweetheart Dance (Kies Recreation Center, Elmhurst)
February 13, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Families can enjoy snacks, desserts, games, crafts, dancing with a DJ, and a photo booth.
Let’s “Glow” Crazy Valentine’s Dance Party! (Cheney Mansion, Oak Park)
February 13, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm
A family-friendly Valentine’s dance party at Cheney Mansion with music, dancing, games, and more.
Parent Child Valentine’s Dance (Berkeley)
February 13, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Enjoy a family-friendly Valentine’s Day evening with music, dancing, crafts, pizza, and quality time together.
Daughter Date Night (Geneva High School Gymnasium, Geneva)
February 15, 2026 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Enjoy a memorable night with treats, dancing, and more.
Bowties and Tiaras (Arrowhead Golf Club, Wheaton)
February 20, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Enjoy an evening of music, dancing, and a sundae bar.
Mother Son Super Night Out (Oswego)
February 20, 2026 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Enjoy a super night of dancing, dinner, and more.
Lite Up the Nite (Warrenville)
February 27, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Enjoy a glowing family night with blacklight games, neon crafts, and more.
Nerf Battle with Mom (Liberty Cultural Center, Berwyn)
February 27, 2026 | 6:00pm – 7:45pm
Join this Mother-Son Nerf Night for an exciting battle in the gym.
Daddy Daughter Dance (St. Charles)
February 27 and 28, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Enjoy a glamorous night of dancing, entertainment, and refreshments.
Daddy Daughter Dance and Tall & Small Dance (York Center Park District, Lombard)
February 27 and 28, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Friday features a retro-themed Daddy Daughter Dance with decade-inspired activities, crafts, makeovers, and disco dancing, while Saturday offers a Tall & Small Dance open to any child with any adult chaperone.
Camp Fun with Your Son (The CORE, Lemont)
March 6, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Bring the outdoor fun inside at this night for sons.
Fun With Your Son Night (Geneva High School Gymnasium, Geneva)
March 7, 2026 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Enjoy a memorable night with treats, dancing, and more.
Lads and Ladies Date Night (River Bend Golf Club, Lisle)
March 7, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Enjoy a Western-themed night of dancing, treats, games, and more.
Mother Son Superhero Night (La Grange Park)
March 13, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Celebrate a super night with dinner, dancing, and more.
Groovin’ with My Grown-Up (Woodridge)
March 20, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Dance the night away at this fun family-friendly event.
Parent Child Family Dance (La Grange)
April 20, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Enjoy a spring dance with your little one featuring music, games, food, crafts, and a keepsake photo.
Daddy-Daughter, Mother-Son, and Parent-Child Dances and Events in the Northwest Suburbs
Daddy Daughter Dance (Inverness)
January 23, 2026 | 7:00pm – 9:00pm
An evening of dancing, snacks, and quality time with your special girl.
Sweetheart Ball: Mother/Son (Salt Creek Park District, Palatine)
February 6, 2026 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Enjoy a magical evening for parents and children with dinner, dessert, games, and more.
Daddy Daughter Dance (Hoffman Estates)
February 6, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Enjoy an evening under the stars with your daughter, featuring dinner, dessert, games, and more.
Flappers & Dappers Daddy Daughter Dance (Roselle)
February 6, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Dads and daughters can enjoy a Roaring Twenties-themed evening with music, dancing, dinner, photo ops, and optional flapper accessories.
Family Valentine’s Dance (Rob Roy Golf Course, Prospect Heights)
February 6, 2026 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Enjoy a family-friendly Valentine’s dance with music, activities, crafts, snacks, and refreshments for all ages.
Royal Ball (Centennial Activity Center, Park Ridge)
February 6, 2026 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Enjoy a night fit for royalty, including dancing, dinner, and games.
Father Daughter Dance (Rosemont Senior Center, Rosemont)
February 6, 2026 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Enjoy a night of family-friendly fun.
Evening in Hollywood Father Daughter Dance (Rolling Meadows)
February 6, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Enjoy a Hollywood-themed Father-Daughter Dance with music, dancing, games, refreshments, and glam photo opportunities.
My Little Sweetheart Dance (Morton Grove Civic Center, Morton Grove)
February 6, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Enjoy a memorable evening with your child featuring dinner, dancing, music from a DJ, and fun games and contests.
Sweetheart Dances (Glendale Heights)
February 6, 2026 | 7:00pm – 9:00pm
February 7, 2026 | 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Celebrate at the Mother-Son and Daddy-Daughter Sweetheart Dances with dinner, dancing, photos, prizes, and more.
Lil’ Ravers Disco Dance Party (Arlington Lakes Golf Club, Arlington Heights)
February 7, 2026 | 10:30am – 12:00pm
Dance the morning away at this special event for toddlers.
Sweetheart Tea (Banta House, Arlington Heights)
February 7, 2026 | 12:30pm – 2:00pm
Enjoy a relaxed afternoon with tea, light refreshments, and fun.
Sweetheart Ball: Daddy/Daughter (Salt Creek Park District, Palatine)
February 7, 2026 | 4:30pm – 9:00pm
Enjoy a magical evening for parents and children with dinner, dessert, games, and more.
Sweetheart Ball (White Pines Golf Club, Bensenville)
February 7, 2026 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Enjoy dinner, music, dancing, games, and a sweets table at this annual event.
Date Night (Birchwood Recreation Center, Palatine)
February 12, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Kids and their favorite adults can enjoy a Valentine-themed night of dancing, ice cream, crafts, and more.
Sweetheart Dance (Pavilion Community Center, Elk Grove Village)
February 13, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Enjoy a night on the town with your littlest sweetheart.
Daddy Daughter Dance Through The Decades (Medinah Shriners Center, Addison)
February 20, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Hosted by the Bloomingdale Park District, enjoy dancing to a DJ, a grand dinner, and treats like manicures and more.
Little Sweetheart Dance (Hanover Park)
February 21, 2026 | 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Join a night of fun with dancing, crafts, and more.
Wicked-Themed Daddy Daughter Dance (Community Recreation Center, Schaumburg)
February 21, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Celebrate a magical Wicked-themed evening with music, dancing, treats, and surprises.
Mother Son Night Out (Franklin Park)
February 21, 2026 | 6:10pm – 8:10pm
Enjoy a fun night at the Ice Arena with pizza, drinks, skating, music, and more.
Royal Ball (Lakeview Center, Des Plaines)
February 21, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Enjoy a royal-themed evening of music, dancing, games, and more.
Superhero and Princess Party (Buffalo Grove Community Arts Center, Buffalo Grove)
February 27, 2026 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Bring the family to meet superheroes and princesses, take photos, enjoy games with prizes, and more.
Daddy Daughter ‘Country Western Hoedown’ Date Night (Connolly Recreation Center, Medinah)
February 27, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Enjoy a Western-themed night featuring catered food and desserts, a live DJ, and more fun.
Daddy Daughter Dance (Franklin Park)
February 28, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Enjoy dinner, flowers, photo ops, and more at this magical night.
TGIF Family Dance Party (Arlington Heights)
March 6, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Enjoy a 90’s-themed Family Dance Party with music, games, dancing, snacks, and more.
Mom & Son Western Activity Night (Hoffman Estates)
March 7, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Enjoy a Western-themed evening with games, activities, line dancing, and more.
Superhero Party (Prairie View Community Center, Morton Grove)
March 8, 2026 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Kids are invited to meet Spider-Man and Wonder Woman, take photos, enjoy games, snacks, and superhero training.
Mother Son Superhero Night (Rolling Meadows Community Center, Rolling Meadows)
March 13, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Mothers and sons can enjoy a superhero-themed night with costumes, games, dancing, a DJ, and treats.
Game On! Mother Son Dance (Community Recreation Center, Schaumburg)
March 14, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Enjoy a gamer-themed night of dancing, music, snacks, and interactive fun.
Mother Son Speakeasy Soiree (Roselle)
April 24, 2026 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Mothers and sons can enjoy a Roaring Twenties-themed evening with jazz, dancing, dinner, photo ops, and more.
Mother Son Fun Night – Sports Edition (Medinah)
May 8, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Enjoy a high-energy night featuring catered food, a live DJ, and more.
2026 Family-Friendly Valentine’s Day Events
Craft for a Cause: Valentine’s Cards (Barrington Area Library, Barrington)
January 21, 2026 | 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Create cards for children at Lurie’s Children’s Hospital.
Valentines for Loved Ones (Oswego Public Library-Montgomery Branch, Montgomery)
January 31, 2026 | 10:00am – 4:00pm
February 1, 2026 | 12:00pm – 3:00pm
Visit the library to make a special card. While supplies last.
Valentine’s Day Craft (Schaumburg Township District Library, Schaumburg)
February 2, 2026 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Stop by to create a Valentine’s Day craft to share with someone special, while supplies last.
Sweet and Treats (Darien)
February 4, 2026 | 4:30pm – 6:00pm
All little bakers will have their own home treats they made. There will also be crafts included in registration.
Valentine’s Family BINGO (Wheeling)
February 6, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Register in advance for Valentine’s BINGO and treats.
“Taylor” Made Valentines (The Art Studio, Mount Prospect)
February 7, 2026 | 9:30am – 12:00pm
A Taylor Swift–themed Valentine’s Day workshop to craft colorful valentines, make conversation hearts and friendship bracelets inspired by Taylor’s eras.
Victorian Valentines (DuPage County Historical Museum, Wheaton)
February 7 and 8, 2026 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm
$3 suggested donation but registration is required. Create your own Victorian-style valentines in a fun, afternoon workshop using treasured keepsakes, incorporating feathers, beads, and bits of fabric. The Museum also offers Victorian Valentines Craft Pick Up if you’d prefer to do them on your own time at home for a $15 fee.
A Little Pizza My Heart (Community Recreation Center, Wheeling)
February 8, 2026 | 11:00am – 1:00pm
Kids can enjoy making heart-shaped pizzas, decorating cookies, and more. Registration required.
Victorian Valentine Tea Party (Pleasant Home, Oak Park)
February 8, 2026 | 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Experience a Victorian-era tea party with treats, teas, games, and crafts for children and their adult caregivers, ages 4 and up.
Valentine’s Party with the Animals (Park Ridge)
February 9 and 10, 2026 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Visit the Wildwood Nature Center for loving activities with the animals. Register in advance.
Valentine’s Creations (Rolling Meadows Library, Rolling Meadows)
February 10, 2026 | 4:00pm – 4:45pm
The Rolling Meadows Library is hosting a special Valentine’s Day crafting session.
Valentine’s Day STEAM (Warrenville Public Library, Warrenville)
February 10, 2026 | 4:30pm – 5:15pm
Explore STEAM topics with a Valentines twist. Register in advance.
Valentines Day Storytime & Craft (Palatine Public Library, Palatine)
February 10 and 13, 2026 | 10:00am – 10:30am
February 12, 2026 | 6:30pm – 7:00pm
Sign up in advance for a crafting session for ages 2-6.
Valentine’s Day Sensory Playtime (Brookfield Public Library, Brookfield)
February 11, 2026 | 11:00am – 12:00pm
Enjoy heart- and candy-themed sensory activities celebrating friendship.
Crafternoon: 3D Love Bug (Hoffman Estates Branch and Hanover Park Branch, Schaumburg Township District Library)
February 11, 2026 | 3:30pm – 4:15pm
Create a 3D butterfly Valentine at either library. While supplies last.
DIY Valentines (Wheaton Public Library, Wheaton)
February 11, 2026 | 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Visit the library to make your own valentines.
Valentines for Seniors (Hinsdale Public Library, Hinsdale)
February 11, 2026 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Stop by the library to make cards for seniors.
Family Craft Night: Macrame Hearts (Santori Library, Aurora)
February 11, 2026 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Create a macrame heart for yourself or someone you love.
Hugs and Hearts Storytime (Brookfield Public Library, Brookfield)
February 12, 2026 | 10:30am – 11:00am
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with stories, sing-alongs, and themed treats for little ones.
Valentine Cake Decorating (Prairie View Community Center, Morton Grove)
February 12, 2026 | 6:00pm – 6:45pm
Decorate a heart-shaped Valentine’s Day cake. Registration is required.
Cupid’s Cuties Dance Party (Brookfield Public Library, Brookfield)
February 13, 2026 | 10:00am – 10:30am
A Valentine’s Day music and movement party for babies and toddlers, full of heart-shaped fun, dancing, and family-friendly activities.
Lovely Valentines (Poplar Creek Public Library, Streamwood)
February 13, 2026 | 11:00am – 11:30am
Make Valentines at the library.
Happy Hearts (St. Charles Public Library, St. Charles)
February 13, 2026 | 10:00am – 12:00pm
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with creative play and motor skill exercises. Drop in anytime.
Valentine’s Bingo (Riverside Public Library, Riverside)
February 13, 2026 | 11:00am – 11:30am
Join BINGO fun at the library. No registration required.
Be Mine Bash (Clauss Recreation Center, Roselle)
February 13, 2026 | 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Join the Valentine’s Day fun just for preschoolers.
Valentine’s Day Storytime (Elmwood Park Public Library, Elmwood Park)
February 14, 2026 | 10:30am – 11:00am
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with festive fun. Registration required.
Valentine’s Bash (Park Ridge)
February 14, 2026 | 12:15pm – 1:15pm
Splash around at Centennial Fitness Center Pool with Valentine’s activities and giveaways. Register in advance.
Cupid’s Creation Station (Wood Dale Public Library, Wood Dale)
February 14, 2026 | 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Create unique Valentine’s Day projects using a variety of materials in a fun, creative crafting session.
Love Monster Storytime and Craft (Palatine Public Library – North Hoffman Branch)
February 16, 2026 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Enjoy a seasonal read-aloud and craft for all ages.
2026 Family-Friendly Valentine’s Day Craft Kits
Victorian Valentines Craft Pick Up (DuPage County Historical Museum, Wheaton)
The museum offers two workshops in February (see details above). If you’d prefer to do them on your own time at home, kits can be picked up from January 9 to February 13, 2026 for a $15 fee.
Last Year’s Family-Friendly Valentine’s Day Events
These events happened in 2025, but as of January 8, haven’t announced their plans for 2026. Check their websites for the most up-to-date information.
- Under the Sea Sweetheart Dance (North Riverside)
- Hearts and Hugs Family Night (Oakbrook Terrace)
- Sweethearts Family Dance (Oak Brook)
- Ties and Tiara’s Daddy Daughter Dance (Addison)
- Daddy and Daughter Dance (Woodridge)
- Mom and Son Dance (Woodridge)
- Daughter Date Night Glow Dance (Bloomingdale)
- Love Bug Dance (DuPage Children’s Museum, Naperville)
More Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day
- Check out these great Kid and Parent Date Ideas! Create a day of fun activities for the whole family.
- Head outside! Try a new outdoor activity together. We have rounded up the best ice-skating rinks, snow tubing and tobagganing, the best sledding hills, and outdoor skiing and snowboarding locations.
- Treat your valentines to heart shaped pizzas from local eateries. Antonino’s Ristorante in La Grange has done them in the past, and we hope to see them return again in 2026. Where’s your favorite place to pick up a heart shaped pizza? Leave it in the comments below.
Our winter activities page has even more fun to keep your family warm this season.
