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Celebrate Love: Your Ultimate Guide to Valentine’s Day Events in Houston

A candy heart dish filled with pink, white and red heart candies and a diamond ring from Zadok Jewelers in Houston, TX — Photo: Tim Ewasko | Photo Courtesy of Zadok Jewelers

If there’s one day of the year that practically screams “romance,” it’s Valentine’s Day, and in and around Houston, there are plenty of ways to celebrate. From decadent dining to fun activities, romantic getaways and more, we’ve put together a list of Valentine’s Day-themed events and specials courtesy of our fabulous Weddings in Houston partners.

From the Texas Hill Country to our beloved Houston, we’ve rounded up events to help you, your partner or your besties celebrate the day of love. Happy Valentine’s Day from our hearts to yours!

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Romantic Ballroom Wedding At The Post Oak Hotel At Uptown

A groom holds a bride underneath a brick arch surrounded by live greenery on their wedding day at St. Marks in Houston, Texas. — Photography: Joseph West Photography | Reception Venue: The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown

Julianna and Stephen’s love story began six years ago at the Heights White Linen Night in Houston and led to a romantic proposal at sunset on Jade mountain in St. Lucia.
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10 Fun + Festive Valentine’s Day Events + Date Ideas

A light purple and white table setting from Bering's in Houston, TX that is Valentine's Day themed. — Photo: Simply Saula | Tableware + Decor: Bering’s

Whether you’re celebrating Galentine’s or going out with a special someone this Valentine’s Day, expand your typical dinner date with some of these fun and entertaining Houston happenings and more. From romantic dinner specials to watercolor workshops, love is for sure to be in the air!
Keep scrolling and check out these 10 fun and festive Valentine’s Day events!

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Honeymoon in Houston: A Styled Shoot at The Post Oak Hotel

Man in blue blazer and brown loafers holding woman with ponytail, stiletto heels and ankle length dress in front of the Post Oak Hotel's pool and cabanas — Photo: Stephania Campos Photography | Venue: The The Post Oak Hotel | HMUA: Misty Rockwell Artistry

So, you’ve filled in all of your friends and family; you’re getting married! Now, you’re inevitably on the receiving end of everyone’s questions. “What is the wedding date?” “Do you have a wedding registry?” “What’s the dress code, and can I bring my kids?” “Where are you going for your honeymoon?”

Then you remember, oh yeah, the honeymoon! Planning a wedding and entertaining your guests will be exciting, but you’re definitely looking forward to the private celebration (and relaxation!) you and your soon-to-be spouse will enjoy in the days after you tie the knot.

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Celebrate Chic: A Luxury Wedding Editorial By Stephania Campos

halter bridal gown, bride, groom, luxury, wedding editorial, inspiration, stephania campos, helicopter, helicopter pad, post oak hotel, uptown, houston — Photo: Stephania Campos Photography | Venue: The Post Oak Hotel At Uptown Houston | Hair + Makeup: Misty Rockwell Artistry

Today we are celebrating all things chic about weddings…and what better way to celebrate it than with this luxury wedding editorial by Stephania Campos at The Post Oak Hotel, the only Texas Forbes Five-Star Hotel and Spa and Houston’s only AAA Five-Diamond destination.