Valentine's Day will be here before we know it, and if you're looking a some fun ways to celebrate in Bismarck-Mandan, we have some ideas for you. We've been scouring the internet and talking to local businesses to find out what events will be happening on Valentine's Day, and leading up to it. Take a look at what we found.

Valentine's Day "All you need is Kickboxing"

That's right, you can kick and punch your way through Valentine's day to benefit the Abused Adult Resource Center. According to the Facebook event page, it is a 50-minute class with a mix of kickboxing combos, feel-good movement, and encouragement. There will be prizes given away, and don't worry, you don't need any kickboxing experience. The event takes place on Saturday, February 14th at 216 N 2nd street from 9 to 10 am. Sign up is required at mindandbodyboxing.com.

Valentine's Day Make & Take: Love Gnome

This event will take place at the Gateway Mall, outside of 3andMe Coffee Shop. You can make your very own Love Gnome to take home, or gift to someone special on Valentine’s Day. This event takes place on Valentine's day between 10 am and 12 pm.

Galentine's Day Vendor Show @ The Gateway Mall

If you love a little shopping, and need a little time with the girls, you might want to stop out at this first ever Galentine's event at the Gateway Mall. It will run for three days:
Friday 2/6 10am-4pm
Saturday 2/7 10am-4pm
Sunday 2/8 12pm-4pm
There will be giveaways, workshops and baked goods. For more details, check out the event page or contact Rachael, from 3andMe Coffee at 701-425-3163.

Valentine's Day Buffet & Band at Bismarck Elks

If you're want delicious food and live music on your Valentine's Day, you might want to take your sweetheart to this. The Elks is having a buffet service in the dining room, that includes a 10 oz prime rib, shrimp scampi, chicken alfredo pasta, au gratin potato with bacon, roasted asparagus & mushrooms, house salad, mixed fruit, garlic toast & pate, and Oreo cheesecake dessert. $45/person or $80/couple This event is first come, first serve and is open to all ages. 5:30 to 9 pm.
Big Al’s Band will be playing on the lodge floor from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.

2nd Annual Valentine's Day Lap Dance Workshop

Want to do something a little spicy this Valentine's Day? Jez-Mir-Izing is doing a workshop for all skill level to boost your sensuality and your confidence in a nurturing atmosphere. You can dress to impress too! This event takes place on Wednesday, February 11th from 7:20 to 8:50 pm at 200 W Bowen Ave. Go to the event page to reserve your tickets.

Valentine's Tattoo Flash

Want to do something adventurous and leave with something that will last a lifetime? You and your sweetheart can get matching tattoos! This Valentine's Day, Inknetic is doing a flash tattoo event from 9 am to 6 pm. Check out the details on the business' event page.

Valentine's Day Couple Golf Scramble

Do you and your sweetheart share a love for a good golf game? Well, we couldn't help but notice, that there is a Valentine's Day couples golf scramble taking place this Valentine's Day with Golf Etc. To check out pricing and tee times, visit the event page. 

Valentine's Day Floral Workshop - Bogie Blooms

Nothing screams Valentine's Day like a bouquet of flowers. This is something you can do with your sweetheart or your gal pal. There will be snacks, drinks, a photo booth, a gift basket and bouquet making with Shari from Bogie’s Blooms. This event is hosted by Soul Haven studio at 209 West Main St in Bismarck. Check out the event page for more details.

Valentine's Day Tarot Event

Want to know your romantic future? Handled Healing is doing Valentine's-themed tarot readings that can help you explore romantic connections, love blocks, self-love readings and more. "Love readings" will be open on Friday, Feb 13 from 2 to 6 pm and Saturday, Feb 14th 11 am to 6 pm. For more info, check out the event page. 
There you have it; those are just some of the many things happening around Bismarck-Mandan this Valentine's Day. Get out there and have some fun celebrating love and romance!

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