2026: Valentine’s Day Ideas in the Mother City

Lead photo credit: President Hotel via Facebook

Here in the Mother City, we love Love! And, as with every year, this Valentine’s 2026, there are plenty of swoon-worthy events to ensure you and your lover (or loved ones) have a truly special, “loved-up” day together. Better still, V-Day falls on a Saturday this year, making it far more travel-friendly for most couples and families.

Without further ado, here are some 2026 Valentine’s Day ideas to enjoy in the Mother City!

Romantic Dinner and Film at The President Hotel

Photo credit: President Hotel via Facebook

Each year, The President Hotel in beautiful Bantry Bay makes a special point of organising a fun Valentine’s event and this year’s dinner and movie experience is no different.

After a romantic, sunset dinner, watch the endearing film About Time, which commences at 8.30 pm in a chilled, outdoor setting. It’s a unique silent, open-air cinema experience that is sure to bring good dining, a scenic setting and a cute movie together for the perfect date!

The curated, multi-course meal is sure to offer a fine feast too, with highlights like cured salmon, beef fillet or tasty movie box treats.

Wireless headphones and loungers will be supplied, although you can also upgrade to a VIP experience and enjoy premium seating and some good bubbly too.

The experience, excluding the R195 extra VIP upgrade, is priced at R895 per person. Dinner starts at 6pm, while the movie screening begins at 8.30pm, as mentioned previously.

Advance booking is essential. To book, please email bookings@presidenthotel.co.za or call +27 (021) 434 8111.

For more info, please visit their FB page.

Romantic Picnic and Music in the Stellenbosch Winelands

Photo credit: Spier Wine Farm via Facebook

If a Winelands treat is more your style, then why not visit the family-friendly Spier Wine Farm on Valentine’s, as they host a memorable night of picnicking and music?

With singer-songwriter, Giuilette Price bringing the romantic vibes, you can enjoy a relaxing evening under the stars while you tuck into a tasty picnic basket and enjoy a glass or two of your complimentary Spier Cap Classique Brut Rose bottle.

This event kicks off at 6.30pm and advance bookings are essential. The price is R1200 per couple; this includes your food, seating, bubbles and of course, the musical entertainment. To book, please visit Dineplan.

Afternoon Tea at the Cape Grace Hotel

Photo credit: Cape Grace Hotel via Facebook

If you wish for something on the classically elegant side, then the Cape Grace Hotel’s dreamy afternoon tea for two couldn’t be more perfect.

With picture-perfect views in a beautiful setting, this love-inspired afternoon tea is best shared with your lover or loved one. It costs R650 per person and will be available from 12-15 February 2026 (so you can enjoy a pre- or post-Valentine’s treat, especially if you wish to dodge the crowds a bit)!

Advance booking is essential. To book, please visit Dineplan.

Savour Summer’s End with dk villas

To truly cap off a gorgeous end to summer and/or to spoil your significant other this February, why not book a romantic getaway with DK Villas during the Month of Love?

We have three beautifully furnished, stylish Hout Bay apartments, suitable for either couples or families to enjoy.

And, although our accommodation may be self-catering, it offers a distinctly luxurious touch!

What’s more, we are well-situated in Hout Bay, one of Cape Town’s hottest destinations, meaning our apartments are an ideal place for you to explore the coast or even the CBD from.

Each of our self-catering options offers top-of-the-range appliances, tasteful decor and furniture, scenic views (of either ocean or mountain), 24-hour security and even complimentary, secure parking.

So go on, book a soothing stay with us this February and make the whole month feel like one big, lasting romantic gesture!

For more information or to book, please visit our full website: www.dkvillas.co.za.