2024 Valentine Gift Guide - Downtown Dayton

Page 1

Valentin󵁥

DOWNTOWN DAY TON

GIFT GUIDE 2024


For your valentine.

For local businesses. For downtown.

This Valentine’s Day, show your loved ones how much you love them with unique gifts and date ideas… And show your local, independent businesses some love by shopping small and spending downtown! Browse this gift guide for Valentine’s Day special gifts, dining and date plans, and promotions and specials.

For more ideas, visit

www.DowntownDayton.org


INDEX

CLICK ON IMAGE TO GO TO PAGE OR USE ARROWS ON SIDE

4 SHOPPING

8 DOWNTOWN DOLLARS

10

FOOD&BEV

16 ACTIVITIES


SHOPPING GIFTS FOR THEM (& YOU?)

Click links to find details!

uary Febr

14!

Joui Wine

Golden Hour Piercing

Bottles of wine to go, eclectic selection focusing on organic, environmentally friendly, and female owned/produced. Find the perfect bottle of bubbles to kick off your Valentine's Day!

BOGO piercing fees for you and a loved one during the week of 2/14! Walk-ins only, jewelry not included. 18 years or older only.

www.jouiwine.com

https://goldenhourpiercing.square.site

Tony & Pete's

Reduce Reuse Refillery

Skeleton Dust Records

Wild Whiskers

https://www.tonyandpetes.com Wine, ice cream, groceries to go, goods from makers throughout the Dayton area

https://www.skeletondustrecords.com Curated selection of pop, rock, alternative, metal, punk, electronic, jazz, reggae, country, and more, available in vinyl, CD, and cassette

https://www.reducereuserefillery.com Bath salts, lotions, body washes, kitchen and home products, and other sustainable products

https://www.shopwildwhiskers.com Pet food, toys, apparel, large chew treat bar, and more


SHOPPING

Clash Dayton

Feathers Vintage Clothing

Luna Gifts & Botanicals

Luna Gifts & Botanicals

Luna Gifts & Botanicals

After5 Clothing

www.ClashDayton.com Shop vintage lingerie, dresses, accessories and home goods, in store or online

https://www.instagram.com/luna_gifts Luna Plant Beanies, three colors

https://www.instagram.com/luna_gifts Common, rare and/or colorful plants and pots

https://www.facebook.com/FeathersVintage Vinyl, vintage clothes, jewelry, curios and more

https://www.instagram.com/luna_gifts Earrings, rings, and other jewelry

https://shopafter5clothing.com Shape wear, dresses, rompers, shoes, and more


SHOPPING

Now and Zen DIY Studio

Omega Music

Square One Salon

Norman's Pet Supply

Heart Mercantile

Heart Mercantile

https://www.shopnowandzen.com Small gifts available online and in store, perfect for valentines day

https://www.squareonesalon.com Large selection of Aveda products for all skin and hair care needs

www.heartmercantile.com Dayton-themed drinkware and apparel

https://omegamusicdayton.com Thousands of LP’s, 45’s, CD’s, cassettes, turntables, hi-fi audio, equipment, and incense

https://normanspetsupply.com Treat your furry Valentine to toys, food, grooming supplies, or a self-serve dog wash station!

www.heartmercantile.com Valentine activities, gag gifts, stickers, and magnets, cards, and more


SHOPPING

Rabbit Hole Books

Rabbit Hole Books

Rabbit Hole Books

Vidia's Closet

Modern Eye

Dayton Art Institute https://the-dayton-art-institute-museum-store.mybigcommerce.com

https://www.facebook.com/rabbitholedayton Valentine chocolates and treats, stuffed animals, toys, greeting cards, and more

https://www.facebook.com/rabbitholedayton Valentine jewelry, patches, knickknacks

https://www.moderneyedayton.com Reframe your look with new prescription glasses and sunglasses

https://www.facebook.com/rabbitholedayton All books are only $1!

https://www.vidiascloset.com Dresses, jumpsuits, outerwear, shoes, and more

Shop the DAI’s collection of gifts for the loves in your life - art, jewelry, 3D puzzles, and more


Downtown Dollars make a great Valentine’s Day gift and support local small businesses! Downtown Dollars are quick, convenient, cashless currency you keep on your phone, redeemable at more than 80 downtown businesses!

To purchase Downtown Dollars, visit

www.DowntownDayton.org AN E-GIFT CARD PROGRAM OF


Taking your Valentine out for dinner?

Reservation! DON'T FORGET TO MAKE A

Be sure to book your table or pre-order as soon as possible! Or plan to get carry-out for a romantic dinner at home.

Find a list of restaurants at www.downtowndayton.org/things-to-do/dining


food/bev STOMACH > HEART

Click links to find details!

Salar Restaurant & Lounge

Mudlick Tap House

Spaghetti Warehouse

Val's Bakery

https://salarrestaurant.com Feb 13 - February Wine Dinner, shrimp & lemongrass lettuce wraps, beef cheeks, seared duck breast, chocolate tartelette & more, limited seating

https://www.meatballs.com/test/sw-valentines-2024

https://mudlicktaphouse.com Feb 13, Mardi Gras celebration, New Orleansinspired cocktails (think Sazeracs and Hurricanes) and dishes like gumbo, king cake, and beignets

Feb 9 - 17 - VALENTINE'S DAY SPECIAL for TWO, choice of entree, a bottle of wine or a pitcher of Sangria, and dessert, $50

https://valsbakerydayton.com Strawberry Valentine Cruffin - tossed in rose sugar, filled with strawberry ganache, topped with edible gold leaf and love

Val's Bakery

Val's Bakery

https://valsbakerydayton.com Aphrodite Matcha - juniper rose syrup, milk, matcha, hot or iced

https://valsbakerydayton.com That’s Amore Latte - espresso, white chocolate and blood orange creamy cold foam, iced


food/bev uary Febr

14!

Bozack's Cocktail Lounge

http://tinyurl.com/4u84jnyx Feb 14 - Valentine / Galentine Shake N Sipp, learn how to make Valentine cocktails, includes mini bartender kit, recipes, free apps

uary Febr

14!

Est! Est! Est!

https://www.estestestdayton.com Feb 14 - Valentine Dinner, 3-course dinner, ft. oysters, smoked salmon, Wagyu ossobuco, tiramisu and more, $65

uary Febr

14!

Winans Chocolates + Coffees https://winanschocolate.com Valentine wine special - $7 per glass or a flight of 4 for $20 plus 4 chocolates of your choice

Winans Chocolates + Coffees https://winanschocolate.com Order chocolate covered strawberries and pickup on Feb 14! $19.99 for a 1/2 lb and $29.99 for 1lb.

uary Febr

14!

uary Febr

14!

CULTURE

https://www.instagram.com/culturedyt

Be My Valentine 3 course meal - $40 per person. Vegan course options available! Available for 2/14 pre-order, dine-in, carryout, or delivery

Yellow Cab Tavern

https://www.facebook.com/YellowCabTavern Feb 14 - Lobster & Steak for Valentine's Day, lobster rolls from Cousin Maine Lobster food truck & steak pizza from The Pizza Bandit


food/bev uary Febr

14!

The Reserve on Third

https://www.thereservethird.com Impress your date with a night in our lounge, featuring live DJs, cocktails, and a one-of-akind atmosphere

The Reserve on Third

https://www.thereservethird.com Feb 14 - Lovers & Friends, live music, aphrodisiac cocktails, wine flights, special performances, and more

uary Febr

14!

The Foundry Rooftop

Century Bar

The Barrel House

The Barrel House

https://www.thefoundryrooftop.com/igloos Valentine's Day igloo dining experience - cozy ambiance, complimentary glass of sparkling wine, Valentine's Day Chef Specials, $60 reserve today

https://www.barrelhousetap.com Grab a mix pack of craft beer or wine to take home, or drink from 20 taps

https://centurybardayton.com Speciality bourbons, winter cocktail menu, dark, classy atmosphere

http://www.barrelhousetap.com Feb 10, 1-5pm - Speakeasy Sweets Pop Up Shop, enjoy cake pops and craft beer


food/bev

Van Buren Room / Belle of Dayton

Jollity

Jollity

Salt Block Biscuit Co.

www.vanburenroom.com Bottles of Belle of Dayton liquor to go, seasonal cocktails, cozy, warm bar atmosphere

https://www.jollitydayton.com Koji Burger pop up every Saturday, 11am1:30pm

Gather

https://gatherdyt.com Live jazz, cocktails, small bites, every Thursday in the art gallery, 7:30pm

https://www.jollitydayton.com Winter food & cocktail menu featuring Sesame Corn Cake, Japanese Fried Chicken, Seared Monkfish, and Olive Oil Cake

www.toasttab.com/salt-block-biscuit-company

Cake, cookies, cobbler, biscuits, and all kinds of treats for your sweetheart!

Gather

https://gatherdyt.com Baked goods, coffee, entrees, and a wellstocked cocktail bar, featuring a variety of non-alcoholic options, in the Dayton Arcade


food/bev

Press Coffee Bar

Press Coffee Bar

Tony & Pete's

Two Social

Thai 9

Jay’s Seafood

https://www.pressdayton.com Locally-roasted coffee, pastries, and a bottle shop ft. natural and orange wines

https://www.tonyandpetes.com Wine, beer, cocktails, sandwiches, salads, Jeni’s Ice Cream, cookies, and other baked goods

http://www.thai9restaurant.com Sushi boats for two or more, Thailand cuisine

https://www.pressdayton.com Great gift for a wine lover - receive two bottles of wine a month by joining the Perpetuo Wine Club

www.2socialdayton.com Love is in the air at Two Social! Mixing up cocktails perfectly crafted for Cupid’s season all month long

https://www.jays.com Thursday Lobster & Crab night, featuring whole Maine lobster, Alaskan king crablegs, lobster pasta and more


food/bev

Tender Mercy

https://www.tendermercy.com Signature cocktail menu, plus every month enjoy a newly curated drink menu from the bartender residency

Sueno

https://www.suenodyt.com Inspired by the traditions and culture of Mexico’s burgeoning culinary scene, spice up your next date night

Joui Wine

www.jouiwine.com

Stop in for a unique glass of wine, specialty cocktail, or small plate at Joui's warm and inviting bar

Dōzo at Tender Mercy

https://www.tendermercy.com Make reservations for an unforgettable $65 prix-fixe sushi experience, sake and wine paring offered

Little Fish Brewing

https://littlefishbrewing.com Saturday and Sunday brunch, every weekend until 3pm

Jimmy John's

https://www.jimmyjohns.com Treat yourself to something sweet this Valentine's Day! The Red Velvet Cookie is back for a limited time


activities REMEMBER THAT TIME WE..

Click links to find details!

.

uary Febr

14!

uary Febr

14!

Toxic Brew Co.

Spaghetti Warehouse

Feb 14 - R.U.D.E. Burlesque, catered by Dayton BBQ Co and featuring drink specials. Ticket includes show, choice of meal, and a drink

Feb 14, 6:30pm - A NEW Mystery Dinner Theater show, A RUMBA ROMANCE! Food, drinks, and a live interactive mystery, $55 per person

https://www.rudeburlesque.com/tickets

The Human Race Theatre Company

https://humanracetheatre.org/shows/shipwrecked

Feb 22-March 10 - SHIPWRECKED! at the Loft Theatre - Join the theatrical quest of deep seas and high comedy...a great date night!

https://www.meatballs.com

Joui Wine

www.jouiwine.com

Feb 24, 10pm - A Place Both Wonderful and Strange, Twin Peaks Night, dancing and wine, details and tickets announced soon at @jouiwine

uary Febr

14!

Two Social

www.2socialdayton.com

Axe your way to an unforgettable Valentine’s Day: $5 off at Two Social with code VDAY, valid Feb 9-17

Greater Dayton LGBT Center https://www.daytonlgbtcenter.org Feb 10, 7pm - Annual Women’s Valentine Dance, food, cash bar, and dancing, $15


activities uary Febr

14!

The Neon

Now and Zen DIY Studio

Feb 14, VALENTINE'S DATE NIGHT! View MOULIN ROUGE or THE TASTE OF THINGS, French wines from Joui and Pâtisserie Bar from Dorothy Lane Market, $30 per person

Feb 10, 6pm - Date Night Terrarium Workshop for a creative evening for two

www.neonmovies.com

www.ShopNowandZen.com

Space Three

MetroParks Ice Rink

Feb 25, 10am - Partner Edition: Barbells & Brews @ Warped Wing, $45 includes 2 tickets for class, 2 drink tickets and a sweet treat to share for all your hard work

Feb 13, 4-6pm - Galentine's Day Skate, half off admission and skate rental with your bestie!

www.spacethreedayton.com

https://www.metroparks.org/ice-rink

uary Febr

14!

MetroParks Ice Rink

MetroParks Ice Rink

Feb 14-15 - Valentine's Day Skate, BOGO admission and skate rental plus a box of Winans Chocolates

Feb 16-18 - Sweetheart Skate Special, 2 rink admissions with skate rental, 2 cups of hot cocoa, and a box of Winans Chocolates for $20

https://www.metroparks.org/ice-rink

https://www.metroparks.org/ice-rink


activities

Yellow Cab Tavern

Yellow Cab Tavern

Feb 9, 8pm - HeartSiq's Burlesque Night, live entertainment, visual art, food, and more

Feb 10, 3-5pm - Pet photos with Scarlett Moon, $10 donation to Rescue Haven

https://www.facebook.com/YellowCabTavern

https://www.facebook.com/YellowCabTavern

Yellow Cab Tavern

Dayton Pedal Wagon

Feb 10 - Love U: a 90s R&B Night - Valentine Edition, the best R&B spinning all night long

Polar Bear Express - From Dayton, With Love! - a two-hour pedal-powered winter adventure through downtown with stops at all your favorite breweries and restaurants

Speakeasy Yoga

Speakeasy Yoga

https://www.facebook.com/YellowCabTavern

https://www.speakeasydayton.com Feb 11, 1pm - Balancing the Chakras, learn all about the 7 major chakras and how to find balance, $45

www.pedalwagon.com/dayton

https://www.speakeasydayton.com Feb 25, 1:30pm - Sacred Self Care Workshop, learn how to create a self care routine that works for your life, $30


activities

Wellness Studio

Square One Salon

The Peace Museum

Dayton Performing Arts Alliance

Dayton Performing Arts Alliance

Dayton Contemporary Dance Company

https://www.wellnessthestudio.com Couples and independent massage, reflexology, raindrop therapy, and facial services

https://peace.museum Feb 10, 11am - Valentine Card Making ($7) and Brukner Nature Center's Animal Ambassadors visit ($7) RSVP to alice@peace.museum

https://daytonperformingarts.org Feb 16-18 - Swan Lake, set to Tchaikovsky’s score (performed live by the Philharmonic), featuring gorgeous sets, beautiful costumes, and dramatic choreography

https://www.squareonesalon.com Nothing says "I love you" like a gift of self-care! Give your special someone a treat with a spa day or gift card: Hair-Facials-Massage-Nails-Waxing

https://daytonperformingarts.org Feb 9-10 - Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone™ In Concert, watch scenes from the movie while a live orchestra performs John Williams’ iconic score

https://www.daytonlive.org Feb 17-18 - In Modern Moves, showcasing DCDC’s remarkable 55-year journey of modern dance


activities

Dayton Society of Artists

https://daytondsa.org The Future of Female exhibit, running thru March 23 - an exhibition focused on the ideals, hopes, and experiences of women identifying artists

eClat Facial Studio

https://www.eclatfacialstudio.com Schedule a hydrating facial treatment for yourself and your Galentines!

uary Febr

14!

Dayton Arcade

The Contemporary Dayton

Feb 14, 6pm - Join Est! Est! Est! in the Arcade rotunda for a partner canvas painting date, food and drink for purchase

Feb 2-April 5, 30th Open Member Exhibition - The Co's popular exhibition - back for the first time since 2020 - is a community-wide celebration of local and Ohio artists

https://www.facebook.com/events/3702932473321114

Grist

https://www.eatgrist.com/private-events Schedule a private cooking class with the Grist chefs, learn how to make filled pasta, gnocchi, pastries, and more

https://codayton.org

Black Box Improv Theater www.daytonblackboximprov.com

Feb 16 & 17, 8pm - Celebrate Galentine's Day with our all female identifying cast, enjoy snacks and drinks at the Black Box Bar


activities

Picture Perfect Paint Parties

Picture Perfect Paint Parties

Picture Perfect Paint Parties

Picture Perfect Paint Parties

Picture Perfect Paint Parties

Dayton Art Institute

www.pictureperfectpaintparties.com Take-Home Kits - the ultimate paint party takehome kit for masterpiece creation! Kids, adults, corporate, ministry, $24.99 each, buy 2 get the third 1/2 off

www.pictureperfectpaintparties.com Private Paint Party - the ultimate private paint party experience: painting, karaoke, sipping, and dancing fun! Book 12 guest and receive a complimentary hostess guest ticket

www.pictureperfectpaintparties.com Blooming Cheers Workshop: Unveiling the Art of The Flower Bouquet with Wine, create a fresh flower bouquet of your own in a bottle of wine, VALENTINE SPECIAL: $42.99

www.pictureperfectpaintparties.com Open Paint Party - artistic adventures await for kids & adults, plus music, karaoke & line dancing - VALENTINE SPECIAL: $33.99 from $36.99

www.pictureperfectpaintparties.com Wine, Wax, and Whimsy: Scents & Sip Candle Making Workshop, with music, karaoke and more! Buy one workshop ticket and get 4 tea lights free, $49.99 (Valentine Special)

https://www.daytonartinstitute.org Take a romantic stroll through the Dayton Art Insititute’s current exhibits


activities

Quench Aesthetics & Wellness

Quench Aesthetics & Wellness

Quench Aesthetics & Wellness

Quench Aesthetics & Wellness

www.quenchspa.com Pucker up! Book an appointment for Feb 1926 with Quench injector Kelly Silk and receive $100 off a syringe of Versa

www.quenchspa.com Book an appointment for Feb 19-26 with Quench injector Kelly Silk for wrinkle smoothing treatment Xeomin (like Botox) for $8 per unit (minimum 30 units required)

Bar Granada

Urban Krag Climbing Center

www.quenchspa.com Treat yourself to any of our facial treatments and receive a complimentary b12 injection

https://www.bardayton.com Feb 9, 11, 16, 17, 23, 24 - craft tequilia and Latin Beats, dancing, live DJ, $10 cover, 21+

www.quenchspa.com Get healthy together - bring a friend or loved one into Quench during the month of February and you'll each get $25 off your choice of IV Vitamin Drip

https://www.urbankrag.com Indoor climbing with your Valentine, beginner classes available


Turn static files into dynamic content formats.

Create a flipbook
Issuu converts static files into: digital portfolios, online yearbooks, online catalogs, digital photo albums and more. Sign up and create your flipbook.