Valentine’s Day dinner and gift ideas

Celebrate love in the Heritage City...
22 Jan 2025
Discover Ipswich, Staff Writer

Looking to celebrate this Valentine’s Day?  Look no further than these specials, discounts and offers around the Heritage City.

Vintage Belles dinner and show

The Vintage Belles

A special Valentine’s Day dinner and show is being held at Ipswich Civic Centre!

Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with an unforgettable evening of music, glamour, and crave-worthy cuisine.

The Vintage Belles invite you and your special someone to be swept away on a romantic journey, where today’s most beloved songs are reimagined with a vintage twist, mixed with timeless classics that never go out of style.

Set against the backdrop of a delicious dinner, their stunning harmonies, captivating stage presence, and playful banter will bring the golden age of Hollywood to life. From the sultry jazz of the Roaring ’20s to the opulence of the Gatsby era, each performance is a dazzling blend of nostalgia and modern charm. Give your Valentine a night to remember with an irresistible blend of dinner and entertainment that will leave you both completely captivated.

Gourmet picnic

The Soul Nook Collective pod picnics

The Soul Nook Collective are hosting a community picnic event for Valentine’s Day.  Book in for a Souldate on either Friday 14 February or Saturday 15 February for you and your loved one, your soulmate, significant other or best friend and enjoy 30% off the regular picnic price.

Enjoy a date in the gorgeous grounds for a dreamy experience with bespoke picnics in bell tents, amongst the trees or in hanging tiipiis. Picnics include cafe drinks, a flower posie and a choice of two different picnic platter options.

Picnics start at $75 for two people.

Two nights at Twigley Farm with chocolate hamper

The Forager at Twigley Farm

For Valentine’s Day Twigley Farm are offering a special promotion for the month of February.

You can book two nights at The Forager glamping accommodation for $715 (for two) or two nights at Linning’s House for $770 (for two) and receive their new chocolate lovers hamper.

The hamper includes chocolate covered nuts, chocolate and caramel dipping sauce, brownie bites, marshmallows, honeycomb and strawberries for dipping.

The Forager is a new safari-style accommodation option, the size of a standard hotel suite with high pitched ceiling and wood flooring.  All the walls zip down for open living, making you feel at one with the countryside!

Book here.

Gift tickets to Ipswich Little Theatre

Tickets or a gift voucher for the Ipswich Little Theatre would be a fantastic Valentine’s Day gift.  The first season of 2025 is Popcorn by British comedian, playwright, author, actor and director Ben Elton.

The season will run from 26 February until 15 March with public performances on Friday and Saturday nights and 2pm matinees on Sundays. Opening night includes complimentary wine and cheese, while Devonshire Tea is available to purchase for the matinees.

Tickets and gift vouchers are available online or call the Ipswich Visitor Information Centre on 32810555.

Award-winning dining

Homage – Banyard Quail + Foie gras + pickled celtuce + sweet olive sauce _29.10.24_web-47

Celebrate Valentines Day at Homage with an unforgettable dining experience.

Begin your experience with an elegant horse-drawn carriage ride to the Spicers Hidden Vale retreat, where you will be greeted with a glass of champagne before being whisked away to the charming homestead.

Indulge in a romantic evening featuring a three-course dinner paired with exceptional champagne. This magical evening combines fine dining luxury and the timeless romance of the countryside.

Reserve your spot for a night that’s as special as your love story, the three-Course Dinner with champagne pairing is $200pp.

Also on offer during summer is $100 dining credit. Spoil yourself with a summer getaway which includes luxury accommodation, daily a la carte breakfast and a $100 dining credit per room per night.

Romantic balloon flight

Couple enjoying a Floating Images hot air balloon flight over the City of Ipswich and surrounding areas.

Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights will be taking people up, up and away over the Ipswich countryside on Valentine’s Day.  Book in for a scenic one hour balloon flight package that includes breakfast. Floating Images will also have Valentine’s Day themed gift vouchers for sale.  The vouchers are valid for three years.

Seafood plate for two at PA Hotel

Deluxe seafood plate for two at PA Hotel

This Valentine’s Day the Prince Alfred (PA) Hotel have something special planned. Enjoy a deluxe seafood plate for two with cold seafood entrees and hot seafood mains.

For $175 per plate enjoy cheesy garlic bread to start, then tuck into an entree of 300g of fresh tiger prawns, 100g of hot smoked salmon and 100g of hot smoked Barramundi. For your main enjoy 200g of red claw, 300g of Moreton bay bug with garlic sauce, pan seared snapper fillet, salt and pepper calamari. This comes with spiced butter corn ribs, hot chips and a petite salad. To finish there is a shared house made deconstructed red velvet cheese cake to enjoy!

Two for one bowling or pizzas

General Public pizza

General Public reckon two’s better than one this Valentine’s Day – so they’re offering two-for-one bowling and two-for-one pizzas.

To get the offer the bowling needs to be booked in one transaction and the pizzas are not available in conjunction with other dining offers including the lunch special.

Bookings area only valid on 14 February and you can use the code GPFEB2025 at checkout to get the offer online.

Romantic dinner at Brothers Leagues Club

Brothers Leagues Club

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Brothers this February 14. Treat your special someone to a deliciously memorable evening with a choice of our mouthwatering Valentines mains for $38: grain-fed porterhouse or pan-seared Atlantic salmon served with mash, asparagus, and a garlic prawn topper.

Then, if you’re in the mood to sweeten the deal – why not add on a decadent cookies and cream cheesecake, complete with Oreo crumb, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream for $14.

Give the gift of romance

Old Ipswich Courthouse building

This year, surprise your loved one with an unforgettable evening of music, laughter, and passion. Tickets to A Little Night Music presented by Ipswich Musical Theatre Company make the perfect Valentine’s Day gift!

Set in a world of love, longing, and second chances, this sophisticated musical will sweep you off your feet with its lush melodies and captivating story, including the timeless classic “Send in the Clowns.”

The show will be on stage from 2-15 February at The Old Courthouse. Book here.

The perfect shared dinner

Hotel Commonwealth

Hotel Commonwealth have a special Valentine’s dinner package. Enjoy this shared dining experience with your loved ones for $80 per person.

On the menu is oysters tempura with wasabi mayonnaise, rosemary sea salt flat bread, smoked ricotta with heirloom tomatoes and basil oil and BBQ king prawns served with fermented mango hot sauce.

Mains include prawn and crab ravioli with shellfish butter sauce and chilli oil; lamb rump with preserved lemon, peas, zucchini, potato, mint and whipped smoked feta and truffle mushroom gnocchi with parmesan cream and spinach.

For dessert enjoy lemon sorbet and house made tiramisu with mascarpone cream and amaretto biscuits.

The package includes a glass of La Maschera prosecco and live music.

Celebrate with the camels

Kissing camels at Summer Land Camels

Make this Valentine’s Day unforgettable with a unique and romantic day out at Summer Land Camels. Explore the picturesque farm, meet and feed adorable camels, and savour delicious treats from the café verandah while taking in stunning countryside views. 

Whether you’re planning a relaxed breakfast, a coffee and cake date, or a leisurely lunch, the café menu has something special for everyone.

For adventurous couples, there are unforgettable experiences to make your day truly extraordinary:  

  • Sunrise Camel Ride + Breakfast – Start your day with a magical camel ride at dawn, followed by a delightful breakfast.
  • Tour, Taste & Camel Encounter – A guided journey through our farm with tastings and an up-close camel encounter.
  • VIP Camel Encounter – A private, intimate experience with our gentle camels.
  • Premium Paddock to Plate Experience – A gourmet journey celebrating the best of camel products.
  • Camel Trail Ride – Explore the beauty of the Scenic Rim on a serene trail ride.
  • Introductory Camel Ride – Perfect for those new to the joy of camel riding.

 Don’t wait – book your Valentine’s Day adventure online now and create memories that will last a lifetime. 

Five course degustation dinner with wine

Valentine's dinner at The Cottage Restaurant

Enjoy a five-course degustation with paired wines for Valentine’s Day at The Cottage Restaurant.  Chef Mark Naoum has created an enticing menu with mouthwatering sirloin, duck and Hickory smoked salmon.

Try this with four exceptional wines, featuring an Italian prosecco and French pinot noir. This event is not to be missed and seating is limited.  

Dinner costs $165 without matched beers or wines or $190 with wine or beer.

Seafood platter for two at CSI

Seafood platter for two at CSI

Club services Ipswich have a special seafood platter for two on Valentine’s Day.  The platter costs $52.90 and includes hot and cold seafood.

The main menu will also be available on the night.

Pints and puppies at Stony Creek Brewing

Puppies will be available for adoption at Pints and puppies

Stony Creek Brewing are celebrating love with their relaxed intimate setting paired with delicious food and expertly crafted drinks. There will be a curated menu for the special day featuring cheeseburger and chicken sliders, crispy fries and a decadent chocolate dessert. Each meal is complemented by a choice of beverages, including locally brewed beer, wine, mocktails, or soft drinks, ensuring there’s something for everyone. See more information about the event here.

Love is in the air at Orion Hotel

Cocktails at Orion Hotel

Orion Hotel have a romantic feast on offer for Valentine’s Day. Enjoy a three course dinner, with fancy scallops or bruschetta, chicken roulade or lamb cutlets, mango pudding or raspberry cheesecake and special cocktails!

Dinner is $55 per person and bookings are essential. 

Deals at Riverlink Shopping Centre

Baskin Robins: Treat yourself to a scoop of Baskin Robins ice-cream. Buy one, get one free on all regular scoops! Scan the QR code in store and complete the survey to go into the draw to win a free take home pack of ice-cream. 

The Coffee Club: Nothing screams love than good food to fuel the soul! Enjoy a brunch date at The Coffee Club Cinemas and enjoy their new Summer Range, including a Raspberry Spider or a Coconut Cloud Iced Latte. 

Limelight Cinemas: Make Valentine’s Day special with a movie at the newly refurbished Limelight Cinemas! Indulge in delicious popcorn from the candy bar while watching Bridget Jones with Girls’ Night Out. Enjoy Valentine’s in comfort at Limelight Cinemas.

More gift ideas…

Guided llama walk.

For more gift ideas see our amazing experiences that offer gift vouchers here. 

And for more date ideas click here.

Discover Ipswich Staff Writer
Rocky the Rock Wallaby is a Sagittarius who lives at the Ipswich Nature Centre and often contributes to Discover Ipswich in his spare time. When he's not busy showing tourists around, blogging or hanging out with his cute and fluffy mates at the Nature Centre, he likes to hit the gym for a leg session, graze on quinoa salad and ponder the possibilities of the universe.

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