The Ultimate Guide to Valentine’s Day in Gig Harbor, WA
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Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and whether you want to keep it simple or go all out, I’ve got you covered. Seeing it’s on a Wednesday this year, celebrate over the weekend, make the middle of the week special, or do both! With ideas for restaurants, gifts, activities, and more, there are numerous ways to show your special someone—as well as our local businesses—just how much you love them.
*Join the “I Love Gig Harbor” challenge taking place downtown at the waterfront on Saturday, February 10th. All you have to do is grab your camera, visit the participating businesses, and share your selfie on Instagram for a chance to win a prize. You can find all the details here.
Restaurants
If none of the following dining options strike your fancy, find plenty of additional ideas on my Ultimate Guide To Restaurants In Gig Harbor.
Gourmet seafood right on the water…you can’t get much better than that! Call to find out about their specials for the evening and to make reservations.
Offering seasonal flavors of the Northwest down at the Gig Harbor waterfront. Enjoy a selection from their regular dinner menu or one of their Valentine’s specials.
If you want to do something different, this is just the place to take your sweetheart for breakfast or lunch.
Their menu never disappoints! They will have Valentine’s Day specials as well as their regular dinner offerings. Reservations can be made online or by phone.
A mix of traditional Italian fare and unique new recipes. They also have a gluten-free menu!
Gig Harbor’s gourmet wood-fired pizza place, offering in-house dining as well as pick up or delivery. Perfect for a casual night in!
With a tequila bar featuring more than 100 tequilas and mezcals, Moctezuma’s has earned the distinction of “Best Mexican Restaurant” in western Washington multiple years in a row.
The perfect place to enjoy a picturesque dinner as you take in views of the harbor and Cascade mountains. They will be offering specials for the evening as well as their full dinner menu.
Come in for a special fresh sheet fare, available through the weekend, or for a more laid-back option they will also be having their usual Wine Down Wednesday with live jazz music, flatbreads, and discounts on select wine.
Gifts
For more ideas on where to find that perfect gift for your valentine or galentine, take a look at my list of all our small businesses here in Gig Harbor.
Guys, if you’re still not sure what to get your better half, check out my Ultimate Self-Care Guide for ways to spoil her or help her be better to herself.
Find vintage and antique home decor items, such as furniture and art. There is also a selection of beeswax candles, skincare items, linens, books, jewelry, clothing, and so much more!
Women’s clothing and hostess gifts.
Their website has a holiday page full of great gifts for her. Ladies, need a gift for him? They have men’s items too! You can place an order online or visit their two stores located in downtown Gig Harbor.
Featuring artwork, photography, ceramics, and more by local artists.
Take a look at their variety of candles, hand-mixed and poured right here in Gig Harbor! They also have gift boxes available, and pressed flower artwork from Wild Handful Farm for sale in the shop.
Local handmade self-care goods.
Sister store of Bloom, they have more affordable options for women’s clothing.
Stop by for a beautiful bouquet, custom order one, or browse their selection of fun gifts. Weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly floral subscriptions are also available.
They offer a variety of home goods and decor as well as jewelry from Brighton and other collections.
One of Gig Harbor’s newer stores, they have a nice variety of home furnishings, women’s fashion, and even some items for men, too.
Haven Permanent Cosmetics & Aesthetics & LISSÈ Medical Aesthetics
Spoil your spouse with a beauty treatment! Gift cards and complimentary consultations are also available.
If you are already a fan of Wild Whimsy and Local Makers, then you are sure to love Local Whimsy! Both owners have teamed up to open a gift shop featuring plants and handmade goods from other makers.
Finally, a Gig Harbor boutique just for the gents! Find something for the man in your life from their curated collection of clothes, shoes, grooming and cocktail accessories, artisan knives, and more.
Find the perfect card for your valentine or galentines! They have some nice options for gifts as well.
A new addition to uptown, Precious Collective offers fashion for women of all sizes, accessories, candles, and other beauty products.
This cute store is 100% online but 100% Gig Harbor-based. Check out their assortment of gift boxes and baskets, local-made products, spa items, candles, edible specialties, and more.
This women’s clothing boutique sells a variety of styles and brands, accessories, home goods, and even work by local artist Vanessa Lanza.
Although fresh bouquets aren’t available right now, pop over to their website to purchase a gift card or bouquet subscription. Their pressed flower artwork is also for sale at the En Light Candle Co. in downtown.
Give the Gift of Food
What could be more perfect on Valentine’s Day than a batch of cookies in Crumbl’s signature pink box?
Order a special curated gift basket full of wine, food, and other goodies. They also have a nice assortment of local gifts and treats in-store.
Check out their gift shop for the cocktail connoisseurs in your life.
The perfect gifts for cider lovers, from Gig Harbor’s cidery and taproom.
Shop their assortment of salsas, seasoning mixes, sauces, jams, and more! Gift baskets are also available.
Share the love with some Valentine’s treats! Call or email to place a special order, or stop by for some of their ready-made specialties.
Floral Arrangements
Gents, want to surprise the woman in your life with a beautiful bunch of blooms? Gig Harbor offers several options, from delivery services to local markets (delivery fees may apply).
Frills - Custom order a holiday bouquet. Weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly floral subscriptions are also available.
Activities
Browse their available workshops for making all things valentines, or check out their DIY To-Go Kit options. They will also be having a special Valentine’s Date Night Wood Workshop for Two on Thursday, February 8th and Wednesday, February 14th.
The pottery painting studio is open for indoor painting, and they have LOTS of projects especially for Valentine’s Day! You can also go in to order a kit that includes your piece of pottery and painting supplies—just bring it back for the firing process once your project is complete.
Be transported to the romantic world of Italy this Valentine’s Day without going further than the harbor. Gig Harbor Gondola, the only such operation in the Pacific Northwest, offers 60- and 90-minute rides for up to six people. Feel free to bring your own food and bubbly, and snuggle up under the blankets as you enjoy the magical views of the harbor and Mt. Rainier.
If you love laser tag, get in the game with a 2-for-1 special on Valentine’s Day! Or test your luck on Friday, February 16th at their Casino Night, which includes an evening of cocktails, appetizers, prizes, magic demonstrations, and more.
Getaways
Enjoy a getaway within a couple hours of here, or spend a few days relaxing as a tourist in your own town with several charming lodging options right around Gig Harbor.
The Maritime Inn - Gig Harbor, WA
This family-owned inn is a quaint place to stay and just minutes from the shops, restaurants, and history of the waterfront. Check out their available specials.
The Parsonage Inn - Gig Harbor, WA
Renovated in 2005, the Parsonage was originally built as the rector’s quarters for the first church established in Gig Harbor. It offers two private rooms to rent and use of the whole house comes with your stay, as well as access to the laundry room, a hot tub, and the beautiful gardens and backyard shade patio. Just two blocks from the harbor.
Washington Woodland Estate - Gig Harbor, WA
If you don’t mind a bit of a drive to the harbor, this bed and breakfast will not disappoint! Nestled in five acres of woods and only a mile from Henderson Bay, the beautiful grounds highlight multiple gardens, a walking path, and fire pit. Rent the completely private Carriage House cottage, or choose one of the three rooms in the main manor house. Add a gift package to make your stay more special. No pets.
Waterfront Inn - Gig Harbor, WA
Set in an historic 1918 home in downtown Gig Harbor, each room in this charming inn has recently been remodeled and offers a private entrance, gas fireplace, and waterfront view. Guests can enjoy the harbor from the large deck right on the water or with the complimentary kayaks provided, and if you’re arriving by boat, the Inn even has its own dock! Contact them for their policy on pets.
Leavenworth - Leavenworth, WA
From your everyday life in Gig Harbor to the “Alps of Washington” in under three hours, this magical escape is worth the drive. Take along your favorite audio book and enjoy the scenic mountain passes with your sweetheart. Once you are in Leavenworth, you will be transported to a picturesque Bavarian wonderland with its eclectic array of restaurants, boutiques, and shops. Their “Love from Leavenworth” features the Village of Lights with a special twist for Valentine’s Day, as well as outdoor adventures, chocolate and wine tastings, the chance to win prizes in their daily giveaway contest, and a variety of special promotions available for lodging, shopping, and dining.
Willows Lodge - Woodinville, WA
Rendezvous-la-la! For the ultimate romantic overnight or weekend stay, check out Willows Lodge, located just over an hour from Gig Harbor in Woodinville, the heart of Washington’s wine country. With a variety of offers and promotions available, the Willows Lodge will accommodate any personality. Local wineries, distilleries, and breweries are all within an easy distance (the Chateau Ste. Michelle winery is just across the street) and the highly acclaimed restaurant, The Barking Frog, is located within the lodge, making your wine-and-dine experience complete. Every room comes with a fireplace and a soaking tub.
Looking for a home you can fall in love with? Call your neighborhood experts today at (253) 313-4093 or book a call at your convenience. To learn more about our wonderful community and the people in it, visit my blog, Paige’s Gig.
