#ShowSomeLocalLove this Valentine’s Day!
We have rounded up some great local gift ideas to help you shop local this Valentine’s Day! Whether you are celebrating this day of love with your SO, treating yourself to some self-care, or gathering the girl gang for some Galentine’s Day fun, we encourage you to keep your money where your heart is and #ShowSomeLocalLove.
Keep scrolling to find gifts from local shops, unique experiences & top-notch services, local sweet treats, and even a few items for your furry valentine.
GIFTS
- Belna Candle Company’s Love Gift Box features three “love” inspired 8 oz mason jar candles (Love Spell, French Lilac, & Cashmere Plum) & 1 Heart Shaped Red Rose with Infusion Soap. All LOVE gift sets come in a gift box with crinkle paper & gift tag/message. Click here to explore gift sets and scents!
- Oak City Scents‘ new coconut blend candles feature fresh roses, peppermint and chocolate, oak moss, and amber-scented Valentine’s Day candles! Check it out.
- Looking for a unique custom gift? How about engraved glassware, coaster sets with your pups face, painted champagne bottles, engraved bourbon bottles, and more. Home Street Creative is your one stop shop! Learn More
- Designed for Joy has a bag that will blow your date away. The “Luise” is a medium to large size tote bag with resin handles. The bag is handcrafted with great attention to detail. More Information.
- Looking for a cute card to go with your gift? SKP Ink has cards perfect for your spouse, friend, gal pals, kids, and everyone in between. View the collection.
- This Valentine’s Day, shop the very best labels on the market at Mode Consignment. MODE provides an opportunity for shoppers to buy high quality designer attire and accessories at a realistically affordable price.
JEWELRY
- Beautiful, lightweight, and durable, Anna Banana LLC has a diverse collection to choose from.
- Rose May Jewelry Gold Plated Collection is all under $35! It is tarnish and water resistant, perfect for your on-the-go partner.
- Joint Venture Jewelry has something perfect for every budget. Take a look at a few of their favorite heart jewels, new markdowns, and of course diamond engagement rings for your sweetheart!
- MODE Consignment carries all kinds of accessories perfect for Valentine’s! *The photo above features a David Yurman heart necklace.*
- Shop.Lunae carries affordable, beautiful, and timeless pieces. All of their products are tarnish and water-resistant, hypoallergenic, and made of either 925 sterling silver or stainless steel, and 18K gold plated!
- Raleigh Diamond Fine Jewelry is here to help get your 2024 style locked down with their Chunky Chain Necklace complete with padlock pendant detailing. Compact but with impact, this on-trend link chain pairs up perfectly with more delicate chains to create your own layered necklace look.
- Bezalel & Company has crafted beautiful, soft pink, glittery eye-catching earrings to fit the season. The hoops can be personalized as well!
- Earth Stone Jewelry love is in the air, and what better way to celebrate than with the enchanting beauty and energy of rose quartz and strawberry quartz? These stones, long revered for their connection to love and relationships, are the perfect way to add a touch of magic to your Valentine’s Day.
FURRY FRIENDS
- Binky and Bell just unveiled a Dog Mom in purple ink by Binky and Bell zippered cotton canvas tote bag and a “Feed Me. Take Me Out. Tell Me You Love Me” T-shirt! February sales are going towards Saving Grace Animal Rescue Group!
- Chester and Pearl has the cutest collection of kicker and catnip toys to fit the season. View the selection.
SWEETS
- How about a cheese and chocolate board to share? Stella Cake has a valentine’s charcuterie board available for pre-order from now until Feb. 9th. Learn More
- The Cupcake Shoppe’s Cupid Crunch gift boxes, cookie decorating kit, strawberry dipped cookies, lunchbox cakes and more! Check out their full Valentine’s menu and call today to order!
- Mica’s Sweets and Treats is offering a beautiful, vintage style, heart shaped cake this holiday season. The cake comes in Vanilla, Chocolate, or Strawberry. They are also selling heart shaped hot cocoa bombs, and seasonal goodies!
- Royal Cheesecake & Varieties has 3 different options for Valentines Day: A treat box which includes, 2 petite cheesecakes, 2 cupcakes, and 2 chocolate covered strawberries- $20;
A personal cheesecake for you or two- $35; + A selection of cookies- Sugar, Red Velvet or Chocolate Half-dozen- $15, Dozen- $30. See what else they are baking up for the holiday!
- Ella’s Popcorn has been cooking up some seasonal flavors including Cocoa Berry and Strawberry Hibiscus.
- Videri Chocolate Factory has several specials this season! The Oak City Box is a Chocolate connoisseur’s dream. However, the Valentine’s Show Stopper is their most impressive gift box! Tied together with a big bow, this box is our biggest collection of confections year-round. Check out their other specials here!
- A Royal Tasting Experience at Royal Cheesecakes– Reserve your spot to create your own dessert charcuterie board! The menu includes mini cheesecakes, cupcakes, cookies, glazes, and assorted nuts.
FLOWERS AND DECOR
- The English Garden has put together quite a few beautiful arrangement that are sure take your significant other’s breath away. More Info Here
- Beth’s has all of your Valentine’s and Galentine’s Day decor, gift, and greeting card needs covered! They have 15% off all Valentine’s products until Friday the 10th. Don’t forget to select Local Delivery within most of Wake County when checking out!
- Shop Logan’s for your Valentine! February Frenzy now through 2/10- Major sales on plants, outdoor items, treats & more!
DINNERS AND DATES
- Triangle Treasure Hunt is offering Downtown Raleigh Valentine’s Treasure Hunts hosted at Crank Arm Brewing on 2/10, 2/14, and 2/17! Click Here for more information.
- The Butcher’s Market is offering their signature Valentines Dinner. This year they are leaving the desert choice up to you! Learn More
- Looking to try something new? Home Street Creative teaches calligraphy classes twice per month at different venues around Raleigh. The Feb classes are perfect for both Galentine’s nights out and date nights. Rather wait to schedule? Sip & Script gift cards can be used toward any class and make great V-Day gifts. Learn more
- Adventures in Bloom is offering fun Galentines and date night events all month long! Get matching permanent Jewelry BOGO 25% off all day on February 10th or make hand stamped initial necklaces on February 3rd! Check out their class schedule for more activities and details.
- Looking for a romantic dinner at home but want to skip the cooking? Donovan’s Dish is taking orders until Wednesday, February 14th for their delicious, four course, take home special. More mouthwatering details can be found here.
- The Merchant’s Valentine’s Day Dinner Reservation 4-Course Dinner $100
1st Course- Cloud 919, Spinach Artichoke Dip and Pita Chips
2nd Course- Aperol Spritz, Strawberry Field Salad
3rd Course- Love Potion #126, Steak & Vegetable Medley
4th Course- Champagne Cocktail, Chocolate Chip Cookie and Buttercream Sandwiches - Skinfluent is offering month long specials all February long! Book your appointment here.
- Add on a HydroJelly mask for $7 when you book a Brazilian wax or Partial Bikini Wax.
- 50% off select retail products
- Lovers & Friends Facials – Book with your significant other or Galentine and receive the 2nd facial half off!
- Guess how many hearts are inside the jar to win a FREE Underarm Wax!
- Check out The Green Light Bar on Feb.14 from 5PM-12AM for speciality cocktails and Videri Chocolate!
- Donovan’s Dish Four Course Valentine’s Dinner for Two- Order online and enjoy a delicious Chef prepared meal in the comfort of your own home.
- 1st Course- Signature Wedding Salad
2nd Course- Choice of Sweet Potatoe Bisque with Crème Fraîche
3rd Course- Beef Wellington
4th Course- One Slice of Both Flourless Chocolate Torte and NY Style Cheesecake - Glo de Vie + Marta’s Galentine’s Event– Enjoy Emsculp Neo demos and personalized styling sessions with Marta! Enjoy mimosas, light bites, and make it the perfect girls day out!
- ARIAVIDA MASSAGE FOR TWO– Before your massages, relax and chill with mimosas, a glass of red wine, or prosecco. You and your guest will each receive a personalized, one-hour massage in your individual private treatment spaces. You’ll be leaving AriaVida with a delicious gift of chocolates to enjoy later!
- Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits– Make your Valentine’s Sweet by dining out with the whole family as kid’s eat free on this day of love.
- Vidrio– Chef Curated Valentine’s Day Features: 48 hr Cured NY Strip – Charred herb chimichurri, cauliflower puree. Beef Tartare – Cured egg yolk, fresno, shallot, fried lavash, sumac, scallion curl, fried caper. Butternut squash risotto – Ricotta salata, fresh truffle. Pan seared halibut – Lentils with fish fume, classic beurre blanc Mousse stuffed cannoli – Edible flower, fresh raspberry, edible flower. Make your reservation today!
