The new Wine Bar at Sheepfolds Stables is hosting a Champagne and Canapé Tasting event on Valentine's Day where you and your loved one can enjoy a selection of different Champagnes, paired with canapés. Tickets need to be booked in advance from the Sheepfolds Stables website.placeholder image
The new Wine Bar at Sheepfolds Stables is hosting a Champagne and Canapé Tasting event on Valentine's Day where you and your loved one can enjoy a selection of different Champagnes, paired with canapés. Tickets need to be booked in advance from the Sheepfolds Stables website. | Submitted

I love these 12 romantic things to do in Sunderland for Valentine's Day

By Katy Wheeler

Lifestyle Editor

Published 2nd Feb 2026, 14:37 GMT

From learning to latin dance to painting a portrait of your partner and making friendship bracelets with your mates, there’s a whole host of events taking place in Sunderland this Valentine’s Day.

Here’s a roundup of some of the events taking place around the city and how to book, where applicable.

Free friendship bracelet making and portrait drawing takes place at Beacon of Light from 11am to 3pm on Saturday, February 14. Celebrate the season of love and friendship with a creative drop-in session perfect for families. Whether your child is taking part in sports activities or you're simply visiting as a parent and wanting to get involved as a couple, everyone is welcome to join in.

9. Friendship bracelet making at Beacon of Light

Free friendship bracelet making and portrait drawing takes place at Beacon of Light from 11am to 3pm on Saturday, February 14. Celebrate the season of love and friendship with a creative drop-in session perfect for families. Whether your child is taking part in sports activities or you're simply visiting as a parent and wanting to get involved as a couple, everyone is welcome to join in. | Sunderland Echo

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They're hugely popular and glass heart making sessions return to National Glass Centre at 10am, 11am, 12 noon, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm on Saturday, February 14. The price is £50 per head and must be pre-booked on the Sunderland Culture website.

10. Glass heart making at National Glass Centre

They're hugely popular and glass heart making sessions return to National Glass Centre at 10am, 11am, 12 noon, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm on Saturday, February 14. The price is £50 per head and must be pre-booked on the Sunderland Culture website. | Sunderland Echo

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Surely one of Sunderland's most romantic restaurants is North in Seaburn with its uninterrupted views of the beach and high-quality seasonal menu.

11. Book a table up North

Surely one of Sunderland's most romantic restaurants is North in Seaburn with its uninterrupted views of the beach and high-quality seasonal menu. | Sunderland Echo

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Port of Call in Park Lane is hosting a Paint & Sip session from 7pm to 9pm on February 12. Whether you are celebrating Valentines, PALentines, GALentines or self love, this event is for you. Choose to paint either a canvas, candle or blank page notebook. It's priced £26pp and includes a cocktail or mocktail. Ticket link on Port of Call socials.

12. Paint & Sip, Port of Call

Port of Call in Park Lane is hosting a Paint & Sip session from 7pm to 9pm on February 12. Whether you are celebrating Valentines, PALentines, GALentines or self love, this event is for you. Choose to paint either a canvas, candle or blank page notebook. It's priced £26pp and includes a cocktail or mocktail. Ticket link on Port of Call socials. | Sunderland Echo

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