February 7, 2024 | Online Article njmonthly.com

Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day with a significant other or good friends, or simply practicing some self-care, there are plenty of ways to make the day special. Get creative with a pastry-, painting- or cocktail-making class, run a 5K, enjoy live music, or get happy at a comedy show. Plus, check out statewide Valentine’s Day restaurant specials as well as more Galentine’s Day fun.

NORTH JERSEY

A Night of Love
📅: Friday, February 9 (7 pm)
📍: Prudential Center • Newark
ℹ️: Featuring R&B artists Keysheia Cole, Trey Songz, Jaheim, and K. Michelle.
💸: $75-$155

Cupid’s Chase 5k

ℹ️: A Valentine’s Day themed 5k that benefits Community Options Inc., which supports people with disabilities.

📅: Saturday, February 10 (8 am)
📍: The Daily Plan It • Morristown
💸: $45

📅: Saturday, February 10 (8 am)
📍: Glen Rock Municipal Pool • Glen Rock
💸: $45

📅: Saturday, February 10 (8 am)
📍: Tamaques Park • Westfield
💸: $45

CENTRAL JERSEY

Valentine’s Day Cocktail Class

📅: Thursday, February 8 (6:30 pm-8:30 pm)
📍: 618 Restaurant • Freehold
ℹ️: Learn to craft three new cocktails.
💸: $129
Cupid’s Chase 5k
Cupid’s Chase Central Jersey

Run a 5k for a good cause.

ℹ️: A Valentine’s Day themed 5k that benefits Community Options Inc., which supports people with disabilities.

📅: Saturday, February 10 (8 am)
📍: Duke Island Park • Bridgewater
💸: $45

📅: Saturday, February 10 (8 am)
📍: Lake Como • Lake Como
💸: $45

📅: Saturday, February 10 (8 am)
📍: Performing Arts Center at Princeton High School • Princeton
💸: $45

SOUTH JERSEY

Sweet Art in Disguise

📅: Saturday, February 10 (10 am-Noon)
📍: John F. Peto Studio Museum • Island Heights
ℹ️: A hands-on pastry class, perfect for a romantic date or a good time with friends.
💸: $25
Cupid’s Chase 5k
Cupid’s Chase South Jersey

Run a 5k for a good cause. Courtesy of Community Options Inc.

ℹ️: A Valentine’s Day themed 5k that benefits Community Options Inc., which supports people with disabilities.

📅: Saturday, February 10 (8 am)
📍: Green Acres Park • Burlington
💸: $45

📅: Saturday, February 10 (8 am)
📍: Seaside Heights Boardwalk • Seaside Heights
💸: $45