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Whether youâre celebrating love, friendship, or just want an excuse to treat yourself, Hobart is packed with dreamy, delicious, and delightfully creative ways to spend Valentineâs Day. From clay dates to pasta plates, cyanotype art to fancy high teas, hereâs our 2026 Valentine’s Day roundup.
đ Studio Dirt
Swap a dinner date for something a little more Ghostâcoded. Studio Dirt is hosting intimate 2.5âhour wheelâthrowing sessions for pairs. Spots are limited. Book via their website!
đ Institut Polaire
Seafood lovers, this is the splurge. Expect scallop sashimi, caviar Ă©clairs, lobster pasta, and chocolate mousse, all paired with Champagne Billecart-Salmon and Antarctic martinis. Book via their website.
đ Mures Upper Deck
Celebrate with a refined threeâcourse menu featuring the best Tasmanian seafood. Youâll enjoy arrival bread and oysters, an entrĂ©e, your choice of main, and a shared dessert finale for $159 per person (prepaid). Optional additions include Bellebonne sparkling and Baerii caviar.
đKickstart Arts
If your love language is creativity, this oneâs for you.
Cyanotype, one of the original 1800s photographic processes, produces dreamy, deep-blue artworks youâll design and create yourself. Book your spot now!
đAURA
Located on level 12 with sweeping city, harbour and mountain views, AURAâs Sparkling High Tea is the perfect classy afternoon treat. Enjoy Tasmanian sparkling on arrival, handâmade delicacies from the pastry team, and premium teas or barista coffee, all for $69 per person. Book now.
đThe Telegraph Hotel
Whether youâre after dinner or starlit cocktails, The Tele has you sorted. Their Valentineâs special includes a dozen fresh local oysters and a bottle of House of Arras for $140. Stay downstairs for Ă la carte dining or head to the rooftop for sunset drinks.
đLumina
Gather your best pals for a long, leisurely, craftâfilled day. Think big catchâups, halfâstarted projects, sweet and savoury snacks, iced drinks, and a cosy, noârush space. Bring your own craft or pick something from their menu and settle in.
đTrinity
Queer club night on Valentineâs Eve at Grand Poobah Kissing Room. The category is: all things pink. Expect soft bodies and hard beats, queer communion and creativity, music from Anaya, L$F and Mum, and a room full of every shade of pink imaginable. Get your tix here!
đFIND Jewellery Collective
If your Valentine loves beautiful things, FIND Jewellery Collective in the heart of Salamanca is your goâto. Featuring a curated range of contemporary pieces from local and national makers, it’s the perfect spot to pick up something thoughtful, unique and beautifully crafted. Ideal for gifting, treating yourself, or finding that âjust rightâ piece for someone special.
đWildly Abigail
Wildly Abigail has you covered for all things floral and romantic this Valentineâs Day. Beyond their signature blooms, theyâre also stocking special Valentineâs gift boxes filled with delightful goodies ready to spoil someone you love (including yourself). Itâs gifting made easy, beautiful, considered and ohâso charming.
đPitzi
Pitzi is serving up a dreamy dateânight atmosphere thatâs perfect for February 14. Think warm lighting, good wine and comforting Italian dishes that make lingering over dinner feel effortless. The perfect spot for couples who want a relaxed, delicious night out that exudes molto bene vibes.