Top ways, places to celebrate Valentine's Day in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill

With the holiday right around the corner, it's time to lock down your Valentine's Day plans. Although Valentine's Day is mostly seen as a holiday for couples, it can be so much more than that! Valentine's Day can be spent with a significant other but can also be spent with children, friends, or other family members.

When living in the Triangle, there are many wonderful ways to spend Valentine's Day, no matter who you decide to spend it with. From various Valentine's Day events to different Raleigh date ideas, there's something for everyone. The best thing about this special holiday is that you don't have to limit the fun to just one day either.

Valentine's Day events start several days before the holiday and you can celebrate it yourself in your own ways throughout the entire week. Are you ready to plan the perfect Valentine's Day this year but need some help with ideas? In the guide below, you'll find several awesome ways to spend your Valentine's Day this year!

Valentine's Day events: 20+ ways to treat yourself this Valentine's Day

On Sunday Feb. 11 from noon to 4 p.m., you'll find the Love Local Valentine's Artisan Market at the Hartwell Night Market at 620 W. South St. in Raleigh. Small businesses and local makers will line up for the market, giving you the perfect shopping opportunity. The event itself is free to visit, but be sure to be prepared to purchase some of the unique items you'll find here.

The bar will also be open while you shop, so you can sip on a cold glass of beer or some wine while you shop around. If you're in the mood for cheese and a charcuterie board, then you're in luck. Femme Fromage & Co will be there to supply you with all these delicious needs!

Bring your loved one or bring the entire family for a day out at the market.

You can find a list of these events on their website. Be sure to check them out before choosing a day and time to come. Once you know when you want to visit the goats, don't forget to make a reservation.

Advanced registration for specific time slots is required.

After exploring all of the fabulous galleries in the museum, enjoy dessert at the museum's East Cafe and Sip, then head outside to the Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park.

Here, you'll find monumental public art installations. It's a sure way to spend Valentine's Day admiring art.

The third Saturday of each month is the Local Maker and Vintage Market. On Valentine's Day this year, the brewing company offers Film Club Presents: True Romance from 7 to 9:30 p.m. The event is free as well.

This hotel offers many wonderful relaxing activities for couples. The two of you can enjoy a glass of wine while sitting near the lake or partake in a couple's massage before heading to Heron's (the hotel's restaurant) for dinner. What's so unique about this restaurant?

The chefs there use herbs and produce grown on the hotel's farm, found not too many miles don't the road.

You'll also explore all the legends of love told by various ancient cultures, sky objects, and constellations. There are a variety of showtimes on Feb. 12 and 13.

Do keep in mind that this show is intended for teens and older. It's not recommended for younger children.

Tickets are on sale now, so be sure to grab yours soon. Remember to bring your mask as masks are required.

On Valentine's Day at 8 p.m., School of Rock at Local 506 (506 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill) will host a Valentine's Day Karaoke Party. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the event is free. Local 506 is an all-age rock club.

For this reason, feel free to bring the entire family along! Everyone can come together to celebrate the holiday and have lots of fun singing some of their favorite songs.

Who said Valentine's Day has to be spent in an extravagant way? For those families and couples who like to check out all the local restaurant specials, this list of fast food Valentine's Day specials will brighten your day! Here's what you need to know:

Different fast-food restaurants and other restaurants will offer Valentine's Day specials, so be sure to know what's available near you and get some awesome deals!

In downtown Raleigh, you can take the Love Stories and Broken Hearts Walking Tour. On this tour, you'll learn about the city's not as well-known love stories. While you stroll through this guided tour in downtown, you'll make some stops at historical places.

You'll be surprised by how many interesting love stories in Raleigh's history there are to tell and learn about. You can take this tour on Valentine's Day from 2 to 4 p.m. starting from 200 N. Blount St. The tour itself is free, but donations are encouraged.

A great way to celebrate Valentine's Day while safe and cozy at home is by learning how to bake and cook fabulous desserts and meals with your loved one. The two of you can enjoy a bonding experience creating a variety of dishes.

This next event is for all the single individuals on Valentine's Day. No, you're not alone. There are many other single people on this special holiday.

The party will feature catered food, music, dancing and many other fun things that the ATB team is putting together for the event. The event costs $10 when you pay in advance and $20 when you pay at the door.