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Last-minute local ideas for Valentine’s Day

From flowers to happy hours to meteor showers, we’ve got ideas to make your Valentine’s Day special.

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We’re feeling the love this Valentine’s Day.

Photos courtesy of Fort Worth Botanic Garden

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There’s no dodging Cupid’s arrow — Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching. Whether you’re celebrating your friendships or sugaring up your sweetheart, we’ve got last-minute Valentine’s Day ideas that will have you loving love.

🌵 Get fantastical with botanicals

If you’re quick, you might have your pick of bouquets using same-day flower delivery or experience flowers together with a romantic stroll through the Fort Worth Botanic Garden.

Or, get creative and nab a potted plant from these plant spots. Nothing says forever like a hardy succulent.

      🥂 Keep spirits up

      If you didn’t score reservations, don’t overthink… grab a drink. The following spots have Friday happy hours + check out our full guide for more options:

      • Cane Rosso | Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m. | Take advantage of $5 house wines, $2 off house cocktails, and pizza specials.
      • Maestro Tacos | Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m. | Pair delicious $2 tacos with a $7 house marg, or split a $35 margarita pitcher.
      • Grace | Daily, 4-6 p.m. | Make your afternoon effervescent with half-off bubbles by the glass.

      🌟 Go stargazing

      It doesn’t get much more idyllic than bundling up and looking at the stars. Head to one of these spots away from man-made light to take in the sky.

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