Valentine’s Day in Washington DC 2010
Here are some great things to do in Washington DC for Valentine’s Day 2010
Chocolate Lovers Festival in Fairfax, Virginia
(February 6-7, 2010; Saturday, 8a.m.-5p.m.; Sunday, noon-4p.m.; Downtown Historic Fairfax; 10455 Armstrong St.; Fairfax, VA; www.chocolatefestival.net)
What says love better than chocolate? The Chocolate Lovers Festival in Fairfax is an annually held two day extravaganza held in celebration of Valentine’s Day. The weekend’s events features The Chocolate Challenge, a fantastic arts contest which hosts artwork constructed entirely out of chocolate, and numerous vendors sampling their goodies. Visitors can also participate in the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast which features delicious chocolate chip pancakes, as well as historical re-enactments and craft shows galore.
Woo at the Zoo
(February 12, 2010; two presentation time slots: 6:30-7:30 p.m. or 8:30-9:30 p.m.; Smithsonian National Zoo)
Smithsonian’s National Zoo in Washington, D.C. is offering a fun-filled event for Valentine’s Day, also known as Woo at the Zoo! The event is a light and fun exploration into the sexual behaviors (mating, wooing and reproductive habits) of surrounding zoo animals and is hosted by the zoo’s animal experts.
The fun starts at the zoo’s visitor center auditorium where patrons can create personalized Valentine’s cards for their special someone’s while sipping on drinks from the cash bar and enjoying other Valentine’s festivities. Please be advised that Woo at the Zoo is for adults, ages 21 and up and reservations are mandatory! Each ticket is valid for a time-specified show. The special Valentine’s Day price is $7 for FONZ members and $10 for nonmembers.
Valentine’s All Star Comedy Show
(Young Chow’s restaurant; 420 23rd St.; Crystal City, VA 22202; Thursday, 8:30p.m.; Friday, 9:30p.m.; Saturday, 8p.m. & 10p.m.)
Bring your Valentine to a hilarious stand up comedy show featuring three amazing stand-up comedians from HBO at Young Chow’s restaurant. Packages include dinner reservations and show tickets while hotel accommodations may be added for this special day. Reservations are required.
Watson Adventure V-Day Scavenger Hunt
This Valentine’s Day, spend the day at Watson Adventure’s Naked at the National Gallery Scavenger hunt where you will be sent on a fun mission to discover secrets concealed within works of art featuring…you guessed it, nudity! The event encourages people, singles, couples and friends alike, to participate in this one of a kind Valentine’s event which will take place on February 13th and 14th. Visit www.watsonadventures.com for more info.
Cold Case Love at The International Spy Museum
The International Spy Museum presents an exciting activity for Valentine’s Day which features an audience interactive show aptly named Operation Spy. Visitors are welcome to deliberate with fellow spies in order to survive the mission’s tricky challenges Afterwards, enjoy a festive and romantic dinner at Zola restaurant which includes oysters and champagne. Visit www.loveaspy.org to reserve a spot for you and your loved one.
