Hey lovebirds. Are you trying to prepare for Valentine’s Day but are struggling to find the perfect plan? Lucky for you, here in Bellefontaine, we’re Ohio’s most lovable downtown making us a fitting place to spend the most lovable holiday. With February 14^th being a few weeks away, we’re here to help ease the stress of planning and let your main focus be that special someone in your life.

As Cupid’s stocking up on arrows, we’re stocking up on ideas that will show your date a little extra love this Valentine’s. From eating out to working out, we’ve got just the option to fit your lifestyle and spend the ideal day with your sweetheart in downtown Bellefontaine.

1. Food is a love language.

Valentine’s is known for all the chocolate you could dream of and City Sweets and Creamery has you covered. Chocolate covered strawberries, to be exact.

During the lovebird season, City Sweets is known for their one-of-a-kind chocolate covered strawberries. They’re made from scratch and as gorgeous as they are delicious. But that’s not all. City Sweets’ numerous other confectionery treats such as cupcakes, donuts, and candy classics are worth a trip in themselves. With their convenient drive thru window, pick up your loved one a present they’re sure to devour or take them to the shop for a nice dessert to follow your date night on the town. If food is the key to your heart, then City Sweets and Creamery is your solution to those sweet-tooth needs.

• In a committed relationship: with coffee.

Did someone say, “coffee?” Even if they didn’t, there’s never a bad time to talk about coffee. With two local coffee shops located in our downtown, Bellefontaine has your daily dose of caffeine hot and ready for you and your main squeeze.

Sometimes relationships are founded on a mutual love for caffeine. If this defines you and your significant other, your Valentine’s wouldn’t be complete without a stop at Native Coffee Co. or Sweet Aroma’s Coffee. With their diverse menus including coffee, espresso-based drinks, teas and more, both shops offer a variety of hot and cold beverages to fuel your Valentine’s plans. Take your orders to go and explore the downtown or sit and stay a while as you enjoy some conversation. Both locations have inviting and comfortable environments, idyllic for staring lovingly at your date. It’s the perfect start to any Valentine’s.

• Swolemates stay soulmates.

Are you the couple that loves to challenge each other at the gym? Or finds a good sweat session to bring you closer and deeper in awe of one another? Then make your way on over to Anytime Fitness, LoCo Depot, Jazzercise, or Ragnar Fitness and Yoga this Valentine’s Day and let a partner lift be true love’s gift.

Whether you prefer working out side by side, together in a group class, or individually, always keeping eye your swolemate from across the gym, our fitness centers offer it all. And with both centers located in the hub of downtown, you can tone up then cool down with a nutritional shake from HiPoint Nutrition or a fresh kombucha from The Olive Tree, just blocks away. Downtown Bellefontaine has numerous ways to build your love connection stronger, literally and metaphorically.

• All you knead is love.

You can’t spell, “couple’s massage” without the, “couple.” Let that couple be you. Peak Performance Holistic Health Center and Peaceful Place Massage are exactly what you need to relax, refresh, and really appreciate quality time with your significant other.

Treat yourself and your Valentine to a well-deserved couple’s massage this year. At each location, you will receive simultaneous massages in the same room and share the same peaceful experience. Did you know that when you receive a massage, your body releases oxytocin, also known as, “the love hormone?” This hormone creates a sense of affection and adoration in oneself. When you receive a couple’s massage, love is literally in the air. We can’t think of a more appropriate way to celebrate the most lovable holiday.

Who’s ready to have the most lovable Valentine’s in the most lovable downtown? Give your sweetheart a day they can cherish a little longer than a box of conversation candy hearts this year. Let your love soar, lovebirds!

To check out even more activities in downtown Bellefontaine and to find the best shops to grab the ultimate Valentine’s gifts, head over to our Downtown Map and explore all our small town offers.