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Lovely Activities Kids Will Adore

Valentine’s Day isn’t just for moms and dads—it’s another chance to share the love with your little ones! From creating heart-themed crafts to dancing and playing fun games, NEPA has plenty of exciting events planned to celebrate this heart-filled holiday. This year, make Valentine’s Day unforgettable with creativity and plenty of sweet moments together.

Sweet Valentine's Day Events
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My Grownup + Me Valentine Yoga

Sunday, February 2 at 1 p.m.

Children and their grown-ups are invited to a fun and heartwarming Valentine’s Day yoga session at Balance Yoga & Wellness in Forty Fort designed to strengthen bonds and spread love. This kid-friendly session promotes relaxation, connection and spreading love in a playful, supportive environment.

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Family Valentine’s Day Party

Saturday, February 8 at 10 a.m.

The Waverly Community House invites kids and their families to enjoy a day of festive fun with games, crafts and activities centered around love and friendship. It’s a great way to celebrate the holiday with your little ones and share some special moments that they’ll remember for years to come.

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February Teen Night

Friday, February 7 at 6 p.m.

Join in the fun in Mountain Top at The Art Party Place for a Teen Night event where kids ages 12-17 can create their own Valentine Sea Glass Tree. With music, pizza, popcorn and plenty of creative supplies, this 2-hour class offers a chance to craft a unique Valentine’s-inspired project.

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A pink graphic with red hearts around the border. Text reads: “2025 Valentine Sweetheart Dance. Friday, February 7th, 5-7 p.m. Greater Scranton YMCA. 706 North Blakely St., Dunmore, PA 18512” with the YMCA logo.
Valentine Sweetheart Dance

Friday, February 7 at 5 p.m.

The Greater Scranton YMCA invites children ages 1-14 to enjoy a night of dancing, music and fun with a special adult in their life for the 2025 Valentine Sweetheart Dance. Each couple will receive a keepsake photo and light refreshments will be served.

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A table covered in a black cloth displays a variety of craft supplies including colorful construction paper, patterned paper, doilies, blank cards and a jar of colorful pencils. The table is set up for a crafting workshop at the Everhart Museum in Scranton, PA.
Valentine’s Day Drop-In Workshop

Saturday, February 8 at 11 a.m.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the Everhart Museum in Scranton with a fun, drop-in workshop where all ages can design and create their own personalized valentines. Materials are provided, and the workshop is included with regular admission.

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A graphic with pink hearts for Long Live Playtime's Lots of Love Parties. Text reads: “Wednesday, February 12. Games, prizes, crafts, snacks and more. 3 parties: 9:30-noon, 1-3:30 p.m. and 4:30-7 p.m. Wood craft from Sawdust Sixty Six. Visit from Mr. Mouse (Hot Diggity-Dog). Adopt a mini stuffy. $30 per child includes playtime. $20 per child for the third sibling and up. $20 for members. Pre-registration is required. Email longliveplaytime@gmail.com, DM us on Facebook or call (570) 718-8700” with the Long Live Playtime logo.
Lots of Love Parties

Wednesday, February 12 at 9:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Join the fun at Long Live Playtime in Edwardsville for a Valentine’s craft party, featuring adorable projects for all ages—fingerprint crafts for little ones and painting for older kids. Enjoy games, snacks, a visit from Mickey Mouse, and even create your own adopt-a-mini stuffy, with playtime included in the price! Pre-registration is required.

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A man in black attire, including a mask, helmet, and gloves, is holding a paintball gun while squatting in a field of grass with multi-colored heart-shaped flowers. This is a promotion for the Valentine's Scavenger Hunt at Skirmish Paintball in Albrightsville, PA.
Valentine’s Scavenger Hunt

Friday, February 14 at 9:30 a.m.

Start your Valentine’s Day weekend with a fun scavenger hunt at Skirmish Paintball in Albrightsville. Search for hidden hearts throughout the facility and exchange them for exciting prizes, including paintball passes, Pocono Whitewater rafting or a Pocono Biking adventure.

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Kids Culinary Corner: Valentine’s Day Baking

Friday, February 14 at 5 p.m.

Spend a delightful evening with Miss Madi at Bloomsburg Children’s Museum learning to bake Valentine’s Day-inspired treats. Open to students ages 6 and up, this hands-on class is perfect for young bakers to get creative in the kitchen.

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Valentine Kids Night Out

Friday, February 14 at 6 p.m.

Give your kids a creative evening at Valentine Kids Night Out at The Art Room in Scranton. Designed for ages 5-10, this fun event includes Valentine-inspired art projects, pizza, drinks and treats—perfect for parents to enjoy a night off while their kids have fun.

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Valentine Edition Mom & Me Yoga Class

Sunday, February 16 at 2 p.m.

Introduce your kids to the benefits of yoga at Nearme Yoga Moosic with a class designed for children ages 4-12, where they’ll explore self-soothing, focus, and balance through engaging poses and activities. Parents are welcome to join this shared experience, fostering bonding while promoting mindfulness and reducing anxiety.

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Sweetheart Dance

Sunday, February 16 at 6 p.m.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day in the Poconos at Kalahari Resorts’ Sweetheart Dance, a family-friendly evening featuring a dinner buffet, games, photo opportunities and more. Dress to impress and enjoy a night filled with sweet fun!

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Toast To Love

Looking for more ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day? From romantic dinners to exciting events and activities, there are plenty of options for grown-ups to enjoy a romantic day together.

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Michelle Johnson
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Michelle is a life-long NEPA resident and currently calls the Back Mountain home. She loves telling stories that highlight the places, people, and things that make this area such a great place to live. Outside of writing, Michelle loves to binge-watch HGTV home renovation shows, reading, and exploring local spots with her family.
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