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Valentine’s Day Activities for All to Enjoy

Regardless of whether you’re spending Valentines Day this year with your significant other, as a family with kids of any age, with friends, or even by yourself, there is an activity to be enjoyed by everyone!

Not looking to spend a TON of money either? No worries! Central Jersey inMotion has got you covered with the best offers on these fun, unique, and even relaxing and pampering activities!

And of course, before/after partaking in these fun things to do, you’ll need some yummy food to fuel you and your loved ones. Check out the Eat Local section of our website for information on dozens of area restaurants, eateries and more. Plus, be sure to download our Locals InMotion™  app for the iPhone® to unlock more exclusive offers. To download our app, please visit us in the iTunes store.

Valentine’s Day Activities for All to Enjoy

Starting with our couples’ activities or even just for YOU, Essence Massage Spa in South Bound Brook, NJ is offering 3 amazing spa packages for the month of February that each include fine chocolate, glass of champagne, and a special gift! Package #1 is for a therapeutic massage and custom facial for $140, package #2 is for a chocolate facial, micro dermabrasion, and a hand paraffin treatment for $115, and package #3 is for a therapeutic massage, hot stones for your back, and aromatherapy for $75! Book online to set up your appointment or call the studio direct! Gift certificates are also available. 69 Main Street, South Bound Brook, NJ 08880, (908)-930-3045, www.essencespanj.com 

Next, here’s an amazing option if you’re looking to celebrate with friends, or your significant other. Pinot’s Palette in Red Bank is fun and unique way to enjoy some drinks and music while your realize just how good of an artist you are! Classes range from $30-$50 per painter and a couple’s paint night is certainly a departure from the ordinary so it’s worth it! Going with friends? Painting is a fun way to express your creativity with your best buds. Plus, its BYOB so it’s sure to be a good time. (You’ll even enjoy some delicious chocolates from Suzi’s Sweet Shoppe!) 12 Broad Street, 1st Floor, Red Bank, NJ 07701 (732)-219-9222, www.pinotspalette.com/redbank

Here’s something your kids will LOVE! It’s not every day you can ride speedy go karts, the Kite Flyer, Skyscraper, bumper cars, and play 2-level laser tag. Plus, it’s all indoors, so weather is never an issue (if this Valentine’s Day isn’t so warm in Jersey). You can check out their rates here. Looking to go with your significant other? Sunday, February 10th, come sing along with The Cast of The Jersey Four during iPlay America‘s Jersey Four Valentine’s Dinner Show. They’ll take you on journey from the very beginning of The Four Season’s #1 Hits from Big Girls Don’t Cry to Walk Like a Man, and Who Loves You. In between songs, you’ll enjoy trivia, narratives, and plenty of humor. Reserve a seat or a table for all of your friends! Tickets include admission, buffet dinner, and a cocktail service. 110 Schanck Road, Freehold, NJ 07728, (732)-577-8200, www.iplayamerica.com 

What better way to spend Valentine’s Day than with all the ones (little ones especially) you love? At Jenkinson’s Boardwalk on February 8th and 9th from 6:00-9:00pm, you can get four admission tickets to Jenkinson’s Aquarium, plain pizza and pitcher of soda at the Pavilion, a $10 PlayCard for the Pavilion Arcade, and four treats from the Sweet Shop for just $54.95. (Add on an extra person for just $10!) This is perfect for kids, and the kids at heart! 300 Ocean Avenue, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742, (732)-892-0600, www.jenkinsons.com

No matter how you decide to spend Valentine’s Day this year, and with who, just be with the ones you love and cherish the most. Take some time to rest and relax at Essence Massage Spa, or be lively and playful at iPlay America! Make new memories, and even possibly, new traditions for the coming years with these fun and fresh activities to try around Jersey.

Central Jersey InMotion Staff

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