The best things to do in Kuala Lumpur for Valentine's Day 2025

Single? Not for long, especially if the good folks of Take The Leap have it their way. ICYMI, the city’s speed dating experts are organising what they’re dubbing “the largest” singles’ mixer this Valentine’s Day weekend, featuring 50 men and 50 women between the ages of 21 to 39 years old. There will be an ice-breaking session, activity booths, and “conversation corners” for participants to find their tribe. By popular request, it’s a non-halal speed dating event, i.e. alcoholic drinks will be served, and it’s being held at Curious Kitchen, a restaurant famed for pork ribs. If this sounds like your thing, sign up here or contact the organisers via WhatsApp for more information. 

When February 15, 3pm-7pm
Where Curious Kitchen 
Tickets here, from RM125

This one’s strictly for all the Gen Zs aged between 18 and 30 who can’t find love. DEL’CS, the fashion label born in Taman Paramount, is organising Love Island, an IRL reality television-themed matchmaking event for like-minded singles featuring mini-challenges and games such as limbo to win ‘villa cash’ to be used in The Love Auction. It’s a whole thing. You might meet the love of your life. Or maybe it’s a chance to mingle with a new gang of people and have a laugh. 

When February 15 & 16, 1pm-8pm
Where Awegallery
Tickets here, RM30

If gift-giving is your love language, go to The Godown this Valentine’s weekend for a celebration of arts and crafts, all made with love. What to expect: 30 artist vendors peddling batik pillows, jewellery, hand-painted trinket dishes and more, coffee by Point Blank, food, talks and workshops, including an abstract landscape embroidery workshop. 

When February 14 & 15, noon-7pm
Where The Godown Arts Centre
Tickets here, RM30 inclusive of one drink

Celebrating love doesn’t have to be capital-R Romance complete with a candlelit dinner and 99 red roses. If you and your date think humour is hot, hit up KL Comedy Corner to get those giggle-induced endorphins flowing. The comedy club’s Valentine’s weekend special will feature the one and only Russell Curtis, Malaysian singer-songwriter-turn-comedian (also founder of KL Comedy Corner). Expect a blend of soulful tunes with side-splitting comedy from the singing comedian. 

When February 14 and 15, 9pm-11pm 
Where KL Comedy Corner
Tickets here, from RM60 per pax and RM100 per couple

The Block Party and Saturday Selects take over kyō on the eve of Valentine’s Day, transforming it into Hotel Amour in celebration of all things love. Baby J, the Indo-Australian DJ, takes the stage with her high-energy set, supported by an all-female local lineup: Aidaho, IRAMA and Nadia, Juju, and Smooth Brain Girly. Whether you’re dancing solo, with friends, or with your special someone, Hotel Amour will be a night to remember.

When February 13, 10pm onwards
Where Kyo KL
Tickets here, from RM68

You might’ve been to a Fono is for Lovers night at fono. If not, we’ll clue you in: it’s fono’s monthly tribute to all sorts of dance-able music, from disco to Latin funk, African rhythms to post-punk, jazz fusion, and dub-by psychedelia. This month’s edition magically coincides with Valentine’s Day; what better excuse to take yourself out dancing or to sweep your lover off their feet. On the dance floor, all relationship statuses are welcomed.

When February 14, 9pm-2am
Where fono
Tickets here, RM30 inclusive of one drink

Go full-glam for a night at the orchestra. Treat your boo to a Valentine’s Day soundtracked by the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra and conductor Gerard Salonga performing a passionate programme filled with classic love songs and contemporary favourites from films such as ‘In The Mood For Love’, ‘Pride & Prejudice’, and ‘Romeo and Juliet’. 

When February 15, 8pm onwards
Where Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra
Tickets here, from RM229

For a hands-on, super sweet Valentine’s Day, sign up for LLEBEURRE’s cake decorating workshop at AREA 33’s Love Fest market in Kedai. Pipe your own 4-inch heart-shaped cake using the vintage method, also known as Lambeth style. The cake, buttercream, and decorating supplies will be provided. Bonus: learn a new skill. Another bonus: you can have your cake and eat it too! 

The workshop is beginner-friendly, and you can go it alone as a Galentine’s Day activity or with a partner. Post-workshop, be sure to explore the market for some bites, shopping, single-and-mingle events, and more.

When February 16, 2pm-3.30pm
Where Love Fest, Kedai 
Tickets here, RM150 per pax