33 things to do Valentine's Day weekend

Whether you think of it as a commercialized abomination or the most romantic day of the year, Valentine's Day is approaching, and if you land in the latter camp — or at least somewhere in between — the time to plan is now.

Treat your love to an evening beyond chocolate and flowers with one of the following ideas. It is recommended to make a reservation for the events as soon as possible, as space is limited for most.

From partner yoga and glass-blowing classes to five-course dinners and classic films, here are 30 things to do Valentine's Day weekend.

"Spank! The Fifty Shades Parody"

It's been dubbed the world's No. 1 theatrical musical parody. Inspired by the steamy read that women went wild for, see "Spank! The Fifty Shades Parody" at Old National Centre.

8 p.m. Feb. 13, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Feb. 14, $27.50-$47.50, 502 N. New Jersey St., (317) 231-0000, oldnationalcentre.com.

Bouquets by Meg Catherine

Step up your flower game with a bouquet by Meg of Meg Catherine Flowers. The local florist will be at Homespun: Modern Handmade with her unique floral arrangements, while supplies last.

2 to 6 p.m. Feb. 13 and Feb. 14, 869 Massachusetts Ave., (317) 351-0280, pre-order at megcatherineflowers.bigcartel.com and find more information at homespunindy.com.

Sweet beats

See funk and R&B musician Bootsy Collins along with Donnell Jones and Miki Howard perform during the Love, Funk and Flow Valentine Festival at the Murat Theatre at Old National Centre.

8 p.m. Feb. 13, 502 N. New Jersey St., (317) 231-0000, $62.49, oldnationalcentre.com.

"My Fair Lady"

Can a snobby professor take a regular girl and make her into a woman of high society? Take your main squeeze to see the 1964 film, "My Fair Lady" starring Audrey Hepburn at the Historic Artcraft Theatre.

2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Feb. 13. and Feb. 14, 57 N. Main St., Franklin, $3-$5, (317) 736-6823, historicartcrafttheatre.org.

Cabaret with Peewinkle's Puppets

Puppets need love too. Bring your smallest sweethearts to Peewinkle's Puppet Studio for Valentine's Cabaret. Tickets include treats anda drink.

9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Feb. 13, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Feb. 14, 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Feb. 15, 25 E. Henry St., $13, free for children ages 2 and under, (317) 917-9454, peewinklespuppets.com.

Be My Valentine 5K

A little friendly competition is good for any relationship. The Be My Valentine 5K run/walk course takes participants through White River State Park, past the zoo and through IUPUI. The race benefits Riley Hospital for Children.

9 a.m. Feb. 14, 801 W. Washington St., $25 registration fee, $30 after today, fun-races.com.

"Casablanca": Film and Live Orchestra

Watch one of the greatest love films of all time while the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra performs the film's score at several showings Feb. 13 through Feb. 15.

11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Feb. 13, 8 p.m. Feb. 14 and 3 p.m. Feb. 15, 32 E. Washington St., $15-$91, (317) 639-4300, indianapolissymphony.org.

Cooking Class at Nestle Inn

If the way to your partner's heart is through his or her stomach, consider a cooking class at Nestle Inn. Feb. 13 is a lesson in crepes, savory and sweet, followed by two sessions of Everything Chocolate on Feb. 14. All classes are instructed by chefs from The Chef's Academy.

6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 13, 6 to 8 p.m. and 8:30 to 10:30 p.m Feb. 14, 637 N. East St., $65 per person, (317) 610-5200, nestleindy.com.

"An Affair to Remember"

Cozy up in the Toby at the Indianapolis Museum of Art for the 1957 romance film starring Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr. Before the film, get in the mood with a love letter writing workshop.

8 p.m. Feb 13., 4000 Michigan Road, $6 members, $9 public, (317) 923-1331, imamuseum.org.

Date Night Yoga and Massage

Work up a sweat together at All People Yoga Center. Feb. 13 is buy one, get one person free at Date Night Yoga. On Feb. 14, start the day with a workshop in essential oils from 10 to 11:30 a.m. From noon to 2 p.m., enjoy partner yoga and massage, where you'll learn ways to help each other relax.

5:45 to 7 p.m. Feb. 13, 10 to 11:30 a.m. and noon to 2 p.m Feb. 14, 1724 E. 86th, $17 for date night class, $25 per person for individual workshop, $40 per person for both workshops, (317) 818-1800, allpeopleyoga.com.

A Musical Valentine: Through the Eyes of Love

Indiana University's The Singing Hoosiers pay tribute to Marvin Hamlisch with music from titles like "A Chorus Line," "Sophie's Choice" and "The Way We Were" at the Palladium.

7:30 p.m. Feb. 14, 1 Center Green, Carmel, $10-$63, (317) 843-3800, thecenterpresents.org.

Be My Valentine

After a romantic dinner, head to The Warehouse in Carmel for "Be My Valentine" — an evening of champagne, chocolate-dipped strawberries, petit fours and live duets by Blair Clark and Heather Ramsey Clark.

8:30 to 10:30 p.m. Feb. 14, 254 1st Ave. SW, Carmel, $45 per person, (317) 661-1760, visit liveforthemusic.com for reservations (required).

Candlelight Partner Yoga

Join a 90-minute class at CITYOGA to create poses and sequences with your partner, complete with an exploration of Thai massage techniques.

5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 14, 2442 N. Central Ave., $25 per couple, register in advance, (317) 920-9642, cityoga.biz.

Spa packages at Transformations Salon and Spa

Choose from two options for couple's treatments at Transformations Salon and Spa. Deeply Devoted offers a Swedish massage followed by a customizable Glo facial and European manicure and pedicure. Together Forever offers a warm chocolate scented massage and Farmhouse Fresh manicure and pedicure. Both packages include a light lunch.

Specials run through Feb. 28, 8083A S. Madison Ave., starting at $259 per couple, (317) 882-1773, transformationssalonandspa.com.

Amore at The Villa

Enjoy a 60-minute Swedish massage, complete with two glasses of sparkling wine and chocolate dessert at The Villa Inn. Make a night or weekend of it by reserving a room at the Inn or one of its nearby sister properties.

1456 N. Delaware St., $230 per couple for spa treatment, (317) 916-8500, thevillainn.com.

Glass Blowing

Kenyon's Creations is offering two Valentine's Day classes at GRT Hot Glass Studios. Create a heart or sphere paperweight with your loved one. Stay after for a free demonstration in glass blowing.

3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Feb. 14, 6400 Brookville Road, $45 per person, (317) 979-6941, kenyonscreations.com.

Love, Lust and Art

The Love, Lust, and Poetry exhibit is running all month at Nickel Plate Arts, but there are a variety of activities throughout Valentine's weekend. From 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 13, a singles' mixer offers art projects, snacks and drinks for $40. A family open house will be held on Valentine's Day with activities ranging in price from free to $5. From 6 to 9 p.m. that evening is date night for couples, featuring spoken word presentations and art stations ranging from ukelele lessons to cupcake decorating. Each activity is $10 per couple.

Feb. 13 and Feb. 14, 107 S. 8th St., Noblesville, (317) 452-3690, nickelplatearts.org.

Lucky in Love

Indiana Grand has several options for lovers looking to get lucky on Valentine's Day weekend. From Feb. 13 through Feb. 17 the casino will offer a $99 couples' dinner at its new fine dining restaurant Center Cut, a couples' party at Clubhouse Dining, as well as free live music by Restless Heart at 8 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. on Feb. 14.

Feb. 13 to 17, 4300 N. Michigan Road, Shelbyville, (877) 386-4463, indianagrand.com.

Sweets for your sweetie

This event pairs treats from the tropics like chocolate and coffee to highlight Garfield Gardens Conservatory's tropical plants. Enjoy them by candlelight and learn more about their origins.

7 to 9 p.m. Feb. 14, 2505 Conservatory Drive, $8 per person, $15 per couple, reserve by Feb. 13 by calling (317) 327-7580 or online at garfieldgardensconservatory.org/events.

Sweet 16 at Nicky Blaine's

Celebrate Nicky Blaine's 16th anniversary on Valentine's night with drink specials, live music by Saints of Havana, and prizes. Share your Nicky Blaine's-related love story on social media in advance to enter.

6 p.m. doors, 8 p.m. music, Feb. 14, 20 N. Meridian St., $5 cover, (317) 638-5588, nickyblaines.com.

Love is All You Need Dinner Dance

The Rathskeller will host a three-course meal followed by a live performance at 8 p.m. by Woomblies Rock Orchestra at this annual event.

6 p.m. to midnight Feb. 14, 401 E. Michigan St., $90 per couple, call (317) 636-0396 for reservations, rathskeller.com.

Valentine's Day Sweetheart Dinner

The Indianapolis Propylaeum hosts a romantic candlelight dinner for two with music provided by harpist Elizabeth O'Meara Ahlgrim.

6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 14, 1410 N. Delaware St., $100-$150 per couple, (317) 638-7881, propindy.org.

Valentine's Day Dinner at Sullivan's Steakhouse

"Sweep her off her seat" at Sullivan's Steakhouse for a three-course dinner.

Feb. 13 to 15, 3316 E. 86th St., $59 per person, (317) 580-1280, sullivanssteakhouse.com.

Dinner at The Melting Pot

The Melting Pot of Indianapolis refers to chocolate and Valentine's Day as "The Original Power Couple." A special five-course prix fix fondue menu will be available.

Feb. 12 to 15, 5650 E. 8th St., $65-$80 per person, (317) 841-3601, meltingpot.com.

Valentine Dinner at Prairie Guest House

Make room for a four-course candlelit dinner at Prairie Guest House. To make a full night of it, reserve a guest room that will be prepped with a few special touches.

6:30 p.m. Feb. 13 and 14, 13805 Allisonville Road, Fishers, $120 per couple, $250 per couple for dinner, a guest room and breakfast the following morning, (317) 663-8728, prairieguesthouse.com.

Love is Back in the Castle

Those who prefer a more casual meal can head to White Castle on Valentine's Day for dinner with tableside service.

4 to 10 p.m. Feb. 14, locations vary, call (317) 269-4590 for reservations, whitecastle.com.

Valentine's Dinner at Mallow Run Winery

Mallow Run Winery hosts dinner and a special wine pairing in a rustic setting. Live entertainment will be provided by The Castlewood Singers.

7:30 p.m. doors, 8:15 p.m. dinner, Feb. 13 and 14, 6964 West Whiteland Road, Bargersville, $65 per person, reserve between noon and 6 p.m. by calling (317) 422-1556, mallowrun.com.

Romantic Valentine's Day Dinner

At the Chateau Thomas Plainfield Winery & Tasting Room, guests and couples are invited to a candlelight dinner for two. Each course will be paired with a wine selected by Dr. Charles Thomas. Hotel and dinner packages are available.

7 to 9 p.m. Feb. 14, 6291 Cambridge Way, Plainfield, $130 per person, reserve by Feb. 10, (317) 837-9463, chateauthomas.com.

Valentine's Weekend at the Loft

Love lasts all weekend at The Loft at Trader's Point Creamery with special menu features on Feb. 13 and 15 and a prix fixe dinner on Feb 14. Classical harpist Jan Aldridge will play live music for dinner each night.

5 to 9:30 Feb. 14, regular hours Feb. 13 and 15, 9101 Moore Road, Zionsville, $58 per person on Sat., (317) 733-1700, traderspointcreamery.com/valentines-weekend.

Indie Indy Foodie Tour

Technically this event is several days before the Valentine's weekend but if you want to avoid the crowds, consider this: take a tour of three romantic spots, accompanied by acoustic guitar music. First, it's wine and appetizers at Peace Water Winery, followed by dinner at Prairie Guest House, and finally, dessert at Rascia's Creative Cakes.

6-9:15 p.m. Feb. 10, $95 per person, www.smallpotatoesindy.com.

Valentine's Day Aphrodisiac Dinner

Chef John Adams, along with local bartenders, Scott Lowe from Bluebeard and Steve Simon from Broad Ripple Tavern offer a four-course meal along with suggested cocktails to get you in the mood.

7 p.m. Feb. 13 and 14, $60 per person for food only, 1912 Broad Ripple Ave., search www.eventbrite.com.

Wine Pairing Dinner

Catering and event planning company Small Potatoes, along with Harmony Winery, will host a four-course dinner paired with wines.

8 p.m. Feb. 14, $65 per person, 7350 Village Square Lane, Fishers, (317) 585-9463, harmonywinery.com.

Call Star reporter Leslie Bailey at (317) 444-6094 and follow her on Twitter: @Lesalina.