V-Day Date Ideas: Dome Dining Under The Stars & Romantic Photo Spots At Capitol Singapore & CHIJMES

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By Shairah on 10 Feb 2023

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Valentine’s Day is less than a week away!

We understand that planning for the most romantic day of the year can be daunting and sometimes, downright stressful. Whether you’re celebrating your first or tenth year together with your significant other, the pressure is on to pull off a spectacular celebration.

Good news: we’re letting you in on awesome V-day date ideas that’ll impress even Cupid himself! From alfresco dining to Insta-worthy photo spots and dining deals, read on to find out 5 things you can do to make this Valentine’s Day in Singapore a truly special occasion to remember.

Photo from CHIJMES

#1 Dine under the stars in a dome

We can all agree that CHIJMES is one of the most romantic spots in Singapore. With its beautiful architecture and scenic surroundings, we can’t think of a more apt location to celebrate Valentine’s Day!

Here’s something even more romantic: you can enjoy a one-of-a-kind Dome Dining Under The Stars with your sweetheart. Situated in the heart of CHIJMES at The Lawn, each dome will be beautifully furnished with ambience lighting and cosy lounge chairs for the ultimate private celebration. Of course, dinner and drinks will be served so you can tuck into a delicious meal for two from Senor Taco’s special Valentine’s Day menu (from $120++ for 2 persons).

Psst…you can also bring your friends along for a group date – the dome accommodates up to 6 persons.

Dome Dining Under The Stars is available from 10-28 February at 12pm-3pm, 5pm-11pm (Mon-Thu); 12pm-11pm (Fri-Sun). Limited slots so book early here. Walk-ins based on availability.

Photo from CHIJMES

#2 Capture your Happily Ever After moment

Want to profess your undying devotion to your beloved? Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to go all out and make it an Insta-worthy moment that you’ll remember forever.

The best part? CHIJMES will create the perfect set-up for you. Complete with an arch, a bench, flowers, and lanterns, the Happily Ever After Corner located at Terracotta (L1) will set the scene for an utterly romantic and memorable moment.

You can also purchase a photoshoot package (starting from $30) from The Lightcrafters to ensure your special moment will be beautifully captured for posterity. Some packages starting from $80 will include digital photos and a balloon and rose bouquet from Starships Flowers and Balloons.

The Happily Ever After Corner is open from 10–28 February daily. Photography packages are available from 7pm-10pm every Friday to Sunday, and on 13-14 February. Book your photoshoot at least a day in advance here. Walk-ins based on availability (at $20 for 2 digital photos).

Photo from Love in a Bottle

#3 Get creative at the Valentine’s Day Crafter’s Market

If you’re looking for a unique and thoughtful Valentine’s Day gift for your loved one, head over to Capitol Singapore for the Crafter’s Market by EatDrinkPlay, where you can pick the perfect Valentine's gift from over 20 curated crafters' brands. Or why not get crafty with a DIY present? From 4pm to 5pm daily, test your crafting skills and make your very own terrarium in a free workshop organised by Love in a Bottle.

On 12 February at 4pm to 8pm, be sure to catch the live performance by Sing With Us Project, where they will be singing ballads and chart-topping hits to put you in the mood for love.

The Crafter’s Market will take place 10–12 February, 12pm–9pm at the Outdoor Plaza at Capitol Singapore.

Photo from Hopscotch

#4 Enjoy sweet dining deals for two

Valentine’s Day wouldn’t be complete with a romantic meal for two over candlelight and cocktails, would it?

Here’s even more reason to celebrate the occasion at CHIJMES and Capitol Singapore: awesome dining deals for two! From 10-14 February, enjoy 50 percent off your second cocktail at Hopscotch when you hold hands and hug your beloved.

Or set the mood with special Valentine’s Day menus from The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore, Coriander Leaf, Carnivore Brazilian Churrascaria and more, and a cheeky ‘Ai Stead Mai’ cocktail from The Bar at 15 Stamford.

For Valentine’s Day dining deals and more, visit CHIJMES online and Capitol Singapore online.

Photo from Capitol Singapore

#5 Mingle with other singles

Don’t have a date for Valentine’s Day? No problem.

Gather your other single pals and celebrate Galentine’s Day instead at Capitol Singapore’s Mingle Bingo. Organised by matchmaking agency GaiGai, this event promises to be a fun-filled one for singles to mingle with each other while competing in various tasks around Capitol Singapore like snapping a creative photo at the Blossom in Love tree, or guessing the names of cocktails. Here’s your chance to win some cool prizes and, who knows, maybe even meet a special someone!