Sweets for Your Sweetie: Discover Black Mountain, NC this Valentine’s Day
Author’s note: Black Mountain’s on-going recovery from the devastation of Hurricane Helene is being powered by love, generosity, teamwork, and tenacity. Today, our infrastructure is in great shape, and our beloved small business owners, restauranteurs, brewers, hoteliers, artists, and musicians are open and oh-so-ready for you to discover their creativity, passion, and talents. What better occasion than Valentine’s Day to share the love?
Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Black Mountain, North Carolina is the kind of place that will inspire your inner romantic. Here are just some of the many ways you and your sweetie can create wonderful memories together this Valentine’s Day in the heart of Western North Carolina.
Home Away from Home
Pellam’s Time Shop (AirBNB)
There’s nothing more swoon-worthy than a romantic getaway with your sweetie, and in 2025, Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday. Why not spend the weekend in Black Mountain, North Carolina? We know you’re going to love it here! Visit our Hotel, B&B, and Vacation Rental directory for a listing of our truly unique local accommodations. And hurry… reservations are going fast!
Sweets for the Sweet
Hey, Hey Cupcake
Rule #1: Calories don’t count on Valentine’s Day (or Galentine’s Day, for that matter). In Black Mountain, we have an abundance of sweet treats for you to share, all from the hearts and ovens of local bakers and confectioners, like:
Berliner Kindl German Restaurant & Deli: Seriously, you have to try their house-made apple strudel, made daily with a flaky pastry crust cradling cinnamon-spiced apples.
Four Sisters Bakery: Pie. That is all. OK, actually, that’s only the beginning.
Hey Hey Cupcake: How can a cupcake place make such amazing macarons, chocolate chip cookies, and turnovers, too? Magic. Gluten-free cupcake selections change daily, so call for availability.
Recess Coffee and Baked Goods: Start with a croissant and coffee, then we’ll leave it up to you.
Scroll through our Dining Directory to find even more inspiration.
Win(n)ing and Dining
La Guinguette
We can’t say enough about the inspired cuisine and chef-driven restaurants in Black Mountain! To get your mouth watering, here are just a few examples of local restaurants creating something extra special for you on Valentine’s Day.
Beradu Specialty Market, Kitchen & Bar: Experience Beradu’s Five-Senses Valentine’s Day dinner, where every ingredient is famed to be an aphrodisiac and each course plays with your senses! Please purchase tickets in advance via their website.
Hell or Highwater BMT by Foothills: The Valentine’s 4-course dinner is a great way to check out the next venture of Foothills, a true local favorite. Click here for more info or to make reservations.
La Guinguette: J'adore this French and Latin café, which will feature a 5-course dinner on Valentine’s Day with champagne included. Call 828-357-5636 for reservations and click here for more information.
The Pure and Proper: Give them a call to learn about their Valentine’s Day pre fixe menu.
Scroll through our Dining Directory to find more culinary inspiration. Special shout out to Ole's Guacamoles, Open Oven, and The Bush Farmhouse, three restaurants that just recently reopened since Hurricane Helene.
Shop Black Mountain (in person or online!)
Painted Porch
The Black Mountain Range serves as the backdrop to our lively town, which is filled with galleries, shops, and studios boasting original art, crafts, antiques, books, wine, clothing, gift ideas, furniture, and more. Strolling through town is a lovely way to spend the day with your Valentine.
If you can’t get to Black Mountain before February 14 and you want to shop for your sweetie now, over thirty of our local merchants offer on-line shopping.
One more pro tip: If you happen to be in town either February 1 or February 8, treat yourself to the Valentines Market at White Horse Black Mountain. From 11am to 4pm, they’re serving up live music and libations plus a pop-up shopping experience featuring handmade gifts and local artisan goods. Click here for more information.
Music to Your Ears
Love Bubble: A harmony-driven trio from Western North Carolina featuring Paula Hanke, Hank Bones, and Peggy Ratusz. February 14 at 7:30pm, White Horse Black Mountain. Click here for tickets.
Mr. Jimmy: Chicago style Blues singer, songwriter. February 14 from 5-8pm, The Station Black Mountain. No cover.
Zoe & Cloyd Annual Valentine’s Concert: Celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Zoe & Cloyd! February 15 from 7-8:30pm, Black Mountain Center for the Arts. Click here for tickets.
Piper & the Hard Times: Blues-based music that translates into an unforgettable, captivating live show. February 15 at 7:30pm, White Horse Black Mountain. Click here for tickets.
Thanks to our friends at My Carolina Mountain Life, fun things to do in Black Mountain are easy to find in a one-stop-shop event calendar. CLICK HERE for more ideas.
Valentine-Inspired Events
Flappers & Felony: A Valentine’s Murder Mystery Event
So many great events take place year-round in Black Mountain! Here are some Valentine’s Day-inspired activities for you and your boo to do:
Valentine’s Day Burlesque Class: In this two-hour workshop, you’ll learn some fabulous moves and enjoy something swanky to sip on! February 7 from 7-9pm at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts. Click here to register.
2025 Valentine Greenway Challenge plus 5K & Kids Fun Run: New location for our 5K! This year’s Greenway Challenge combines the fun and creative spirit of the Valentine 5K with the dynamic course of the Greenway Challenge. Proceeds benefit Black Mountain Greenway restoration and upkeep. February 8 starting at 2pm at the Black Mountain Golf Course. Click here for more info and to register.
Music Bingo and DJ Spence: Test your music knowledge and your luck with Music Bingo with DJ Spence at Lookout Brewing Company. Mac's Burgers will be open for dinner/snacking along with a great on-tap list and more. February 13 from 6-8pm. Free.
An Artful Journey: Black Artists and Ancient Egypt: Each Artful Journey begins with coffee, tea, and pastries followed by an inspiring lecture and discussion with art historian and curator, Julianna Caro. February 14 from 10:30am - 12:00pm at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts. Click here for more info and to register.
Flappers & Felony: A Valentine’s Murder Mystery Event: Step back into the Roaring Twenties with the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History Center for a night of intrigue and entertainment. February 14 at 7pm, Peri Social House. Click here for tickets.
Upcycled Vintage Glass Windows Workshops: Get creative with your sweetie! Learn to create one-of-a-kind artworks using a vintage wooden-framed glass window. February 15 at 10am and 1pm at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts. Click for more info and to register.
CLICK HERE for more great ideas.
Getting Here
Getting to and around Black Mountain is easy! Visit our handy travel guide and interactive parking map.
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About the Author: This blog story was written by Amy J. Schultz, an award-winning author, brand/marketing strategist, and overall creative type. She, her husband Brian, and their giant dog Bentley love their downtown Black Mountain neighborhood.
