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Boston Frostival, new Asian restaurants, and free ice skating: Here are some last-minute date ideas this weekend.
Ice skaters at the Boston Common Frog Pond. Kelly Chan/Boston.com
February 11, 2026 | 3:42 PM
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For those still looking for last-minute date ideas with your friends or significant others, here are things to do to celebrate your loved ones this weekend.
Stop by the Boston Frostival
Take a seat inside the Frostival Lodge at Copley Square and enjoy some winter–wonderland–themed food and drinks. Plus, check out the special events there this weekend, including a pizza-making class, live jazz, family arts and crafts, and a silent headphone movie experience to watch “Trolls.”
Or if you’re looking for unique city views, ride the Frostival Ferris Wheel on the Rose Kennedy Greenway.
Watch “Wuthering Heights” on opening weekend
This highly-anticipated adaption of Emily Brontë’s novel, featuring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, hits theaters on Friday, Feb. 13, making it the perfect Valentine’s Day weekend watch. The Gothic tale follows the forbidden love story of a young man who falls for a wealthy woman in the English countryside.
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Try a new Asian restaurant
With Lunar New Year falling on Feb. 17 — just following this long weekend — celebrate early at one of the several newly opened Asian restaurants in and around Boston.
Try Novo Lantern‘s soup dumplings in the South End, Thai-inspired cuisine at Boxfish in Watertown, and Korean fried chicken from K-Bok in Union Square.
And don’t forget to stop by the Lunar New Year Festival Gala at City Hall Plaza on Feb. 15 from 2 to 7 p.m. to complete your festivities.
Go ice skating (for free)
If you haven’t put on your skates yet this season, there are two free ice skating events to add to your weekend lineup.
Canal District Kendall is hosting a free community skate on Feb. 14 from 12 to 2 p.m., and are serving pizza and hot cocoa. Plus, the Boston Common Frog Pond is hosting a Skating with Friends event on Feb. 15 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. with free admission and skate rentals.
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Treat yourself with flowers
Whether you’re looking for a sweet treat, some self-care, or a small gift for someone, Oishii is hosting a pop-up offering free flowers, trays of Nikko Berries, and custom valentines. Find them on Feb. 14 starting at 4 p.m. while supplies last at the Rose Kennedy Greenway.
Curl up with a cozy read
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23 queer romance books perfect for Valentine’s Day reading
For those opting to stay inside and avoid the icy temperatures, we have a diverse collection of book recommendations for you.
Take our quiz to personally get matched with a cozy book. Or if you’re in the mood for romance, see our latest book guide featuring 23 queer romance options with varying plot lines, from soft first love to sweaty hockey rivals to historical yearning that hurts just right.
Take a day trip to the Ice Castles
If you’re looking for a getaway, now is the perfect opportunity to check out the Ice Castles in North Woodstock, New Hampshire, just a couple hours outside of the city. There is a wide range of available ticket times this weekend on their website.
Kelly Chan
Kelly Chan is a content producer at Boston.com. She designs multimedia content on-site and across social media platforms, and experiments with new ways to engage readers.
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