Valentine’s Day Guide
The big day is here! Are you ready for Valentine’s Day? If you answered no, fear not! We have a great list of local businesses that can help you prep and plan for a Valentine’s Day like no other!
Not a big Valentine’s Day fan? We have an idea…
If you don’t have a special someone this year, that’s ok; consider adopting a shelter pet. This holiday is about love and there are plenty of cats, dogs, and other animals up for adoption right now that could use a loving home! If you don’t know where to start, the Cambria County Humane Society will gladly help you find a new furry friend in need of a new companion.
Prep – Flowers and Chocolates:
The most important part of a good Valentine’s Day is the prep work. Need a box of chocolates or a bouquet of aromatic flowers? Don’t make a trip to the big box store to get some generic brand; the best you can get is right around the corner locally! Here’s a brief listing of chocolatiers and florists, their hours, and if they deliver, all are located in the Cambria County area:
- Blaine Boring Chocolates
- O’Shea’s Candies
- Mid’s Candy
- Lambcakes
- Gardner’s
- LaPorta’s Flowers and Gifts
- Cambria City Flowers
Prep – Other Gifts:
If your significant other isn’t big on flowers and chocolates, there are plenty of other gift options that you can find locally. The greater Johnstown area is home to local gift shops, clothing retailers, and various artisans. Take a moment to stop by one of these great stores:
- Classic Elements
- B&L Wine Cellars
- Elevate Johnstown
- Stryking Boutique
- Camille’s House of Styles
- Follow Your Art
- Bottle Works Ethnic Arts Center
Date Ideas:
While it’s nice to get flowers and chocolates on Valentine’s Day, it’s not for everyone. If flowers and chocolates aren’t your thing, and quality time is more your love language, consider these locations for a date:
- Steel City Axe
- Johnstown Escape Room
- Lorain/StonyCreek Hiking Trails
- Tomahawks Hockey Game
- 814 Lanes and Games
- Prince Gallitzin
- North Central Recreation Center – Ice Skating
Dinner Dates:
Many often say “the fastest way to a person’s heart is through their stomach”, whether or not this is true we may never know. One thing we are sure of is that these restaurants are perfect for a romantic evening together:
- Asiago’s Tuscan Italian
- Balance Restaurant
- The Boulevard Grill
- Stone Bridge Brewing Tap Room
- Nyko’s Restaurant
- The Fifth Local Eatery and Alehouse
- Craft Modern Kitchen
- Tap 814
- Kabuki Japanese Cuisine
- Tap 814 – Speakeasy
Lodging:
Even if you don’t need to stay in a hotel overnight, sometimes a little staycation away from home is just what you need. We have a variety of overnight lodging to choose from based on location and price range, but here are a select few:
Breakfast/Brunch:
After an overnight stay breakfast or brunch will likely be the next thing that crosses your mind. All of the locations listed below serve up hot and delicious breakfast choices that pair nicely with a hot cup of coffee or tea!