You’re About to Miss the Best Events of the Month

From sushi rolling and craft workshops to candlelight concerts and murder mysteries, these events are filling up — and staying home is not the move.

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Mike Surprenant
February 12, 2026 • Estimated Reading Time: 8 minutes

✨ Skip the Seattle traffic and the headache of downtown parking—there’s a whole world of fun happening right here on the Eastside! Whether you're into bites, brews, beats, or browsing, this side of the lake serves it all with less stress and more charm. Go local, stay playful, and make the most of your weekend, without ever hitting I-5. Now let’s dig in…

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Live Music 🎶

Thursday

Story Cellars Winery - Aaron Crawford & Leah Justine 7pm
Goose Ridge - Sarah Brunner 5pm
Fireside Lounge - Jarrett Renshaw 6pm

Friday

Pepper Bridge Winery & Amavi Cellars - Luna Matto 5pm
Obelisco - Nick Mardon 7pm
Gard Estates Wines - Michael Powers 6pm
Northwest Spirits - Rocci Medawar 6pm
The Lime - The Beat Project 9pm
Vino Bella Wine Bar - The Brian Nay Band 7:30pm

Saturday

Tilton River Cellars - Wolfgang Collins 3pm
Prohibition Cellars - Brian James 7pm
Village Wines - Devin Austin 7:30pm
Chandler Reach - King Dre 3pm
Gard Estates Wines - E Pruit 3pm
The Lime - Roni Lee 5pm
The Crab Pot - Mark Wand 6pm
Vino Bella Wine Bar - Copastetic 7:30pm
Sparrow - Jarrett Renshaw 5pm

Weekend Fix 🥳

Thursday Feb 12th 51°/41° ☁️

📒✨ Bind, Stitch & Slay: A Bookbinding Night with Women in Design

Unplug, unwind, and get your hands delightfully messy with paper and thread. This cozy creative night invites you to bind your very own saddle-stitch sketchbook while mingling with Seattle’s design community. With pizza, drinks, block-print stamps, and take-home tools included, you’ll leave inspired and ready to keep crafting long after the night ends.

⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Fresh Consulting – 14725 SE 36th St, Suite 300, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Come for the bookbinding, stay for the creative energy and community magic. 💫

💘🌸 Florals, Wine & Valentine Vibes: Heart Wreath Workshop

Put down the store-bought flowers and make something way more memorable. This guided workshop walks you through creating a heart-shaped floral wreath using real carnations that’ll stay gorgeous for weeks. With all supplies included and wine available for purchase, it’s a relaxed, creative way to celebrate love (or just a love of flowers).

⏰ Time: 6:00 PM (check-in), 6:15–8:00 PM instruction
📍 Location: WIT Cellars – 19501 144th Ave NE, Suite A-400, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Leave with a handmade wreath and serious Valentine bragging rights. 🌹

🕯️✨ Single, Scented & Thriving: Anti-Valentine’s Candle Making

No hearts, no pressure — just creativity and self-love. This candle-making class is designed for solo guests, friends, and anyone skipping traditional Valentine’s plans. It’s welcoming, relaxed, and all about doing something fun on your terms.

⏰ Time: Noon
📍 Location: Remontant – 44 Lakeshore Plaza, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Because self-care smells better when you make it yourself. 🔥

Friday Feb 13th 47°/36° 🌧️

💐👯 Galentine’s Goals: Bouquet Making With Your Besties

Flowers, friendship, and fabulous drinks — an unbeatable combo. This beginner-friendly workshop teaches you how to design a stunning bouquet using a Galentine’s-themed flower bar. Sip something tasty, learn floral tips from a pro, and leave with blooms as unique as your crew.

⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Kitchen & Market – 10426 Northup Way, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Grab your bestie — this one’s made for memory-making. 🌷

🎨🎶 ART N’ SOUL: Where Music Paints the Night

This immersive evening blends live acoustic music, real-time painting, and incredible food into one unforgettable experience. As musicians perform, an artist brings the sound to life on canvas, ending the night with a completed masterpiece. Add bao buns, dumplings, and a meaningful art auction, and you’ve got a night that truly feeds the soul.

⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 Location: W Bellevue – Living Room Bar (2F), Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Come for the vibes, stay for the inspiration — this one’s special. ✨

💃🥂 Date Night on the Dance Floor: Move, Sip & Swoon

Why sit through dinner when you can dance it out? This flirty open house starts with a beginner-friendly salsa and bachata lesson, then opens the floor for social dancing, champagne, and connection. No experience required — just bring your favorite human and a willingness to laugh.

⏰ Time: 7:15 PM
📍 Location: Arthur Murray Dance Studio Bellevue – 13122 NE 20th St, Suite 200, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Warning: you may leave with a new hobby and sore feet. 💃💘

🍣🍷 Roll With It: A Valentine’s Sushi Rolling Night

No reservations, no stress — just sushi, wine, and hands-on fun. Led by Executive Chef Jeremy Hall, this interactive class teaches you how to roll classics like spicy tuna, California rolls, and salmon nigiri. Expect laughs, great wine, and plenty of sushi you proudly made yourself.

⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Sparkman Cellars – 14300 NE 145th St, Suite 102, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Come hungry, leave happy, and maybe a little sushi-obsessed. 🍱

💖💎 Heartfelt & Handmade: Valentine’s Earrings Workshop

Skip the crowded restaurants and craft something meaningful instead. In this cozy, hands-on jewelry class, you’ll learn wire-working basics while designing your own heart-inspired earrings. With beads, chocolate, and drinks included, it’s creative, relaxing, and full of warm Valentine energy.

⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Picket Fence Studio – 14700 148th Ave NE, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Perfect for gifting, sharing, or keeping as a little love-for-yourself moment. 💕

Saturday Feb 14th 46°/33° 🌧️

🍽️🌿 Farm-to-Table Valentine’s Dinner: A Night at Añejo

This intimate dining experience brings thoughtful food and great company together in one beautiful evening. Hosted by Carnation Farms, the meal highlights seasonal ingredients and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. It’s Valentine’s dinner — elevated, relaxed, and actually memorable.

⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Añejo Tequila Bar – 8032 Falls Ave SE, Suite A, Snoqualmie, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Come hungry for great food and even better vibes. 🍷

🖤😂 Jokes for Evermore: WA’s Funniest Mammal Semi-Finals

This is comedy with consequences — and you’re the judge. Comedians battle it out live while you vote on who advances toward the $2,500 prize. Expect big laughs, high emotional stakes, and a crowd that’s just as entertaining as the comics.

⏰ Time: 8:30 PM (doors open at 7:30 PM)
📍 Location: Black Raven Brewing – 15902 Redmond–Woodinville Rd NE, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Laugh hard, vote wisely, and enjoy the chaos. 🎤🍺

🕯️🎶 Candlelight Sessions: Love, Unplugged

Soft candlelight, soulful harmonies, and an intimate listening-room vibe set the tone for this romantic live music experience. Featuring the Flowers for Wolves duo, this unplugged concert is designed to slow the night down and let the music truly shine. Add wine, curated small plates, and cozy ambiance, and you’ve got a Valentine’s evening done right.

⏰ Time: Doors at 6:00 PM, show begins at 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Page Cellars – 19495 144th Ave NE, Suite A160, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Dim the lights, sip some wine, and let the music do the rest. ✨

📜🌼 Paper, Patience & Pretty Things: Quilling Workshop 101

Get ready to roll, twist, and transform paper into something beautiful. This beginner-friendly quilling workshop guides you through creating a one-of-a-kind floral design while learning the history and techniques of this delicate art form. You’ll leave with new skills, a finished piece, and serious crafting confidence.

⏰ Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Sanmamush – 3036 224th Ave NE, Sammamish, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Perfect for anyone who loves detail, design, and hands-on creativity. 🎨

💕🛍️ Village Market: A Valentine’s Pop-Up Stroll

Love is in the air — and so is the smell of baked goods. This Valentine’s Day market brings together local vendors offering handmade crafts, sweet treats, and thoughtful gifts all under one roof. Whether you’re shopping for someone special or just browsing for fun, there’s something for everyone.

⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Blakely Hall – 2550 NE Park Dr, Suite 5, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Come for the gifts, stay for the festive Valentine vibes. 💝

🎨😄 Paint Each Other: A Playful Couples Portrait Night

Perfection is overrated — personality is the goal. In this lighthearted painting workshop, you and your partner (or favorite human) will paint expressive portraits of each other using bold colors and loose brushstrokes. Expect laughter, surprises, and a finished piece that captures vibes, not realism.

⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Picket Fence Art Studio – 14700 148th Ave NE, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

You’ll leave with a portrait and a story you’ll tell forever. 🎨💖

🏃‍♀️💘 Run for Love: Valentine’s Day Dash 5K

Start Valentine’s Day with movement, fresh air, and feel-good vibes. This family-friendly 5K run/walk welcomes all paces — including dogs and strollers — and supports a powerful local cause. Whether you’re racing, strolling, or just soaking up the community energy, it’s a heart-healthy way to celebrate.

⏰ Time: 9:00 AM
📍 Location: Bellevue Downtown Park – 10201 NE 4th St, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Run, walk, or cheer — love wins either way. ❤️

🎣🌊 The Fly Fishing Show: Gear, Legends & Casting Dreams

This is fly fishing at its finest. From beginner learning centers to elite demonstrations, this massive show brings together top brands, expert tiers, and casting legends — all up close and personal. Whether you’re brand new or deeply obsessed, there’s something here to reel you in.

⏰ Time: 9:00 AM
📍 Location: Meydenbauer Center – 11100 NE 6th St, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Come browse, learn, and dream about your next great catch. 🐟

🍷🏺 Sip & Sculpt: Valentine’s Goblet Workshop

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with clay, creativity, and a little romance. In this hands-on pottery workshop, you’ll create a one-of-a-kind goblet alongside your sweetie (or solo!). It’s tactile, fun, and the perfect mix of art and intention.

⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Northwest Pottery Collective – 1445 NW Mall St, Suite 3, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Make something meaningful — and drink from it later. 🏺✨

🕵️‍♂️💍 Till Death Do Us Part: Murder Mystery Dinner

Wedding bells… interrupted. This immersive murder mystery dinner drops you into a dramatic whodunit filled with secrets, suspects, and plenty of laughs. With a live interactive show, delicious food, and wine flowing, you’ll spend the night solving a crime before anyone else says “I do.”

⏰ Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Chelan Ridge Winery – 19151 144th Ave NE, Suite C, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Dress sharp, think fast, and trust no one. 🔍🍷

🚐💘 Vannin’tines Day: Vans, Vibes & Valentine Feels

Calling all vans and van lovers. This quirky, crowd-pleasing van show brings together custom rides, passionate owners, and a whole lot of personality. Come for the vans, stay for the community — this one’s all about shared love for the open road and cool builds.

⏰ Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: The Cut Shop – 12801 NE 175th St, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Bring your van, bring your friends, or just bring your curiosity. 🚐✨

Sunday Feb 15th 45°/33° 🌧️

🥃📜 Prohibition: The Great American Experiment (Drunk Version)

History class — but make it boozy. This immersive storytelling experience dives into America’s Prohibition era with period cocktails, rebel tales, and plenty of laughs. Hosted inside a hidden speakeasy, it’s part history lesson, part cocktail party, and fully unhinged (in the best way).

⏰ Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Side Hustle Local – 18117 Bothell Way NE, Bothell, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Learn something new — slightly buzzed. 🥂

💃🔥 Love at First Spin: Beginner Pole Dance Workshop

No experience? No problem. This welcoming pole dance mixer is all about trying something new, building confidence, and having fun while doing it. With guided warm-ups, beginner-friendly instruction, and time to dance it out, it’s empowering, playful, and judgment-free.

⏰ Time: Noon
📍 Location: Trinity Pole Studio – 12089 124th Ave NE, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Come curious, leave glowing. ✨

🔔🧘 Kirkland Sound Gals: Sound Bath Meditation

Melt into stillness with this deeply restorative sound bath experience. Gentle gongs, crystal bowls, chimes, and vocals guide you into a calm, meditative state designed to ease stress and reset your nervous system. Cozy up, breathe deep, and let the sound do the work.

⏰ Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Studio East Theater – 10718 NE 68th St, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Bring comfy clothes — you’ll want to fully relax. 🌙

📸🌊 Photowalk: Juanita Beach & Bay

Grab your camera and explore Kirkland’s stunning waterfront on this relaxed, social photowalk. From shoreline views to charming piers, you’ll capture beautiful scenes while connecting with fellow photography lovers. A mini scavenger hunt adds a playful twist along the way.

⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Juanita Beach Park – 9703 NE Juanita Dr, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

All skill levels welcome — just bring your eye and curiosity. 📷

🛍️✨ Meena Bazaar: A Day of Style, Food & Finds

The event everyone waits for all year is back. Meena Bazaar brings fashion, jewelry, home décor, food, and vibrant culture together under one roof. Expect a full day of browsing, tasting, and discovering unique vendors you won’t find anywhere else.

⏰ Time: Noon
📍 Location: Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Bellevue – 3225 158th Ave SE, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Come hungry, leave inspired — and probably carrying bags. 🛍️

🐍🎨 Snake Buddies: A Family Clay Workshop

Get hands-on with clay and create playful snake-inspired pottery together. This family-friendly class teaches basic hand-building techniques while letting kids and adults shape fun, functional pieces. Bright glazes and creativity encouraged — no experience required.

⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Eastside Pottery – 1809 130th Ave NE, Suite 124, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

A fun, messy, memory-making kind of day. 🐍💚

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