Covent Garden is setting the scene for a February filled with festivities in the heart of London. Where world-class shopping, dining and unforgettable experiences come together, the West End welcomes the season of love, pancakes and quality time with family and friends, as half term rolls around with something for everyone to enjoy.
Spread the love this Valentines Day with thoughtful gifting
With a wealth of retailers across the neighbourhood, Covent Garden is the ultimate shopping destination to secure the perfect present, and Valentine’s Day is no exception to that rule.
For the fragrance connoisseur, Diptyque celebrates Valentine’s Day with the launch of a collaboration with artist Constantin Riant, reimagining the brand’s iconic pieces through a lens of romance. Highlights include the limited-edition Roses Candle, brushed in his signature deep blue and touches of red. To elevate this exclusive gift, bespoke engraving will be available in store on 6th and 13th February. Personalise your presents at Parfums de Marly’s engraving event on 14th February from 1pm to 5pm, or visit Guerlain to adorn gifts with calligraphy by a skilled artisan on 7th February.
Last minute shopping is made easy with Aspinal of London, purchase their With Love collection in store and receive bespoke branded biscuits from 11th to 13th February. To upgrade your special gift, Happy Socks will be surprising customers with a sweet treat in store with every purchase, spreading the love alongside their colourful Valentine’s Gift Box range, whilst at American Vintage, customers can collect post-it love notes and be in with the chance of winning shopping vouchers, discounts and exclusive merch.
Valentine’s gifting but sweeter
Sweet treats are the key to the heart, this February Covent Garden will be home to a host of Valentine’s Day confectionary offers. From Switzerland with Love, Läderach unveils its Valentine’s Day 2026 collection, featuring luxurious new creations including Strawberry Marc de Champagne Truffles in a pink heart box, hand-painted chocolate teddies, and a decadent Velvet Heart Box filled with over 50 pralines. Indulge in the city of love, as Ladurée launches two limited edition macaron boxes designed by French artist Guillaume Sardin. Meanwhile, from 9th to 15th February, Oliphant & Pomeroy will be bringing back their notorious heart-shaped brioche doughnuts, and for the perfect pairing, customers can pick up a half bottle of Nyetimber English Sparkling Wine and two Heart Shaped Doughnuts for just £28. Valentine’s specials and sweet treat collections are also available at Chestnut Bakery, Godiva, Neuhaus, Pierre Hermé and more.
Wining and Dining in Covent Garden this Valentine’s Day
Love is in the air in London’s West End this Valentine’s Day weekend. Sharing is caring, and Sticks ’n’ Sushi welcomes a Valentine’s special sharing “Koibito” menu to do just that. At £54 per person, celebrate the love of good food and good company together. Celebrate in true SUSHISAMBA style with a specially curated menu for two, perfectly paired with a glass of Veuve Clicquot champagne, or indulge in an evening at LIMA CANTINA with a vibrant 7-course sharing menu of bold Latin-inspired flavours. For those who dine at Delamina Townhouse on the 14th February; the night begins with a champagne cocktail, followed by a series of signature sharing dishes, topped off with a special trio of desserts to share.
For something more low-key, DOUGHNATION is turning up the heat with its ‘Fond of You’ Fondue Pizza – a gloriously cheesy pizza made for two, or upgrade to the ultimate date night, opting for ‘The Sexy Set Menu’: a fondue pizza to share, a side each and a bottle of wine for £50 throughout the entirety of February. Pivot’s Valentine’s offering is all about small bites – enjoy a generous charcuterie and cheese board with oozy baked camembert, cured meats and picky bits, followed by a decadent dessert board, all for £60 for two. Those who visit VyTA can indulge in a 3-course Valentine’s Day set menu for £39 in the restaurant, complete with a welcome cocktail on arrival, then swap to its Laki Kane Lounge for a late-night DJ set.
Couples booking at RedFarm with ‘Date Night’ in the booking description will receive a complimentary welcome drink, and Din Tai Fung boasts a sharing menu for two, built around comforting flavours, signature dumplings and sweet moments.
Venture to Seven Dials Market for the ‘Valentine’s Week Postbox’, where visitors can pick up a free pre-stamped recipe postcard with purchases from selected traders, encouraging them to share a recipe and a message with someone they care about. With recipes from favourites like Yum Bun, Pick & Cheese, Lucky’s Hot Chicken and more, celebrate food as a universal love language this Valentines.
Finish up with something sweet on 13th and 14th February at Courtyard Wine Cellars, where guests can indulge in a selection of unlimited cake and sweet treats, paired with a glass of prosecco or one of the 1,000 wines on offer.
Late night bites and beverages
As the home of theatre, Covent Garden has you covered for all your pre- and post-theatre needs and late-night tipples this February. Visit VyTa and experience their pre-theatre menu for just £18 for two courses or £21 for three courses. Return after your evening showing for a post-theatre debrief at VyTA’s Laki Kane Lounge late night cocktail bar with a live DJ on Fridays and Saturdays.
Enjoy SUSHISAMBA’s pre-theatre menu for a quick, flavour-packed bite, perfectly timed to get you stage-side by curtain up, or settle in for post show dining. Available daily from 12pm to 6pm and 10pm until close. Or for a late-night tipple, Cô Thành has you covered with their happy hour, daily from 8.30pm to close. For something more dramatic, The Escapologist presents its ‘Secret Encore Menu’ as a post-theatre treat, while the Lima Cantina bar offers pints and piscos to round the evening off for just £5 each.
Pancake Day
Celebrate Pancake Day at Covent Garden, with options for everyone whatever their pancake preference.
From traditional or fluffy buttermilk at Balthazar, The Breakfast Club and The Ivy Market Grill, to sweet or savoury the Parisian way at Chez Antoinette, Mariage Frères and Crepe Masters. Masala curry dosa’s will be be offered to guests that dine from 12pm to 6pm on Tuesday 17th February at ADOH, whilst Apple Butter Café will be serving up stacks of flavour including Lotus Biscuit, Chocolate Orange and Toffee Apple pancakes.
A Half Term Bucket List in Covent Garden
Covent Garden awaits this Half Term brimming with hands on fun for curious kids and creative families.
Half term feasting for the family is well and truly sorted with a street food extravaganza popping up on Covent Garden’s Piazza from 13th to 22nd February. In partnership with KERB, the lineup includes a diverse offering of global cuisines and street food favourites:
Rice Bandits bring the bold flavours of Southeast Asia, meanwhile, Gully, London’s first Indian street food truck, dishes up irresistible naan wraps and rice boxes with kids’ options from £7.
Burger lovers can head to Meltdown Cheeseburgers for their signature melts, plus veggie and vegan choices, with children’s menus from £8.
Mexican inspired Masa Tacos serves up flavour packed tacos including adobo beef, Sabroso chicken and porto-shroom, alongside rice bowls, loaded nachos and chips with guac.
Rounding things off, Crumbled offers a comforting taste of Britain with warm fruit crumbles like spiced apple, plum & berry and banana & toffee, all topped with custard and extra treats. The Crepe Masters will be serving a variety of sweet and savoury crepes, perfect for Pancake Day and fueling half term adventures for kids and grown ups alike.
The London Transport Museum invites little explorers to get active this half term, with drop in sessions packed full of movement, making and play. From dancing and wheeling to cycling and rowing, children can discover how London moves through lively music sessions, creative crafts and interactive activities designed for all ages.
Get ready to tumble down the rabbit hole and explore the curious world of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland at The Royal Ballet & Opera House. From 14th February discover a tour like no other, with a 75-minute live and immersive experience of storytelling, behind-the-scenes magic and a colouring activity.
Child friendly classic bites will be available across the estate including kid’s bento boxes at Sticks n Sushi, free pancakes for kids at Cora Pearl and family friendly dining available at Balthazar, Din Tai Fung, GAUCHO, Seven Dials Market, Shake Shack, SUSHISAMBA, The Ivy Market Grill and more.
Seven Dials Market is bringing back the Kid’s Table for half term providing creative outlets for parents and little ones alike, on selected dates: 15th, 17th and 21st February, from 12pm to 4pm. Children aged three plus can enjoy supervised crafty fun while parents steal a moment to themselves nearby. It’s the perfect pit stop between shopping, shows and exploring all the neighbourhood has to offer.
