30+ Gift Ideas & Experiences
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate the day of love than by visiting the charming Pike Place Market in Seattle. This year, Valentine’s Day is on a Wednesday — meaning you can celebrate all weekend!
Visit Pike Place Market to find a handmade gift that’s as unique as your sweetie, pick up fresh locally grown tulips, or come to the Market for a dinner you’ll never forget. From artisan chocolates to handcrafted jewelry, Pike Place Market has something for everyone.
In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at the best gifts and experiences available at the Market. So grab your significant other or your best friends and get ready to explore the romantic charm of Pike Place Market!
Happy Valentine’s Day!
For those who procrastinate getting their sweetie a Valentine’s Day gift, the Seattle Messenger Cooperative is here for you! From a last-minute flower delivery to chocolates and even wine for your romantic dinner, this worker-owned and operated courier service on Western Ave. wants to make your Valentine’s Day stress-free.
Call them at (206) 250-6349 or email them at SMC@seamessco.com.
Discounts are available for Pike Place Market businesses.
The Perfect Combo
Celebrate those you love with Washington-grown flowers and delicious treats! There’s no place better to grab your last-minute bouquets than market-fresh bundles from our local growers and locally produced sweets made with care. For long-lasting options, don’t miss our plant shop on Western Avenue.
Local Tulips
Everyone loves to receive flowers! And Pike Place Market has fresh locally grown tulips for Valentine’s Day.
Pink, purple, red, yellow, and white tulips are grown in greenhouses on several farms about 30 miles from Seattle. This means, no matter the weather, Market visitors can purchase fresh, locally grown tulips on Valentine’s Day nearly two months ahead of tulip season. Find them at Va Cha Garden and Sebastian’s Farm.
Everlasting Bouquets
Gift a bouquet that lasts all year! Our farmers are experts at dried flower arrangements with bright colors and textures to light up any home. Find half a dozen tents popped up along Pike Place with bouquets all weekend long and on Valentine’s Day offering farm-fresh everlasting bundles. They travel easily and require nothing to maintain. Pro Tip: Spray it with hairspray to protect it from dust!
Artisanal Donuts
Making a special appearance is 9th and Hennepin Donuts for one day only, Friday, February 13th! Spoil them with a specialty brunch treat fresh out of the fryer at this food truck on Pike Place. 9th and Hennepin Donuts serves up creative and decadent flavor combinations sourced from local farm-fresh ingredients. Flavors are concocted fresh weekly, check their Instagram for a sample of what to expect!
Hand-Picked Bouquets
Show your love and affection with a bouquet of fresh-cut flowers. Pike Place Flowers has roses, lilies, tulips, hydrangeas, orchids, carnations, and more. Hand-picked and arranged to make sure your special someone receives a gift that is both beautiful and heartfelt. So, whether you’re surprising your sweetheart or simply want to add some color to your home, let them help you find the perfect arrangement for this day of love.
Handmade Gifts
Felt Wall Art
Explore Catshy Crafts newest Valentine’s Day collection full of hearts, cats and flowers. Enjoy one-of-a-kind felt wall art with inspiring quotes to celebrate self-love and personal growth. These inspiring felt wall art are perfect handmade Valentine’s Day gifts for yourself or your dearest friends for Galentine’s Day.
Glass Hearts
‘Tis the season for hearts! KOBO Art Garden makes the best handmade glass heart light catchers in just about every color. Place them on a windowsill and enjoy the unique colors as the sunlight passes through. Priced at $30, these glass hearts make perfect Valentine’s Day gifts.
Treats for Feet
From Valentine’s Day socks to custom bespoke handmade shoes, LEOLO Handmade Shoes in Pike Place Market makes your feet feel and look good. Buy a gift voucher for your sweetie so they can have a one-of-a-kind custom consultation and sizing for their new bespoke handmade shoe.
Heart Art
Treat your artistic friends to a special handmade gift from BasilicArt. Explore an enchanting ocean-themed collection of acrylic on canvas, heart-themed prints, and adorable baby clothes adorned with love. Discover unique treasures that capture the essence of Valentine’s Day from the wonders below!
Relax & Refresh
Treat yourself or a loved one this Valentine’s day with a bath bomb from Buddha Bath. These bath bombs are made with only the purest, locally sourced ingredients. Choose from single bombs, gift bags of 3, foot soaks and CBD options.
Hair Wraps
For your kiddos who want a fun dress-up accessory to show off, shop Hair Wraps by Amy for beaded hair accents with gems and charms. Her Valentine wraps include endearing messages perfect for the occasion. They work great for curly hair and fine baby hair too!
Heart Pendants
For a classic something that sparkles, shop these heart pendant necklaces from Tisbury Art Glass for $38. Available in an assortment of colors and rainbow, each one is handcrafted and comes on a Sterling silver chain. Find their booth Thursday – Monday weekly and on Valentine’s Day for last-minute shopping!
Enamel Earrings
Pick up a pair of enamel heart earrings and a matching necklace at Magpie Mouse Studios, or sign up for one of their workshops as a fun Galentine’s Day activity. Find the all-in-one showroom and studio on Western Avenue!
Keepsakes
Seattle Swag
Whether you are a Seattle Local or visiting for the first time, there is no shame in showing off your favorite city. Stop into Pike Place Gifts for a huge selection of Seattle-themed apparel, gifts and accessories. Find them in the DownUnder on Level 4.
The Red Beret
Nobody does romance better than the French! Get into the spirit and pick up a classic red beret from Sharon at Eclipse Hat Shop to elevate your Valentine’s date night fit. You’ll have your plus one feeling like royalty when they don one of her pieces atop their head.
Games
For game and puzzle lovers, stop in at Golden Age Collectables to find a selection of Love Letter Games that will stretch your brain for a fun shared evening!
Self-Care Sweets
Find quality goods from Washington makers at Made in Washington, with locally made candles and spa items to spoil your sweetie. This R’Sential lavender massage oil candle easily warms and pours for ultimate relaxation!
Mystery Bags + Photobooth
While enjoying a day out at Pike Place Market with your plus one, head to the DownUnder and stop by Orange Dracula’s classic photo booth to commemorate the moment. Pick up one of their signature Valentine’s Day mystery bags for just $12.95 filled with playful novelties or a bottle of powerful love potion to charm that special someone! While you’re there, test your love with the Love Tester!
Friendship Accessories
For fans of all things whimsical and animal-themed, Robot vs Sloth has a number of locally designed and produced shirts, totes, hats, and art that are all about love and friendship! From a robot holding a sloth to a sloth and a unicorn holding hands or a robot hugging an octopus — you’re sure to find something to show a pal or loved one you’re grateful for them.
Valentine Cards
Nobody does adorable and whimsical like the DownUnder’s Pastry Pet shop! Stop by MarninSaylor to find deliciously sweet Valentine’s cards and sticker sheets for animal lovers and sentimentalists of the warm and fuzzy kind.
Enjoy a large selection of the most creative cards from local artists for your funny Valentine, or your thoughtful one, at Ugly Baby. Find them on Western Avenue for a bunch of silly and quirky goods made with love, sure to put a smile on that special someone’s face!
Treats for Your Sweetie
Delicious French Pastries
Pick up some delectably snackable pastries from the Market’s go-to French bakery at Le Panier. Their raspberry-infused meringues, tartelettes, and soft brioche hearts will have your Valentine melting and make for a great addition to Galentine’s potluck.
Sweetheart Bundle
A gift of romance with no extra wrapping required! Chocolate cherries for indulging and a swoon-worthy fudge sauce for topping decadent desserts. Delight your sweetheart with a delicious variety of chocolate-covered cherries and chocolate cherry sauces from Chukar Cherries. Enjoy their Sweetheart Bundle packed into an eco-friendly gift box for $44.95.
Treat Box
This box is filled with comforting treats for now and tasty snacks for later. Choose a card, and Bite Society will handwrite your message of support and kindness. The Thinking of You box is filled with their signature Truffled Kennebec Potato Chips, Jalapeno Peanuts, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Fine Mixed Chocolates and Pineapple Gummy Bears for straight out of the box delights.
Fresh Fare
For over 100 years, City Fish Co. has been providing the freshest catch. Visit these fishmongers for recommendations on the season’s best and their favorite recipes. We recommend picking up some fresh oysters to kick off a romantic evening at home. Bonus! If you live in Washington State, all delivery orders are free!
Mains from the Sea
Nothing says lovin’ like salmon in the oven! Stop by Pure Food Fish for a great deal on fresh fish to impress your special someone with a decadent entrée at home.
Decadent Toppings
Indulge in the velvety decadence of Woodring Northwest‘s luxurious caramel sauce. Its rich flavor is perfect for drizzling over a scoop of ice cream or topping cakes and more. A symphony of flavors that will leave your taste buds craving more!