Gwinnett Daily Post

Gwinnett County: Love is in the air as Valentine's Day edges closer. If you need some ideas for the special night, here is a list of romantic events being held all over the county -- there's a little something for everyone.

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Auburn is holding its annual O.W.L.S Valentine's Day Social for seniors which includes a meal, ice cream, cake, punch, games and live entertainment from the Classic City Swing Band from Athens

When: 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 18

Where: Midway United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 215 Kilcrease Road, Auburn

Cost: Free

For more information: Visit www.cityofauburn-ga.org or email gschussler@cityofauburn-ga.org

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The Aurora Theatre invites couples to attend its Swing Night Valentine's Day concert featuring the Metro Jazz Club

When: 8:30 p.m. Feb. 14

Where: Aurora Theatre, 128 East Pike St., Lawrenceville

Cost: $22.50 per person

For more information: www.auroratheatre.com

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Duluth hosts a Monte Carlo themed Valentine's Day event with appetizers, music, a dinner buffet and dancing

When: 4 p.m. Saturday

Where: Bunten Road Park, 3180 Bunten Road, Duluth

Cost: $10 to $15 per person

For more information: Visit www.duluthga.net or RSVP to Beth Anne Woodruff at 770-814-6981

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The Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center hosts a Valentine's night hike. The sky full of twinkling stars adds a romance touch to the evening

When: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 14

Where: Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center, 2020 Clean Water Drive, Buford

Cost: $6 to $11

For more information: Visit www.gwinnettehc.org or register at 770-904-3500

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The Gwinnett Rotary Club and Rainbow Village host "A Night of Comedy" with comedian Pat Dixon headlining the showWhen: 6:30 p.m. Feb. 14

Where: 1818 Club, 6500 Sugarloaf Parkway, Third Floor, Duluth

Cost: $50 per person

For more information: Visit www.gwinnettrotary.org or www.rcggives.org to purchase tickets

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Lawrenceville hosts an evening of dinner and dancing this Valentine's Day in the Superior Court Ballroom of the Gwinnett Historic Courthouse

When: 6:30 to 9 p.m. Feb. 14

Where: Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 Crogan St., Lawrenceville

Cost: $60 per couple

For more information: Call 770-822-5450. Must register by today.

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Medieval Times offers a couple's package offering dinner, tournament show, souvenir photo, cheering flags, admission to the Castle Dungeon Museum and more

When: 8 p.m. today, 5 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 5 p.m. Sunday, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 14

Where: Medieval Times, 5900 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville

Cost: $99For more information: Visit www.medievaltimes.com

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New Dawn Theater holds a Valentine's dinner and dance with music by Josh Garcia, food from Steverino's Catering and beer and wine served by Duluth's Best of Brews

When: 7 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday

Where: New Dawn Theater, 3087 Main St., Duluth

Cost: $20 per person

For more information: Visit www.newdawntheatercompany.com or call Sherry Ingbritsen at 678-887-5015

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Norcross has carriage rides at Taste of Britain and a chance to renew wedding vows in front of 45 South Cafe -- both for free

When: 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 14

Where: Downtown Historic Norcross

Cost: Free

For more information: Visit www.aplacetoimagine.com or contact Rip Robertson at 678-421-2025 or crobertson@norcrossga.net

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Duluth's Purple Rain offers couple packages. Each include 4-course dinner, live music, optional wine pairings and champagne with dessert

When: Reservations are available for 5 to 10 p.m. today through Feb. 14

Where: Purple Rain Restaurant and Lounge, 3550 Mall Blvd., Duluth

Cost: $68 per couple

For more information: Visit purplerainatl.com

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The city of Suwanee hosts the Sweetheart Sprint 5K run for athletic couples interested in sweating together for that special day

When: Race begins at 9 a.m. Saturday

Where: Suwanee Town Center, at the of Buford Highway and Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road

Cost: $25 per person or $40 per couple

For more information: Visit www.northgwinnettrotary.org or register on www.active.com