Celebrate Valentine's Day at the Museum
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an elegant and unforgettable evening at the National Museum of the Marine Corps on Saturday, February 14, 2026. Join us for a romantic night set against the stunning backdrop of the Corsair Overlook, where fine dining, live music, and a unique museum setting come together for a truly special experience.
Guests will enjoy a thoughtfully curated, multi-course dinner designed to delight the senses, accompanied by live music that sets the mood for an intimate and memorable evening. An optional wine pairing will be available. Throughout the evening, the chef will personally introduce each course, sharing insight into the inspiration and ingredients behind the menu to further elevate the dining experience.
Tickets are $75 per person and include the full multi-course dinner and live music experience. Guests may enhance their evening with an optional wine pairing for an additional $30 per person. For a more exclusive experience, a limited number of private balcony seats are available for $80 per person, offering a more intimate setting with elevated views of the Corsair Overlook.
Your Ticket Includes Four-Course Meal:
Amuse-Bouche
Cajun Chesapeake shrimp, roasted garlic potato purée, honey-butter–soaked corn cake, and crispy fried kale
Salad Course
Mixed rainbow and baby gem greens with Bosc pear, Maytag blue cheese, spiced pecans, heirloom tomatoes, fried cipollini onions, and fig balsamic vinaigrette
Duet Entrée
Garlic-crusted filet mignon with cognac demi-glace and Chilean sea bass with citrus beurre blanc, served alongside paprika-roasted fingerling potatoes and a shaved Brussels sprout and sweet pepper sauté
Dessert
L’Amour Dessert Platter featuring strawberry chocolate tartlets, truffles, macarons, and fresh berries with diplomat cream and chocolate sauce
Add on an optional wine pairing
For an added $30 per person, enjoy the following curated wine selections for each course
- Amuse Bouche Course - Terras Gauda Abadia de San Campio Albarine 2022 - Rias Baixas, Spain
- Salad Course - Girlan Marna Chardonnay 2022 - Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
- Entree Course - BACA Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 - Napa Valley, California
- Dessert Course - Schramsberg Mirabelle Brut 33rd Bottling - North Coast, California
Additional Information
- The event will be held at the National Museum of the Marine Corps' Corsair Overlook (2nd Floor), 1775 Semper Fidelis Way, Triangle, VA 22172.
- Doors Open: 5:30 PM | Dinner Begins: 6:00 PM
- Suggested attire for this event is cocktail attire.
- FREE parking
- Please note: Museum galleries will not be open during this event.