We hope you caught your breath after the whirlwind the holidays season can be, especially when it comes to gift buying and receiving. While some still may have time to take it easy with the pocketbook, others are gearing up for the next holiday shopping spree—Valentine’s Day.

This day looks different for all couples: some enjoy a nice night in and some might look to their local retail community. We want to give you a push in the right direction to find the perfect gift, and what better way to make sure your partner gets what they want than by letting them choose with a gift card!

We’ve broken down some of our picks into a few categories for the best gift cards.

Self-Care

If you’re looking for something to freshen up, feel good and fight what the cold weather does to your skin, here are a few of the local businesses that offer what you’re looking for:

Honey B Soap Company

From unique and nourishing soaps to more skin, lips and face products, this local crafter has something for everyone!

FACE FOUNDRIÉ

Gift a visit to this recently opened facial bar, offering a variety of affordable and accessible facial services!

FACE FOUNDRIÉ opened in Fargo in November 2021, and is located right by our new office!

The Art of Daily Practice by Artist Nichole Rae

While not your typical “spa day” or “retail therapy,” this artist has created guides, workshops, courses and more to help you take care of yourself. Check it out!

Kitchen

The kitchen is for everyone, whether you’re the one cooking, the one snacking… or both! No matter who you are in the kitchen, we have some suggestions for places to check out:

Soirée Victorian Tea Room 

This new addition to Fargo features an assortment of teas, finger sandwiches and other pastries and desserts, the perfect afternoon date spot!

The Toasted Frog

A downtown classic, this restaurant and bar offers some of our favorite dishes and drinks in a classy and fun environment!

We love the Fried Pickles (along with almost everyone else!), give them a try!

Stabo Scandinavian Imports

Although they feature much more, you can find unique and beautiful cookware, tools and kitchen decor at this spot (including some delicious sweet treats).

Square One Rental Kitchen and Events

Get ready to share the cutting board and attend a cooking class, they have plenty of date night meals to try out!

In addition to their cooking classes, Square One Rental Kitchen and Events offer team-building classes with the Cupcake Challenge and Cheese-Centric Team Building!

Do It Together!

The best gift of all, is the gift of time… cheesy right? But maybe that’s what you’re looking for, and we’ve got you covered. Here are just some of the things you and your partner can do together in town:

The Art Bar

Learn to paint through events and classes, and enjoy some beer, wine or soda while you get creative!

Clay Your Way

Be a part of this local walk-in art opportunity and choose your project, maybe a piece to paint or try glass fusing!

Entertainment

Another night at home just won’t do, luckily you’re in Fargo (a.k.a. the most exciting city, ever) so make it a date night at one of the many entertainment spots. For the adventure lovers, art admirers and film fanatics, you might want to give these a try:

Puzzled Escape Rooms

Get ready to rack your brains and show some teamwork when you visit one of the many different themed escape rooms in Fargo! Puzzled Escape Rooms have 7 different themed rooms!

Gallery 4

While there are so many places you can support the local art community, you need to make a stop at this studio, which houses multiple mediums of art and a Made In Fargo gift shop!

Fargo Theater

Are you really a Fargoan couple if you haven’t attended a movie in the downtown historical theater? And yes don’t worry, they have popcorn!