Love & Futbol: 10 Creative Soccer-Themed Date Ideas for Valentines Day
Love and futbol. Both require passion, creativity, and dedication. With Valentine’s Day around the corner, Forty-One is here to help you create a vibe with your footy-loving significant other—because nothing says romance like a shared love for the game.
We’ve got 10 soccer-themed date ideas that blend the beautiful game with music, art, sneakers, and fashion—while tailored to specific cities and budgets, can apply to any location with some creativity. We’ve got something for every couple that lives for the game.
1. Stadium Graffiti Tour (Los Angeles)
Los Angeles is home to vibrant street art, and many soccer stadiums feature murals celebrating the city’s teams and culture. Start at BMO Stadium, where you can admire art inspired by LAFC, then hop to the nearby Arts District for murals by soccer-loving artists. Cap it off with a coffee from The Football Boutique while browsing their unique selection of vintage kits and art.
Price: $ (Free, except for coffee/snacks)
2. Custom Soccer Jersey Workshop (New York)
Book a spot at Make Manifest, a studio in Brooklyn that offers workshops for customizing apparel. Bring your favorite plain jersey or team kit and design it with patches, paint, or embroidery. It’s an intimate, creative way to express your soccer and streetwear vibes.
Price: $$ (Workshops start at $40 per person)
3. Retro Kit Shopping Date
Hit up Saturdays Football or Classic Football Shirts to hunt for retro soccer kits inspired from your favorite club or player. Afterwards, pop out to you favorite spot for vibes, games, and street food to end the day.
Price: $$–$$$ (Depends on your Jersey budget)
4. Match Viewing Picnic at Piedmont Park (Atlanta)
Pick a cozy spot in Piedmont Park, grab your laptop or tablet, and stream a classic soccer match or a live game from the day’s lineup. Pair it with charcuterie or homemade snacks, and you’re in your bag.
Price: $ (Free if you own a projector, plus food costs)
5. Private Soccer Lesson with a Twist (Los Angeles)
Hire a local coach for a private couple’s soccer lesson, but with a playful spin: focus on tricks, penalty shootouts, or even re-enacting iconic goals. End the day by visiting Elysian Park for scenic sunset views.
Price: $$ ($75–$150 per session)
6. Rooftop Soccer + DJ Set (Miami)
Head to Urban Soccer Five, where you can rent a small-sided rooftop pitch overlooking the Miami skyline. Afterwards, hit up Wynwood for a live DJ set or art walk, blending music, soccer, and Miami’s street art culture.
Price: $$ (Field rental starts at $50/hour)
7. Soccer-Themed Museum Date (San Francisco)
Head to the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and catch its Get In the Game exhibit, a collection of stories that show how sports impacts our culture and our passion for the game, with some soccer specific art to check out as well. The exhibit ends on February 18th, just in time for a Valentine Day’s booking.
Price: $$ (Museum tickets: $20–$30 per person, dinner extra)
8. Karaoke + Soccer-Inspired Love Songs (Atlanta)
Book a private karaoke room at Punch Bowl Social Atlanta and queue up soccer-adjacent anthems—like Shakira’s “Waka Waka” or anything by Oasis (for the Manchester United vibes). Add themed cocktails for extra fun.
Price: $$ (Room rental and drinks average $40–$70)
9. Valentines’ Soccer Match (Tampa)
What better way to enjoy Valentine’s Day than to watch the GOAT live? Book a ticket to see Inter Miami take on Orlando City at Raymond James Stadium on the 14th. Coordinate matching sneaker fits for the most stylish couple at the game.
Price: $55+ on Ticketmaster
10. Beach Soccer & Sunset Photography (Miami)
Head to South Beach or Crandon Park for a DIY beach soccer session, followed by a sunset photography stroll. Use your phone or a film camera for artsy soccer-inspired shots to remember the day.
Price: $ (Parking fees, plus optional equipment rentals)
This mix of creativity, romance, and soccer culture ensures you’ll celebrate Valentine’s Day in style, no matter your vibe—or budget.
