Valentine’s weekend is officially here. Whether you’re planning a romantic night out, grabbing your friends for Galentine’s brunch, hitting a live show, or just looking for something different to do around town, this lineup is packed. From dueling pianos and reggae on the mountain to elegant dinners and community fundraisers, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate in and around Johnstown.
🎉 Community Shoutout
A round of applause for the staff at 1st Summit Arena and all the local volunteers who helped host the PIAA team state wrestling finals this weekend. Welcoming hundreds of athletes and fans from across Pennsylvania is no small feat.
⭐ Highlight Events of the Week
Be Mine Ball
The Willow
Live music, full meal, dancing and cash bar. Ages 21+.
Valentine’s Day Dinner for Two
Balance
Special sharing menu with salad, steak, salmon and dessert.
Love Loud: Felix and the Fingers Dueling Pianos
The Grand Ballroom at Windber Recreation Park
Dinner, dancing, and high-energy dueling pianos make this a lively Valentine’s celebration worth planning around.
Reggae on the Mountain
Laurel Mountain Ski Resort
Feel-good reggae vibes, laid-back energy, and live music set the tone for a unique Valentine’s weekend experience.
Roxbury Bandshell Fat Friday
The Willow
Dinner, dancing, raffles, and live music supporting the Roxbury Bandshell.
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🌟 Full Event List
Thursday, February 12, 2026
11:00 AM - Winter Drop-In Storytime (Cambria County Library, Johnstown) - Drop-in winter storytime for children ages 0 to 5.
4:30 PM - Teen Reading Lounge (Cambria County Library, Johnstown) - Relaxed teen book hangout with discussion and activities.
6:00 PM - Dinner & A Movie Series: The Ugly Truth (Tap814 Speakeasy, Johnstown) - Themed dinner, cocktails, and rom-com movie night.
6:00 PM - Paint N Sip Night: Northern Lights (814 Lanes & Games, Belmont) - Guided paint-and-sip night with a Northern Lights theme.
6:00 PM - Music Bingo (Stone Bridge Brewing Company, Johnstown) - Music-themed bingo night in the taproom.
6:00 PM - Ponfeigh Distillery Paint Party Fundraiser (Ponfeigh Distillery, Somerset) - Paint party fundraiser supporting a local animal rescue.
7:00 PM - Just JJ & Bri - Acoustic at The Boulevard (Boulevard Grill, Johnstown) - Valentine’s-themed acoustic live music performance.
7:00 PM - JR’s Sports Den February Music Video Bingo Night (JR’s Sports Den, Johnstown) - Valentine’s edition music video bingo with prizes and drinks.
Friday, February 13, 2026
10:00 AM - Friday the 13th Tattoo Flash and Piercing Sale (Sin City Hooligans Tattoo) - Special pricing on tattoo flash designs and piercings all day.
4:00 PM - Ace’s Fish Fry (Our Annual Tradition Returns) (Ace’s, Johnstown) - Annual Lenten fish fry with dine-in, takeout, and delivery options.
5:00 PM - Red Solo Cup Night (Forbes Trail Brewing, Stoystown) - Country-themed party with music bingo, prizes, and drink specials.
6:00 PM - Ballroom Basics 1 – Log Art Dance (Community Arts Center of Cambria County, Johnstown) - Beginner ballroom dance class covering multiple foundational styles.
6:00 PM - Roxbury Bandshell Fat Friday Fundraiser Event (The Willow, Johnstown) - Dinner, dancing, raffles, and live music supporting the Roxbury Bandshell.
7:00 PM - Kristin Acoustic at Asiago’s Tuscan Italian (Asiago’s Tuscan Italian, Johnstown) - Live acoustic music paired with dinner and cocktails.
7:00 PM - FTT Unplugged at Fox’s Pizza Den Sidman (Fox’s Pizza Den Sidman, Sidman) - Live acoustic music with great food and drinks.
7:00 PM - Reggae On The Mountain (Laurel Mountain Ski Resort) - Free reggae concert with full-band vibes at the ski resort.
7:45 PM - Public Skating – 2/13 (North Central Recreation Center, Ebensburg) - Evening public ice skating session open to all ages.
8:00 PM - Uncorked w/ Ernie Dipko (Westmont Indoor Golf, Johnstown) - Live music night featuring Ernie Dipko.
9:00 PM - First Catholic Slovak Bandhall with Krazy Kat Daddies (First Catholic Slovak Band Hall, Johnstown) - Rockin’ Valentine’s party with live dance music.
Saturday, February 14, 2026
7:30 AM - Dark Brews Coffee Co x SweatRx (500 Galleria Drive, Johnstown) - Morning spin session followed by coffee and good vibes.
8:00 AM - Popup Spin! FREE (MorGainz Fitness) - Free spin class at the Richland location. Try something new.
1:00 PM - FEBFEST CELEBRATION (144 Gazebo Park, Johnstown) - Valentine’s, Chinese New Year, Mardi Gras and Presidents Day celebration.
2:00 PM - Public Skating - 2/14 (North Central Recreation Center, Ebensburg) - Afternoon public skate. $5 admission, $4 skate rental.
2:00 PM - Cupids & Cocktails (Rusty Musket Distilling Co., Boswell) - Cocktails, live music, treats and Valentine’s themed fun.
4:00 PM - Valentine’s Day Dinner for Two (Balance, 411 Main Street) - Special sharing menu with salad, steak, salmon and dessert.
4:30 PM - Valentine’s Dinner @ Harrigan’s Café (Harrigan’s Café & Wine Deck) - Three-course Valentine’s dinner crafted for couples.
5:00 PM - Be Mine Ball (The Willow, 650 Airport Road) - Live music, full meal, dancing and cash bar. Ages 21+.
5:00 PM - Valentine Dinner (The Wine Loft on Franklin) - $75 per person dinner with champagne toast.
5:00 PM - LOVE LOUD Felix and the Fingers Dueling Pianos & Dinner (The Grand Ballroom at Windber Recreation Park) - Valentine’s dinner and dueling pianos celebration.
5:00 PM - A Not So Fancy Cupid’s Evening with Long Road Home (East Taylor Township Volunteer Fire Company) - Spaghetti dinner, dessert and live music benefit event.
6:00 PM - A Recipe for Love: A Special Valentine’s Day Cooking Experience (Balance @ The Airport) - Hands-on three-course cooking experience for couples.
6:00 PM - Valentine’s Cabaret Dinner with Smooth Sound Band (Island Cuisine Restaurant, Galleria Drive) - Romantic dinner with live band and cabaret atmosphere.
6:30 PM - Brad Fisher at Tap814 Speakeasy (Tap814 Speakeasy) - Live acoustic music in an intimate cocktail setting.
7:00 PM - Valentines Day with Day Ja Vu (Jim & Jimmies, 3900 Somerset Pike) - Live music and dancing. No cover.
7:00 PM - Jeff Webb (solo acoustic) at Jimmy T’s (Jimmy T’s Firehouse Pub) - Solo acoustic Valentine’s Day debut performance.
7:00 PM - My Sweet Valentine (The Russell House of Moxham) - Jazz, dinner and Valentine’s evening experience.
7:30 PM - Johnstown’s Got Talent (Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center) - Jazz orchestra and local talent showcase.
10:00 PM - Valentines Day with Dirty Dogz: Love at First Bite!! (Woodside Bar and Grill) - High-energy rock show for a louder Valentine’s night.
Sunday, February 15, 2026
9:00 AM - Sunday Brunch Buffet (Westwood Bar and Grill) - Weekly brunch buffet with rotating menu, mimosas, and bloody marys.
11:00 AM - Hoss's Community Day to Benefit Camp PARC (Hoss's Steak & Sea House) - Dine in and support Camp PARC with a flyer.
12:00 PM - Galentine's Brunch (The Wine Loft on Franklin) - Brunch with dessert bouquets, cocktails, and best friend vibes.
1:00 PM - Papas & Pirouettes: A Valentine's Ballet Class with Dad! (Johnstown Concert Ballet) - Special father figure ballet class creating memories at the barre.
4:00 PM - Sweetheart Spaghetti Dinner (Lower Yoder Volunteer Fire Co) - Valentine meal with movie showing and photo booth.
4:00 PM - Learn To Curl (Rail City Curling Club) - Intro curling event ahead of Olympic season excitement.
🏒 Tomahawk Watch
The Johnstown Tomahawks are back home at 1st Summit Arena for a two-game series this weekend:
Friday, Feb 13
7:30 PM – Johnstown Tomahawks vs. Elmira Aviators – 1st Summit Arena at Cambria County War Memorial
Saturday, Feb 14
7:00 PM – Johnstown Tomahawks vs. Elmira Aviators – 1st Summit Arena at Cambria County War Memorial
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