Valentine’s Day is tomorrow — if that made your heart skip a beat, we’re here to help. It’s not too late to buy a present, and Columbia has many places to pick up last-minute gifts, like these spots where you can get your Valentine a flowery or sugary surprise.
Something floral
Something Special Florist and Gifts
Celebrate the holiday with pretty petals and stop by this Main Street shop to buy a Valentine’s Day bouquet with roses and many other flowery options.
Fern Studio
This local shop is blooming with cute, decorative displays, and it has special options for Valentine’s Day. Pro tip: You can add on chocolates to sweeten the gift, or you can grab a Galentine’s bundle for a gal pal.
Three Oaks Florist and Interiors
Red, pink, and white might dominate Valentine’s Day decor, but this shop adds many more colors to the mix with its creative, romantic bundles.
A Florist & More at Forget-Me-Not Florist
Buy roses by the dozen, or select a special arrangement that sends a romantic message.
Blossom Shop’s storefront on Gervais Street.
Photo via @blossomshopcolumbia
Blossom Shop
Last year, this local business opened at a new location on Gervais Street, and this Valentine’s Day it has romantic bouquets to make the holiday special.
Pineview Florist & Gifts
This West Columbia flower shop is a rosy option if you’re looking for a Valentine’s Day bundle, selling many flower varieties and decorative containers.
Sightler’s Florist and Marketplace
Go beyond roses at this West Columbia store with bundles that include hydrangeas, lilies, and carnations. But if you want to stick with a classic, you’ll find plenty of roses too.
American Floral, Irmo
Stunning, elegant, and sensational. Those are three words this florist uses to describe its bouquets — so gifting these flowers will certainly send a message.
You’d be nutty to overlook the treats at this Columbia staple.
Photo via @davidrobinsonphotographer
Something sweet
Ally & Eloise
Make a sweet impression with baked goods from this local business with two shops in Columbia. Be on the lookout for cake pops, cupcakes, cookies, and macarons.
Cromer’s P-Nuts
This longstanding Columbia snack shop has a selection of popcorn, candies, and other snacks. Head to the store to find pink vanilla + cherry-flavored treats, the perfect companion to a romantic movie night.
Kaminsky’s Dessert Café
Cakes, cookies, and cheesecakes are all on the menu — you can even use a delivery service to have them sent to your door. Or head to the Columbia cafe for a midday Valentine’s Day treat, like a milkshake or sundae.
Mast General Store
If your partner has a favorite candy, this store is a great spot to satisfy their sweet tooth. Browse from a huge selection of sugary snacks, but keep your eyes out for other giftable goods.
Twisted Confections & More
Show your love with baked goods, chocolates, or candy-covered fruits. Some Valentine’s Day gift sets may be available at the last minute.
Chocolate Wonderland, Lexington
Head to this shop for a variety of present-worthy sweets, including chocolate covered fruits or create-your-own chocolate boxes.
