As Valentine’s Day approaches, I’ve been so impressed with the gift possibilities offered by local Calgary businesses. I thought it would be fun to pull together a short list of thoughtful gifts that have caught my eye. Of course, I had to include a fun, spring photo package with Tara Whittaker Photography. 

Remember, love is in the little things. Whether your gifts are for your best friends, family, or sweetheart, I invite you to take a look at the local Calgary Valentine’s Day gift ideas list I’ve gathered below for inspiration that also supports local businesses.

5 Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas Local to Calgary to Make Them Feel Extra Loved:

1 – Crave Sweetheart Cookies

Your Valentines of all ages will love this year’s Sweetheart Cookies from Crave. The cookies are available February 2nd-14th, along with Valentine’s Day cupcakes, and gluten-free heart cakes! Fun fact about Crave, the co-founders Carolyne and Jodi grew up baking these heart shaped cookies for their classmates in High River, Alberta, every Valentine’s Day! What a special way to keep this tradition alive.

Order your Valentine’s sweets from Crave here or visit one of their four Calgary locations today!

2 – Super-Soft pajamas from Adorn Boutique

Full disclosure, the owner, Kari, is one of my past brides that I took wedding photos for, and I absolutely love Adorn Boutique. It’s been fun to watch Kari thrive as a small-business owner in Inglewood. In addition to these super-soft pajamas, Adorn has an extensive Valentine’s Day collection that includes everything from quilted jackets, cute dresses, to cozy slippers.

Take a look at their Valentine’s catalogue here or visit their store in-person in Inglewood!

3 – Diamond Studs by E.V. Stenroos

You can never go wrong with sparkles. These gorgeous diamond studs by jewelry designer E.V. Stenroos — set in 18k gold or platinum — are effortlessly elegant and made to be treasured for generations. There’s a reason diamonds never go out of style.

Contact E.V. Stenroos via their website to order your timeless diamond studs here!

4 – Greeting Cards from Little May Papery

Everyone loves a handwritten Valentine! An adorable greeting card from Little May Papery is the perfect starting point. Kiddos will appreciate the fun graphics, and adults will love the fun and flirty sentiments. 

Find your favourite greeting cards by Little May Papery for delivery or pickup in Calgary here!

5 – Spring Mini Sessions with Tara Whittaker Photography

And last but not least… show your love with the gift of photos. This spring, I’m partnering with Sweet Bloom Floral Design for spring mini sessions on April 12th, 2026. Imagine a stunning floral backdrop, a relaxed 30-minute session at the Studios at Vic Park, and photos perfect for families, graduates, engagements, or even for popping the question (yes, really). This Valentine’s Day, give a unique experience: a spring photoshoot that results in timeless photos to cherish forever.

Contact me via inquiry or email to book your Spring Mini Session. I look forward to capturing your special moments!

Happy Valentine’s Day!

For more inspiration from these local Calgary Valentine’s Day gift ideas, take a look at my Instagram as I will be revealing the gift ideas through reels and posts as each gift was thoughtfully captured through a fun photoshoot we did at the beginning of the month. We hope this list helps you find the perfect gift for your loved ones. Happy Valentine’s Day!

PS: These Valentine’s ideas aren’t sponsored—just things I genuinely love.