Children's Sweetheart Ball

February 8 • 3:00 – 7:00 pm

Our annual Sweetheart Ball is your time to shine! Dress to impress and get ready for a night of music, dancing and hands-on fun as we celebrate love—of friends, of family and of ourselves too.

Tickets for this ever-popular pre-Valentine's Day soiree sell fast, so don't miss the chance to reserve yours now. We can't wait to see you there!

Tickets

Early Bird (through January 26): Members: $12 / Non-Members: $20

Regular: Members: $18 / Non-Members: $25

Buy Tickets

Pre-registration is the only way to guarantee admission to Sweetheart Ball at Stepping Stones. Barcoded tickets MUST be presented in either printed or digital form upon entrance to the event.

*Please note that tickets will NOT be available online after 10:00 am on February 8. Limited tickets may be available at the door.

Featured Experiences

Love Train

All aboard the Love Train! Snuggle up with your nearest and dearest and enjoy a heartwarming journey around the Stepping Stones bus circle. Rides happen continuously all evening long!

Valentine's Dance

Get excited, get energized and light up the dance floor to some unbeatable tunes at our annual Valentine’s Dance featuring DJ Lou from Star Factory!

Heartbeat Clinic

Step into the role of a healthcare hero at our Heartbeat Clinic! Use a realistic stethoscope to listen to your own heartbeat—or a loved one’s—and learn from pediatric specialists from Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital. Plus, enjoy exciting giveaways to take home!

Red Carpet Fashion Show

Step into the spotlight and dazzle the crowd on our glamorous Red Carpet! Show off your style, strike a pose and soak up the cheers from your adoring fans—it’s your time to shine!

Photo Booth

Capture the magic of the Sweetheart Ball with a photo you'll cherish forever! Get creative with fun props and loved ones to create a picture-perfect memory.

Love-Packed Activities

Craft dazzling crowns and tiaras, brew a bubbling love potion, design heartfelt Valentine’s cards and more!

Book Tasting

Dive into a “Book Tasting” adventure! Children and their caregivers will sample exciting genres, spark curiosity and uncover new books to love and explore. Who knows? They might just find a new favorite!

Exclusive Healthyville® Café Menu

Be sure to bring your appetite to Sweetheart Ball! Sit down for a “candlelit” dinner and enjoy specialty menu items available for purchase in our Healthyville® Café during the event. No dining reservation required.