Love Is In The Air

The Star District is a treasure trove of gifts for everyone on your Valentine’s list

Toast to love at La Parisienne.

Photo courtesy of The Star District

Love is all around, especially at The Star District in Frisco. There, you can celebrate Valentine’s Day with festive dining and lovely shopping from more than 30 shops and restaurants.

Don't know where to start? Discover a curated assortment of Valentine's Day gifts, ranging from charming accessories to delightful experiences, below.

But first, celebrate the season of love during the Valentine’s Sip & Stroll on February 7 from 6-9 pm.

Enjoy sips and bites, love songs and photo moments, gift shopping, exclusive offers, complimentary Valentine’s takeaways, and much more. At least 15 shops and restaurants are participating, so you're bound to find a gift that perfectly expresses your love — and have fun while doing it.

Now onto the gifts!

Pamper your loved one this Valentine’s Day with the gift of relaxation with Hiatus Spa + Retreat's Valentine’s packages. Treat the man in your life to a day of pampering and grooming with a three-course hair service or a luxury shave from The Gents Place.

Treat him to a day of pampering at The Gents Place. Photo courtesy of The Star District

Blend Western flare with romantic charm at Lucchese this Valentine’s Day with a pair of boots that will have that special someone two-stepping with joy and traveling in style. Share the love of leather bags, practical clothing, and home accessories inspired by the legendary Captain Richard King. Button up, saddle up, and ride like you mean it with the help of King Ranch Saddle Shop.

Lucchese boots Blend Western flare with romantic charm at Lucchese. Photo courtesy of The Star District

Craft your perfect Valentine’s Day at Flea Style’s Hat Bar. Choose from j ewelry selections, pink trucker hats, and the perfect coat to stay warm this season. Shield your sweetheart’s eyes with the gift of chic Tom Ford sunglasses from Luxe Eyewear.Experience the luxurious Charlotte Jones Collection at the Omni Frisco Hotel at The Star. Show your love with selections of Kendra Scott, Aviator Nation, watches and cuff links. Celebrate your collector’s passion by gifting them signed memorabilia or trading cards from Cards in a Box.

Flea Style Hat Bar Craft couple's hats at Flea Style's Hat Bar. Photo courtesy of The Star District

Choose the perfect suit from J. Hilburn for Valentine's Day to add a touch of sophistication to your celebration, ensuring you look sharp and dapper for your special date. Find just-right shades of red and pink to add a romantic and festive flair to your wardrobe at Monkee's of Frisco, setting the perfect mood for a day filled with love.

J Hilburn suits Look sharp for a date with J. Hilburn's help.Photo courtesy of The Star District

It's customary to celebrate your love with a meal, and these all deliciously fit the bill:

Savor a perfect steak at Dee Lincoln Prime for a meal that's both indulgent and romantic. Celebrate authentic Italian cuisine with a modern touch and a vast selection of worldly wines and handcrafted signature cocktails at Lombardi Cucina Italiana.

A romantic dinner at Dee Lincoln Prime is a must. Photo courtesy of The Star District

Enjoy a full-sensory experience in The Glen's mystically unique atmosphere, complete with towering interior trees, lush florals, and provocative lighting.

Escape to The Glen for a magical meal. Photo courtesy of The Star District

At Snowbird Lounge & Kitchen, enjoy a chic and elevated upscale lounge specializing in a tantalizing array of mixology cocktails and delectable small bites.

Indulge in the rich and flavorful delights of Southern cuisine at Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen and Bar.

Ooh la la! Enjoy a specially curated menu and lovers-themed drinks this Valentine’s Day at La Parisienne French Bistro.

These shops and restaurants are just the start — check out the full directory at The Star District and plan your own love-filled celebration this Valentine's Day.

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Movie Review

Shaun the Sheep gets PG-spooky in new movie for the Halloween season

Photo courtesy of Aardman / Sky UK LTD / StudioCanal 2026

Shaun the Sheep in Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom.

Since his introduction over 30 years ago, the Aardman Animations character Shaun the Sheep has been almost as popular as the studio’s flagship characters, Wallace and Gromit. There is never a shortage of trouble Shaun can get into as he leads his flock and proves to be a thorn in the side of his farmer and Bitzer, the farmer’s loyal sheepdog.

His antics lead everyone down some slightly spooky roads in the new film, Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom. At first, things are only slightly awry as Shaun and the flock are growing a secret pumpkin patch to have their own jack-o-lanterns. But when the farmer accidentally destroys the pumpkin patch, Shaun tries to regrow it quickly with a Frankenstein-esque experiment.

However, disaster looms when Shaun uses an old bottle of Hair-Gro as the container for the serum he creates. Naturally, the balding farmer uses it on his head, and everyone soon discovers how truly successful it is, with pumpkins growing out of control and the farmer sprouting hair all over his body. Through a series of mishaps, the farmer becomes the titular beast, creating mayhem while Shaun and others try to stop him.

Directed by Steve Cox and Matthew Walker, and written by Mark Burton and Giles Pilbrow, the film goes down just as easy as every other Aardman project has. They get the Halloween vibes started from the opening credits, with things like the sheep doing the “Thriller” dance, and continue the fun throughout, referencing everything from Psycho to Friday the 13th in a nice, PG way.

With no script — every character is mute save for reaction noises — the movie relies on sight gags for its humor, and the Aardman team is endlessly inventive in that respect. Sometimes it’s small things like a sheep using toilet paper rolls as binoculars, and sometimes it’s something like forcing the Bigfoot-like farmer to be shaped into a rectangle as he escapes through a window. But there’s a never-ending stream of such moments, so even if one doesn’t tickle your funny bone, chances are the next one will.

The biggest benefit of the characters not talking is that there’s no need for deep character development. The filmmakers do a great job of giving the basic traits of each character, and then use those attributes to color everyone’s actions for the rest of the film. Shaun is the troublemaker, the farmer is a bumbling fool, Bitzer is preternaturally smart, and the town’s vet is empathetic, and the combination of those characters and others makes for a highly entertaining blend.

Like all Aardman creations, Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom is a fun lark that doesn’t make its audience think too hard. With just enough references to keep viewers engaged but not so many as to be overbearing, the film puts its well-worn characters to good use once again, delivering a Halloween season story that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

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Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom is now playing in theaters.

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