7 Fun Galentine’s Day Ideas to Show Your Girls Some Love

Girlfriends are a privilege and a blessing. If you have a friend you can always depend on, count yourself lucky! While we show these special people love as often as possible; Galentine’s is the day set aside to do it in style. Here, I share 7 fun Galentine’s Day ideas that your besties will surely enjoy.

What is Galentine’s Day?

Galentine’s Day is a holiday celebrated on February 13th as a day to honor female friendships. It was popularized by the TV show “Parks and Recreation,” where the main character, Leslie Knope, declares it to be a day to celebrate the love and affection between women. It’s an opportunity to show appreciation for the important women in your life and to strengthen the bond between female friends. Popular activities for Galentine’s Day include brunch, gift exchanges, spa days, and movie nights. The holiday has become increasingly popular in recent years and is a way for women to come together and celebrate their friendships.

Friendships among women are important sources of support, encouragement, and companionship. They provide a sense of community and belonging and can help to boost self-esteem and confidence. Women’s friendships also offer an opportunity to share experiences, perspectives, and ideas, which can broaden horizons and enrich lives. Celebrating these friendships can also help to strengthen the bonds between friends and create lasting memories. Additionally, women’s friendships can provide a sense of comfort and security, particularly during difficult times. Celebrating Galentine’s Day or taking time to appreciate female friendships more generally can help reinforce the importance of these relationships and show gratitude for the women who bring joy and positivity into our lives.

7 Fun Galentine’s Day Ideas:

1. Have a spa day at home. Set up a DIY spa station with face masks, manicure supplies, and relaxing scents.

This is a great way to incorporate some self-care into your Galentine’s celebration. I love a good charcoal mask, like Mielle’s Organics Pomegranate & Honey Charcoal Mask. Plus it’s Black-owned.

2. Have a movie marathon. Pick some of your favorite chick flicks or comedies and enjoy a cozy night in with your friends.

A few of my and my besties’ favorites are: Waiting to Exhale, Set it Off, and Girls Trip. These films remind us of how dope Black women are and how fun our collective experiences can be.

3. Have a cooking or baking competition. Try to make new and creative dishes or desserts and vote on the best one.

4. Organize a game night. Play board games, card games, or video games, and have a fun competition with your friends.

Some Black-owned favorites are Culture Tags, Brilliant or BS, and Culture Karaoke.

5. Have a picnic in the park. Bring along your favorite snacks, drinks, and blankets, and enjoy a beautiful day with your friends.

6. Have a wine and paint night. Pick up a canvas and some paints, grab a bottle of wine, and let your creativity flow.

During the COVID-19 Pandemic, my sisters and I did this often. It was a really fun way for us to connect, laugh, and catch up with one another in a way that isolation wouldn’t afford us. We did this virtually, but now that we are past the pandemic, this would make a super fun and excellent Galentine’s Day event.

7. Have a book club meeting. Choose a book to read beforehand, and then have a discussion about it over some snacks and drinks.

I’m an avid reader, so this is right up my alley. A book can open up new worlds and thoughts to you. Imagine what conversations could be had over a good book.

It’s a celebration

Celebrating female friendships on Galentine’s Day is a great way to show appreciation for the special women in our lives. With fun ideas like spa days, movie marathons, and game nights, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.