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Ideas to celebrate Galentine’s Day

by Zintle Mdaka
PICTURE: PEXELS/ GALENTINE'S DAY

Galentine’s Day is fast approaching, where female friendships are celebrated with activities like brunch, spa days, craft nights, or themed parties.

This day is globally celebrated a day before Valentine’s Day, February 13, leaving you with no excuse of not celebrating your friends.

Popular ideas include hosting a pyjama movie marathon, doing a wine-and-paint night, or organising a clothing/book swap. Activities like cookie decorating, escape rooms, or a picnic can also make the day memorable.

Also see: Feeling single? Celebrate galentines with your pals this Valentine’s Day

Here are some ideas on how you can celebrate Galentine’s Day:

DIY charm bookmarks

@kimberlyj_king Make some DIY bookmarks with me!! This would be the perfect girls night craft for valentines / galentines ✨💗 everything I used is in my Amazon!! #girlsnight #craft #easydiy #easycraft #galentines ♬ EVERLASTING LOVE – GROWS

Iron-on patch slippers

@kristinakaylaa Easiest girls night activity, thanks TikTok #girlsnightin #girlhood #wholesometiktok ♬ NOT CUTE ANYMORE (Sped up) – ILLIT

Also see: 5 Ideas to help you host a Galentine’s this year

Book a fun class together

Calm Sleep shared that trying something new together is a great way to bond, laugh, and create ridiculous memories.

Whether it’s a paint-and-sip night, a dance class, or even a cooking workshop, the fun is in the shared experience. Plus, there are always online classes for friends who don’t live in the same city.

Have a no-phone, all talk dinner

We love a good group chat, but when was the last time you had a real, uninterrupted conversation with your besties?

Head to a nice restaurant or cook a meal together at home, but make one rule: no scrolling, no distractions — just deep, uninterrupted quality time. Maybe you can even come up with some discussion topics ahead of time like favourite books, podcasts, or even goals you have for the future.

Also see: No Valentine? No problem! Galentines is up with your besties instead

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