Are you thinking about hosting a Galentine’s party this year? Gather some inspiration with these must try Galentines Day Party Ideas!
Valentine’s Day will be here soon! While we all can appreciate the romance of it all, let’s do it big just for the girlies!
Galentine’s Day is all about celebrating those friendships that you cherish most! Show your girls you love them with a Galentine’s party!
What is a Galentine’s party?
Galentine’s Day is usually celebrated on February 13th. A Galentine’s party is held any day in February, where you gather your best girlfriends and celebrate your friendship.
If you’re thinking about throwing the ultimate Galentine’s party, look no further! These Galentines Day party ideas cover everything, including party activities, food and drinks, decor, favors, and more!
Whether you’re planning an intimate party with your closest girls or the most spectacular party of the year, or asked yourself “How do you throw a Galentines party?”, these Galentines Day party ideas will give you the inspiration you need to create memories that will last a lifetime!
Get comfy, this one is loaded with inspo!
Galentine’s Day Activities
Make it a chill day in or go all out! Here are 8 incredibly fun Galentine activity ideas to try at your party!
Candle Making / Decorating
This is such a cute and relaxing idea that can also double as a take home party favor! You can have everyone make their own candles with a candle-making kit. Let them choose their scent and color.
If that seems a little too advanced, then you can simply decorate candles. Grab a set of candlesticks, acrylic paints, and brushes and you’re on your way to creating something beautiful.
Game Night
Who doesn’t love a good game night? Have everyone bring their favorite game to the party and host a night full of friendly competition!
Karaoke
Turn on some tunes and sing the night away! Karaoke is always a good time.
Grab a mic and have everyone take turns singing along to their favorite songs. You can play singalong videos with lyrics on YouTube on the TV.
Sleepover & Movie Marathon
Grab your girls, some pillows, blankets, and a nice set of PJs. Pop some popcorn and get the snacks ready! Laugh and cry all night long with your girls and watch those classic romcoms.
Spa Day
Have a relaxing girls’ day with a pampering party. You can choose to do this at home or an actual spa. Either way, your girls will truly appreciate it.
Here’s some must-haves if you do it at home:
- Set the scene: Play some relaxing music, add soft lighting with candles or fairy lights, burn candles or diffusers for a nice aromatherapy, supply robes and slippers, setup a hydration station with infused water
- You could hire an in-home spa service or buy everything from face masks to mani-pedi kits and more!
Makeup Lesson / Glam Day
We all love a good BEAT am I right?! Hire a local makeup artist to come in and give you and the girlies a 1-on-1 session. Or you can have everyone bring their makeup and teach each other. Learn each other’s favorite makeup tips!
Mini Cake Decorating
Now this one is super cute! If you are pretty good at baking, you can bake up a few mini cakes and prepare different colors of frosting and let everyone have fun decorating their own.
Tea Party
Have everyone put on their classy day dresses and invite them for tea. Whether you book a private event or host at home, you’ll want to get pictures!
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Galentines Party Food & Drinks
Next up, food and drinks! It wouldn’t be a party without it. I got a little something for everyone – sweet and savory, a little boozy, kid friendly and more!
Charcuterie
Create a spread of meats, cheeses, nuts, jams and all the appropriate accouterments. And don’t forget the wine!
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Chocolate covered strawberries are a Valentine, excuse me Galentine, staple!
Red Velvet Mini Cakes
Whip up your favorite red velvet box cake and cut out mini cakes using a round cookie cutter. Stack the mini cakes, filling each layer with a delicious cream cheese frosting. Check out this recipe from Southern Living!
Strawberry Milkshake Cookies
These strawberry milkshake cookies are a super easy and sweet pink dessert to add to your dessert table.
White Chocolate Raspberry Shooters
These shooters are an easy dessert that you can throw together the day before and display beautifully on your Galentine dessert table. Use my no bake white chocolate raspberry cheesecake recipe!
Strawberry Milk (& Cookies)
This one is for the littles! Set up a pink milk and cookie station! This is a great idea for kids who have a Valentine’s birthday or annual party!
Papaya Mocktail
This ombre papaya mocktail is delicious and perfect for a Galentine’s brunch!
Valentine Party Punch
This Valentine party punch is another great non-alcoholic option to serve at your party.
Raspberry Moscato
If you do want to add a little booze to the party, then this raspberry moscato is definitely the one to try!
Peach Bellini
A peach bellini is a classic brunch cocktail that you can serve at your Galentine party this year! I made this for my Christmas brunch and it was a hit!
Mimosa Bar
Mimosas are always a good idea. Set up an area with different fruit juices and some champagne.
Galentines Party Decor Ideas
Nothing says a party like a beautiful setup. Whether you have tons of space or very little, you can still add pops of festive decor with these ideas!
Galentine Backdrop
If you didn’t take cute photos with your girls, did it even really happen? Gather your supplies, whether it be balloons, streamers, garlands, or florals. Just make sure you get those pictures!
Galentine Tablescapes
Tablescapes can be as simple or as elaborate as you would like. I always suggest adding fresh flowers to your tables and nice linens! Use gold utensils for a nice elegant touch and pick a central color as your main theme!
You can find some affordable options on Amazon, at Dollar Tree, Hobby Lobby, and even Target’s bullseye spot. Keep your eyes peeled for good deals or for staple items you can pull out time and time again!
It’s All in the Details
Personalization and custom details are what bring a party to life! Think invitations, food tent cards, bunting banners, letter boards, name cards, etc. My favorite places for custom, personalized items is Etsy and Zazzle.
Galentines Party Favors & Gal Gifts
Let your girls know you appreciate them with a little something extra! These galentines day party ideas include cute party favors and gifts to surprise the gals with.
Candy Boxes
Go to your local candy shop and gather all the pink and red colored candy and make a cute candy box!
Treat Boxes
This one is for my bakers. Bake up your favorite desserts, make them festive, and give them to your girls as a nice party favor.
Selfcare Boxes
Make a gift box full of self-care essentials – mini candles, face masks, lip scrubs/balms, sleep masks, lotions, etc.
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Did these Galentines Day Party Ideas give you any inspiration? If so, leave us a comment below and share your Galentine’s Day plans!
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