Valentine’s Day is often all about romantic love, but Galentine’s Day is the celebration of friendship, sisterhood, and all the women who make our lives better. It’s a day to honor the bonds that uplift and inspire us, and what better way to do that than with a fun, thoughtful celebration?

Whether you’re throwing a party for a group of your closest friends or having an intimate gathering with a few of your favorite gals, here’s a step-by-step guide to planning the ultimate Galentine’s Day bash!

Make sure you scroll to the end of this blog post where I have linked some essential items for your Galentine’s Day Celebration!

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1. Choose Your Theme & Vibe

Before diving into logistics, decide on a theme or general vibe for the celebration. Galentine’s Day is all about celebrating women, so think about what resonates with you and your crew. Do you want something cozy and casual? Glamorous and chic? Funny and quirky? Some fun theme ideas include:

• Brunch & Bubbly: Think mimosas, waffles, and a relaxed vibe.
• DIY Craft Party: Get creative with personalized gifts or cards.
• Pink Bow: Celebrate the day while incorporating everything in cute pink bows

Your theme will set the tone and help guide other decisions (like decorations, food, and outfits).

2. Set a Date, Time and Location

Galentine’s Day falls on February 13th, but you can celebrate it any day leading up to Valentine’s Day. Choose a time that works best for your friends. If it’s a workday, consider hosting a brunch, an after-work happy hour, or a weekend celebration. Make sure everyone can attend, so send out invites early enough to avoid schedule conflicts.

3. Create a Guest List

Who are the most important women in your life? The best part about Galentine’s Day is that it’s not about romantic relationships—it’s about the friendships that mean the most to you. Depending on the vibe of your celebration, invite your closest friends, family, or even coworkers you feel a special connection with.

Keep the group size manageable for the type of celebration you’re hosting. Intimate gatherings may work best with a small group of 4-6 people, while larger parties can accommodate more.

4. Send Fun Invitations

Set the tone early with creative invitations. You can go digital with cute e-cards or make your own invites if you’re crafty. Etsy and Pinterest are great for finding DIY invitation ideas. Alternatively, you could send out personalized invites through platforms like Paperless Post or Evite, using fun designs like hearts, flowers, or iconic Galentine’s quotes.

Make sure to include essential details: Date, time, location, and any special instructions (dress code, BYOB, RSVP details, etc.).

5. Plan the Menu

Food is always the star of any good party! Whether you go for a full-on brunch spread, appetizers, or a DIY dessert table, keep things easy to eat, fun, and shareable. Here are some ideas to get you started:

• Brunch Lovers: Serve a spread of waffles, croissants, fresh fruit, and mimosas.
• Casual & Fun: Think finger foods like chips, guacamole, pizza, and cupcakes.
• Sophisticated: Opt for a charcuterie board, wine pairings, and bite-sized appetizers.
• DIY Food Station: Make things interactive with a taco bar, donut decorating station, or hot chocolate bar.

If you want to add a personal touch, you could even have a DIY station where guests can build their own snacks (think: taco bar, donut decorating, etc.).

6. Pick Signature Drinks

Whether alcoholic or non-alcoholic, drinks should match the vibe of the event. You could serve:

• Mimosas or Bellinis for a brunch.
• Sparkling Rosé for a touch of glam.
• Mocktails like virgin mojitos, Shirley Temples, or a fruit punch for a fun twist.
• Hot Chocolate & Tea for a cozy winter feel.

7. Create a Playlist

Music is essential for setting the mood. Choose upbeat tracks to keep the energy high, or go for more mellow tunes if you want a relaxed vibe. Include a mix of girl-power anthems, throwback jams, and feel-good classics. Here are a few tracks you can add:

• “Run the World” by Beyoncé
• “Wannabe” by Spice Girls
• “Good as Hell” by Lizzo
• “Just a Girl” by No Doubt
• “Wannabe” by Spice Girls
• “I’m Every Woman” by Whitney Houston
• “Toxic” by Britney Spears
• “No Scrubs” by TLC
• “Man! I Feel Like a Woman!” by Shania Twain
• “Shake It Off” by Taylor Swift
• “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” by Justin Timberlake
• “Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
• “Happy” by Pharrell Williams
• “Levitating” by Dua Lipa
• “I’ll Be There for You” by The Rembrandts (Friends Theme Song)
• “Wind Beneath My Wings” by Bette Midler
• “Count on Me” by Bruno Mars
• “Lean on Me” by Bill Withers
• “A Little Ray of Sunshine” by A-Teens

8. Decorate with Love

The best part of Galentine’s Day is the decor—so get creative! For a simple yet stylish approach, decorate with heart-shaped balloons, pastel-colored streamers, fresh flowers, and candles. Incorporate elements of your theme, whether it’s feminine, vintage, or quirky. A few ideas:

• A DIY photo booth with props (like heart-shaped glasses, feather boas, and fun signs).
• Personalized name tags for each guest (showing how much you appreciate them).
• Framed quotes about friendship or fun Galentine’s Day sayings like “You’re the Leslie to my Ann!”

9. Organize Fun Activities

While chatting and snacking are always fun, having a few planned activities can keep things lively. Here are some ideas:

• Galentine’s Bingo: Create bingo cards with fun friendship-related prompts (like “you’ve been to my house” or “we’ve had a sleepover”).
• Crafting Station: Set up a DIY project like friendship bracelets, personalized mugs, or creating custom cards for each other.
• Memory Sharing: Have each guest share their favorite memory with the group, or the most meaningful lesson they’ve learned from a friendship.
• Photo Scavenger Hunt: Give everyone a list of things to find or do around the house or neighborhood, and take pictures to prove it.

10. Personalize with party favours

Galentine’s Day isn’t about expensive presents—it’s about thoughtful gestures! Consider creating small, personalized gifts to show your friends how much they mean to you. Some ideas:

• A framed photo of a fun memory together.
• A custom-made friendship bracelet.
• A “Self-Care Kit” with face masks, nail polish, and cozy socks.
• A handwritten letter or card.

For an extra touch, organize a gift exchange or a “Galentine’s Secret Cupid” gift exchange, where each guest draws a name and surprises that person with a small gift.

11. Plan for Photos

Capture all the special moments! Set up a DIY photo booth with fun props like heart-shaped glasses, boas, and signs that say “Besties Forever” or “Galentine’s Day Queen.” Alternatively, designate a spot for group photos and encourage everyone to take candid shots. Don’t forget to create a fun hashtag (e.g., #Galentines2025) for everyone to share their photos on social media.

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Essential Item’s For Your Ultimate Galentine’s Day!

Scroll through the following links that I’ve attached to see the best selling Galentine’s Day items on Amazon. The links are linked to the Canadian Amazon. If you’re in another country, Amazon will redirect you to view the link in your country. Happy shopping!

Balloons, Garland, Banners Etc

It’s not a Galentine’s Day party without the decor! Each Galentine’s Day party requires a special touch weather it be through helium heart shaped balloons or a couple banners to hang around. Each of the item’s below are perfect idea’s to enhance your parties theme. You could also use each example below to incorporate a photo wall where you and your best friends can capture the memories of your special day!

Serving Items (Plates, Cups Etc)

Another important category when planning your party. There are ton’s of adorable heart shaped serving dishes, cups, table runners etc. I have linked below my top favourites you can purchase off of Amazon. You can get creative with your theme and presentation with all of the items below. One of my favourite items is the heart shaped charcuterie board which you could place fun pink, red and white coloured candies or food inside!

Baking

Baking is a huge aspect of your party! Weather you and your friends are baking together or bringing treats separately, each of these items below is sure to spruce up whatever you chose to bake! Cupcake toppers can be used obviously for baked goods, but you can also use them for small sandwiches or wraps. I am obsessed with the hot pink funfetti and the edible pink glitter. If you put the glitter into a drink, it looks adorable. Have fun getting in touch with your creative side while making your baked goods!

Valentine’s Day Decor

There is so many cute Valentine’s Day decor pieces to chose from. Chose pieces that best reflect your theme for your Galentine’s Day party. Most of these decor pieces can be used for every Galentine’s Day theme making them great to use each year.

Candy

A Galentine’s day party NEEDS to have candy. Shop below for some Valentine’s Day themed candy ideas. These candy would go great out on the table or you could use them as party favours!

Party Favours

Having party favours at your Galentine’s Day party are a thoughtful way to express appreciation and create lasting memories for your guests. It can add a lot of fun into the atmosphere. You can use these party favours in one of two ways. You could of course make cute little bags and gift your friend each of the items below, or you could have them set out on a separate table so each guest can enjoy the items during the party. You could also personalize each item for a special touch for your beloved guests. Scroll through the items listed below for some ideas that your guests are sure to love!

Extra’s

To host a memorable Galentine’s day celebration, you should consider looking at some of the item’s below. I have listed some beads to make bracelets, adorable heart shaped sunglasses, Valentine’s Day tissue paper and more!

Clothing/Jewelry

Your best friend’s can wear what ever they want to your Galentine’s Day party (unless you have a specific theme of course), but to enhance your party, it’s a great idea if everyone wears the same outfits! Most of the outfits below come in sizes extra small to triple large making them great options for everyone to wear. I personally find the best outfit to wear during a Galentine’s Day party is matching pajama’s. Any of the pink pajamas I have linked below would be my first pick when hosting a party. I also have attached some cute heart shapped earrings you could also wear. Lastly, the cutest photo’s from a Galentine’s Day party is when everyone is wearing the same thing. Have fun choosing the best fit for you and your besties!

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Wrapping It Up

Galentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the special women in your life and create lasting memories with your closest friends. By following these 10 simple steps, you can host a fun, meaningful celebration that leaves everyone feeling loved and appreciated. So, grab your planner, your favorite gals, and get ready for a day filled with laughter, love, and plenty of girl power! 💖

Happy Galentine’s Day! ✨