While Valentine’s Day may seemingly be reserved for lovers, this doesn’t mean this month cannot be celebrated with the girls that get you through the trials and turbulences of your relationships. As friendship is a connection that should also be celebrated and treasured, Galentines Day is the perfect way to give your girlfriends the special day they deserve.
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Unsure what to do on Galentines’s Day to make your friends feel appreciated? Take a look at a few fun activities to add to your itinerary to make this day one to remember.
What & when is Galentines’s Day?
Made popular by the iconic show Parks and Recreation, Galentine’s Day is the celebration of friendship among women. Traditionally, this day takes place on 13 February, the day before Valentine’s Day. The great thing about this holiday is that it isolates a chosen day to reconnect with friends and show your appreciation and dedication to your friendships.
Things to do on Galentine’s Day
Have a wine and paint night
What better way to spend the night than sipping a glass of wine and getting creative with your best friends? By partaking in a paint night, you’ll be able to get your hands dirty and create something unique while chatting and catching up with your friends.
Be sure to purhcase plenty of painting material to provide, so you’ll have plenty of colours and space to work on. This activity is also the perfect way to create you’re very own souvenir to take home afterwards to commemorate the fantastic night.
Enjoy the sun and have a picnic in a park
While Galentine’s Day usually means doing romantic things for your partner, you can also woo your friends by providing a delicious selection of goodies to eat. From chocolate-covered strawberries to non-alcoholic champagne, why shouldn’t your girlfriends feel like the only girl in the world?
You can take a picnic blanket to ensure you can comfortably laze about in the sun with your friends and enjoy the serene outdoor surroundings while sipping and snacking on a variety of tasty bites.
Have a spa day
Whether it’s at home or at a tranquil establishment, getting pampered with your girlfriends is the perfect way to commemorate the day in style. From facials to manicures, you’ll feel your troubles melt away with your besties by your side.
Be sure to keep an eye out for spa package deals in your area, as February is a popular time for specials to surface when the month of love arrives.
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