Galentine’s Day, a play on Valentine’s Day, is the perfect time to come together with your best friends and spend quality time together. The concept of Galentines was originally made popular by the TV show Parks and Recreation, and now, it has become a tradition across the world. The best part about Galentine’s Day is it can be planned any way you want it to be! Whether you are hosting a big party or just having a small get-together, planning ahead will make the day even more memorable. We have some simple steps to create the ultimate Galentine’s celebration.
Choosing a theme makes any party more exciting. Some popular ideas include a cozy pajama night, a floral theme, or even a pink-and-red dress code. A theme helps tie everything together, from decorations to food. If you and your friends love a certain TV show or movie, you could even plan your party around that too!
Good food is also one of the most important parts of any party! If you’re doing brunch, you can serve waffles, pancakes, and fruit. For a chill movie night, popcorn, candy, and homemade snacks are great options. You could also make a special drink, like a fun punch or hot cocoa with toppings. If you want to go all out, setting up a dessert table with a variety of cupcakes, cookies, and chocolates will definitely impress your friends. You can even make it a group activity and have each guest bring a board full of yummy desserts and snacks for everyone to join. IB sophomore Yahly Shisgal told me about her galentine’s and how she planned out the menu: “I wanted to obviously make sure everyone was fed but also make sure it was cute, aesthetic, and fit with the theme. I saw this idea on TikTok where everyone brings a board full of different foods that start with the letter of their name. I thought it was a really fun idea and ended up being really cute.” “I love the concept of Galentines and it is such a fun way to spend time with your friends, dress up cute, and get lots of cute pictures. Your Galentines does not have to be extravagant or have many decorations at all. The most important thing is you have fun with your friends and make the most of your friendships, because before you know it you will all go on your different paths in life.”
Another important aspect of Galentines is to keep everyone entertained. Doing a DIY craft, playing games such as trivia or charades, or even having a mini spa night with face masks and nail polish are all great options. Adding decorations makes all the difference as well. Balloons, fairy lights, and heart-shaped decorations are perfect for a Galentine’s celebration. IB sophomore Ritu Mehta has some ideas for how you can keep your guests entertained: “I think having a spa night with pajamas is such a good idea for a Galentines celebration. You can have everyone buy matching silk pajamas and they can all be red and pink. Then you can all watch a movie, maybe do some face masks, and just relax.” ”As much as wearing fancy dresses and going to a park is really cute, sometimes the best is to just stay in and unwind especially with the busyness of school and life in general. I love the concept of Galentines overall.”
No matter how you celebrate, the most important thing is to have fun and appreciate your friends. With a little planning, you can make this Galentine’s Day one to remember! We hope these tips help you plan the ultimate celebration with your favorite people.