In 2010, Leslie Knope (Amy Poehler) from “Parks and Recreation” introduced Galentine’s Day to the world, according to Merriam Webster.
“What’s Galentine’s Day? Oh it’s only the best day of the year,” Knope said in the show. “Every February 13th, my lady friends and I leave our husbands and our boyfriends at home, and we just come and kick it, breakfast-style. Ladies celebrating ladies.”
But if you’re looking for some things to do at home with the girls for Galentine’s Day, here are some ideas for you.
Movie night
What is a girls night without a few romantic comedies? Deseret News has ranked the best romantic comedies of all time just for this occasion. From “Austenland” to “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” there is something for everyone!
Here are just a few movies to choose from as well:
Period dramas
- Little Women (2019)
- Rating: PG
- Streaming: Hulu
- Pride & Prejudice (2005)
- Rating: PG
- Streaming: Peacock
- Emma (2020)
- Rating: PG
- Streaming: Amazon Prime
- Persuasion (2022)
- Rating: PG
- Streaming: Netflix
- Austenland (2013)
- Rating: PG-13
- Streaming: Tubi
- Titanic (1997)
- Rating: PG-13
- Paramount+
- The Help (2011)
- Rating: PG-13
- Streaming: Hulu
Movies with strong female leads
- Steel Magnolias (1989)
- Rating: PG
- Streaming: Max
- Miss Congeniality (2000)
- Rating: PG-13
- Streaming: Netflix
- Hidden Figures (2016)
- Rating: PG
- Streaming: Rent on Amazon Prime
- A League of Their Own (1992)
- Rating: PG
- Streaming: Philo
- The Devil Wears Prada (2006)
- Rating: PG-13
- Streaming: Amazon Prime
- Black Widow (2021)
- Rating: PG-13
- Streaming: Disney+
- Wonder Woman (2017)
- Rating: PG-13
- Streaming: Max
Live-action princesses
- Princess Diaries (2001)
- Rating: G
- Streaming: Disney+
- Cinderella (2015)
- Rating: PG
- Streaming: Disney+
- Beauty and the Beast (2017)
- Rating: PG
- Streaming: Disney+
- Aladdin (2019)
- Rating: PG
- Streaming: Disney+
- Mulan (2020)
- Rating: PG-13
- Streaming: Disney+
- The Little Mermaid (2023)
- Rating: PG
- Streaming: Disney+
Bundle up in you comfiest red or pink outfit, pull out the blankets, pop some popcorn and enjoy some good movies together.
Crafts, crafts and more crafts
There is something about do-it-yourself crafts that really bring girls together. Here are some that are perfect for Galentine’s Day.
Painting candles
All you need are some tall candles, colored tea candles, paint brushes and a little bit of creativity and you’ve got some new Valentine’s Day decorations.
Jewelry trays
Keep your paint brush out because you’ll need them to make your new jewelry tray.
One user on TikTok posted that all you need is your favorite colored paint, a plain plate, paint brushes and Modge Podge. You can find everything at your nearest dollar store.
Candles
Combine art with science and make some candles together! This may sound strange but it will smell amazing and CandleScience tells you everything you need to know to make your own!
Homemade Bath Bombs
Bust out your favorite smelling bath salts to make bath bombs. While this craft idea will also be one that smells great, you might need a little bit of help to learn how to make them.
Check out Byrdie for ingredients, instruction and tips on how this science experiment can be fun for everyone!
Friendship bracelets
Turn on some Taylor Swift, break out the beads, dust off the charms and make bracelets with your girls.
This is an easy craft that anyone can do. You can make them for yourself or for each other, it’s up to you!
It’s all about the food
For all the foodies out there, here are some great way to make the night a great experience for your tastebuds.
Indoor picnic
Make room for a big blanket and get ready to eat on the floor. Whether it’s just pizza or a whole three course meal, an indoor picnic can be anything you want.
And honestly, it’s more fun than eating at a table anyway.
Charcuterie board
Let everyone take a stab at making their own charcuterie board! Whether it features Chick-fil-A, snacks, candy, fruit, sushi or any other desired items, everyone can sample a variety of foods without the need for utensils.
Cooking class
Are you and the gals looking to try something new?
Try broadening your horizons by taking a virtual cooking class or trying a new recipe you found on Pinterest. Who knows, you might just find your new favorite recipe.
Sit back and relax
A night in is also the perfect time to relieve some stress and do an at home spa.
You can have everyone bring their favorite lotions, face masks, scrubs, nail polish and more. Make it a night to pamper each other and maybe even learn how to do a hand massage.
Better Homes & Gardens can also help you know what to include in your at home spa.