How to Celebrate Galentine’s Day With Your Girlfriends
Galentine’s Day, as you might know, is a holiday aimed at celebrating female friendship. It’s not as official as Valentine’s Day, but it has caught on among women all over the world.
It started when Leslie Knope of Parks and Recreation was tasked with planning a special event for her girlfriends that would make the ladies feel special. She envisioned a brunch where they’d get to share “lady love” and be treated with some extra affection.
The idea of this day originated in the TV show and has since become an increasingly popular way for girls to bond over brunch, cocktails, spa trips, a movie night or whatever else they can think of! Whether you have a group of gals you can celebrate with or just one, we’ve rounded up some ideas on how to do it right.
Take Inspiration From the Parks and Rec Episode That Launched Galentine’s Day
In 2010, Leslie Knope, played by Amy Poehler, starred in an episode of Parks and Recreation entitled ‘Galentine’s Day.’ In this episode, she arranges a brunch to celebrate the holiday with her female friends.
She says that this day should be a national holiday, and she calls on the United States Congress to make it so. Hopefully, this won’t be the case for a while, but in the meantime, here are some fun ways to celebrate this special day with your best gal pals.
Start by picking out a location that you and your friends can enjoy for brunch! Traditionally, this is done with waffles and mimosas, but you could also go for tapas, a fancy restaurant, or even a mani-pedi appointment.
You can also pick out a film you all enjoy to watch together! The best films to watch on Galentine’s Day are ones that focus on strong women. You can even sign up for a streaming service that will save you money on all your favorite movies.
If you’re feeling creative, you can also throw a themed party to celebrate the occasion. You can make your own cocktails, play a board game, cook a meal, or do any activity you want!
No matter how you choose to celebrate, the most important thing is that it’s about celebrating your friendships. It’s a great time to be thankful for your best gal pals and let them know just how much you care about them!
Don’t forget to give them a kiss or a hug! You might also want to buy them a cute Galentine’s Day card or write them a poem.
Themed Gifts You Can Give Your Gals
If you want to make your Galentine’s Day extra special, why not pick out a gift for each of your friends? It doesn’t have to be expensive, but it should be something that will bring them happiness and joy! You can even do some research online to find out what gifts your gals like and purchase them accordingly.
You can find tons of Galentine’s Day decorations, gifts and cards on Amazon, Target and Walmart. You can also check out websites that sell themed items like t-shirts and mugs.
