Plan some fun Valentine’s Day activities for your partner, your family, your friends, or solo.
(You deserve alittle self-caretoo!)
Explore some V-Day ideas to get inspiration for your celebration.
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Or share the quality they have that you most admire.
Just doing that changes the entire tenor of Valentines Day and your relationship."
“Theres something really wise about thatthe more you give, the better you feel inside.”
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Use store-bought dough or make your own for the full experience.
Get out of your comfort zone and use this holiday as an excuse to get your groove on.
It will definitely be a memory you cherish for years to come.
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But you could find ways to turn the holiday around.
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A game night provides cheap entertainment and is a great low-cost option for a night of fun.
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Be sure to serve up some snacks and refreshments.
(Try someGalentine’s Day cocktailsto spice up your day.)
Gather your gals for a fun night together, whether you opt to go out or stay in.
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(We have a few greatGalentine’s Day gift ideasif you’re stumped.)
you might also bake some sweet treats to share the love.
Get your friends on the action and enjoy a spa day together.
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Look for activities that bring everyone a little closer together.
“Find activities that invoke a feeling of love with your kids,” Page says.
Even if you’re planning your own date night, you could do something special with them beforehand.
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(We adoremini desserts!)
Set the scene by lighting a few candles and playing romantic music in the background.
Prepare a board of charcuterie to snack on while you paint the night away.
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Then, surprise each other at the end with the finished result.
you’ve got the option to also easily do this idea with friends.
Listen to the playlists throughout the day to create a romantic ambiance.
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Trying something new can inspire new conversations and will create new memories.
Go to your favorite coffee shop or try a new one.
Make it fun by ordering for each other (and if it goes array, just switch drinks!)
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Try a new drink you haven’t before.
Just don’t forget to order a pastry too!
Recreating a memorable date, relive and reminisce on some of the best moments in your relationship.
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But eating the confection feels even better when it is made at home (and with a sweetheart!)
Take a Pottery Class
Not sure how to spend V-Day?
Sign up for a pottery class.
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Grab your Valentine, take a friend, or go solo.
There’s nothing like a staycation to reignite some romance.
Simply step into your backyard, lay out a cozy blanket, and lay down.
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Point out familiar constellations and nearby planets.
Do some research on less familiar constellations and find them in the sky.
Consider picking out a puzzle together beforehand to make it even more of an adventure.
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Puzzling is a great way to spark conversation and deepen relationships.
Have Breakfast in Bed
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Wakey, wakey, eggs and bakey!
Then, climb back into bed and enjoy the rest of your morning with a coffee in hand.
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Make it an adventure by picking out books for one another based on the other’s interests.
Take some time to explain your selections to one another.
Spend the afternoon reading away at a park, coffee shop, or all cozied up at home.
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You get to choose your favorite flowers and arrange them to your style.
If you love to get artsy, this activity is for you.
Make it a tradition, and collect souvenirs from every Valentine’s Day together.
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Get Crafty
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There are so many ways toget crafty on Valentine’s Day!
Get sentimental and put together your own Valentine’s cards to share with the ones you love.
Spend time with your beloved putting together a scrapbook of your relationship’s best moments.
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The change of scenery will make for a fun day of exploring and getting to know a new place.
See a local band perform at a music venue or watch some stand-up comedy.
You could also go see a movie or watch a play at your local theater.
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End the night by getting a drink together and talking about the show.
Get all the snacks and blankets out and prepare for the sweetest night in.
Host a Potluck with Friends
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Can’t get a reservation on the big day?
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Encourage your guests to have fun with their dishes, or even challenge them to follow a specific theme.
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