Trending 1st February 2025 by Emma Gleeson

Galentine’s Date Ideas For The Month That’s In It

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Not everyone is in a relationship on Valentine’s Day but that doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate with our girls! Here’s a list of affordable and fun Galentine’s activities to do with your besties this February 14.

Board Games and Drinks

A fun and affordable way to spend Valentine’s Day with your best friends this year is a wine and board games night at home. You don’t have to go out to get dressed up and have fun with your girls.

Open a bottle of wine and choose from hundreds of boardgames to have a night of endless fun and laughs. If you wanted to get out of the house, Board Bar and Café in Dublin provide food, drinks and boardgames – the perfect spot for a fun and chilled night out with your closest friends.

Pottery Painting

For anyone looking for a fun day time activity with friends that is sober friendly, pottery painting is the perfect experience. You’ll be able to spend quality time with your friends as well as learn a new craft and get to bring home a token from your Valentine’s Day.

There are many pottery places around the country, some of these include Potteria in Cork, Pottery Painting in Dublin and if you’re looking to make pottery as well, Arran Street East in Dublin provides pottery wheels and workshops also.

 

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Go on a Hike

Another sober friendly activity this Galentine’s Day for all the outdoors lovers is going on a new hike. Going on a hike and connecting with nature as well as your friends is the perfect way to spend this Valentine’s Day.

You can also treat yourselves to a coffee and lunch or a sweet treat after! Of course, there are fears of going on hikes in small groups as women alone however, Ireland has many safe trails that women should take a look at. You can find information on where and how to have a safe hike as a solo or female hiker online at Walking Holiday Ireland. 

There are also women hiking groups around Ireland such as Galz Gone Wild located in Dublin, Wicklow, Cork and Galway.

Romantic Dinner

Light the candles, put on some tunes and serve up some delicious food to your friends! One of the best ways to show someone you love them is by cooking them a beautiful meal and who better to cook for than your friends.

Of course, everyone has different abilities in the kitchen however, even something as simple as a charcuterie board would be the perfect Galentine’s treat! Another fun activity to do on a night like this is to bake a Valentine’s Day dessert together. You can find so many recipes and inspiration online and really have fun with it!

Pamper night

Finally, to end your day cozy up with your bestie with a face mask and watch a new movie! Having a pamper night with your friends is a fun and affordable alternative to going to a spa.

You and your friends can buy some new self-care products, matching pyjamas and order some delicious food. Open a bottle of wine or brew a cup or herbal tea and relax for the evening with those you love most!