Yes, ladies celebrating ladies is a thing. It’s called Galentine’s Day.
February is all about expressing love, and it does stand true in terms of Galentine’s Day too. While all the people around are gearing up for Valentines, ladies have found a chill way to support their female friends and shower some love in an unofficial way. Read further to know more.
What is Galentine’s Day?
Galentine’s Day is a made-up occasion which is celebrated on February 13, right before the famous Valentine’s Day. Yes, Galentine’s Day has unofficially entered our calendar. Ladies celebrate Galentine’s Day to appreciate the efforts and support offered by women for women. They admire their closest female friends for just being there. The concept of Galentine’s Day comes from a fictional character, Leslie Knope, featured in a show called Parks & Recreation (2010). In the second season of the series, Leslie gathers all the ladies and celebrates a day called, Galentine’s Day, depicting ladies celebrating ladies. And thus, it became popular and gave women a chance to indulge in some fun with their pals.
How to Celebrate Galentine’s Day?
There’s no right way to celebrate Galentine’s Day. This weirdly recognized day gives ladies a chance to celebrate without men in any way that makes them happy. To help you plan better, we have got some crazy Galentine’s Day celebration ideas to get the girls going. But, the only rule here is – No Boys Allowed.
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Panda Party & Karaoke Night
If you and your ladies are all tired after a long day at work and too lazy to get ready for a party, bring the party home by organising a panda party and karaoke night. Relax in your most comfortable clothes, order your favourite food, enjoy drinks and pour your heart out to the ladies during the karaoke night.
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Pick Amazing Gifts for Girls
No occasion is complete without gifts. And thus, picking quirky or cutesy gifts for the girls on Galentine’s Day is a must. Send across some fun gifts to surprise ladies and thank them for being there in your life. You can send chocolates, flowers, personalised gifts or quirky decor items as a Galentine’s gift.
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An Ultimate Girls Day Out
Be it shopping spree or a wine tasting session, a day at the amusement park or time to watch rom-coms, plan a day, just for girls by picking out some crazy activities as per the likes and preferences. Spread the cheer of Galentine’s Day the way you like.
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Virtual Game Night
If the girls are not around, or you have a relatively bigger group of ladies in your circle, then it’s advisable to host a virtual game night. Organize a fun virtual session with cool games like charades or trivia and celebrate Galentine’s Day from home.
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Statement Dinners
Do you remember your last official date with your bestie? Whether it was a long time ago or even if it never happened, you have the perfect chance now to indulge in some fun by going out for a statement dinner. Deck up in your statement style and take your best friend out for a classy dinner.
So, this was all about Galentine’s Day and ultimate ways to celebrate it. Gather your closest gal pals for bash and dazzle the day with enthusiasm.
