Whether you have plans with friends, you’re spending the holiday with your partner, or doing a bit of both, there are so many good Valentine’s party ideas.
And while V-Day normally focuses on romance, it’s still a great time to celebrate love and friendship together. It gives you the opportunity to invite over your closest friends, have good conversation, enjoy good food, and really appreciate each other’s presence.
And if you need some Valentine’s Day party ideas for you and your besties, then here are 7 ways you can make the day extra special!
1. Tapas Night
If you’re looking for a fun idea for a Valentine’s Day party that’s a bit different, then a tapas night is perfect.
And whether you’re going traditional when it comes to Spanish dishes or you’re curated your own recipes, it’s a fun way to casually enjoy really good food. Just choose a theme for the recipes and the mood you want to set and enjoy your V-Day party!
2. Dinner Party
I love dinner parties! I’ve done them multiple times, and it’s such a fun way to class things up and enjoy good food with good people.
And if you want things to feel a bit elevated, then this should probably be at the top of your list for Valentine’s Day event ideas. You can also choose a theme and vibe based around the cuisine you’re cooking or the main dish. Or you can just keep things classy with candles and fine china. It’s up to you!
3. Cheese and Chocolate Tastings
Tastings are such a fun way to elevate your Galentine’s Day or Valentine’s party. And cheese and chocolate are such a great place to start.
You can do a bit of research on how to best appreciate them, and the best place to start when it comes to exploring each of these foods.
I’d suggest doing the cheese tasting just before enjoying the main dishes, and the chocolate tasting after. Or you can do it whenever you like, it’s your party.
4. Valentine’s Pizza Party
If you like simple Valentine’s event ideas, then this is perfect.
Either find a place that does heart-shaped pizzas or make them yourselves, have chocolates and cookies ready, and sit around for some good yap.
It’s casual, but one of the most fun party ideas on this list.
5. Beauty Swap and Spa Night
If you’re looking for party themes that aren’t just food based, then this is it.
After you’ve enjoyed some good food, sit down with your friends and take out the beauty products that you either already had or just bought. These could either be products you no longer use (but are still great quality) or something you do use (like sheet masks) and you want to swap out for something different.
It’s a fun way to try new things and see what your friends are into. Also, you can start using them and have a bit of a mini spa night!
6. Valentine’s Baking Party
I feel like a baking party with Valentine’s Day themed desserts is like living out a movie scene.
It’s what the main character’s doing with her best friends and it’s that activity you wish you could do as well. Except you can, so here’s your sign to invite your friends over for some sweet treats and cookie decorating.
7. Brunch
Brunch is such a fun and classy way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your friends. Just have some elevated heart-shaped decor, different shades of pinks for a festive touch, pretty linens, nice china, and fresh florals.
And speaking of blooms, this could also be a great place to do some beautiful flower arranging to make your table look incredible.
Grace Moser is the author and founder of Chasing Foxes, where she writes articles to help women create a life they love in big and small ways. She's been a full-time traveler since 2016 and loves sharing her experiences and exploring the world with her husband, Silas. Her lifestyle and travel advice can also be seen on sites such as Business Insider, Glamour, Newsweek, Huffpost, & Apartment Therapy.