What is Galentine’s Day? A Fun Holiday for Women, By Women

Neha Joshi - Jan 15, 2025

Galentine’s Day shines a spotlight on the importance of female friendships. Are you ready to honour your GAL-friends this holiday season?

In recent years, we've come to cherish the deep bonds of female friendship, realising that while challenges are temporary, the joy and humour shared with our GAL-friends are enduring. Films like Barbie and series such as Wednesday highlight that, despite our differences, true friends stand by each other through thick and thin. Therefore, there is no reason why we should not dedicate an entire day to celebrating the most precious bond we share with our girls!

What is Galentine’s Day, and Why is it Celebrated?

Galentine’s Day falls a day before the world-famous holiday, Valentine’s Day, and shares the same traditions, like gifting gifts to a loved one, but that’s about it. It was made popular by the beloved character Leslie Knope from Parks and Recreation in the second season of the show in 2010. 

She explains: ‘What is Galentine’s Day? Oh, it's only the best day of the year. Every February 13th, my lady friends and I leave our husbands and our boyfriends at home, and we just come and kick it... ladies celebrating ladies.’

The holiday is meant to celebrate female friendships and relations. Be it your supportive mom, lovely sister, creative BFF, wise grandma, or witty cousin—you can celebrate these people by indulging in fun activities and, of course, exchanging thoughtful gifts. 

5 Fun Ways to Celebrate Galentine’s Day with Your Girlfriends 

Romantic relationships are great, and of course, we love our partners! But let’s not forget the stars of our lives—like that bestie who wrestled your phone away before you could reply to your ex’s “I miss u” text (we owe them big time!) or the sister who turned you into a total showstopper with a killer makeover just in time for that college party. These are the real ride-or-die moments that deserve all the love!

Here are five fun ways to say ‘Thank you!’ to the leading ladies in your life. 

1. Host a Boozy Brunch:

Send a group invite to all of your friends and let them know that you’re going to throw a fun brunch party. You can turn your living room into the ultimate brunch paradise with cute table settings, fresh blooms, and a playlist that will have your gals dancing in no time! And for the noms, think chaat spread and cupcakes that are almost too pretty to eat (almost). Wash it all down with endless mimosas and coffee strong enough to fuel all the gossip. 

Once everyone’s happily munching, stir things up with a round of charades or a trivia game about your friend group—it’s the perfect mix of laughs and “Wait, how do you even know that?” moments. And for the grand finale, hand out our Tote Bags filled with cute, personalised surprises. It’s the kind of thoughtful gesture that’ll make your gals feel extra loved (and maybe a little spoilt).

2. DIY Spa Night 

After a long week of adulting, there’s nothing better than gathering your girls for a much-needed DIY spa night. Transforming your space into a zen retreat by lighting some scented candles and turning on some calming tunes will be a great place to start! Then create a mini pampering station with homemade face masks that feel luxurious, manicure setups for fresh nails, and warm foot soaks for kicking back and relaxing. 

Just when your friends think the night couldn’t get better, surprise them with a bottle of Glow Relaxing Oil to take the chill vibes home. Made from the finest quality ingredients like patchouli, myrrh, cedarwood, jojoba, etc., it’s rich, luxurious, and silky smooth on the skin. Trust us, they’ll be raving about this spa night for weeks—and maybe even drop hints for round two! 

3. Cocktail-Making Party

If your squad loves a good drink and a lot of laughs, a cocktail-making party is the perfect way to shake things up—literally. Set up a mini bar loaded with spirits, mixers, and garnishes, plus recipe cards for classic cocktails to get the creativity flowing. Throw in a friendly competition to see who can whip up the most delicious or downright outrageous drink (bonus points for hilarious names). 

Set a dress code to keep the vibe extra glam like cocktail dresses, sparkly heels, or whatever makes your crew feel fabulous. As a parting gift, hand out the Couple’s Quiz Game. Sure, it’s technically for pairs, but trust us—it’s even more fun with your girls, sparking conversations that’ll have everyone laughing.

4. Outdoor Picnic Date

If you’re looking for a laid-back yet fun way to celebrate Galentine’s Day, an outdoor picnic date is the perfect vibe. Pick a scenic park or beach spot and create your own little oasis with cosy blankets, cushions, and a portable speaker to keep the tunes flowing. Pack a basket full of cheese, crackers, fresh fruit, and some sweet treats, and don’t forget a bottle of sparkling juice to keep things bubbly. 

For the fun factor, bring along a frisbee, a deck of cards, or even a group game to keep everyone laughing and moving. As a cheeky twist, surprise your gals with the Truth Or Dare Game. It’s the perfect gift to keep the fun going long after the picnic’s over!

5. Movie Marathon & Sleepover

What’s better than a good ol’ movie marathon with your favourite gals? Nothing, that’s what! Pick a theme that screams “us.” It could be a classic chick flick, a swoon-worthy rom-com, or that show you’ve all been dying to binge together. 

To make your surroundings more cosy, throw in some blankets, pillows, and maybe even matching pyjamas to take the cuteness up a notch. And here’s the cherry on top: surprise your friends with Mini, a pocket-friendly, discreet bullet massager that’s perfect for their me-time moments. It’s thoughtful, cheeky, and guarantees you’ll go down in history as the friend who truly gets them!

At the end of the day, Galentine’s Day is all about celebrating the amazing women in your life who make everything better—whether it’s with belly laughs, deep chats, or just being there when you need them most. So, grab your girls, sprinkle in a little MyMuse magic, and let the good vibes roll!

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