13 Things to Do with Your Girlfriends for Galentine’s Day - Hour Detroit Magazine (2024)

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Grab your girlfriends and celebrate friendship this February

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Galentine’s Day has become a popular fictional holiday for women to celebrate with their girlfriends, stemming from the popular NBC sitcom Parks and Recreation. Created by Amy Poehler’s character, Leslie Knope, the holiday takes place every year on Feb. 13 in celebration of female friendship.

Even if you’re not a fan of the show, the holiday a great excuse for a night out with your closest friends. Here are just a few ways to celebrate this month.

Celebrate Galentine’s Day with Alex and Ani: This free Parisian-themed celebration of love and friendship will feature a selfie station, treats, and a social media contest with a chance to win a prize form Alex and Ani. Feb. 9. Alex and Ani, 17420 Hall Rd. Store 117, Clinton Township; 586-263-4123; eventbrite.com

Galentine’s Day at the Sloan Museum: Treat yourself and your friends to a relaxing night out at Sloan Museum that includes shopping, food, drinks, karaoke, a photo booth, prizes, and more. Feb. 9. $5. Sloan Museum, 1221 East Kearsley St., Flint; 810-237-3450; sloanlongway.org

Galentine’s Day: The 5 Love Languages: This interactive three-hour seminar led by licensed psychologist Dr. Corinne Rogers will focus on communicating with your friends and learning what makes them tick. The class will teach the five different “love languages,” and how to use them to better connect and communicate with your best friend. Feb. 11. $70. SheHive, 2505 Hilton Rd. Unit 107, Ferndale; theshehive.com

The Wine Down: Yoganic Flow is teaming up with House of Pure Vin for this gentle yoga class in celebration of Heart Health Month. Wine is heart healthy, after all. The evening will include a selection of wine and hor ‘d oeuvres available after the class. Feb. 11. $20+. House of Pure Vin, 1433 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-638-2501; yoganicflow.com

Galentine’s Day Party and Miss RepresentationMovie Screening: The empowered women of Pastel will be screening the movie Miss Representation, which shows how mainstream media contributes to the under-representation of women in positions of power and influence in America. Feb 13. $5. Pastel, 447 Forest Ave. Ste. 1, Plymouth; 734-404-8232; pastelplymouth.com

Galentine’s Day Celebration at theMichigan Women’s Historical Center and Hall of Fame:Join the Michigan Women’s Historical Center & Hall of Fame as they team up with Millie Heinz, Essential Bodywear Bra Fitter. Guests will learn about the history of women’s undergarments and the health benefits modern styles provide today. Private bra fittings will be offered by Millie Heinz after the program. Feb. 15. $5+. Michigan Women’s Historical Center & Hall of Fame, 1982 West Grand River Ave., Okemos; 517-763-2397; eventbrite.com

Painting with a Twist: Bring your favorite bottle of wine and friends for a creative night out. Each night features different themes for each class, including Valentine’s Day-inspired projects. No experience is necessary, but classes must be booked in advance. $35.Painting with a Twist, 200 West 9 Mile Rd., Ferndale; 248-850-7182; paintingwithatwist.com#

Dinner at The Apparatus Room: Join Chef Thomas Lents for an elegant evening with a French-infused menu. Highlights include oysters with pink peppercorn and radish, black garlic spinach Caesar salad, and duck and chestnut agnolotti. Enjoy live art by Tony Roko as well as a jazz performance from Detroit-based singer, Nicole New. Feb 14. $95. The Apparatus Room, 250 W Larned St., Detroit; 313-800-5600; detroitfoundationhotel.com

Valentine’s Day Murder Mystery: Maggiano’s Troy will host a night of laughter and dancing before there’s a death on the dance floor. Trade clues with guests and gather information about the crime while enjoying the Murder Mystery menu. Highlights include asiago-crusted shrimp and garlic glazed tenderloin medallions with roasted mushrooms. Feb. 14. $75. Maggiano’s Little Italy, 2089 West Big Beaver Rd., Troy; 248-205-1060; eventbrite.com

Champagne 4 Breakfast: Dine, dance and celebrate at Detroit Fitness Hub as they team up with Chef Jourdan Felder, aka Chef Fresh, to host their 3rd Annual Valentine’s Day Brunch. Feb. 18. $25. Detroit Fitness Hub, 1343 Fisher Service Dr., Detroit; 313-367-3134; detroitfitnesshub.com

The Woodhouse Girl’s Getaway: Get away with your girlfriends at this favorite day spa. Enjoy one or several spa services including a hot stone and signature four-handed massages, award winning facials, manicures and more. $35+. The Woodhouse Day Spa, 1447 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-965-6270; detroit.woodhousespas.com

Perfect 10 Experience: This is no average nail salon. At this Detroit’s nail bar you can relax, listen to music, have a drink with your friends, all while receiving a clean and precise manicure. $20+. The Ten Nail Bar, 1215 Griswold St., Detroit; 313-315-3010; thetendetroit.com

Pole Dancing Workout: Bring your girlfriends for a fun and sexy workout session. Women of all shapes, sizes, and fitness levels can enjoy a unique pole dancing workout class. $25+. Vixen Fitness, 738 Airport Blvd., Ann Arbor; 734-369-3138; vixenfitness.com

13 Things to Do with Your Girlfriends for Galentine’s Day - Hour Detroit Magazine (2024)

FAQs

What is the secret Cupid for Galentines day? ›

Secret Valentine or Secret Cupid is just like Secret Santa. You and your friends write down your names and throw all the papers into a hat, a basket, a pan, whatever. Then each of you draws a name and gets a gift for that person. It's important that no one knows who drew who.

How do you celebrate Galentines day? ›

This day, as the name suggests, is usually dedicated to honoring friendships between women. You get to spend it however you like with your galentines—by going out, taking a trip, enjoying a cozy night at home, or simply showering each other with gifts and affection the same way you would a partner.

What to do at a Galentines sleepover? ›

A perfect occasion for a girls-only sleepover, the checklist includes pajamas, pillow, and blanket, an overnight bag, and a sleep mask. Activities like floral arranging, vision boards, board games, and spa night add to the fun.

How do you throw the best Galentines? ›

35 Galentine's Day Party Ideas Your Girls Will Absolutely Obsess Over
  1. Get excited about a theme. ...
  2. Arrange your own flowers.
  3. Make fondue.
  4. Plan a "my favorite things" product swap. ...
  5. Pick a signature co*cktail.
  6. Invest in (themed, duh) balloons.
  7. Make personalized goodie bags.
  8. Host an at-home mani-pedi night.
Feb 9, 2024

What is the bro version of Galentine? ›

What Is Malentine's Day? Malentine's day is a day for men to meet up and celebrate their amazing friendship. It is a happy, celebratory day, the male equivalent of Galentine's day.

Is Cupid A Boy or a girl? ›

For the Romans, the character of Cupid was always a cherubic little boy who followed his mother's wishes to make people fall in love.

What is a fun fact about Galentines day? ›

One of the most interesting things about Galentine's Day is that it wasn't created by a card company or internet marketplace trying to take all your money. Instead, Galentine's Day was founded by a badass fictional character: Leslie Knope of Parks and Recreation.

What are some fun facts about Galentines day? ›

Fun Fact: Galentine's Day was created by Leslie Knope, the Parks and Recreation fictional main character. She invented the holiday as a tribute to her close girlfriends.

What is a Galentine slang? ›

Just as one can be someone's valentine on Valentine's Day, so one can be a galentine on Galentine's Day, e.g., “Will you be my galentine?” As such, a galentine is a playful, affectionate term for a close friend.

What does secret Cupid mean? ›

Secret Cupid is essentially Secret Santa for Valentine's Day. We are randomly assigned one person in our group and we exchange presents on Valentine's Day. It is always so much fun and I recommend everyone play Secret Cupid with their friends.

What is secret Cupid? ›

It's just a Valentine's Day version of Secret Santa, but it's the perfect way for single friends and family to give and get Valentine's Day Gifts.

What does Cupid have to do with Valentine? ›

What began as a Christian feast day honoring two or three early Christian martyrs – the original “Valentines” – is now associated with flocks of winged cherubic Cupids, whose innocuous-looking bows and arrows symbolize gentle romance instead of death-dealing war.

Why is Cupid the symbol for Valentine day? ›

As the god of love, Cupid has come to be associated with Valentine's Day, which is believed to have originally been a pagan holiday which became Christianised. In ancient Rome people worshipped the god of love - Eros or the Romans' Cupid.

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