Nine Budget Friendly Valentine’s and Galentine’s Day Date Ideas
We are just under a week away from Valentine's Day and whether you are someone who loves to celebrate the holiday or someone who thinks it is silly to celebrate the people you love on ONE specific day during the year, this post will hopefully help you celebrate in a fun and unique, yet affordable way.
Doesn't matter if you are single, married, dating or maybe just got out of a relationship, I hope you take the time to spend Galentine's and/or Valentine's Day with someone you care about this week (even if it is with your furry companion 🐶🐱). Below I have thrown together eight affordable date ideas to enjoy with your galentine, significant other, Mom, Dad, brother, sister etc. You get the picture. As always, if you have any questions, comments, additional thoughts, or anything else, I love to hear from y'all! Please always feel like you can reach out to me one-on-one. Enjoy y'all and happy Monday 💋
Valentine's Day Date Ideas
Build a Fort and Watch a Movie
Did you ever build forts in the living room as kids? Maybe even dusted off the good ole camping tent and threw some pillows inside for a fun sleepover? I know I did and nothing sounds better than building a fun fort in the living room, cozying up with some of Coop and I's favorite snacks and throwing on a movie.
Recreate your First Date
Take a little walk down memory lane and reenact your first date! If you can't totally reenact your first date because you have maybe moved since you first started dating, no worries! Get creative and surprise your partner with a fun filled night of some of the dishes you shared that first connection over. It's all about creating that familiar feeling for the two of you.
Cook a Meal Together That You Have Never Made Before
Going out for a fancy meal might not always be in the budget and might seem cliché for this occasion, so why not share a meal together but with a twist? Find a recipe that neither of you have made or maybe even tasted before and cook it together. I love it when Cooper and I get to make dinner together because it doesn't happen often during the work week and I miss that time to connect in the kitchen. So whenever we get to cook in the kitchen together, sip on some wine and listen to some country music, I know I am immediately going to savor our meal together that much more.
Go Out for JUST Dessert
Last year we had the opportunity to check out Andre's Confiserie Suisse's food menu, wine bar and desserts, and let me tell you, it did NOT disappoint! If you live in Kansas City, it is definitely a fun spot to check out and super budget friendly. You can always eat dinner at home together per the idea above and just go out and enjoy a sweet treat and a drink or two at your fav local dessert spot. But, if you are a Kansas City local, I cannot say enough good things about this restaurant. P.S. if you go, you HAVE to get the Bombé for dessert 😋
Galentine's Day Date Ideas
Star jackets are from Frankie and Jules // Heart earrings + headband are from EB & Co. // Lace cami // High-rise skinny jeans // Block heels
DIY Spa Night
What is better than some face masks, nail polish touch ups and some girl time? Self-care is all the rage right now (and rightfully so) and what better way to wind down from a crazy week than with your gal pals? I know I saw some fun self-care items in Target's dollar spot recently, so definitely check it out next time you are at your local Target and grab a face mask from the beauty section while you are at it too 😘This ice roller off of Amazon is one of my personal fav self-care items!
Dessert Charcuterie Board
This past weekend I had a few of my galentine's from work over after we went out to dinner and I thought it would be fun to throw together a valentine's day inspired charcuterie board for us to enjoy as dessert. I have broken down how I made that below and what red, pink and white items I used to bring it to life! P.S. I bought everything pre-made at the store aside from the dip. Everything was under $30 too!
Galentine's Day Desert Charcuterie Board
What's On My Board
Twizzlers
Lindt Lindor milk chocolates
Red and pink iced mini sugar cookies
Raspberries
Red, pink and white M&Ms
Macaroons
Conversation candy hearts
Mother's original circus animal cookies
Mini teddy grahams
Graham crackers
Cookie dough dip (recipe can be found here)
At Home Wine and Cheese Tasting
This one is for my wine lovers 🍷 Host some of your closest girlfriends over and have everyone bring a different wine and cheese to taste and try! It's amazing how easily a charcuterie board comes together when everyone brings something different.
Host a Galentine's Brunch
I mean, who doesn't love a good brunch, especially when you are with your BFFs? Go grocery shopping and make a feast together, or whip everything up in advance. You can go all out with a fun Galentine's Day theme or just use it as an excuse to gather all your besties together to eat some yummy food and sip on a mimosa or two 🍾
DIY Project
Grab your girlies and get your creative juices flowing by splitting the cost of supplies for a DIY project. Whether that involves painting. learning how to plant a succulent or crafting in someone’s home (or over Zoom) the possibilities are endless when you get artsy with your gal pals.
Whatever it is you decide to do this Valentine's/Galentine's Day, I hope it brings you joy and love 💕
With love,
~Katie