What is Galentine’s Day and When is it Celebrated?

If Valentine’s Day is all about romance, then Galentine’s Day is about something just as important—your ride-or-dies, your soul sisters, the women who’ve been there through every questionable text, every bad date, and every “Should I cut my bangs?” crisis.

Celebrated on February 13th, Galentine’s Day is a time to honor the most important love stories of all: friendship. Whether you're single, taken, or in a situationship so complicated even AI couldn’t sort it out, this day is all about celebrating the amazing women in your life.

How Did Galentine’s Day Start?

Let’s take it back to 2010, when the iconic Leslie Knope from Parks and Recreation first declared February 13th as Galentine’s Day. In the episode, she gathers her besties for brunch, mimosas, and waffles because, in her words, it's all about “ladies celebrating ladies.”

Little did she know, the world would take her seriously. Fast forward over a decade, and Galentine’s Day is now a full-blown tradition, embraced far beyond Pawnee, Indiana.

Is Galentine’s Day Only for Singles?

Absolutely not! This holiday is for anyone who believes in the power of friendship. Whether you're happily cuffed, single and thriving, or still recovering from the “situationship that shall not be named,” Galentine’s Day is your moment to celebrate the women who’ve been there through it all.

So no, you don’t need to be single to enjoy bottomless brunch, spa days, or a well-planned group chat roast session about exes.

How is Galentine’s Day Celebrated?

Honestly, there are no rules—except that it should be fabulous and fun. Need some ideas? Here’s how you can level up your Galentine’s Day plans:

💖 Brunch Like Leslie Knope: Grab your girls and hit up your favorite brunch spot. Waffles are non-negotiable.

🎬 Movie Marathon: Whether it’s Legally Blonde, Bridesmaids, or Clueless, pick a lineup of movies that scream girl power.

🛁 Spa Day: Because nothing says self-love like face masks, fluffy robes, and group therapy in a sauna.

📷 Throwback Night: Dig up old pics, make a scrapbook, or just sit around reminiscing about your wildest adventures. Bonus points for recreating cringy middle school selfies.

💌 Hype Letters: Take a moment to write letters hyping up your friends, telling them why they’re amazing. Because who doesn’t need a love letter from their besties?

Why Galentine’s Day Matters

Life gets busy, and sometimes we forget to appreciate the people who make our world brighter. Galentine’s Day is a chance to slow down and say, "Hey, you’re amazing, and I’m grateful to have you in my life."

Friendships are just as important as romantic relationships—sometimes even more. Your girls have seen you through bad haircuts, bad dates, and bad decisions (texting your ex at 2 AM, anyone?). That deserves to be celebrated.

Celebrate Every Kind of Love

While we’re all about the Galentine’s Day hype, remember: love isn’t just about one day or one kind of relationship. Whether it’s friendships, family bonds, or romantic love, it’s always worth celebrating.

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Now go grab your girls, put on your fiercest outfit, and toast to the best relationships of all—friendships that last forever. Cheers to Galentine’s Day! 🥂✨