Valentine’s Day is for the couples but Galentine’s Day is for the besties. Galentine’s Day has grown in popularity in the last few years, giving women the chance to get together and celebrate the feelings of love that come from a great friendship. Gather the women in your life and schedule a day of fun at one (or all) of the events around the city of Pittsburgh. You’ll sip special beverages, create take-home crafts and decorations, and most importantly, make lifetime memories with your best friend, mother, sister, or honorary auntie.
Karma Galentine’s Pop Up
Armful of Flowers, February 4
Dive into the season of love with friendship bracelet making, small business vendor shopping, flash tattoos, and a chance to build your own sweets box. Plus, with the price of admission you’ll get to explore the Bud Vase Flower Bar and take home a little bundle of fresh beauty.
Galentine’s Day Glow Up
Millie’s – South Fayette, February 9
What better way to celebrate Galentine’s Day than with a sweet treat from one of Pittsburgh’s best ice creameries? After you get a scoop of your favorite flavor, get a photo taken with your friend group or individual headshots and grab a bundle of fresh flowers to take home.
Sips, Sweets, and Bracelet Treats
The Oaklander Hotel, February 9
Grab a loved one and stop in to get a memorable piece of semi-permanent jewelry custom-sized and personalized to you from Link and Bonded. You can also sip a glass of champagne and graze at a dessert and hors d’oeuvres bar while you wait to get your new stylish accessory.
Galentine’s Day
Ruby Flora Plant Shop, February 10
Shop around Ruby Flora’s storefront while enjoying snacks from Sharayah’s Plant-Based Treats and coffee from Urban Trail Coffee. Plus, gather around the DIY Plant Bar to pot a plant in one of their cute heart planters. There will be many more activities added throughout the day, so stop in to see what surprises are in store.
Galentine’s Day Yoga and Speed Friending
Barsotti Wines, February 10
Celebrate Galentine’s Day with new gal pals, yoga, and a free wine tasting at Barsotti Wines. The first hour will be a vinyasa yoga class led by Amanda, to get your blood pumping. Then, enjoy a wine tasting from women-owned vineyards before heading back to the warehouse for speed friending.
Galentine’s Day Brunch (and Crafts!)
Party On Butler, February 11
Two words, bottomless champagne… Do we have your attention now? Craft flower crowns and paint candles while snacking on a brunch of finger foods and laughing along with the women in your life. You can even shop the Party On Butler storefront for any last minute Galentine’s or Valentine’s gifts.
Galentine’s Day at BURN
BURN, February 13
Head out with your best friends for a wine tasting featuring curated selection of rosés. Besides the astounding flavors you’ll taste, you can drink other specialty cocktails, shop the finest selection of cigars, and spend the evening in a relaxing atmosphere.
Story by Kylie Thomas
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