Feb 11, 2025 - Things to Do

How to celebrate Galentine's Day around San Francisco

Nadia Lopez

Illustration of three single red roses, each with a red ribbon tied in a bow. — Hot take: Galentine's Day is way better than Valentine's Day. Illustration: Aïda Amer/Axios

Treat yo'self! Galentine's Day, the better half of Valentine's Day, is on Feb. 13.

Why it matters: Inspired by the show "Parks and Recreation," Galentine's Day is a celebration of female friendships. It's a reminder that while a valentine may come and go, our closest girls are often the true loves of our lives.

As the saying goes: Uteruses before duderuses. Ovaries before brovaries.

The latest: Here are some ways to celebrate in the Bay Area.

🍽️ Host a dinner party. Treat your ladies to a special, home-cooked meal, followed by an evening of board games, cult-favorite movies or trash talking your toxic ex.

🖼️ Visit a museum. Explore the California Academy of Sciences in the evening for NightLife, the museum's adults-only, after-hours event on Thursdays with live DJs, drinks and animal exhibits. Tickets start at $25. Located at 55 Music Concourse Drive.

🍷 Spend time at the Ferry Building. Eat and drink your way through the marketplace Thursday evening with one-night-only bites and wine tastings from dozens of vendors. There will also be live music, salsa performances and a chocolate spin art demo. Tickets start at $30. Located at 1 Ferry Building.

💃 Dance it out. Attend a disco-pop dance party and drag show Saturday commemorating your fellow gals at Oasis at 9:30pm. Tickets start at $17. Located at 298 11th St.

🎨 Paint and sip. Create a unique piece of art together while sipping on your favorite drink. Class prices range from $79-$89. Located at 310 Fourth St.

🧖‍♀️ Go to the spa. Meet up at Kabuki Springs & Spa in Japantown, where you can indulge in a massage or facial, or opt for a relaxing soak at the public bathhouse. Day pass costs $49. Located at 1750 Geary Blvd.

✨ Get inspired. Punch cards, bouquet-making, charcuterie spreads, vision boards and bingo cards are trending this year for themed gatherings.

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