Valentine’s Day is just two weeks away — how time flies! While some people think it’s a made-up Hallmark holiday, I love that it’s a day to celebrate love, whether romantic love, familial love, platonic love, or self-love. Of course, we should be letting our loved ones know we care all year long, but it’s an annual reminder to take a step back and appreciate the love in all its forms. Here are eight things to do this Valentine’s Day:
2020 — Our first Valentine’s Day together checking out the meteor crater near Flagstaff, AZ
2021 — Our second Valentine’s weekend together, renting a cabin in Flagstaff, AZ
Cook together — Most dates involve eating, but how about cooking a meal together? Make one of your favorite meals or try a new recipe. Then light candles, play soft background music, grab a drink, and spend quality time together.
Cozy up in cute, comfy clothes — Whether it’s after dinner or you skip going out altogether, there’s nothing better than changing into loungewear as soon as you get home. Brett bought me a couple of pairs of the softest socks for Christmas, and I can’t wait to slip into them after our Valentine’s dinner.
Enjoy something sweet — Valentine’s Day isn’t complete without a decadent dessert or chocolate. Growing up, it was tradition for my mom to buy me a box of my favorite truffles every Valentine’s Day, and oh, how I miss those days.
FaceTime a friend — Don’t forget about your long-distance girlfriends. You can even arrange a dinner or movie date like you are physically together. We’re all busy people, so it’s important to remember to nurture those long-distance friendships.
Have a Galentine’s dinner — Round up the besties for dinner at a favorite restaurant or host a potluck where everyone brings a dish to share. We went to The Shaved Duck one year, which was so fun.
Have a picnic — Enjoy a picnic outside and watch the sunset. For those who are local, we always order from Mingle + Graze. If you would rather skip takeout, you can make your charcuterie board or use whatever else you have at home.
Indulge in self-care — Do a face mask or pamper yourself by getting a manicure/pedicure. Snuggle up with a good book, take a well-deserved nap; treat yourself to a massage; do nothing without feeling guilty.
Watch a rom-com — Snuggle up in bed or on the couch for a good rom-com. My favorites are How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, Picture This, Pretty Woman, The Proposal, and The Wedding Planner.
So what are your plans for Valentine’s Day? Chime in with more suggestions in the comments! xo
Aww some great ideas here! We always go out for a meal (got to make the most of the offers and discounts!)
I’m such a picnic girl but haven’t thought of that idea. Thank you so much for those great suggestions. It’s hard to come up with ideas sometimes.
These are great ideas! As someone whose love language is quality time, I love the ideas that include spending time with your partner! It is not always about the gifts! Thanks for these great ideas to use to spice up our V-day weekend!
These are such great ideas! Before kids we opted for a brunch instead of dinner because the prices are much more reasonable!
Great ideas! Me and my fiancé are heading to our fav Italian restaurant for Valentines day 🙂
I love watching rom-coms and luckily my husband does too! I haven’t seen The Proposal yet, so I will have to make sure to watch it this Valentine’s Day. 😊
These are some great unique date ideas. Love the picnic one.
I did buy some sweets for my boys and my husband and I usually make them a homemade card. We usually plan a family dinner that everyone likes and watch a movie or tv show together.
I love these ideas! Hopefully, my husband will be over Covid and we’ll be able to do some of these. I definitely miss snuggling and kissing!
Great ideas! My husband and I move around often and just moved again, maybe it’s time for a rom-com Valentine’s Day!
love the idea of cooking together..we just renewed our HelloFresh subscription and its’ fun and different…we have also started “hiking” since I say loosely to describe places where we walk for a couple of miles and enjoy the outdoors 🙂
I love your ideas, especially that they are experiences with each other rather than just gifts. We try to go on a trip together even if it is just for the night. Thanks for sharing!
How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days is such a classic! One of my absolute faves! Love these suggestions 🙂
Valentine’s day is probably the only day my husband will willingly watch a romcom with me!
I love these ideas! It’s a good reminder that you can still spend quality time with each other without the big production and planning!!
I love that these are more unique than just going to a restaurant! I actually plan on having a quiet picnic on the beach. Already bought the rosé! Maybe a little self care too when I get home that evening. Happy Valentines Day! xoxo
Those are wonderful ideas. I think I will do the cooking together, never thought about that.
I love the idea of cooking together and staying in for a movie. Perfect covid Valentine’s Day ideas!
All of these are such great and inclusive ideas!
I loved the idea of enjoying something sweet the most. Nice article
Great ideas, I am a sucker myself for a nice massage and dinner and movie. Thanks for sharing.
My husband and I plan to shoot pool and then come home to do the dinner and a movie thing.
We will probably cozy up in comfy PJs and watch movies!
For Valentine’s Day we always put out mailboxes for our kids and leave little “I love you” notes and gifts through out the week 🙂
Cooking at home in comfortable pajamas sounds ideal for this year’s Valentine’s Day. Thank you for your suggestions.
We’re planning to go have dinner and then come home, get into some comfy clothes, and watch a movie together. 🙂
I love these ideas, rather than the typical restaurant date. I plan on picnicking on the beach with wine!
These are such great Valentine’s date ideas! I love that they didn’t all revolve around going out to eat.