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Planning to celebrate more than one type of love this February 14th? These Valentine’s gift experiences double as a day out for the girls on Galentine’s Day! Gather your crew and get ready for a day of fun activities that have nothing to do with romance and everything to do with celebrating friendship. From arranging flowers to shaking cocktails, these Galentine’s ideas will fill your day with fun, laughter and love.
Flower arranging
The scene: Think colourful florals, fragrant petals, and arranging beautiful bouquets while you sip on some bubbles with friends. Galentine’s Day doesn’t get much better than that! Under the guidance of your local florist, you and your friends can learn all about balance and symmetry as you spend a flowerful day making arrangements for your home (or each other). Wrap up the session with your one-of-a-kind arrangements, perfect for a cute photo shoot.
Perfect for: The wholesome group of friends who love nature.
Make it a party: Sydney gals can head over to this peonies and pizza workshop in Camperdown for a BYOB flower arranging class with pizza. Afterwards, head on over to Camperdown Memorial Rest Park for a cute Galentine’s picnic. For the Melbourne girlies, this Galentine’s Day floristry workshop in Malvern East features bottomless bubbles!
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Chocolate making
The scene: Chocolate on Valentine’s is a classic for a reason, and there’s no better way to spend an afternoon with friends than making chocolate. Indulge in the rich aroma of cocoa beans, be mesmerised by the swirl of melting chocolate, and bring together your favourite flavours to make chocolate just for you. Between swirls of caramel, sparkles of cocoa and laughter over messy chocolate hands, everyone will leave with a box full of homemade goodies and a belly full of sweetness.
Perfect for: Chocoholics and sweet tooths.
Make it a party: Make your own truffles at this chocolate making class in Adelaide then follow it up with a cosy movie night where your creations are the star snacks.
Cake decorating
The scene: Bring on the sugar high this Galentine’s Day with buttercreams, glazes, fondant and cake! Whether your group leans more towards bakers or cake eaters, cake decorating classes are beginner-friendly and super tasty, no matter the skill level. Expect laughter, plenty of pretty cakes and maybe some champagne!
Perfect for: The sweet tooths, the home bakers and the queens of frosting.
Make it a party: This beginners cupcake decorating class in Capalaba is perfect for Brisbane Galentine’s celebrators. After, wash all that cake down with coffee at Chiasso Coffee Roasters.
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Cheese making
The scene: If the Friday night cheeseboard is a staple of the friendship group, a cheese making class is a must-do Galentine’s Day activity. Gain a real appreciation for what goes into making your favourite cheese, from mozzarella to halloumi, and enjoy some sneaky tastings along the way. By the end, you’ll have more cheese than you know what to do with (though we can think of one thing)!
Perfect for: The charcuterie girlies.
Make it a party: Sydney friends can try this Halloumi-making class with bubbles and follow up with a DIY cheese board night at home—perfect for pairing your creations with your favourite wine.
Paint and sip
The scene: Grab a brush, a glass of bubbles, and a comfy seat, because you and the crew are about to sip and paint the town red! Let your creativity run wild and splash the canvas to your heart's content. The focus is less on artistic talent and more on having a fun and social time sans crowded bar. It’s a super popular activity for Galentine’s Day, full of good cheer and creative charm.
Perfect for: Bar crawlers who are tired of the same old scene.
Make it a party: Celebrate girl power in Melbourne with this !Frida Kahlo paint and sip class. Keep the fun going afterwards with drinks and nibbles at Bianchetto, an intimate cocktail bar oozing with old-school charm and moody vibes.
Earring making
The scene: We’ve seen matching bracelets, now get ready for handmade matching earrings! Everyone can stick together with coordinating pairs or go wild with their own unique design. From quirky and bold to more delicate and demure, earring making classes are a fun Galentine’s Day idea that all the girls will love!
Perfect for: The girls who grew up with Pandora charm necklaces and matching friendship bracelets.
Make it a party: For the gals based in Sydney, this polymer clay pizza and sip class is a complete Galentine’s night in one! Make polymer clay earrings while munching on pizza and sipping on BYO drinks.
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Pottery
The scene: Soft clay, messy hands, wonky mugs—pottery is low-key, casual, and a fun Galentine’s idea where everyone gets hands-on and makes their own unique creations. Along the way, there’s laughter, plenty of time for conversation and the quiet sense of pride that comes with craftsmanship.
Perfect for: Nostalgic friends who dream of kindergarten crafts.
Make it a party: Get your pottery on in Perth with this matcha and mug making class in Fremantle. You and your friends will make your own matcha mugs while enjoying an iced glass of the good stuff. After all that matcha goodness, head to Pickled Poppy for a relaxed pizza lunch.
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Fashion classes
The scene: Nothing says “Galentine’s Day” like designing your own accessories with friends. From glittery bag charms to custom tote bags, fashion classes let you make one-of-a-kind items that show off your unique style. Every piece you make carries a little story, and by the end, you’ve got wearable memories.
Perfect for: The gals who love a good thrift store find.
Make it a party: Start with a pasta night at home with your crew, then head to this Galentine’s bag charms workshop in Perth to craft cute, quirky miniatures for your bags.
Cocktail making
The scene: Shake, stir, sip, repeat. Learn how to mix drinks while swapping stories and seeing who nails the perfect martini (or makes the funniest disaster). It’s social, hands-on and a guaranteed mood lifter.
Perfect for: Social butterflies who love a night out.
Make it a party: This charm bracelet and cocktail class in Brisbane combines making your own charm bracelets with cocktails. That’s got Galentine’s vibes written all over it!
Cooking classes
The scene: Keep your Galentine’s celebrations simple with some good food, good wine and even better company. You’ll find all this and more at cooking classes! Chop, stir and taste your way through the evening while learning a few new tricks in the kitchen. It’s good practice for hosting your next Galentine’s night!
Perfect for: Foodie friends.
Make it a party: For the Melbourne friends who always end up at an Italian restaurant for dinner, this pasta making masterclass in kew is a fun idea for Galentine’s Day. End the day with a ‘hot girl’ walk to digest and regroup.
No matter your vibe, there’s a Galentine’s Day activity for every friend group. From flowers to chocolate, cocktails to clay, these experiences are all about celebrating the friendships that make life sweeter. So gather your crew, pick your favourite adventure, and make this February 13th a day full of memories and a little bit of sparkle.
