22 Events in Boston for Galentine’s Day, Palentine’s Day, and Singles Adventures
When:
Tuesday, Feb 04, 2025 9:00a -
Friday, Feb 28, 2025 9:00p
Tuesday, Feb 04, 2025 9:00a -
Friday, Feb 28, 2025 9:00p
Where:
Boston
Surrounding areas
Boston, MA
Admission:
$Varies
Categories:
Art, Classes, Movies, Party
For those flying solo there are plenty of ways to celebrate the love in your life this Valentine’s Day. Gather your friends for a Galentine’s party, focus on self-love practices, meet new people, and more.
by Celina Colby
MEETUPS
Volo Solo Week: Boston Events for Singles
[sponsored by Volo Sports]
When: Monday 2/10 to Friday 2/14
Where: Around Boston
Info: Volo Sports is hosting five different singles meetups the week of Valentine’s Day, that’s five different chances to meet someone special. Attend bowling, trivia night, speed dating, and more to get yourself out there while having a blast.
Singles Mingle Chocolate Tasting at the Taza Chocolate Factory
When: Saturday 2/1
Where: Union Square
Info: Join other singles aged 26-38 for a night of mingling and chocolate tasting at the Taza Chocolate Factory with the goal of making new friends or potentially sparking a sweet romance.
When: Wednesday 2/12
Where: Everett
Info: Make a 3-5 minute slideshow about your most fabulous single friend and pitch them to a room full of single folks. You never know what qualities might strike up a connection with someone.
Galentine's Day: Women's Networking Night
When: Thursday 2/13
Where: Downtown
Info: Make connections with other fabulous women who may be future friends or business contacts at this women’s networking night complete with passed apps and glasses of bubbly.
20's & 30's Dress to Impress: Valentine's Day Edition
When: Fridays 2/14
Where: Beacon Hill
Info: Dress to impress and head to The Liberty Hotel to mingle with other 20s and 30s folks courtesy of the Make Friends After College group.
SHOPPING
Valentine's Modern Romance Fair
When: Friday 2/7
Where: Brighton
Info: Get your hair spruced at Bellwether Salon and then have a full on photoshoot to get that perfect photo for your next online dating profile. Plus, build your own candy boxes and bouquets.
Valentine's Day Permanent Jewelry Pop Up
When: Thursday 2/6
Where: South End
Info: SPARK is hosting a permanent jewelry pop-up at Boon Plant and Flower Bar in the South End. Get a little bling with your bestie for Galentine’s Day or treat yourself to something festive.
Small Mart Valentine's Day Market at Crystal Ballroom
When: Sunday 2/9
Where: Davis Square
Info: Shop unique offerings by local artists, makers, and vintage sellers to find a dreamy gift for your Valentine, Palentine, or yourself. Grab a cocktail or mocktail at the bar, and shop away.
Castle Island South Boston Valentine Shop & Sip Marketplace
When: Sunday 2/9
Where: South Boston
Info: Sip a craft brew and shop for Valentine’s Day gifts from small businesses and local vendors at this marketplace at Castle Island Brewing in South Boston.
FOOD & BEVERAGE
Puppy Love Barkuterie Brunch with Boston Dog Moms & LP Pet Photography
When: Saturday 2/1
Where: Beacon Hill
Info: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with the puppy love of your love. You and your dog can both enjoy a veterinarian-approved menu safe for both people and animals, while mingling with other dog owners.
Galentine's Wine & Chocolate Tour
When: Thursday 2/6
Where: Jamaica Plain
Info: Stroll along Centre Street sampling chocolate and wine at various stores while shopping small with local businesses. Go with your pals or solo to meet new friends.
15+ Bars to Meet Single People around Boston
When: Ongoing
Where: Around Boston
Info: Not all nightlife spots are created equal when it comes to meeting people. Check out these high-energy bars around Boston that are great for meeting a new crop of potential dates.
ARTS & CRAFTS
Smashbook Self Love Letter Workshop at Travel Mug Café
When: Thursday 2/6
Where: Seaport
Info: Get creative and inspired at this Self Love Letter Workshops where you can write a love note to yourself in the form of a vision-board style collage while chatting about your goals with like-minded people.
When: Thursday 2/13
Where: Fenway
Info: Grab a cocktail and bites from the buffet and then try your hand at an art project with this guided paint night for Galentine’s Day.
BOOK LOVERS
Romantasy Book Fair w/ Trident Booksellers
When: Wednesday 2/5
Where: Downtown
Info: Pick up your next steamy read at the Romantasy Book Fair at Sam Adams Boston Taproom. There will be dragons, potions, castles, crowns, and every romance dynamic you can imagine.
All She Wrote x Queer Romance Book Club: Meryl Wilsner's CLEAT CUTE
When: Sunday 2/9
Where: Somerville
Info: Join All She Wrote Books for a discussion of the sapphic rivals to lovers story ‘Cleat Cute’ by Meryl Wilsner.
Judith Rosen with Alex Schaffner: Bookstore Romance
When: Thursday 2/13
Where: Coolidge Corner
Info: If your true love right now is bookstores, we get it. Listen to an author talk by Judith Rosen, who interviewed 24 couples about their weddings and engagements at independent bookstores for her latest book ‘Bookstore Romance: Love Speaks Volumes.’
PARTIES & ACTIVITIES
Sleepless at The Speedway: A Rom-Com Pajama Party + Romance Book Pop Up
When: Thursday 2/6
Where: Brighton
Info: Shop a diverse pop-up romance book store, watch the rom com classic ‘Sleepless in Seattle,’ and show off your finest PJs at this Galentine’s bash. There are plenty of snacks and beverages on site for the movie screening too.
Besties & Brews Galentine’s Party
When: Sunday 2/9
Where: Somerville
Info: Make your own floral bouquet, shop beautiful items from local small businesses, make and send valentines, paint pottery, get a psychic reading, and more at this activity-heavy Galentine’s party at Aeronaut Brewing.
When: Thursday 2/13
Where: Everett
Info: Test your knowledge of classic rom coms at this holiday trivia night. Make a team of up to six people, sip Valentine’s-themed cocktails, and compete for the chance to win Short Path Distillery gift cards.
When: Thursday 2/13
Where: Back Bay
Info: Get into a romantic (and fabulous) mood at this screening of ‘Clueless’ at Trident Booksellers and Cafe. Miss a classic like this? As if.
Cosmic Cupid: Love Languages Through the Stars
When: Sunday 2/16
Where: Roslindale
Info: Learn about the connection between romance and astrology at this event. Each attendee gets a personalized birth chart to explore how romance will show up in their lives, what their love language is, and much more.
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