Celebrating Galentine’s Day in Seattle?
In case you didn’t know, Galentine’s Day is a day for celebrating female friendships. It’s typically observed on February 13 but you can celebrate on any day this February. If you’d like to show your closest friends in Seattle some love, check out our roundup below that has some fun and unique ideas for things to do together!
Here are things to do for Galentine’s Day in Seattle this February:
1. A puzzle experience at Seattle Chocolate
When: February 7-8 and 14-15, 2025
Where: Seattle Chocolate Factory
Cost: $70 for two people
Seattle Chocolate Factory is hosting a fun puzzle experience for two this February. You and your bestie will have 45 minutes to solve an escape room-style puzzle box and earn chocolate! You can also opt to add wine to your experience. Get tickets here.
2. A Galentine bouquet class
When: Thursday, February 13, 2025
Where: The Works in Pioneer Square
Cost: $95
Get crafty with your bestie at The Works in Pioneer Square. This 90-minute DIY class will give you pro tips from an expert about how to put together the perfect bouquet. All of your get-togethers going forward will be elevated to the next level thanks to the floral skills that you take away from this class. Find the class here.
3. Cupid’s Undie Run
When: Saturday, February 8, 2025
Where: The Dock in Fremont
Cost: $40
Grab your bestie and join the annual Cupid’s Undie Run to support those affected by NF, a group of genetic conditions that cause tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body. It starts with drinking and dancing, followed by a mile-long run, and finishes with a dance party. Register here.
4. My Better Half Marathon at Seward Park
When: Sunday, February 9
Where: Seward Park
Cost: $58+
Get outside and race with your bestie at the annual My Better Half Marathon this February. From the event organizers: “Bestie’s registration is for two girlfriends, mom and daughter, guy and gal, or anyone you call your bestie. Bromance registration is for two dudes who probably don’t want to admit that they’re inseparable.” You can choose between three distances (5K, 10K, and a half marathon) or a half marathon relay, plus walkers are welcome—so anyone can do it! At the end you’ll be rewarded with food and post-race swag. Register here.
5. Galentine’s wine flights at Bottlehouse
When: February 13-15
Where: Bottlehouse in Madrona
Cost: $25 per person
Bottlehouse in Madrona has the perfect vibes for spending quality time with your best friends. They’re offering a special menu and festive wine flights for a “St. Valentine’s Day and Galentine’s celebration” over the course of three days this February. Make your reservation here.
6. Afternoon tea
When: February 19-23
Where: Seattle Convention Center
Cost: $90+
You and your Galentine can get dressed up this month to attend “Traveler’s Tea” at the Northwest Flower and Garden Festival. “Each day explores a different part of the world, inviting guests to experience new, wonderful places in an afternoon full of scents, flavors and friends plus tea and treats!” Your ticket to this event includes admission to the rest of the festival on that date as well. Get tickets here.
Looking for more afternoon tea options? Check out our guide to the best afternoon tea in Seattle and make a Galentine’s Day tea date for you and your besties this February.
7. An improv show
When: Fridays and Saturdays in February
Where: Unexpected Productions Theater at Pike Place Market
Cost: $15-$20
If you and your bestie need a laugh, go see Unexpected Productions perform their improv show “I Saw You: A Comedy with Heart.” Get tickets here.
8. After-hours at the aquarium
When: Friday, February 14
Where: Seattle Aquarium
Cost: $45+
If you and your friends love the aquarium, here’s your chance to enjoy it when it’s not crowded with families. Their “After Hours: No Pressure Valentine’s Day” event is for ages 21+ and will have live music and fun activities, plus food and drinks available for purchase. This event is focused on fun rather than romance, so it’s perfect for celebrating Galentine’s Day. Get tickets here.
9. The Northwest Flower and Garden Festival
When: February 19-23
Where: Seattle Convention Center
Cost: $23+
The Northwest Flower and Garden Festival is happening at the Seattle Convention Center in late February. If you and your friends love flowers, plants, and gardening then you’ll love exploring this festival together. It’s also a nice escape from winter! See more info and get tickets on the garden show website.
10. A spa day
Does your friend deserve to be truly pampered? Invite them to a Galentine’s Getaway at the Salish Lodge & Spa in Snoqualmie (a short drive from Seattle). Throughout the month of February the spa is offering a Galentine’s Day special that includes two facials, pool access, and more. See all the details here.
For even more local spa options, check out our guide to the best spas in Seattle.
11. Late-night dessert
Satisfy your sweet tooth by taking a friend to get late-night dessert in Seattle. Our top recommendations would be Hot Cakes, which has locations in Capitol Hill and Ballard, or Dough Joy, a popular vegan donut shop that has late-night hours on Fridays and Saturdays at its Capitol Hill and Ballard locations.
12. Tattoos and tarot readings
When: February 14
Where: Stoup Brewing in Ballard
Stoup Brewing in Ballard is hosting tattoo artist @narrow_stairs and tarot card reader @readerbythewood at 6:00 p.m. on February 14 for a Valentine’s Day event. Grab your platonic other half and discuss your tarot readings over a beer, or get flash tattoos together if you’re brave. See the event page here.
13. Galentine’s Day happy hour
When: February 13
Where: Ben Paris
Celebrate Galentine’s Day with your girl gang at the beautiful Ben Paris in downtown Seattle. They’re hosting a happy hour from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. featuring a charcuterie board and wine special in honor of “the love of friendship.” Reserve a table here.
14. Hot tub boat
Want to plan a Galentine’s to remember? Treat yourselves to a two-hour float in hot tub boat around Seattle’s Lake Union. This can be a pricey activity but the more friends you bring, the more affordable it gets (the boats hold up to six people). They still have plenty of open slots for Thursday, February 13 as well as the following Friday and Sunday. Book here.