12 Ways to Celebrate Galentine’s Day with Your Besties in the DMV

Gather the girls for pop-up shopping events, a soothing yoga session, champagne in an igloo or a luxurious weekend staycation.

Love is a many splendored thing, but it doesn’t have to mean romance. Sometimes it’s about the love among a bunch of besties. Show your friends they’re your faves with these fun outings just for the girls.

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Pick up some fresh cut flowers at Botanologica in Falls Church, Virginia, when you’re there for the annual Galentine’s pop-up. (Courtesy photo)

Be Mine, Galentine, at Botanologica

The flower, plant and gift shop will host its annual Galentine’s pop-up on Feb. 5, 5:30-8 p.m. Stop in for “hearts and crafts,” sweet treats and adult beverages. Women-owned businesses on hand include Skye Marinda Tarot, SaltyBeachCreative with a charm bar, Studio Bloom and Lots of Lemons nail studio. 817 W. Broad St., Falls Church

Galentine’s at Covet and The Urban Farmhouse

Covet and The Urban Farmhouse are hosting a party Feb. 5, 6-8 p.m. The fun includes a tulip bar and other flower arranging, plus tasty nibbles and artisanal chocolates. 5140 Wilson Blvd., Arlington

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Galentine’s Sip & Shop at Coco Cameo

The vintage and vinyl shop is hosting a girls’ night in collaboration with The Falls, Preservation Biscuit Co., The Cheese Cartel (coming soon to Falls Church) and The Fairfax Girl. RSVP required for the Feb 6, 5-8 p.m., party. 417 W. Broad St., Falls Church

Daydrift Books & Café

The Galentine’s Day lineup at this bookish cafe in National Landing starts with some inspiration from Tiffany Lynn. The author of Unstoppable: A Story of Resilience will talk Feb. 7, 1-4 p.m., about how not to quit, even when that feels like the easy option. On Feb. 13, 1-4 p.m., fantasy romance author Megan Adams will be on hand to talk all things romantasy. 1550 Crystal Drive, Arlington (National Landing)

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Cheers to friendship at Immigrant Food in Arlington, Virginia. (Photo by mehrab zahedbeigi on Unsplash)

Galentine’s Day Wine Flights at Immigrant Food

From Feb. 9-14, the gastroadvocacy eatery in Arlington will have a selection of wines from women-owned wineries. 4245 N. Fairfax Drive, Arlington (Ballston)

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Enjoy drink and food specials at Inca Social in Arlington, Virginia, for Galentine’s Day. (Courtesy photos)

Galentine’s Night at Inca Social

Snack on Peruvian food specials and exclusive cocktails Feb. 13, noon-10 p.m., at this Clarendon restaurant. 1776 Wilson Blvd., Arlington (Clarendon)

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Practice some self-love with a restorative yoga class in Arlington, Virginia. (Photo by Luna Active Fitness on Unsplash)

Galentine’s Day Restorative Yoga and Sound Bath

Arlington-based Spiritual Enhancements will host a calming celebration of love inspired by four of the Ancient Greek types of love: agape, ludus, philautia and philia. The session Feb. 13, 6-9 p.m., will incorporate a blend of pilates and yoga. Snacks will be provided, but props will not, so bring your own yoga mat, blanket, pillow and water. Tickets are $29-$34. 1050 N. Stuart St., Arlington

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Comedian Paris Sashay will bring the giggles to girls’ night at the Arlington Drafthouse in Arlington, Virginia. (Courtesy photo)

Galentine’s Day Special with Paris Sashay at Arlington Drafthouse

Join the D.C. native who has worked with Michael Che, Wanda Sikes and others for a night of laughter at Arlington Drafthouse on Feb. 13, 7 p.m. Tickets are $24-$42. 2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington

Galentine’s Day at Punch Bowl Social

Get the girls together for a night of crafting, dancing, (board) gaming and shopping Feb. 13, 7-10 p.m. The $15 entrance fee gets you access to the Doodle Station, where you can make your own cards, and another spot for creating a friendship bracelet. For an extra fee, get a tarot reading from Psychic Carmela or body art from Fluid Ink. 4238 Wilson Blvd., Arlington (Clarendon)

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Go with your girls to make your own face scrub and moisturizer at a two-hour workshop in Arlington, Virginia.(Courtesy photo)

DIY Skincare with Elodie’s Naturals

Elodie Cally, founder of Elodie’s Naturals, will host two make-your-own Galentine’s Day skincase workshops Feb. 15, 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. At each, participants will make an Ultra-Hydrating Face Lotion and Zesty Lemon Detox Face Scrub using ingredients from France. Each session is two hours long and costs $77. 5512 23rd St., N., Arlington

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Enjoy a galentine getaway at The Ritz-Carlton in Arlington, Virginia. (Courtesy photo)

Galentines Just Want to Have Fun at The Ritz-Carlton

Make it a slumber party on a weekend in February. The package includes accommodations for two (although more guests can join for an additional charge), in-room breakfast, a welcome amenity, a themed wine glass and a plush robe. 1250 S. Hayes St., Arlington (Pentagon City)

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Chill with friends inside a clear igloo at the Watergate Hotel in Washington, D.C. (Courtesy photo)

Galentine’s Day Vintage Champagne Experience

Sip bubbly inside the Insta-worthy winter igloos at the storied Watergate Hotel. Champagne options include classic bruts, rare vintages and rosé cuvées, plus each private igloo fits up to six with plush lounges, a heater and a Bluetooth speaker for creating the ultimate girls’ night out. 2650 Virginia Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C.

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