Ultimate Houston Galentine's Day Guide

Move over, Valentine's Day — it’s time to focus on celebrating the important women in your life! Galentine’s Day, inspired by Parks and Recreation's Leslie Knope, is the perfect excuse to ditch romance and have some fun with your besties. If you’re in Houston, you're in luck — the city offers a variety of unique ways to spend this special day. Here are the top 5 best ways to celebrate Galentine's Day in Houston this year!

1. Galentine's Day Floral Workshop at POST

Grab your best pals and join this flower-filled celebration! On February 8 from 2 pm to 4 pm, POST’s Barbie-inspired floral arranging workshop will have you designing beautiful arrangements, all while sipping your favorite BYOB drink. Led by one of the talented designers at Freedom Floral, you’ll learn how to create stunning floral masterpieces and take home a bouquet to remember the day. Plus, you’ll get a flower recipe card to recreate the magic again at home.

2. Get Totally Fetch at Theater Under the Stars’ Mean Girls

Why not spend Galentine's Day laughing with your girls at the hilarious Mean Girls Broadway performance? Catch this iconic musical at the Houston Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, running through February 9. Tina Fey’s legendary teen comedy is brought to life with catchy tunes and high school drama — the perfect fit for a night out with your closest friends.

3. I Can Buy Myself Flowers at Monkey's Tail

On February 11, head to Monkey's Tail for their third annual I Can Buy Myself Flowers event, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. This flower arranging and cocktail-making soirée is a fun way to unleash your creativity while sipping on cocktails made with Black Bar Spirits and Simple Vodka. You’ll leave with your own beautiful bouquet and unforgettable memories. A night of crafting and cocktails with your besties? Yes, please!

4. Galentine’s Heartstrings at The Health Museum

This one’s for the adventurous gal pals! On February 13, head to The Houston Health Museum for a quirky and educational Galentine’s celebration. From 5:30 pm to 8 pm, enjoy light bites, charcuterie, unlimited drinks, and a guided heart dissection by Dr. Varsha Podduturi, Deputy Medical Examiner at the Fort Bend County Medical Examiner's Office. Plus, you’ll get to explore all of the museum's exhibits! It’s a unique and memorable way to bond with your besties.

5. Raise the Roof at a Sky-High Karaoke and Movie Night

On February 13, take your Galentine’s Day celebration to new heights at Rooftop Cinema Uptown! Start with an epic night of karaoke, belting out your favorite tunes with your besties, followed by a screening of 13 Going on 30 — a true classic. The combination of sky-high fun, karaoke, and a feel-good movie is the perfect recipe for an unforgettable Galentine's Day!

Houston is brimming with exciting ways to celebrate your girl squad this Galentine’s Day, from floral workshops to musical performances and even a quirky heart dissection. Whether you're crafting, singing, or just relaxing, you’re guaranteed to make lasting memories. Get ready to make this Galentine's Day one for the books with your favorite ladies by your side!