It’s time to get our Leslie Knope on. We rounded up 10 of the best Galentine’s Day parties in Austin.
By Courtney Runn
Rosé and flowers and shopping might seem like cliché staples of the event scene but what is Galentine’s Day if not a day to indulge all of your favorite guilty pleasures? From DIY bouquets to Parks and Recreation screenings to an art show celebrating female artists, we found the best Galentine’s Day events in town. Here’s to you and the beautiful, talented, brilliant, powerful musk ox in your life!
Feb. 8
atxGals Pop-up Art Show
Where: Fair Market
When: 6 to 11 p.m.
What: Celebrate local female artists at this Queen-of-Hearts-themed pop-up show. Plus, enjoy live DJs, an open bar, local food trucks, a raffle and Esperos swag bags for VIP guests. Proceeds from the raffle benefit the Girls Empowerment Network and Austin Pets Alive!
RSVP: Get tickets here.
Feb. 9
Bumble BFF Galentine’s
Where: Adelante Boutique
When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
What: Swipe right for a morning of wine, bites, manicures, lip touch-ups, tarot-card readings and a special boutique discount. Show your Bumble app at the door for a goody bag.
RSVP: RSVP for free admission. Swag bags are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Feb. 12
Galentine’s Day Party with Daisy Natives + Sosa + Shira Melody Jewelry
Where: Irene’s
When: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
What: Hang out at Irene’s with Daisy Natives, Shira Melody Jewelry and Sosa: Makeup + Styling for a night of sips, snacks, shopping, mini makeovers and hair braiding.
RSVP: While the RSVP list that includes a free drink is full, guests are still welcome to grab a drink at the bar and join in for the makeovers and shopping.
Galentine’s Day with Alice’s Table + Prohibition Creamery
Where: Prohibition Creamery
When: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
What: Join Alice’s Table and Prohibition Creamery for a night of DIY fun. The price of a ticket comes with a free boozy treat from Prohibition and a centerpiece you’ll take home at the end of the night.
RSVP: Get tickets here.
Feb. 13
Galentine’s Night Brunch
Where: Better Half Coffee & Cocktails
When: 6 to 8 p.m.
What: Rouser, And Feminist and Better Half Coffee & Cocktails are teaming up for a night of women’s empowerment. Get custom airbrushed apparel, send postcards to your “sheroes,” meet women running for office and raise money for the Girls Empowerment Network.
RSVP: RSVP here.
Galentine’s Day with ATX Festival
Where: Jo’s Coffee Downtown
When: 6 to 8 p.m.
What: Enjoy happy hour and crafts at 6 p.m., then kick back with a Parks and Recreation screening at 7 p.m.
RSVP: RSVP for free admission here.
GALentine’s Gala
Where: Space 2055
When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
What: Celebrate girl power with the Girl Advocacy League. Enjoy complimentary snacks, drinks, cookie decorating, crafts and a photobooth.
RSVP: RSVP for free admission.
That Time of the Month Galentine’s Day Episode
Where: Boss Babes ATX HQ
When: 7 to 8 p.m.
What: Join local comedian Meghan Ross for a Galentine’s Day edition of her comedy show, That Time of the Month. Enjoy treats, cocktails, prizes and sage bundles from women-owned businesses.
RSVP: Get your $10 ticket here.
Galentine’s Day Craft Night
Where: Revival Vintage
When: 7 to 9 p.m.
What: Get crafty and make a vision board with vintage magazines at Revival Vintage. Plus, enjoy wine and cheese.
RSVP: RSVP for free admission.
Primsatic Vision
Where: Interior Define
When: 7 to 9 p.m.
What: Head to Interior Define to learn about color theory and meditation, enjoy wine and bites and more.
RSVP: RSVP for free admission, but space is limited.