Whoever said the season of love was only for celebrating romantic love clearly never heard of the time-honored tradition of Galentine’s Day. Taking place on February 13, Galentine’s Day is meant to celebrate friendship. Because really, where would we be in this life without our gals (or our pals)?

Rochester, NY takes this celebration of platonic love very seriously. Whether you’re looking for events hosted by local bars and restaurants, relaxing spa day opportunities, or some incredible GNO spots, we are here to help you plan your perfect Galentine’s in the Flower City.

Day of Galentine's Events

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Galentine’s Day at the MAG

February 13 | Memorial Art Gallery

Galentine’s Day Paint & Sip

February 13 | ARTISANworks

Galentine’s Paint & Sip

February 13 | Century Club of Rochester

Galentine’s Lipstick & Libations

February 13 | Black Button Distilling

Valentine, Galentine, Schmalentine Wine & Food Pairing

February 13 | Flight Wine Bar Downtown

Galentine’s Day Cookie Decorating Class

February 13 | 20 Deep Winery

Galentine’s Day Party

February 13 | Mulconry’s Irish Pub & Restaurant

Galentine’s Day Pairing Dinner

February 13 | Jack’s Extra Fancy

Be Girls Together

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Plan a spa day at The Spa at the Woodcliff, Del Monte Lodge or Ape + Canary

Stop by Scents by Design and create a custom candle

Host a jewelry design party with Figgy Studio & Shop (because friendship bracelets hit even harder when you make them yourselves)

Admire the spring flowers blooming at the George Eastman Museum’s Dutch Connection

Plan a Galentine’s Day Brunch at Locals Only, The Brown Hound, The Gate House, Jines, or Blu Wolf

Blow off some steam with drinks and games at Recreo, Radio Social, Nerdvana, The Playhouse/Swillburger, Dice Versa, or Dave & Busters

Take a craft class with Little Button Craft

Have a giggle at Comedy at the Carlson

Kick Up Your Heels

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Go out for a wine night at Living Roots, Legacy Wine Bar, Flight Wine Bar Downtown, Unwine’d, or Vine and Tap

Grab dinner and drinks at Bitter Honey, Patron Saint, Roux, The Alexander, Vern’s, Pane Vino on the River, Grappa, CRISP Rochester, Angelina’s on South or Trata

Have a night of dancing at Swan Dive

Enjoy a delish cocktail at The Revelry, The Daily Refresher, or Bar Bantam

Surround yourselves with good drinks and even better music at Record Archive

Try some NA cocktails at Alt Bar

Treat Yourself (you deserve it)

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Stop into Cleo + Kin for some cute clothes, jewelry, and other essentials

Pop into Stacy K Florals and buy yourself some flowers (then go grab coffee at Winter Swan)

Head over to The Op Shop and browse their collection of vintage clothing

Check out Mansawear on Park Ave and add some color to your wardrobe

Show Rochester some love by perusing Peppermint’s ROC specific collection of gifts and trinkets

Grab a sweet treat at Stever’s Candies, Laughing Gull Chocolates, or Hedonist Artisan Chocolates

 

Show us how you and your gals chose to celebrate Galentine’s Day this year with #VisitROC on Instagram.