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Full list of pubs, bars and restaurants celebrating Galentine's Day - from themed meals to cocktails and after

Full list of pubs bars and restaurants celebrating Galentines Day  from 
themed meals to cocktails and after
'Galentine's Day', which falls on 13 February every year, was made popular in 2010 thanks to an episode of US mockumentary Parks and Recreation. Stock photo.

By Femail Reporter

Published: 16:20 GMT, 13 February 2024 | Updated: 16:57 GMT, 13 February 2024

If tomorrow is the international day of love, then today is all about celebrating the women in your life.

'Galentine's Day', which falls on 13 February every year, was made popular in 2010 thanks to an episode of US mockumentary Parks and Recreation.

In the episode, unlucky-in-love protagonist Leslie Knope - played by Amy Poehler - hosts a 'Galentine's Day' brunch for her female friends.

Speaking to camera, the deputy director of Parks and Recreation in the fictional town of Pawnee, Indiana says: 'What's Galentine's Day? Oh, it's only the best day of the year!

'Every February 13, my lady friends and I leave our husbands and our boyfriends at home and we just come and kick it, breakfast style.' 

Here's FEMAIL's selection of the top ways to celebrate Galentine's Day this year. Stock photo
Here's FEMAIL's selection of the top ways to celebrate Galentine's Day this year. Stock photo

Here's FEMAIL's selection of the top ways to celebrate Galentine's Day this year. Stock photo

Pictured: Leslie Knope - played by Amy Poehler - hosts a 'Galentine's Day' brunch for her female friends in the sitcom Parks and Recreation
Pictured: Leslie Knope - played by Amy Poehler - hosts a 'Galentine's Day' brunch for her female friends in the sitcom Parks and Recreation

Pictured: Leslie Knope - played by Amy Poehler - hosts a 'Galentine's Day' brunch for her female friends in the sitcom Parks and Recreation

Since then, UK pubs, bars and restaurants have all jumped on the chance to offer deals to groups of women wanting to celebrate their female friendships.

Here's FEMAIL's selection of the top ways to celebrate Galentine's Day this year - from Parks & Recreation-inspired brunches to immersive dining experiences. 

Taste Film's Bridesmaids Viewing Special 

Bridesmaids was marketed as women's answer to The Hangover movies when it first hit screens in 2011. 

Now, fans of the hit movie - which celebrates the highs and lows of friendship - can enjoy a one-of-a-kind viewing experience at The Refinery Citypoint restaurant in Moorgate, London.

In exchange for an £80 ticket, film fans who want to celebrate Galentine's Day in style can enjoy the restaurant's 'eat what you see' movie viewing experience. 

As certain dishes are referenced in the film, waiters will serve viewers a range of California sushi rolls, followed by Brazilian chicken and mini cupcakes and 'Maids of Dishonour' chocolate fondue.

On top of this, TasteFilm will also be serving themed cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks.

Fans of the hit movie - which celebrates the highs and lows of friendship - can enjoy a one-of-a-kind viewing experience at The Refinery Citypoint restaurant in Moorgate, London
Fans of the hit movie - which celebrates the highs and lows of friendship - can enjoy a one-of-a-kind viewing experience at The Refinery Citypoint restaurant in Moorgate, London

Fans of the hit movie - which celebrates the highs and lows of friendship - can enjoy a one-of-a-kind viewing experience at The Refinery Citypoint restaurant in Moorgate, London

In exchange for an £80 ticket, film fans who want to celebrate Galentine's Day in style can enjoy the restaurant's 'eat what you see' movie viewing experience
In exchange for an £80 ticket, film fans who want to celebrate Galentine's Day in style can enjoy the restaurant's 'eat what you see' movie viewing experience

In exchange for an £80 ticket, film fans who want to celebrate Galentine's Day in style can enjoy the restaurant's 'eat what you see' movie viewing experience

The restaurant are running afternoon and evening screenings from 16th-19th and 23rd-26th February. 

For more information, visit the website here.  

'Chaat Your Heart Out' at Cinnamon Bazaar 

What's more, Cinnamon Bazaar - which is situated in the heart of London's Covent Garden - is also offering a special 'Chaat Your Heart Out' deal for those celebrating Galentine's Day.

The Indian restaurant is offering unlimited bowls of chaat for just £15 from noon until 9pm today.

On top of this, Galentine's Day fans can also indulge in some bottomless bubbles for an extra £29 per person for 90 minutes. 

For more information, visit the website here.  

Cinnamon Bazaar - which is situated in the heart of London's Covent Garden - is also offering a special 'Chaat Your Heart Out' deal
Cinnamon Bazaar - which is situated in the heart of London's Covent Garden - is also offering a special 'Chaat Your Heart Out' deal

Cinnamon Bazaar - which is situated in the heart of London's Covent Garden - is also offering a special 'Chaat Your Heart Out' deal

On top of this, Galentine's Day fans can also indulge in some bottomless bubbles for an extra £29 per person for 90 minutes
On top of this, Galentine's Day fans can also indulge in some bottomless bubbles for an extra £29 per person for 90 minutes

On top of this, Galentine's Day fans can also indulge in some bottomless bubbles for an extra £29 per person for 90 minutes

Tonight Josephine 

Tonight Josephine is offering half price cocktails to groups celebrating Galentine's Day this evening.

The popular chain has bars in Cardiff, Birmingham, Bristol, Liverpool and three in London.

Quoting Mean Girls, the brand wrote on their Instagram: 'In girl world, Galentine’s Day, is the one day a year where girls can go out and act feral on a school night and no other girls can say anything about it.'

Smith's Bar and Grill 

On Friday, Smith's Bar and Grill in Paddington are throwing a bottomless dinner event to mark Galentine's Day.

As well as bottomless meals and plenty of prosecco, the restaurant will also have a live DJ to get the party vibes going.

For more information, see the website here. 

Galentine's Day Cocktail Class 

Locals in the South of London can also try their hand at making some cocktails this Galentine's Day.

The pub Gipsy Hill Taproom is offering a special cocktail making class this coming Friday.

Tickets cost £20 per person and attendees will make three love themed cocktails and take home some Valentine's Day sweets.

For more information, visit the website here. 

The pub Gipsy Hill Taproom in South London is offering a special cocktail making class this coming Friday
The pub Gipsy Hill Taproom in South London is offering a special cocktail making class this coming Friday

The pub Gipsy Hill Taproom in South London is offering a special cocktail making class this coming Friday

Britney vs Christina Afternoon Tea

To celebrate Galentine's Day this year, 30 James Street Hotel in Liverpool is putting on a special Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera-themed afternoon tea.

The event runs from 2pm-5pm this Saturday and tickets cost £32.95.

Guests will be greeted with a drink on arrival and will later tuck into a luxury afternoon tea with all the bells and whistles. 

While they're enjoying some tea, live performers will be paying tribute to some of these pop stars' greatest hits.

For more information, visit the website here. 

30 James Street Hotel in Liverpool is putting on a special Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera-themed afternoon tea
30 James Street Hotel in Liverpool is putting on a special Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera-themed afternoon tea

30 James Street Hotel in Liverpool is putting on a special Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera-themed afternoon tea

Galentine's Day Walk & Lunch 

If you fancy a walk in the Peak District this weekend and looking to celebrate Galentine's Day, then this is the event for you.

Starting at 10am sharp on Saturday morning, this professionally-guided walk will feature moorland paths and areas featured in Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre.  

The walk will be around 9.5km long and has been graded 'moderate' breaks. Afterwards, attendees will get to enjoy a lunch together with their fellow Galentine's Day dates. 

The event description reads: 'It's an opportunity to bond, relax, and create lasting memories together.'

Tickets cost £20. For more information, visit the website here. 

Starting at 10am sharp on Saturday morning, this professionally-guided walk will feature moorland paths and areas featured in Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre
Starting at 10am sharp on Saturday morning, this professionally-guided walk will feature moorland paths and areas featured in Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre

Starting at 10am sharp on Saturday morning, this professionally-guided walk will feature moorland paths and areas featured in Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre

During the workshop, guests will be walked through a step-by-step process and all the materials will be provided
During the workshop, guests will be walked through a step-by-step process and all the materials will be provided

During the workshop, guests will be walked through a step-by-step process and all the materials will be provided

Galentine's Day Candle Painting Workshops 

Those looking to celebrate Galentine's Day in West Yorkshire area are in for a treat with this candle painting workshop. 

For £27.50, guests at TYRO studios will enjoy glasses of bubbly and the chance to paint some Galentine's Day-themed candles.

During the workshop, guests will be walked through a step-by-step process and all the materials will be provided.

For more information, visit the website here. 

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