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10 best ways to celebrate Galentine’s Day with your gal pals in London

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Celebrate your best friends with these fabulous events across the city.

Valentine’s Day? Cute. But let’s talk about the real power couple — your besties. Because honestly, no love is stronger (or more fun) than the fierce bond of friendship.

Enter: Galentine’s Day. Born out of the iconic sitcom Parks and Recreation, 13 February has officially become the ultimate day to raise a glass (or three) to your ride-or-die girls.

From epic dance classes to glittery musicals and bottomless brunches that just won’t quit, Living360 has scouted the hottest events in London for you and your favourite queens.

Let’s paint the town pink, shall we?

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Women at a dance class
Paint the town pink on 13 February

Best Galentine’s events in London

Pineapple Dance Studio’s Galentine’s Day Heels Workshop

Grab your pals and head to Pineapple Dance Studios for a steamy dance class.

This Heels Workshop is for all levels — and you can opt to wear your trainers if you aren’t confident in heels.

The class starts with a fun warm up before going into learning a dance routine in heels, to help make you feel more confident and sexy.

  • When: Saturday 15 February, 2pm-3pm
  • Where: 7 Langley Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2H 9JA

For more information or to book, visit Pineapple Studios.

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Poster for heels dance class
Master dancing in heels (Picture: Pineapple Studio)

West End Musical Brunch

This is a party like no other, as you can get up close and personal with stars from shows like Hamilton, Les Misérables, Wicked and many more.

Take advantage of an hour of bottomless cocktails, as well as a delicious two-course meal as you watch the immersive show.

At this production, the audience are part of the cast, so prepare to belt out the high notes to ‘Defying Gravity’ or do your best Danny impression to ‘Summer Nights’.

  • When: Saturday 15 February, 12pm-5pm
  • Where: Takes place at a secret London location

For more information or to book, visit West End Musical Brunch.

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Prepare to sing along to classic musical numbers (Picture: West End Musical Brunch)

Bloomsbury Book Club at The Nest

Looking for something a little more high-brow? Head to the Treehouse Hotel London for a literary event with Bloomsbury Publishing.

The rooftop bar has incredibly 360-degrees view of the city, and the event includes a Romance in Literature quiz, ‘Blind date with a book’ for every guest, themed cocktails and nibbles, and self-care gifts in partnership with Lush.

  • When: Monday 10 February, 6pm-8pm
  • Where: The Nest, Treehouse Hotel London, 14-15 Langham Pl, London, W1B 2QS

For more information or to book, visit Treehouse Hotel London.

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Unlucky in Love comedy night

Iconic venue Clapham Grand is hosting a belter of a queer comedy night, with a line-up including Grace Campbell, Travis Alabanza, Kemah Bob and more.

The night will be hosted by Jayde Adams, with a live DJ set afterwards by Tete Bang.

What’s more, all profits from tickets will be donated to Pink Noise, a fund that helps LGBTQ+ charities and causes including Not a Phase and Rainbow Migration.

  • When: Thursday 13 February, 7.30pm-10.30pm (doors open at 6.30pm and the bar is open til late)
  • Where: 21-25 St John’s Hill, Battersea, London SW11 1TT

For more information or to book, visit Clapham Grand.

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The night will be hosted by Jayde Adams (Picture: Clapham Grand)

Spa for two at The Bath House

Who doesn’t love a spa day?

This £340 voucher offers a three-hour escape at The Bath House. It’s designed for couples, but we think it would be perfect for two BFFs.

Your trip includes two standard treatments for each person, along with a glass of prosecco or a soft drink of your choice.

Better yet, the voucher is valid for six months, meaning you can go at a time that suits you both — great for that busy friend who’s hard to pin down.

  • Where: 1 Grosvenor Gardens, Belgravia, London, SW1 0BD

For more information or to book, visit The Bath House.

Tipsy Totes

Four words: Boozy arts and crafts.

Release your inner artist (as you release your inhibitions with a few cocktails) by designing your own tote bag at epic girly cocktail bar Tonight Josephine, in Waterloo.

Included in the events is a welcome Absolut cocktail, your own tote bag to bring home, fabric paints, pens, and brushes — and Happy Hour all night long.

  • When: Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, from 5pm-10pm
  • Where: Tonight Josephine Waterloo, 111 Waterloo Rd, London, SE1 8UL

For more information or to book, visit Tonight Josephine.

Tipsy Totes at Tonight Josephine
Release your inner artist as you release your inhibitions (Picture: Tonight Josephine)

The Devil Wears Prada Musical

Gird your loins, people.

Is there any better way to make this Galentine’s Day memorable than by emerging yourself in the fabulous fashion world of Runway Magazine — set to music?

Featuring Elton John songs and Vanessa Williams taking on the role of Miranda Priestly, this new musical based on the blockbuster film and bestselling novel is ‘groundbreaking’.

  • Where: Dominion Theatre, 268-269 Tottenham Court Road, London, W1T 7AQ

For more information or to book, visit Devil Wears Prada: The Musical.

Mamma Mia! Afternoon Tea at Strand Palace

Treat the Dancing Queen in your life to a fun and theatrical twist on the traditional afternoon tea, inspired by everyone’s favourite musical.

The £39 menu brings the magic of the musical to life with a delicious array of ABBA-reimagined favourites including Voulez Vous vol-au-vents, Slipping Through My Fingers cucumber and tzatziki finger sandwiches, and Honey, Honey vegan lavender honey and lemon loaf.

  • When: Available until November 2025
  • Where: Strand Palace, 372 Strand, WC2R 0JJ, London

For more information or to book, visit Strand Palace.

Mamma Mia afternoon tea
Gimmie, Gimmie, Gimmie some cakes (Picture: Strand Palace)

Best drinks and dinner deals for Galentine’s in London

Cinnamon Bazaar

The best way to someone’s heart is through food. And nothing feels more loving than indulging in Indian cuisine.

Head to Cinnamon Bazaar for unlimited chaat — the irresistible, flavour-packed bites that will make your taste buds dance. Paired with unlimited bubbles, it’s the perfect way to toast to your friendship.

Starting at just £20 per person for the chaat, and an additional £29 for unlimited bubbles, you can feast and sip for 90 minutes of pure joy.

  • When: 13-16 February, 12pm-4pm
  • Where: Cinnamon Bazaar Covent Garden and Richmond

For more information or to book, visit Cinnamon Bazaar.

Cinnamon Bazaar Richmond
Unlimited chat? Unlimited chaat (Picture: Cinnamon Bazaar)

Three Cheers Pub Co

This Galentine’s Day, you and your besties can enjoy 2-4-1 on drinks at Three Cheers Pub Co’s top five London locations.

As well as wine and beer, cocktails included in the promotion include margaritas, espresso martinis, negronis, dark & stormies and Aperol spritzes.

We’ll drink to that.

  • When: Thursday 13 February from 5pm-7pm and 10pm-11pm
  • Where: The Stonhouse in Clapham, The Princess Victoria in Shephard’s Bush, The Rosendale in Dulwich and The Tommyfield in Kennington.
    The Bolingbroke in Battersea will run the promotion between 4pm-6pm and 10pm-11pm

For more information or to book, visit Three Cheers Pub Co.

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