Are you ready, are you ready for love? We are and hope you are too! Invite all your single friends over to spread the love and celebrate together or just everyone and anyone who holds a place in your heart. We’re going to go through all of our Valentine’s party ideas including party decorations, food ideas, and games to play.
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Valentine’s Day party decorations
The decorations are what bring any party together so it’s important to make sure you get it right. Take a look at some of our simple ideas for Valentine’s Day party decorations:
- Heart-shaped balloons– A Valentine’s party simply wouldn’t be complete without some appropriately heart-shaped balloons to decorate and fill your living room.
- Confetti or rose petals– Delicately scatter some pink, white, and red confetti or rose petals around the room or just on the dinner table for a more subtle touch.
- Red cups– Not just for house parties, some classic red (or even pink and white) plastic cups are also just as fitting for your Valentine’s get-together. After all, it’s not worth risking any smashed glass or potential damage to your favourite drinkware.
- Mini sweet bags– A nice extra gift for your guests is a little sweet bag filled with chocolate hearts, marshmallows, love hearts or whatever else you come across.
- Valentine’s Day card notes– To get everyone in that loving mood, you could write out aValentine’s Day cardfor each person to give them upon arrival which includes all your favourite things about them inside.
Valentine’s Day party food ideas
From sweet treats like cookies and pink trifles to savoury options including pizza or even dainty finger sandwiches, there are all sorts of food you can serve at your Valentine’s Day party. Get yourself busy in the kitchen cooking up all your favourite foods or take a quick trip to your local supermarket for pre-prepared bits, here are some of our easy Valentine’s Day party food ideas.
Pepperoni heart pizza
Pizza is a classic party food choice – easy to share, loved by the majority, and simple to make or get a hold of. Buy one from the shop and cut up the pepperoni into little heart shapes before cooking or really impress your guests by doing it all yourself. Either way, you truly can’t go wrong!
Love-filled finger sandwiches
Again, this requires very little time and chef abilities and won’t leave your kitchen looking like a bomb site. Gather all your favourite fillings and make some dainty finger sandwiches that your guests can pick at throughout the party. From the typical cheese and ham to a more controversial prawn co*cktail, choose as many fillings as you can handle making. Then the final step is to use a heart-shaped cutter to make them into sweet little love-filled finger sandwiches.
Valentine’s Trifle
So, we presume you’re asking what exactly makes this a Valentine’s trifle? It’s pink, duh! This recipe fromThe Butter Halfis exactly what we mean and is achievable in only 15 minutes. Go on, give it a go, and tell us that this dessert doesn’t look perfect for the occasion.
Heart-shaped cookie bites
By this point, you can likely tell we’re very much going with a strong theme here aka any food but either pink or in the shape of a heart. Stick with the tried-and-true yummy cookie recipe that’s never let you down or make things easier for yourself by using some shop-bought cookie dough, either way, this is a super easy party food to sort.
From there, it’s the standard cookie-making process except you’ll need to cut your cookie dough into a heart shape, we recommend a proper cookie cutter for ease instead of just forming it yourself as it could lose its shape when in the oven.
Valentine’s Day party games
No party is complete without some fun games and activities and given that you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day it’s only right that they fit with the theme. If you need some ideas on what to do, here are some of our recommendations:
Mr & Mrs
A classic fun game for parties. For any couples or best friend duos you have in attendance, sit them down back-to-back and start grilling them. Bound to reveal some hilarious opinions, this game is fun even if you’re not the one in the hot seat.
Romantic charades
A classic game of charades with just a little twist… it’s all about love. From romantic films and characters to book titles and songs, charades is an easy way to get everyone involved in a fun game where you’re all going to be screaming out answers left, right, and centre.
Pick up line bingo
You can make a bingo game out of anything, but our twist on the idea is by using pick up lines as the prompts. As you won’t be rolling out numbers, you could write them all down and pick them out of a hat or make it more interactive by going around the room with everyone stating their favourite pick up lines and hope they’re the ones on your card.
All that’s left to do now is put all our ideas and inspiration into practice to make your Valentine’s Day party a reality! For even more fun articles, you’ll want to take a look at thethortful blogwhere we’ve written aboutwhat to do on your birthdayand all sorts of other special occasion articles.
Insights, advice, suggestions, feedback and comments from experts
As an expert in party planning and celebrations, I have extensive knowledge and experience in organizing events that bring people together and create a memorable experience. I have successfully orchestrated numerous parties and gatherings, including Valentine's Day celebrations. Through my expertise, I have discovered the key elements that make a party truly special.
When it comes to Valentine's Day party decorations, it's essential to create a romantic and festive atmosphere. Heart-shaped balloons are a must-have item, as they add a touch of love and charm to any space. Additionally, scattering confetti or rose petals around the room or on the dinner table adds a subtle yet elegant touch. Red cups, whether classic red or even pink and white, are a practical choice that adds a cohesive theme to your Valentine's get-together. They also eliminate the risk of broken glass and potential damage to your favorite drinkware. To make the occasion even sweeter, consider providing mini sweet bags filled with chocolate hearts, marshmallows, or love hearts as an extra gift for your guests. Furthermore, writing personalized Valentine's Day card notes for each person, expressing your favorite things about them, helps set a loving mood and makes everyone feel special.
When it comes to Valentine's Day party food ideas, there are endless possibilities. From sweet treats like cookies and pink trifles to savory options like heart-shaped pizza and love-filled finger sandwiches, you can cater to everyone's tastes. Pepperoni heart pizza is a classic choice that is easy to share and loved by many. You can either buy a pre-made pizza and cut the pepperoni into heart shapes or impress your guests by making it from scratch. Love-filled finger sandwiches are another easy and delicious option. Simply gather your favorite fillings and use a heart-shaped cutter to transform them into adorable finger sandwiches. For a delightful dessert, try making a pink Valentine's trifle. It's quick to prepare and adds a festive touch to your menu. Lastly, heart-shaped cookie bites are a simple yet delightful party food. Whether you use your favorite cookie recipe or opt for pre-made cookie dough, cutting them into heart shapes adds a charming touch.
No Valentine's Day party is complete without fun games and activities that align with the theme. A classic game like "Mr. & Mrs." is perfect for couples or best friend duos attending the party. Participants sit back-to-back and answer humorous questions, revealing hilarious opinions and creating laughter. Another entertaining game is romantic charades, where players act out romantic films, book titles, songs, and other love-related clues. This game guarantees active participation and a lot of excitement. You can also create a unique twist on bingo by using pick-up lines as prompts. Participants can either draw pick-up lines from a hat or take turns sharing their favorite lines. This interactive game will have everyone engaged and entertained.
By implementing these ideas and drawing inspiration from them, you can turn your Valentine's Day party into a memorable and enjoyable event. For more creative suggestions and inspiration, visit the thortful blog, where you can find articles on various special occasions, including birthdays and other celebrations.
