Valentine’s Day is a whole day dedicated to love! Whether you’re paired up with a significant other or your best friends are your dates, take this month to celebrate all of those relationships nearest and dearest to you.

Thankfully, there are lots of ways to celebrate your favorite people in February. Patten Title has scoured Texas to find ways that you can rock out Galentine’s Day or elevate your Bromance with your buds. We’ve discovered the state’s best events and stay-at-home ideas to make memories with your pals.

Making the Most of This Galentine’s

Galentine’s Day was invented by the writers of TV’s “Parks and Recreation,” but finding a reason to celebrate with your favorite girlfriends is a long-standing tradition. You can stick to the script and celebrate on Feb. 13, or make your own rules about when you want to enjoy time together. These ideas make sure it’s a memory worthy of your best friends.

DIY a Fancy Dinner

Schedule a February Cooking Class from Cozy Meal at one of their locations near Houston or Austin. Classes run for about three hours, and in addition to a great meal, you can learn new skills to upgrade your meals at home.

Party for Charity

Dec My Room near Houston is a non-profit that creates in-hospital healing spaces for long-term pediatric patients. You and your best friends can help this cause with a day that includes VIP shopping and a luncheon at Federal American Grill on Feb. 9.

Plan Your Own Party

What better way to show off your home than a Galentine’s Day party? Fine-tune the details of hosting your own sip-and-paint night, creating a movie night with props and quizzes, or even set up a themed potluck.

BFF Bowling

Scout out local lanes in Austin and Houston that have a full-service bar, a menu beyond fries and pizza, and music to rock the night.

Create Gift Boxes or Baskets

Personalize a Galentine’s Day gift box or basket by filling it with items unique to your best friends. Consider slippers in their favorite colors, candy, a journal, or even a gift card to enjoy a spa day together.

Take Karaoke Night Out

Is your crowd more adventurous? Grab the mic at a local Karaoke Bar in Austin or Houston. Plan ahead and check out your favorite bar’s schedule for specialty drink nights or see if they require reservations.

Catch a Movie and Brunch

Bring your appetite to Galentine’s Day Brunch and Movie at Old 290 Restaurant at the Carter Creek Winery and Spa in Johnson City. Enjoy the Audrey Hepburn classic, “Breakfast at Tiffany’s,” while sipping bottomless mimosas and building your own crepes.

Find Inspiration at a Pop-Up-Market

Support local women-owned businesses at the Galentines Day Pop-Up Market at Black Page Brewing Company in Houston. General admission is free, but you can splurge for VIP tickets for $20, so you’re guaranteed to come home with some swag. (If you’re not in Houston, find women-owned businesses in your area and create a day out.)

Treat Yourself To-Go

A fancy dinner for two isn’t reserved for couples. Aba, near Austin, is offering a special Galentine’s to-go package with Whipped Feta, Ahi Tuna, Grilled Chicken Kebab and Chocolate Chocolate Cake. You can order for pickup and celebrations Feb. 11-14.

Dance the Night Away

Make your Galentine’s outings a monthly event. For example, Sable Gate Winery in Houston holds a Bachata Social every Tuesday, or search your area for other opportunities that your friends would enjoy.

Chilling Out With Your Best Bros to Celebrate the Season

Don’t let the word “Bromance” throw you off. Like “Galentine’s Day,” a Bromance is a strictly platonic relationship with a pal who is always there for you (and you for him). These friendships are important, so don’t let too much time pass without saying, “thank you for being a friend.”

Host a Barbecue

Beer + BBQ is the Bromance of the culinary world, and thankfully, Texas has the best of both. If you’re originally from out of town, now’s the time to learn about Texas’ unique style of grilled and smoked meats.

Have a Laugh

If you and your friends are into comedy, you’re in luck. Adam Sandler will be live in Houston on Feb. 13 and in Austin on Feb. 14. You can also check out your area for open mic nights to see local talent.

Take a Fishing Trip

Enjoy the Texas coast or one of our beautiful lakes fishing together. Use Patten Title’s Hunting & Fishing guide to know your catch limits and when the fish are biting.

Plan a Night of Whiskey and Cigars

Enjoy a glass or two at a whiskey bar in Austin or Houston to find your new favorite ryes, bourbons, and scotches. If you want to make it a more layered evening, finish the night off at a cigar bar. Cigar World names The Cigar Vault a must-see in Austin.

Take a Class

Take a class in axe throwing, improve your grilling skills, or learn martial arts. Spots like The Brewtorium in Austin or Class Axe in Houston offer group rates and leagues.

Race Your Crew

At the Circuit of the Americas, karting is a year-round event. Your crew can also enjoy NASCAR, Formula 1 and Indycar events or schedule an on-track driving experience.

Enjoy Live Music

The live music scene in Texas is second to none. Austin brands itself as the Live Music Capital of the World, and Houston music venues have launched many well-known careers. The possibilities are endless.

Spend a Weekend in the Woods

Texas State Parks are some of the best in the nation, and no matter which city you call home, there’s one for you to explore.

Explore Local Breweries

You can find old favorites or new brews at a local brewery. Plan a trip to hit all of the best breweries in Texas, or check out the best Brew Bashes in the state.

Host Game Night

Whether you and your crew play video games or like to rate the latest board games, host a night to come together.

For those celebrating Valentine’s Day…

There are plenty of gift options for those special Valentine’s Day presents. In case you are in need of some last-minute inspiration, use the Patten Title Valentine’s Day gift guide for gift ideas, with links included for easy buying!