Love begins with you: 150+ Valentine’s Day ideas for sharing a little extra love

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Need some Valentine’s Day ideas for sharing the love with special people in your life? We’ve got you.

Whether you’re looking for sweet ideas for significant others, family, friends, kids or others, we’ve rounded up our best, most thoughtful gestures that are sure to make them say “awww.”

From easy-peasy to extra thoughtful, DIY to grab-and-give, you’ll find the perfect Valentine’s Day ideas for everyone on your list. And with all your Valentine’s Day giving, we bet you’ll be feeling the love, too.

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Ideas for significant others  

Chocolate and flowers have their appeal, but a little creativity can really show how much you care. We’ll help you plan something special for your Valentine whether you want to create a romantic experience, special together time at home, or a stronger connection with your long-distance love. We’ve got ideas for cards and gifts, and we’ve even got inexpensive ideas if you’re on a budget.

Romantic

Admit it—it’s pretty fun to be mushy sometimes. Lean into the lovey-dovey vibes of Valentine’s Day and sweep your sweetheart off their feet.

  • Let him know just how often you’re thinking about him with this “I Love Us” book of tear-and-share coupons. You could make it a Valentine’s scavenger hunt!
  • Plan a romantic getaway.
  • Get them a sweet plushie. There’s no such thing as “too old” for stuffies.
  • Adopt a plant or a pet together.
  • Make their favorite meal and set the table with special drinkware or decor. (These pop-up cards make fun centerpieces!)
  • Leave little love notes in random places that they will find throughout the day.
  • Send flowers with a thoughtful note to their workplace.
  • Make a photo book about your love story.

 

Inexpensive

J. Lo said it best when she said “love don’t cost a thing.” These Valentine’s Day ideas can make a big impact with a small budget.

  • In your best handwriting, write down 50 things you love about your partner and then frame it.
  • Use printable conversation cards to learn more about each other.
  • Write a love letter.
  • Write a message of love on a steamy bathroom mirror, and the next time your loved one showers, they’ll see it!
  • Make a coupon book of loving gestures: “good for a massage,” “good for a big hug,” “good for a thoughtful and unusual compliment.”
  • Pick flowers from a garden (with permission) or in the wild.
  • Make a bouquet of herbs or pretty fruits and veggies in Valentine’s colors.
  • Make a small, hand-knitted plushie.
  • Gift them a jar of date night ideas you can pull from all year long.
  • Get them a new journal inscribed with a love message from you.

 

At home

You can stay comfy and cozy with your main squeeze and still make Valentine’s Day a special occasion. With some simple changes to your usual routine, you’ll both feel loved and appreciated.

  • Do the chores they usually do.
  • Create a scavenger hunt for them to find their gifts.
  • Have an at-home spa day: bubble bath, mani/pedis, face masks, plush robes!
  • Stargazing in the backyard while sipping your favorite beverages.
  • Movie night. Find plenty of romantic options on Hallmark+ when you get them a gift subscription!
  • Cook a favorite dinner together. Light candles and play a romantic playlist while you eat. Follow Hallmark and Hallmark Channel on Spotify for curated faves.
  • Smooch at least once per hour for the entire day. (If your schedule doesn’t allow that, make up for it with prolonged smooching sessions.)

Long distance

No distance is too far to show how much you care. These Valentine’s Day ideas will help you and your love feel closer until you can be together.

  • Watch a movie while on a video call together.
  • Send them a scarf or small clothing item spritzed with your perfume/cologne.
  • Eat the same meal (make it easy with takeout) while on a video call.
  • Send a Hallmark + Venmo Card with a list of sweet and silly suggestions for purchases.
  • Send a love letter in the mail!

 

Food and drinks

Make Valentine’s Day a sweet holiday for hearts and bellies. You can surprise them with premade goodies or make them together!

 

Card ideas

Saying how you feel isn’t always easy. That’s why we’re here to help with writing tips and card recommendations.

 

Gift ideas 

Give your Valentine a token of your love and appreciation. It doesn’t have to be extravagant to be meaningful.

Ideas for kids of all ages  

The kids in your life deserve some extra sweetness for Valentine’s Day, whether they’re too young for school or too-cool young adults. Make their day with ideas for treats, gifts, crafts and more.

Babies and toddlers

Show some big love to the littles in your life. They may not know it’s Valentine’s Day but they’ll feel how much you care.

 

Elementary

This is the age of Valentine’s Day parties, decorating Valentine’s Day boxes and sharing treats with friends. Enjoy the festivities together with these ideas.

 

High School

Teens will probably turn down making Valentine’s Day boxes with you, but they still need some love. These ideas are the least likely to get an eye roll. (Though that’s not a guarantee.)

  • Give them a Venmo card and write a special message inside.
  • Take them to a thrift store with a budget of $20 and see what they find!
  • Get them a coffee gift card or make a coffee shop date with them.
  • Sweet and silly socks. (Trust us—the more absurd, the better.)
  • Their favorite. And lots of it.
  • Give to their favorite charity. Lots of kids have causes these days, too!
  • A nice candle to cover up the smell that emanates from their room…which you’re pretty sure comes from a half-eaten grilled cheese sandwich under their bed.
  • Make a playlist of songs by artists they love to show you pay attention to the things they like. And maybe throw in a few surprises. 😉

 

College

College students short on time and spending money will appreciate being treated to some Valentine’s Day fun and thoughtfulness.

  • Create a photo cube with pics of family and friends they’re missing.
  • Send a care package with a mix of candy and healthier snacks.
  • Send a funny or sweet Valentine’s Day card with a gift card enclosed.  Or a Gift Card Greeting to one of their favorite stores or restaurants!
  • Give them a Venmo card and write a special message inside.
  • Some Valentine’s Day socks. All their other socks are probably lost in the dorm’s laundry room purgatory.
  • Create a playlist of songs by artists they love and pair it with a gift card to buy a new album or two.

 

Classroom/school parties

If you’re a teacher, here are some ideas to bring extra festivity to your child’s Valentine’s Day party with crafts, treat bags and more fun party ideas.

 

Kids’ friends

Help your kiddo(s) show their pals some appreciation and affection on Valentine’s Day with these simple gift ideas.

 

Inexpensive

Keep it simple and budget-friendly this Valentine’s Day with our inexpensive Valentine’s Day ideas.

  • Print these free coloring pages.
  • Arrange a coffee meetup with older kids.
  • Send them some fun, lovey memes.
  • Create a video compilation of your favorite memories.
  • Make them a friendship bracelet!

 

Gift ideas

Give the kids something cute and cuddly, sweet and thoughtful, or silly and funny. Like:

Ideas for friends  

Your bestie

There’s nobody quite like your BFF. Show big appreciation for someone so special with together time or a gift picked just for them.

 

Faraway friends

Absence certainly makes the heart grow fonder for friends. Let them know you’re thinking about them even when you can’t be together.

  • A call or voicemail just to tell them you love them.
  • Have a virtual movie night and watch the same thing at the same time.
  • Make the same recipe on a video call together. Bonus points if it’s outside of both your comfort zones and you get to help each other out!
  • Send them a meal or a special treat you know they like.
  • Get them a friendship-themed book, and include an inscription that gives them warm and fuzzies.
  • Make them a personalized card with special photos of you two.
  • Write a memorable quote about friendship inside a Valentine’s Day card they can keep.

 

All the single ladies

Why leave all the Valentine’s Day fun to the lovebirds? Sing the praises of your single friends and let them know how amazing they are with these activity and gift ideas.

  • Throw a fabulous Valentine’s Day party complete with food, drinks and little gifts.
  • Make a playlist of awesome, empowering songs by women.
  • If you’re both single, go on a “friend date” and make the day your own!
  • Share a single life empowerment book that you like so you can discuss.
  • Anything comforting and cozy is a great gift idea—fun socks, a cozy robe, pajama pants, a hoodie, etc.
  • Take a girls’ trip or plan one for the future. Dream big!
  • Fill a cosmetic bag with fun things like lip balm, nail polish, and your favorite friendship quotes.
  • Have a karaoke night and do a dramatic/semi-sarcastic singalong of songs about loneliness (“All byyyy myyyyself…”). 😂

 

Friends struggling with Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day can be especially tough if your friend has suffered the loss of a relationship or loss of a beloved partner. Be there for them in a way that acknowledges their unique circumstances.

  • Send them a card and write a meaningful quote about grief
  • Surprise them with a bouquet of flowers or something else they love, like a book bouquet.
  • Take them out for a day of distraction: spa day, mini golf, crafting, shopping, etc.
  • Make them a meal or have food delivered.

 

Gifts for each zodiac sign 

If you or your friends are into astrology, give them the perfect Valentine’s Day gift based on their sign.

  • Aries: A statement piece of clothing or jewelry to help them stand out.
  • Taurus: Their favorite foods (make these sweet Val Day treats yourself!).
  • Gemini: A travel journal to document all their adventures.
  • Cancer: Fuzzy socks to warm their feet AND their heart.
  • Leo: A cool item related to something personal they love (think vinyl records, posters or Keepsake Ornaments).
  • Virgo: This adorable Disney perpetual calendar to keep them on track
  • Libra: This recordable heart plush with a message about what you love about them.
  • Scorpio: The “All the Feels” prompted journal—perfect for releasing all those intense emotions.
  • Sagittarius: This adventure photo album to hold on to exciting memories.
  • Capricorn: An adorable Peanuts® Snoopy plush for when they need to relax a little.
  • Aquarius: This art doodle book to keep them feeling inspired.
  • Pisces: This gorgeous Disney mug to help them daydream while sippin’ a warm drink.

Ideas for family  

Make sure the fam doesn’t get left out of the love-fest. Sweet gestures are always a good idea for the ones who are there through it all.

Parents 

Moms and dads do so much. Valentine’s Day is a great time to shine the love light on them. Get lots of (200+) gift ideas for moms, dads and everyone else on your list here. These are just some of our faves for parents:

 

Siblings 

Now that you’re grown and not fighting in the backseat, show some appreciation for your sibs. After all, they’re a lot cooler than they seemed when you were both going through some bratty phases.

  • A puzzle that reflects their hobbies or favorite things.
  • A craft kit! Especially if they’ve been saying they need a new hobby.
  • A video game you can play together.
  • A new pair of headphones. You honestly can’t have too many.
  • A Hallmark+ gift subscription to watch their favorite rom-coms, mysteries and more.
  • Nostalgic gifts that bring back a shared memory.
  • Nice skincare or spa products.
  • Concert tickets for a band you both like.
  • Mani/pedi (and bonus points if you go together).

 

Grandparents

Ain’t love grand between grandparents and grandkids? Sure is! Let them know and enlist the kiddos to do it.

Ideas for coworkers  

Shower your favorite co-workers with HR-approved love. Cuz nothing makes a job better than awesome colleagues.

  • A safe-for-work Valentine’s Day card and a message that thanks them for making the workday brighter.
  • A silly/fun mug for their favorite pick-me-up beverage. Here are some fun ways to plus it up!
  • Trinket dish for office supplies or a catch-all spot for their lip balm, keys, badge, etc.
  • Gift card to their favorite workday lunch spot.
  • Make them a playlist of songs to listen to while they work.
  • Nerd out and use their favorite software (spreadsheet, slide presentation, etc.) to send them a Heart Day wish. 🤓

Ideas for other special people  

All through the year, life is made easier and better by people who do a great job at what they do. Whether it’s styling your hair, cleaning your house, delivering mail, making coffee, caring for loved ones, or some other essential role, these folks deserve a big ol’ thank you. Let them know they have a special place in your heart.

 

All your Valentines are lucky to have such a thoughtful person in their life. We hope you feel inspired by these Valentine’s Day ideas to fill hearts with lots of love…including your own.