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15 Valentine’s Day Games To Play With Your Partner Or A Group Of Friends

Valentine’s Day is coming up soon, and whether you’re a fan of the holiday or not, one thing is for sure: it’s the perfect excuse to throw a party. No party is complete without games, and luckily there are plenty to choose from when you’re planning your perfect Galentine’s or Valentine’s Day party in 2025. These games can be used in larger group settings, small get-togethers, with a partner, or on your own, and can be adapted for any age group. Whether you’re celebrating with your significant other, a group of friends, or solo, here are some Valentine’s Day games and activities you can enjoy this year.

Valentine’s Day Trivia

The origins of Valentine’s Day are super interesting, but not very well-known in popular culture. Set up a jeopardy, family feud, or Kahoot-style trivia game to test your party guests’ knowledge on the holiday. If you need trivia question inspiration, Woman’s Day listed 55 of the best V-Day fun facts.

Rom-Com Drinking Games

If you want to host a romantic comedy screening party, you can make your Valentine’s Day celebration even more fun with some rom-com drinking games. Here are just a few ideas to get you started.

Valentine’s Day “Pull A Tab” Game
@keshiaaa1

“Pull A Tab” was so fun! Here’s how I made it! ❤️💗❤️💗 #gamenight #valentinesdaygames #galentinesparty #galentinesparty

♬ Sunrise – Official Sound Studio

This “pull a tab” game has been popping off on TikTok and is guaranteed fun! You can customize it for any holiday or event and make it the perfect DIY game for your group of friends. You can even get prizes for someone who pulls the “good” tabs.

Valentine’s Day Bingo

Who didn’t love playing Valentine’s Day Bingo in elementary school? You can make your own Bingo cards or use pre-made printable versions in this classic game. Bonus points if you use candy hearts as your markers!

Valentine/Galentine Jeopardy
@dcannatelli

Replying to @Max because who wants to spend the time making it when it’s done for you ❤️ #galentines #valentines #jeopardy #jeopardytheme

♬ original sound – Deana Cannatelli

Yes, you can host your very own game of Jeopardy at your Valentine’s or Galentine’s party this February. You can use general Valentine’s Day trivia (see above) or make some questions that only you and your party attendees know the answers to. It’s always fun to do a “Who Said It?” category, IMHO.

Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt

If you’re hosting a larger party this Valentine’s Day, a scavenger hunt is the perfect way to keep your guests entertained. Split the group into small teams and see who can complete the scavenger hunt the quickest. You can create your own, or use a free pre-made game online. Don’t forget to plan for a prize at the end — or several along the way.

Valentine’s Day-Themed Jenga

If you have an old Jenga game lying around, Valentine’s Day is a great excuse to repurpose it. Write prompts on each Jenga piece, like “I love ___ about you” or “Tell me your best pickup line.” Depending on your audience, make the prompts as romantic as you’d like. Whenever a player pulls out a tile, they have to complete the prompt.

Valentine’s Day Mad Libs

Mad Libs has special Valentine’s Day-themed puzzles available for less than $5 on Amazon. These word games are fun to play solo, with one other person, or a whole group of people. You can also find free options online.

Valentine’s Day MASH

If you ever played MASH as a kid, Valentine’s Day is a great time to bring back an old favorite. Use a pre-made card online or create your own silly options with all of your celebrity crushes.

Valentine’s Day Word Puzzles

If you’re planning a quiet night in for Valentine’s Day, word puzzles are a great way to still enjoy the holiday spirit. Websites like My Party Games have dozens of word searches, crossword puzzles, quizzes, and more to enjoy solo or with a few friends.

Eat Your Heart Out

This game from Love to Know is sure to be a hit at any party. Bake mini cakes or cupcakes (or buy them at the store) and hide a candy heart at the bottom of the pan. Have guests try to eat their way to the candy heart as fast as they can, and add fun twists like telling them they can’t use their hands! Love to Know also suggests playing this game with spaghetti for a messier version.

Minute To Win It: Valentine’s Day Edition

Minute To Win It was a popular U.S. game show in the mid-2010s, where contestants would have 60 seconds to complete a task. Luckily, the game is easy to recreate at home, and you can add a special Valentine’s Day twist. Plan mini-games like these ones from Happiness is Homemade for your guests to compete in. The team that completes each game the quickest is the winner.

Famous Couples Memory Game

This Celebrity Couples Memory Game is a perfect themed game for a Valentine’s Day gathering. You can also make your own version of the game with your favorite celebrity couples, past or present.

Valentine’s Day Would You Rather

There are dozens of Valentine’s Day-themed would-you-rather questions online. Pick your favorites or make your own and use them as icebreakers for a Valentine’s Party or one-on-one with a date or friend.

Love Song Musical Chairs

If you’re hosting a large party, what better way to get everyone hyped up for Valentine’s Day than with musical chairs? Set up a playlist with your favorite love songs and get ready for the chaos that always comes with musical chairs.

These games are sure to liven up any Valentine’s Day event, from a big party to a quiet gathering. Enjoy!

This article was previously published on February 3, 2024.

Jordyn Stapleton has been a National Lifestyle Writer for Her Campus since February 2023. She covers a variety of topics in her articles, but is most passionate about writing about mental health and social justice issues. Jordyn graduated from CU Boulder in December 2022 with Bachelor’s degrees in music and psychology with a minor in gender studies and a certificate in public health. Jordyn was involved in Her Campus during college, serving as an Editorial Assistant and later Editor-in-Chief for the CU Boulder chapter. She has also worked as a freelance stringer for the Associated Press. Jordyn is currently working towards a Master of Public Health degree from the Colorado School of Public Health. Jordyn enjoys reading, bullet journaling, and listening to (preferably Taylor Swift) music in her free time. If she isn’t brainstorming her next article, you can usually find her exploring Colorado with her friends and silver lab puppy.