5 ways to celebrate Galentine’s Day with your gal pals (2024)

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1. Afternoon tea at Asia Society Hong Kong

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Above Blissful Nourishment Afternoon Tea at Ammo (Photo: courtesy of Asia Society Hong Kong)

For a day’s outing with your girlfriends that involve delicious treats and immersing yourself in culture, head to Asia Society Hong Kong, where you can catch an art exhibition showcasing the works of Chinese oil painter Pang Jiun, before settling down to enjoy the Blissful Nourishment Afternoon Tea at Ammo, a fine-dining restaurant nestled within Asia’s Society’s lush and beautiful premises.

The tea set comes with not only a selection of sweet and savoury treats—think grapefruit panna cotta and tea-smoked duck breast—but it’s also served with a side of beauty products. Each guest who order the afternoon tea set will receive a complimentary gift set consisting of a toner, serum, cleanser and more by Pretti5, a Hong Kong-based beauty brand inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Dates: until February 29; Address: Asia Society Hong Kong, 9 Justice Drive, Admiralty, Hong Kong

2. Raceday at Happy Valley

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Above Celebrate Galentine’s Day by watching a heart-pounding horse race (Photo: Instagram / @sweetcil)

As Galentine’s Day—and Valentine’s Day—coincides with Lunar New Year celebrations this year, you can take advantage of this and head to The Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Happy Valley racecourse, which will be decked with colourful cherry blossom displays, red lanterns and neon lights during race evenings in February. With the club’s Blossom Nights during its evening races at Happy Valley, there’s plenty of entertainment all round, from lion dances to games. Not to mention cute group selfie opportunities.

Dates: February 7, 15 and 21; Address: Wong Nai Chung Road, Happy Valley

3. Flower arrangement and soy wax candle workshop

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Hong Kong-based home décor and fragrance brand The Blomstre is hosting a flower arrangement and soy wax candle-making workshop to celebrate Galentine’s Day. The founders will teach you how to blend fragrances to create your own unique soy wax candles. You can customise the candles further by adding healing crystals and mica powder for a galactic effect.

Dates: February 3 and 4, 10 to 13, 17 and 18; Address: 17/F, Suite 1702, Wellborne Commercial Centre, 8 Java Road, North Point

4. Spa day for two at The Oriental Spa

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Above Spa package at The Landmark Mandarin Oriental (Photo: courtesy of The Landmark Mandarin Oriental)

The Oriental Spa at The Landmark Mandarin Oriental is offering a spa package, which includes a 90-minute Oriental Essence Massage for two, followed by a 60-minute Time ReverCell Facial Treatment also for two. Both treatments will take place inside the spa’s sanctuary suite, after which guests can spend quality time in the private jacuzzi pool inside the suite, while enjoying treats served by Spa Café and two glasses of non-alcoholic champagne by Amber. That’s not all, you’ll also get one skincare product from Swiss brand Dr Levy and a personalised engraved bracelet from Hong Kong brand Niin Jewelry.

Dates: until February 29; Address: 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central

5. Movie night, but make it fancy

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Above Gourmet snacks, decadent ambience and movie marathon make for a perfect combo to celebrate Galentine’s Day (Photo: Getty Images)

How about a movie night at home with your BFF? But upgrade it with luxurious touches like gourmet bites, decadent candles and home diffusers to create a truly indulgent ambience.

Luxury fragrance brand Diptyque has launched a limited-edition Valentine’s Day candle set comprising two candles: Baies and Roses, whose floral notes and playful design can work just as well for a Galentine’s Day girl’s night-in. Or you can turn to Lush’s Queen of Hearts Lush Melt, made from Fair Trade Organic cocoa butter, which can be put in an oil burner to send delicate notes of rose, violet and geranium throughout your home. Complement the aromatic experience with luxurious treats—think artisanal caviar tarts, champagne or a limited-edition gourmet tea from Tea WG—and a movie marathon of all your favourite films.

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Galentine's Day: Galentine's Day is a holiday celebrated on February 13th, the day before Valentine's Day. It originated from the American TV show Parks and Recreation, where the character Leslie Knope introduced it as a day for "ladies celebrating ladies" and honoring female friendships. It has since gained popularity as a day to appreciate and spend time with female friends.
Valentine's Day: Valentine's Day is a holiday celebrated on February 14th. It is traditionally associated with romantic love and is often marked by exchanging gifts, cards, and gestures of affection between romantic partners.
Hong Kong events: The article mentions several events happening in Hong Kong for Galentine's Day. These include:

a. Afternoon tea at Asia Society Hong Kong: Asia Society Hong Kong is hosting an art exhibition and offering a Blissful Nourishment Afternoon Tea at Ammo, a fine-dining restaurant within the premises. The tea set includes sweet and savory treats and comes with a side of beauty products from a Hong Kong-based brand called Pretti5.

b. Raceday at Happy Valley: The Hong Kong Jockey Club's Happy Valley racecourse is hosting Blossom Nights during its evening races in February. The racecourse will be decorated with cherry blossom displays, red lanterns, and neon lights, providing entertainment such as lion dances and games.

c. Flower arrangement and soy wax candle workshop: The Blomstre, a Hong Kong-based home décor and fragrance brand, is hosting a flower arrangement and soy wax candle-making workshop for Galentine's Day. Participants can learn how to blend fragrances and customize their candles with healing crystals and mica powder.

d. Spa day for two at The Oriental Spa: The Oriental Spa at The Landmark Mandarin Oriental is offering a spa package for two, including massages, facial treatments, and access to a private jacuzzi pool. The package also includes skincare products from a Swiss brand called Dr Levy and a personalized engraved bracelet from a Hong Kong brand called Niin Jewelry.

e. Movie night at home: The article suggests having a movie night at home with luxurious touches. It mentions using gourmet bites, decadent candles, and home diffusers to create an indulgent ambiance. It also suggests using limited-edition Valentine's Day candles from luxury fragrance brand Diptyque or a Lush Melt for a fragrant experience.

These are some ideas and events mentioned in the article for celebrating Galentine's Day in Hong Kong. Remember to check the specific dates, addresses, and availability of these events for the most accurate information.