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4 Ways California Girls Can Celebrate Galentine’s Day

We ❤️ these February special events!

Rooftop Cinema Club

Downtown Los Angeles

Fireside Films at Rooftop Cinema Club are back for the month of February, the perfect event to kick back, share some popcorn and enjoy a favorite film with you gal pal. Hosted on a rooftop overlooking the downtown LA cityscape, these evening screenings feature a bar and lounge, plenty of food and snacks, seating and headsets for watching the movie. February showings include Legally Blonde, Wicked, Twilight, Pretty Woman, Dirty Dancing and more.   

SF Beer Week

Bay Area

This weeklong celebration of all things hops brings Bay Area brewers and their fans together to sample their latest creations. Gather some of friends at one the participating breweries for tastings, pairings, breadmaking classes, beer garden gatherings and other special events. On February 22, the first ever SF Beer Week Fest will gather members of the Bay Area Brewers Guild on the roof at Salesforce Park.

Galentine’s Tea

Westgate Hotel, San Diego

Pinkies up to toast friendship at a Galentine’s Tea. On select dates throughout February, guests at the Westgate can enjoy a three-course afternoon tea including delicious premium teas, sweet pastries and seasonal desserts accompanied by elegant live music from a harpist.

Galentine’s Spa Getaway

Miraval Life in Balance Spa Aviara, Carlsbad 

Gather up to 10 of your closest friends for a private after-hours experience, designed to elevate self-care and create unforgettable memories. The package includes two hours of private group access to Miraval Life in Balance Spa Aviara, two bottles of champagne, a charcuterie board, mini massages, hand treatments, DIY self-care take home products and personalized Miraval Intention Bracelet to take home.

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