Galentine’s Day events happening in northern Illinois

Raise your wine glasses high! Galentine’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect day to celebrate with your favorite ladies.

This unofficial holiday, celebrated annually on Feb. 13, is a time for ladies to ditch the romance and celebrate the amazing women in their lives.

From wine tastings to themed dinners to crafting to shopping, northern Illinois is brimming with Galentine’s Day festivities in February. Grab your mom, sister, niece, aunt, and besties and get ready for a day of laughter, love, and unforgettable memories.

Eastside Cafe & Wine Bar – East Dundee

Galentine’s Day Sip & Shop is from 6 to 9 p.m. on Feb. 6. Enjoy shopping, food, and drinks with your best friends. Cocktails and small bites will be available, as will a variety of vendors. For more information, visit eastsidedundee.com.

Wyckwood House – Aurora

Wyckwood House Boutique + Bar in downtown Aurora is hosting a Galentine’s Day Soiree from 5 to 8 p.m. on Feb. 13 for an evening of fun, laughter, and shopping. Celebrate friendship and support local vendors, including 1819 Madera Designs, Button Up Accessories, Chanla Chau Cosmetics, and Artemisa, along with Galentine’s Day-inspired signature cocktails. Wyckwood House is located at 80 S. River St. in Aurora. For more information, visit wyckwoodhouse.com/events.

Quarry Cable Park – Crystal Lake

Celebrate Galentine’s Day for two nights in Crystal Lake. Enjoy two nights of dancing, cocktails, and light bites from 6 to 11 p.m. on Feb. 7 and 8 at Quarry Cable Park. Shop at a mini-market featuring clothing, jewelry, and skincare vendors. This event is for adults 21 and over. Tickets are $10, and only a limited number will be sold. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit thequarrycablepark.com/upcoming-events.

Tapville Social – Naperville

Tapville Social in downtown Naperville is hosting a Galentine’s Day Cocktails and Sweets Pairing from 7 to 8 p.m. on Feb. 11 and 13. Enjoy four cocktails paired with sweet treats from local businesses, including Kilwins, Molly’s Cupcakes, Cinnaholic, and Naperville Nuts & Sweets. Tickets are $45 and must be purchased in advance. For more information, visit tapvillesocial.com/naperville.

Petals by Peyton & Kea Roze Boutique – La Salle

Petals by Peyton is teaming up with Kea Roze Boutique to host the 3rd annual Galentine’s Day event. Six local vendors will be at Petals by Peyton, 552 1st St., La Salle, from 4 to 8 p.m. on Feb. 7 for an evening of love and friendship. Vendors include Essl Farms, with chocolates and candies; Sanctuary will serve themed mocktails; K Kandle will have the latest candle scents; Forever + a Day will have permanent jewelry; Emily Howell will offer ear piercing; and Pinch Mobile Med Spa will have mini beauty refresh options. Kea Roze Boutique will have new charms at the charm bar, and Petals by Peyton will have a create-your-own bouquet station. For more information, visit Petals by Peyton’s Facebook page.

Woodstock Opera House – Woodstock

Galentine’s Day Candles and Cocktails is from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Feb. 13. Guests will create their own candles with a signature scent with Seleta Scents. The candle and light snacks are included in the cost. A cash bar will be available. Tickets are $50 for Woodstock residents and $70 for nonresidents. The deadline to register is Feb. 8. Click here for more information and to register.

Camp Aramoni – Tonica

Camp Aramoni, a boutique campground just south of Starved Rock, is hosting two special Galentine’s Day events. The Paint ‘N Sip party is from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6. Guests will create a painting on a 16x20 canvas with Painting Parties by Lucy, while enjoying wine, charcuterie, crafts, and more. The tickets are $45 and include a drink ticket, charcuterie, and painting materials. Additional beverages may be purchased at the cash bar. Reservations are required.

Galentine’s Day Brunch at Camp Aramoni is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 9. The event will feature a brunch buffet and a cash bar with themed drinks, including the “Pretty in Pink” and the “Be My Galentine.” Bloody Marys, mimosas, and nonalcoholic drinks will also be available. Adults are $32 per person and kids 10 and under are $10. Reservations are required, and can be made by calling 815-224-7333. For more information, visit camparamoni.com/occasion/galentines-day-brunch.

Sterling - Rock Falls YMCA – Sterling

Grab your friends for a night of dancing at the YMCA. The Galentine’s Day party is from 6 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 7 during a WERQ dance fitness class. The cost is $5 for members and $10 for nonmembers. Enjoy the fun lighting, light snacks, and raffle prizes. For more information, visit srfymca.org.

Cantigny – Wheaton

It’s a Taylor Swift-inspired Galentine’s Day event at Cantigny Park. “Karma is my Boyfriend: A Galentine’s Day Affair” is from 6 to 10 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13. This event is for adults 21 and over. Enjoy a dinner and cocktails inspired by Swift’s eras, along with photo stations, Trivia by Go 4 It Entertainment, and more. Guests are encouraged to dress in their favorite Swift era. Tickets are $113 and include dinner, four drink tokens, trivia, and other activities. Reservations can be made by clicking here.

Gilted Edge Winery – Newark

Stop by for the Galentine’s Day at the Winery event from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 16. Bring your friends for an afternoon of Last Clasp Jewelry and wine. Glasses of wine will be 10% off. Gilted Edge is a small, family-owned winery located about six miles south of Yorkville, and specializes in bourbon barrel-aged wines. For more information, visit giltededgewinery.com.

Mocktails at the Museum – Romeoville

The Forest Preserve District of Will County will host a Galentine’s Day event from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13 at the Isle a la Cache Museum in Romeoville. This event is for guests age 18 and above. Guests will make different botanical-inspired mocktails, learn about their connections to the forest preserve, and explore the museum. Snacks will be provided. The cost is $5 per person, and reservations must be made by Feb. 9. For more information, visit reconnectwithnature.org/news-events/event-calendar/mocktails-at-the-museum-2025.

Sew Hop’d Brewery – Huntley

Enjoy drink specials and food trucks at this special Galentine’s Day event from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6. The event will feature small business vendors, including candles, jewelry, candy, clothing, lotions, scrubs, and more. Vendors include Kindly Made Goods, Lamb & Wren, Forget Me Knot Designs, She Doughs, Unwind Gracefully, and many more. For more information, visit sewhopd.com/events.

INLURO Gift Shop – Geneva

Create custom jewelry with Lakuna Links at Inluro in downtown Geneva. Make bracelets, anklets, necklaces, and rings that are uniquely sized to fit. Choose chain(s) and Lakuna’s expert linkers will cut, place, and weld the chosen design to perfection. Guests can also create a signature scent for a full-size candle and a mini-candle. Enjoy the mimosa bar throughout the evening from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13. For more information, visit inluro.com.

Blumen Gardens – Sycamore

Be My Gal Pal - A Galentine’s Day Workshop is from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13 and from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15. Guests will learn how to craft cocktails and create flower arrangements, while indulging in charcuterie and a grazing table filled with snacks. Tickets are $54. For more information, visit blumengardens.com.

American Legion – Joliet

A Galentine’s Day Pop-Up Shop will be at the American Legion from 2 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 16. This free event will host a variety of small businesses owned by local women, along with music, a cash bar, raffles, and more. For more information, visit the event’s Facebook page.

The Growing Place Garden Center – Aurora

A different twist for “holiday,” this Galentine’s Day Sips, Suds & Snacks event is from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13. Guests, who must be 21 or over, will learn the “melt and pour” soap-making process and make their own soaps, customizing them with fragrance and color. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Tickets are $40. For more information, visit thegrowingplace.com/event/galentines-day-sips-suds-snacks.