Valentine's Day party ideas: Setup, sips, snacks and more | Hallmark Ideas & Inspiration (2024)

Let’s talk table settings first. After all, that’s what’s going to make the biggest visual impression at any party.

For Valentine’s Day, it’s all about pink and red. Our Color Pop party supply kits bring these colors in a big way. Bright pink plates shaped like hearts and edged with gold foil. Or red and pink plates paired with matching cutlery and cups. Or both!

Adding some subtler hues to this color palette—like a soft purple or a little gold—elevates the look. We used lavender-colored candlesticks and bottles, as well as some gold and white serving dishes to pretty up the table.

If you’ve got it, or you’re in the mood to go thrifting, include a few fun pieces of vintage glassware. The scalloped edges and interesting shadows add softness and sophistication the overall look.

Tip: Instead of scattering confetti around the table, use everyone’s favorite childhood Valentine’s Day candy—conversation hearts!

These Valentine’s Day party ideas can take your celebration so many different directions. If you’ve decided you’re celebrating Galentine’s/Palentine’s Day, or throwing a singles mixer, then a few gorgeous co*cktails are definitely in order.

Get the details on exactly how to make our Cherry Vodka Sour co*cktail here. And don’t let the egg white freak you out—it’s the key to creating the pretty pink foam on top.

Some other fun Valentine’s Day drink ideas include:

• Rosé Slushies: Your fave blush wine plussed up with raspberries, lemon juice, simple syrup and of course, ice. Can you say “yum”?
• Lemon Kiss Limoncello co*cktails: Tart, sweet and bubbly, this co*cktail calls for just two ingredients (minus the garnish, which you can find the recipe for here).
• Champagne-Sorbet co*cktail: This one’s easy—grab any flavor of sorbet (something pink, perhaps?) and add champagne. Done.
• Hot Cocoa. Make the sweet and smooth original, or create an adult version by adding raspberry, coffee or sweet cream liqueur.

We can’t resist cute food. Or chocolate. Luckily, both are perfectly at home in a list of Valentine’s Day party ideas.

We love how easily these Cherry Chocolate Cake Truffles were turned into adorable cherry pairs using just a few craft supplies.

Looking for more sweet food ideas?There’s no such thing as too much chocolate—especially on Valentine’s Day. You can find all of our chocolate dessert ideas here. From spicy brownies to lava cakes, there’s lots to love.

People say “matchy-matchy” like it’s a bad thing. But when it comes to parties, giving gifts and cards that match your theme just make it feel that much more pulled together. It creates an immersive experience that shows just how much care and thought you put into it!

So, red cherry gift bags? Go for it. Adorable little plush cherries or conversation heart buddies? Um, definitely. And don’t forget to pair them with a card that lets them know just how much they’re loved all year long.

Make giving cards part of the fun with these ideas:

• Write your guest’s names on the envelopes of mini cards and use them as place cards.

• Create a mini card banner like this one. Write an affirmation in each one and have guests choose one at random.

• Hide cards with different names on the envelopes around the room. Send guests on a scavenger hunt to find theirs.

A party without good conversation can be downright dull. That’s why we created these free printable conversation cards. Just download, print on card stock and pass them around or have people choose one at random.

Each question is relationship or self-love based, helping your friend or special someone voice their thoughts or feelings on a certain topic. A few examples:

• Take turns sharing the story of how you fell in love. Details are a must! <3
• Something I wish you’d appreciate more about yourself is _______.
• What am I most proud of myself for?

Spontaneous hugs, choruses of “awwww,” and a few teary eyes are a possibility. You’ve been warned.

We hope these Valentine’s Day party ideas have you all atwitter about hosting your own soiree for the sweethearts in your life. If you try any of them, we’d love to see! Share your own event with us on social media by tagging @hallmark.

Want more ideas for Valentine’s Day? We’ve got them here:

• Have a coloring party with these free Valentine’s Day coloring pages.
• Make Valentine’s Day care packages for people who can’t make it to the party.
• Do family-style fun on Valentine’s Day with these sweet ideas.
• Make fun DIY Valentine Boxes for the kids…or a coworker party