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See a Burlesque Show

Whether you’re having a Galentine’s Day-style girls’ night this year or looking to set the mood for an intimate evening with a romantic partner, nothing screams V-Day vibes like a sexy little striptease.

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Go on a Double Date

Adding another couple to the mix is a great way to take some of the pressure off the whole V-Day Dinner Date thing and share the love with some of your fave friends. A win-win!

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See a Comedy Show

Celebrating love doesn’t have to be all capital-R Romance complete with candlelit dinners and gazing deep into each other’s eyes or whatever. If you and your V-Day date prefer to keep it chill and have a laugh, then get thee to a standup show where I can guarantee a comedian will be only too happy to have a couple to call out in their set.

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Go to a Sex Party

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Go on a Scenic Bike Ride

Grab your bikes (or rent a pair for the afternoon) and map out a scenic route to ride along. Pick a beautiful spot to end near at dusk and then watch the sunset together. Bonus points: Pack a blanket to lie down on while you munch on a picnic, snacks, or sip on some drinks.

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Make Pottery Together

Either buy an at-home sculpting kit or book an appointment at your favorite place to play on the pottery wheel and make special ceramics together. Creating a piece that you can keep forever is a great way to commemorate the holiday—and have fun doing it! (Plus, there's just something kinda ~hot~ about working with your hands.)

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Browse Bookshelves

For the bookworms out there, here's an idea: Go to your favorite bookstore together (or head to the library to make this #free) and each of you can pick out a book that you think the other will enjoy. Make this extra special by writing a sweet Valentine's Day inscription or tucking a note inside.

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Watch Valentine's Day-Themed TV Episodes

If you're committed to doing something a lil' more chill, grab some popcorn and queue up the Valentine's Day-themed episodes of all your favorite TV shows. Pro tip: Keep things interesting by incorporating a mix of humor and drama. (Like the blood drive episode of The Office followed by a tense day at the vineyard with Gilmore Girls.)

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Shop for Sex Toys Together

For a ~spicier~ approach to this Valentine's Day, why not head to a sex shop together and pick out something new? Whether it's a vibrator that you've never tried before, a new lube, or a costume for role play, going together helps you build up anticipation for an intimate time later in the night.

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Re-Create Your First Date

Bring it back to where it all began! Head to wherever you went on your first date (or simply re-create the ~vibe~ if you’ve since moved away) and reminisce about how far you’ve come since that first night full of sweaty palms and jittery small talk.

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Go to the Movies

I know it might seem basic, but dinner and a movie is a classic for a reason. Besides, when was the last time you actually got off the couch to see something in theaters? Try hitting up one of those bougie places that serve alcohol and fancy snacks to make the experience seem even more elevated.

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Take a Sex Workshop Together

Learn a few new sex moves or discover a kink on the day dedicated to doing the dirty. There are courses for pretty much every type of sex or interest. Plus, you can find classes in person or online depending on how ~hands-on~ you want the instruction to be.

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Hit Up a Comedy Show

Humor is one of the sexiest qualities in a person, so what better way to celebrate your love than laughing together all night? Hit up a stand-up or improv show to get those giggle-induced endorphins flowing.

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Have a Karaoke Night

There are just about a zillion love songs out there, so make your celebration musical by going to a bar where you can serenade your partner in the presence of drunk strangers. If you’d rather sing privately, you could always buy some karaoke mics on Amazon to belt it out at home. Either way, cheesy duets are highly encouraged.

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Walk Dogs at an Animal Shelter

Is this a secret ploy to get you to leave with a furry new BFF? Maybe. But even if you don’t adopt, giving some sweet doggos a bit of affection and attention will make you feel all the puppy love.

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Volunteer Together

If your heart (or self-control) can’t handle playing with adoptable pups, there are plenty of other volunteer opportunities to consider. Whether it’s building houses, serving food at a soup kitchen, or picking up trash on the side of the road, nothing is better than giving back to your community. (Plus, you know how hot it is to see your partner get their hero cape on and do some good.)

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Have an At-Home Spa Night With DIY Face Masks

Create your own mini spa experience at home by mixing up a double batch of DIY face masks. Will it feel kind of goofy slathering this on your partner’s face? Yes, but that’s basically the point. Plus, you’ll both have soft, glowy skin afterward. Win-win.

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Go to a Botanical Garden

You probably don’t think winter is a great time to visit your city or town’s botanical gardens, but you might be surprised. Many botanical garden centers offer activities like lightscapes, art installations, and winter-specific tours. Plus, it’s probably way less crowded in February than it will be in spring.

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Treat Yourself to a Staycation

Play tourist in your own city/town by getting a hotel room for Valentine’s Day. You can order room service, watch movies, play games, have hotel sex—you get the idea. This idea is a bit pricier, but you can always check sites like Groupon or HotelTonight to see if you can snag a discounted rate.

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Enjoy Some Romantic Stargazing

Is there anything more romantic than looking at the stars together? Pack blankets and a thermos of hot cocoa so you stay nice and toasty.

Rachel Varina is a full-time freelance writer covering everything from the best vibrators (the Lelo Sona) to the best TV shows (The Vampire Diaries). She has over 10 years of editorial experience with bylines at Women's Health, Elite Daily, Betches, and more. She lives in Tampa, Florida, but did not feed her husband to tigers. When she's not testing out new sex toys (100+ and counting so far!), she's likely chilling with her dogs or eating buffalo chicken dip. Ideally at the same time. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter. 

Kayla Kibbe (she/her) is the Associate Sex and Relationships Editor at Cosmopolitan US, where she covers all things sex, love, dating and relationships. She lives in Astoria, Queens and probably won’t stop talking about how great it is if you bring it up. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram. 

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