Your Ultimate Galentine’s Day Guide to Celebrating Friendship in Johannesburg

Valentine’s Day may belong to roses and candlelit dinners, but Galentine’s Day is where the real magic happens. It’s the one day you get to honour the friendships that carried you through every heartbreak, every chaotic group chat and every questionable life decision. This year, Joburg is overflowing with fun, thoughtful and fabulous ways to spoil your favourite person.

Whether your friendship thrives on creativity, chaos, calm or carbs, here’s your refreshed and reshuffled guide to planning the perfect Galentine’s Day in Johannesburg.

Start With A Little Chaos

Before the soft moments begin, kick off the day with a cathartic smashing session at the Rage Room in Bryanston. Perfect for besties who want to scream, laugh and break things without judgement. A 30 minute session for two costs R600 and includes bottles, windscreens and old electronics. It is surprisingly therapeutic to destroy the kind of household appliances that broke long before you did.

Brunch With Bubbles

After letting out all that energy, ease into the morning with brunch in Parkhurst. Modena Italian Eatery serves a breakfast buffet from 8 AM to 11 AM on weekends for R190 per adult. If bubbly at breakfast feels too bold, try their fresh orange juice with a shot of espresso for a flavourful kick. It is the ideal way to set the tone for a relaxed and indulgent day together.

Pretty In Pink

If you’re after an aesthetic moment, Goddess Cafe offers a dreamy pink decor that fits the romantic tone of Galentine’s perfectly. Expect a Valentine’s weekend special and endless photo opportunities. It is the kind of spot where your bestie will absolutely make you take multiple pictures before you even order.

Sip, Paint And Dress In Pink

Ava-Lee Artistry in Fourways is hosting a beginner friendly sip and paint that feels like a warm, creative escape. The dress code is pink, red or white and all supplies are provided. At R350 per person or R500 for two, this guided session comes with snacks and the chance to paint something meaningful together.

Create Something Meaningful

Friendship bracelets always hit the sentimental sweet spot. Artwave’s Art Cafe at 44 Stanley lets you order creative projects like a restaurant. For R300, you can make two charm bracelets that you’ll treasure for years. They also offer tote bag customising, ceramic painting and Wine and Create evenings for those who want to turn Galentine’s into a mini creative retreat.

A Tiny Rush Of Adrenaline

If tattoos feel too permanent, The Piercery offers 25 percent off for you and your bestie from Monday to Friday. Matching piercings strike a balance between fun and meaningful. Plus, the shared adrenaline rush becomes a memory that always makes you smile.

End With Sundowners

After a day of painting, smashing, crafting and bonding, end with sundowners at one of Joburg’s many standout cocktail bars. Whether you prefer rooftops, speakeasies or neighbourhood gems, a good drink is the perfect way to toast to the person who has seen you through every chapter of life.

Friendship carries us through so many versions of ourselves and deserves to be celebrated with intention. Galentine’s Day in Joburg is your chance to honour the people who show up for you all year and remind each other that love exists in many beautiful forms.

{Source: Joburg.com}

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