Grab your girls and gals, your closest pals, and get ready for a day of friendship and fun! Galentine's is one of the biggest days in the year to celebrate the important people in your life, so why not mark the occasion?
We've put together a great list of some of our favourite ways to spend time with our friends so sit back, relax and get ready to be inspired as we share some ideas for an unmatched celebration of friendship in Colchester.
Pack Your Tissues for a Rom-Com, or Try Something New Together
Tickets, please! Why not bring the dream team together and watch a show? Retrospective comedies, tribute acts and adult pantomimes are all on the line-up at Colchester's theatres this Galentine's Day weekend. Colchester also boasts a number of live music spots, so consider swinging into a bar to catch some performances instead.
Or, if you're a film buff, you might enjoy visiting one of our city centre cinemas. Firstsite, Odeon and Curzon are all located within walking distance of the High Street, and offer a fantastic selection of movies. Nothing 'screams' friendship like a horror movie, or perhaps you'll find a rom-com that takes your fancy instead.
See a film with your best friends at Curzon Cinema!
Amp Up the Sophistication with an Afternoon Tea
A wonderful British tradition, having afternoon tea is a must do for anyone visiting Colchester. Whether you're looking for a themed afternoon tea, something simple and low-key, or catering to a friend with dietary restrictions, you've got plenty of options to choose from.
For an upscale experience, why not visit Greyfriars? Whether you dine in the historic Cloisters or the Rose Room with its intricate glasswork, you can choose from a selection of elegant menus, featuring dishes made from local ingredients.
Alternatively, set in a sweet-pink yet classic, Victorian-inspired environment, you may enjoy Tea at the George. While the historic hotel is 500 years old, this elegant spot combines modernity and quirk to offer a unique gastronomical experience, with rotating seasonal menus.
Whatever you're looking for, visit our 'Cafes and Afternoon Tea' page for more information - this page also features information about spots that cater for dietary restrictions, including gluten free and plant-based diets.
Sample some delightful sweet treats this Galentine's.
Enjoy some Friendly Competition with Crafts and Games
Have you got someone in your friendship group who loves board games? Someone who's handy with a paintbrush? How about someone who loves bowling, karaoke, or axe-throwing? Why, we've even got Roman themed mini golf!
Nothing brings me and my friends together like a bit of friendly competition. Whether it's battling to paint the cutest pottery at Jean's Craft Room, belting your heart out to Whitney in No Name Bar's Karaoke Room, or trying to stop the downfall of civilisation at Doomsday Escape Games, we sure know how to have fun in Colchester. Be sure to visit our 'Things to Do' page for some extra information.
Credit: Tenpin Bowling
Bring Your Friends Together for a Bottomless Brunch
A tried-and-true classic, nothing brings the gals and pals together quite like a Bottomless Brunch - and in Colchester, there are plenty of spots to choose from!
From Pizza at Cuckoo Dough to Vietnamese cuisine at Bambu, barbeque classics at Three Wise Monkeys to curried stews at Turtle Bay, there really is an option for everyone. Not only will you be able to enjoy some tasty food, but you'll also be able to enjoy some tasty beverages too - but this activity is best enjoyed by over-18s! If you are travelling with younger party members, you can still stop in at these restaurants for a spot of lunch.
For the safety and comfort of yourself and others, please ensure you drink responsibly - there's so much else to explore and enjoy in Colchester, so you'll want to stay steady on your feet!
But why stop there? Turn your Galentine's day into a full weekend and visit some of the surrounding areas, like the picturesque pastel beach huts of Mersea Island or the quaint Wivenhoe, which is perfect for a riverside walk.
