Best of Parenting 2023

Best of Parenting 2023

Feb 13, 2020

Valentine's Fun for the Whole Family!

Valentine's Day is all about love and spending time with one another.  Why not make this Valentine's Day fun for the whole family with these fun family friendly ideas!

1. Whip up some chocolate fun.
Valentine's Day is all about the chocolate, right? Then, how about a family cooking night where you whip up some chocolatey goodness?

2. Have a game night.
Turn off the technology and get back in touch with each other during a Valentine game night.

3. Have a V-Day movie marathon.
Want a quieter Valentine's Day? Settle down for a low-key night of family movie fun. If you're like us, busy schedules rarely allow time for family movie night. Be sure to pop up some popcorn or make a special snack. 

4. Get outside.
Valentine's Day doesn't have to be all about indoor activities. Get the family out for a nature hike at a local park or, if it's snowy, make it a family sledding day. You'll get some exercise and then have an excuse to make some mugs of homemade hot chocolate.

5. Deliver Valentines to a nursing home or shelter.
Do you have some crafters in your family? Get out the craft paper, some markers, stickers and whatever else your crafty heart fancies and get busy on making some unique Valentine cards. Then gather them all up and take them to a shelter or a nursing home and hand them out to the residents!

6. Go on a family Valentine date!
Valentine's Day dates don't have to be just about romance. Use it as a time for the entire family to get dressed up and then pick a fun restaurant that's different from your normal eats. Try a new neighborhood place or do something special like a fondue restaurant where you can end the meal with a melted pot of chocolate for dipping strawberries and cake!