Valentine’s Day; the most overrated holiday that, for some reason, everyone seems to get the most stressed out about. Do you have plans? Do you have a significant other? What are you getting them?! All these questions – no matter whether you’re single, crushin’ or all tied up with a s/o – always seem to stress us out in the weeks leading to Valentine’s Day. So I’m here to help you. Whether or not you’re flying solo or spending the day with your besties, here are 15 awesome Valentine’s Day activities for college students that are actually fun, and either cheap or totally free!
Recreate that super cute scene from basically every Rom-Com where two people share a banana split or drink out of a milkshake from two straws! Just getting dessert to share is not only much easier on the wallet but more romantic as well!
If your BAE is stuck in class all day or you have some extra time on your hands, prepare a yummy dinner! You don’t have to go all out, it’s the thought that counts.
You can prepare this entire meal for less than $30 and they’ll be guaranteed to love it.
Got a crush who lives down the hall from you, who you’ve never worked up the courage to tell them how you feel? Valentine’s Day is the perfect chance to finally wear your heart on your sleeve and let them know how you truly feel since everyone is in such a *loving* mood!
Let’s not forget that the final chapter of Ana and Christian’s life is hitting the big screen just in time for Valentine’s day. Take your date to this steamy movie or go with all your girlfriends!
Going to comedy shows IS a thing and they’re actually a great date idea. Just think, you won’t have to bore your date with all your cheesy jokes because someone will be doing that for you! It’s a win-win.
Luckily this year, Valentine’s Day falls on Wine Wednesday so why not take advantage of that and pop some bottles?! Whether you split a classy bottle of Cabernet with your s/o or pop multiple bottles with the ladies, Valentine’s day is the perfect excuse to get just a litttttle wine wasted! I mean, can you think of any better Valentine’s Day activities for college students…?
Go to the store. Buy some plain sugar cookies, pink, red, white frosting, sprinkles and whatever else you can find and have a cookie decorating contest! And the best part is that you get to eat them all after 🙂
If you’ve got yourself a boo this Valentine’s Day, forget going to a spa and just bring the spa life to each other! Pamper each other with massages and it will be even better than paying for one.
There’s so many classes out there you can take like a cooking class, to a painting (with wine) class to a food tasting. There’s so many options out there, just look up what classes are happening in your area and sign up! This will definitely be one of those Valentine’s day activities to remember!
Photo courtesy of Pinot’s PaletteIf all you’ve got to worry about this Valentine’s day is yourself then consider yourself #winning. Any money that might’ve been spent on roses, chocolates, card or stuffed teddies can go straight back in your pocket and spent on something for yourself! Whether you’ve been eyeing a pair of shoes or maybe some new workout gear, don’t be afraid to splurge a little!
Create your own food tour with friends or your BAE. Make a list of all the restaurants, cafes or spots to grab a treat and create a schedule for the day! Stop at each one, try something off the menu..oh and don’t forget to Insta that sh*t. You can even take it one step further and create a Snapchat #FoodTour geofilter for the crew.
Even if you don’t generally like watching sports on the television, going to a game is so much more exciting and fun! Get tickets with friends to a hockey game or a basketball game and have a day!
So this one might be a little cliche, but it still made the list because it really is a lot of fun! Many indoor local rinks around you probably offer free public skate time, just look it up. Grab a friend and go together!
Okay, this is such a cute idea for you and your BF or GF. Go through all the motions of having an actual picnic with the picnic basket and all the goodies. Except switch the blanket and the outdoors with some cozy blankets and pillows on the floor of your dorm or apartment!
Last but not least, bowling! No matter if you’ve got a hot date or you’re going with a group of people, it’s a fun and affordable thing to do for everyone!
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