20 things to do for singles on Valentine’s Day

It’s here and it’s arriving faster than ever. It’s the 14th of February, the time of the year to celebrate and proclaim love. “But, what about us singles?” is the question of the millennial. What if we tell you that you can celebrate the occasion all by yourself. If you’re someone who enjoys your company, you can totally seize the day! Brace yourself as there’s plenty of things you can do alone on Valentine’s Day.
We’ve curated a list of top 20 things that are healthy, fun and as an added bonus they are legendary too! Let’s dive into the list right away to turn your Valentine’s Day into an overnight success:
- Pamper yourself with personalised chocolates
- Treat yourself to a fancy self-care day
- Plan a movie marathon with your girlfriends
- Sign up for a dance class
- Start a journal
- Give away bouquets to your loved ones
- Nail that workout
- Choose to volunteer
- Host a virtual cooking party
- Learn a new skill
- Plan a trip
- Babysit for a family member
- Get astrology or tarot card reading
- Play dress up
- Take yourself out
- Redecorate your apartment
- Laugh it out
- Read a good book
- Send Thank You notes
- Treat your pet
Binging Valentine’s chocolates is not only therapeutic but also delicious. And hey, it’s a no brainer that on this day, you deserve to spoil yourself with sweetness. So, pick a heart-shaped personalised chocolate box and get set to dig in.

1. | Cadbury Dairy Milk Heart Shaped Valentine's Gift Box | ₹ 800 |
2. | Cadbury Dairy Milk Silk Valentine's Silk Personalised Bar | ₹ 400 |
3. | Cadbury's I love You Neon Personalised Chocolate Gift Pack | ₹ 650 |
4. | Cadbury Dairy Milk Silk & Oreo special Valentine's Gift Edition Pack | ₹ 750 |

Turn the day of love into a self-care day. Pamper yourself, draw a bubble bath, fill it with bath salts, glitter, and rose petals. Pour yourself a glass of your favourite drink, put on a face mask, and enjoy your single life, love!
Load up on some snacks, invite your girl gang and start streaming your favourite movies. By the time the day is over, you will feel rejuvenated due to entertainment and your favourite people by the side, of course!


Get ready to groove to the latest dance number. This Valentine’s Day, sign up for a dance class to uplift your mood. Choose to sign up for salsa, Zumba, cha-cha, jazz, or even Bollywood dancing.
Don’t wallow in self-pity this Valentine’s Day. Use this time for inspiring yourself and creating a sense of calm by starting a journal. After all, pouring your heart out on a piece of paper is hands down the best feeling ever.


Why not use the day to make your near and dear ones feel loved? Interesting idea! Spread joy and happiness in the life of your loved ones by giving them fresh and colourful blooms. In case you’re choosing specific flowers for certain people, make sure to say it out loud with a valid reason, of course!
There’s nothing better than looking after yourself. So, hit the gym and sweat it all out this Valentine’s Day. It’s hands down the best way to make yourself feel better rather than lazying around in the apartment.


There is no harm in devoting your time to social service if you’re single on Valentine’s Day. Take up the responsibility and offer the perfect Valentine’s Day gift of compassionate services to either local hospitals or neighborhood animal shelters.
Ask your master chef friends to join your virtual party. But, before that, settle on a recipe that everyone can follow with ease. Later, send a zoom link and cook dinner together online.


We are sure that there’s definitely something out there that you’ve been desperately willing to try for a while now. So, take the night off and learn something new for yourself!
Seize the day, my friend. Plan a one-night escape to get away from the stress of the present. Whether you want to enjoy the pristine blue water or experience fresh snowfall, go ahead and plan a fun-filled adventure for yourself.


Know a couple close to you with kids? Well, give them the breather by lending a helping hand. Take up the responsibility to babysit their child this Valentine’s Day. Believe us when we say that they will be more than happy!
This Valentine’s Day, choose a realm of self-exploration, empowerment, and discovery by taking a peek at your birth charts. You’ll learn what the stars say about your life. You can even seek a local expert’s advice to get better clarity on your future.


Dress up, slap on a little extra makeup, do your hair the way you’ve always wanted, and pop open a bottle of your favourite champagne. Now, sit back, relax, and spam your Instagram followers with tons of gorgeous selfies.
Go out on an adventure with yourself. Visit the place that has always been on your list. It can be anything right from a museum to a picnic spot. Have the time of your life exploring a beautiful place all alone!


You don’t have to move apartments to redecorate. All you can do is re-arrange the furniture and make room for new things in the house. You can even jazz up the decor by adding fairy lights, macrame displays, dream catchers, etc.
Don’t be sad about this day. Cheer up, love. Go for a comedy gig and laugh to your heart’s content. Believe us when we say that there are going to numerous reasons to laugh about at a stand-up about this day.


A little reading never hurts. Perhaps, it a great way to keep you occupied all day. Pick a good book based on your taste, curl up in one corner of the house, and get lost in the world of fiction.
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to divert your attention towards those who have given you nothing but love. Grab a stack of greeting cards and send it to your closest ones, be it your favourite co-workers, best friends, or even siblings to express your gratitude.


You might not have a forever valentine right now. But hey, you have your pet who is also your valentine. So, pamper your pets with their favourite treats. You can even plan a fun day out with them.
While it might seem absolute worst to be alone on Valentine’s, it’s not as bad as you think. You can actually use this time for yourself and indulge in your favourite activities. So, get ready to spend the day in an epic way with our help. Happy Valentine’s Day, you!