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10 Ideas for Family Fun This Valentine's Day!

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By South Charlotte Macaroni Kid February 5, 2023

We LOVE Valentine's Day in our house! Starting on February 1 I put a heart on my kid's doors with something amazing about them. Having a kiddo in college has not stopped me, he gets a goody box with treats and hearts! Here are 10 ideas to help you make Valentine's Day special in your house. 

  1. Have Valentine's Day-themed scavenger hunt! Hide Valentine-related items around the house or backyard and have your kids search for them. 
  2. Make a special Valentine's Day treat together. Try baking sugar cookies and decorating them with icing and sprinkles. 
  3. Have a movie night with lots of popcorn and a special Valentine's Day movie. 
  4. Create a Valentine's Day craft. Try making cupcake liner flowers, paper heart chains, or homemade cards. 
  5. Plan a special Valentine's Day picnic in the park. Pack some sandwiches, snacks, and drinks, and enjoy the outdoors. 
  6. Go to the library or bookstore and let your kids pick out Valentine’s Day-themed books. 
  7. Make a Valentine’s Day scavenger hunt. Give your kids a list of items to find and let them go on a fun search! 
  8. Play Valentine’s Day-themed games like “Pin the Heart on the Cupid” or “Guess the Love Song.” 
  9. Take your kids to a local craft store and let them pick out supplies to make Valentine's Day cards for family and friends. 
  10. Have a group dance party with Valentine’s Day-themed music.

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