Hosting a Mom & Daughter Sleepover This Galentine’s Day: A Step-by-Step Guide

Galentine’s Day isn’t just for besties, it’s the perfect chance to create special memories with the most important girl in your life: your daughter. A Mom & Daughter Galentine’s Sleepover is a beautiful way to slow down, laugh hard, and grow closer in a screen-free, joy-filled space.

Here’s the good news: You don’t need anything fancy—just intention, a few cozy supplies, and this step-by-step guide to make your Galentine’s night one to remember. 💗 

💖 Key Takeaways

• A Mom & Daughter Galentine’s Sleepover is all about connection, love, and memory-making.

• You don’t need to be Pinterest-perfect—presence beats perfection.

• Build in connection activities, crafts, and meaningful conversation for lasting impact.

• Keep it cozy, creative, and kind—this is about celebrating each other.

🌟 Step 1: Set the Scene With Love

Think: soft lighting, fluffy blankets, cozy vibes. Whether you're hosting at home, at a community center, or virtually, the goal is to create a welcoming, stress-free space.

Ideas to try:

• String fairy lights or hang heart garlands

• Light candles or use battery-operated tea lights

• Create a mini “spa” corner with nail polish and face masks

• Set up matching jammies or DIY T-shirt-making as a fun bonding craft!

🍓 Step 2: Sweet Treats & Snacks

Galentine’s calls for a little indulgence! Create a build-your-own dessert bar that’s mom-and-daughter approved.

Snack bar inspo:

• Heart-shaped cookies with decorating supplies

• Chocolate-dipped strawberries

• Popcorn with pink sprinkles

• DIY mocktail bar with sparkling juice + fresh fruit

Pro tip: You can even bake together as an activity! Try heart-shaped brownies or pink pancakes for breakfast the next morning.

💬 Step 3: Connection Activities

Here’s where the magic happens. Build in time for meaningful connection—where moms and daughters can share, listen, and lift each other up.

Try this 3-part Connection Circle:

1. Warm-up: Go around and say one thing you admire about each other.

2. Conversation starters: Use printable “Galentine’s Chat Cards” with prompts like:

   • What makes you feel most confident?

   • When do you feel most loved?

   • What’s your proudest moment this year?

3. Love Notes: Have each mom and daughter write little notes to one another and tuck them into a “Love Jar” or envelope to keep.

🎨 Step 4: Creative Time

Hands-on fun is key! Choose an activity that lets everyone relax, create, and express themselves.

Craft ideas:

• DIY charm bracelets or matching friendship bracelets

• Self-love vision boards

• Paint mini canvases with affirmations

• Decorate Galentine’s cards for other girls/women you admire

🎥 Step 5: Chill & Watch Something Heartwarming

Cap off the night with a cozy movie moment. Choose something uplifting, fun, and age-appropriate.

Movie ideas:

• Yes Day

• Anne with an E

• Paddington 2 (adorable and underrated!)

• Turning Red or Inside Out (perfect for deeper convo starters)

Set up a little movie “nest” with pillows and popcorn and just be together.

🌅 Step 6: Morning-After Moments

Before everyone heads out, end with a grounding mini-ritual.

Ideas:

• Do a 3-minute group meditation or gratitude circle

• Take a fun group photo with silly props

• Send each pair home with a “Mini Confidence Kit” (affirmation card, lip balm, chocolate, etc.)

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Designed for educators, mentors, youth leaders, coaches, and parents, this all-in-one resource gives you everything you need to lead a powerful Galentine’s Day–themed workshop, girls group session, classroom experience, or community event focused on healthy friendships, confidence, and kindness.

Whether you’re planning a one-time Galentine’s Day workshop or weaving these activities into your ongoing programming, this kit makes your session meaningful, inclusive, and deeply impactful. With step-by-step guidance, interactive group activities, and thoughtful reflection tools, you’ll help girls:

• Build self-worth

• Strengthen friendships

• Develop the confidence to show up as their authentic selves

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You've got this 💗