During COVID, we were forced to learn how to really have fun at home. However, from those experiences, we learned there are so many family activities that bring us joy. Valentine’s Day was a great example. During the ongoing pandemic, we tried out things like an At-Home Valentine’s Day Party. Looking back, it was such a fun time and something we recommend parents and families consider doing even post-pandemic. This blog is full of ideas for Valentine’s Day fun for all ages, with a focus on having simple festive fun at home!

Valentine’s Day Party Ideas

❤️ Teenage Girl-Themed Valentine’s Day Party ❤️

What teenage girl won’t love a movie party! This party can also include a bit of a spa experience by applying these cute glitter nail wraps and sipping Shirley Temples from some fancy (plastic) martini glasses. Here are some PG and PG-13 movie options:

To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before (PG-13) – A huge teen favorite with sweet romance and great friendship vibes.

Love, Simon (PG-13) – Warm, funny, and heartfelt with a strong message about being yourself.

A Cinderella Story (PG) – Classic early-2000s comfort movie with no cringe factor.

Letters to Juliet (PG) – Romantic but gentle, with a dreamy Italian backdrop.

Legally Blonde (PG-13) – Empowering, funny, and more about confidence than romance.

Little Women (PG) – Thoughtful, cozy, and perfect for a calmer Valentine vibe.

10 Things I Hate About You (PG-13) – Smart, funny, and iconic (still very popular with teens).

The Princess Diaries (G) – Perfectly wholesome, funny, and confidence-boosting.

She’s the Man (PG-13) – Silly, energetic, and great for group laughs.

Clueless (PG-13) – Fashion, friendship, and light romance with minimal awkward moments.

Pitch Perfect (PG-13) – Friendship, music, and fun with minimal romance pressure.

Anne of Green Gables (G/PG) – Sweet, old-fashioned romance and lots of heart.

❤️ All Ages Valentine’s Day Party ❤️

at Home Valentine’s Day party Activities

Here are some fun Valentine’s Day games for kids, easy family-friendly activities, and low-stress ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day at home. These ideas are perfect for a Valentine’s Day party at home, a cozy family Valentine’s Day celebration, or a simple afternoon of kid-approved Valentine’s fun without leaving the house.

The winner of every game received a pre-made baggie of a few Valentine’s Day goodies.

Candyland

As Valentine’s Day is candy-focused, it seemed like a great choice for this party. There are five ‘lands’ to have candy in in the newer version of the game.

Nana’s Hutt House – A fun nut mix or butterscotch chips

Frosted Palace – Ice cream or little marshmallows is a less messy option

Licorice Lagoon – Twizzlers work for this one!

Lollipop Palace – Easy, suckers!

Peppermint Forest – Soft peppermint candy or leftover candy canes

Valentine’s Bingo

My daughter made bingo cards for everyone using different colored hearts for the spaces. She also made matching cards I could pull to announce the items. Each player used pennies to mark the spaces that were called on their cards.

At home Valentine's Day Party Bingo Game

Valentine Heart Leis craft

Any good kid’s party has a craft mixed in there! The best crafts are simple, cute, and don’t require many supplies. This Valentine Heart Lei was relatively easy to make. You can find out the supplies needed and steps for this cute craft here.

More Simple Valentine’s Day Games & Activities for Kids

Want more festive, creative, and genuinely fun games for your at-home Valentine’s Day party (that are still very simple)? You’re in the right place—here are a few easy crowd-pleasers.

❤️ Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt ❤️
Create a heart-themed scavenger hunt around the house using candy, love notes, or small toys. This classic Valentine’s Day game for kids works well for toddlers through elementary ages and keeps energy high indoors.

❤️ Cupid’s Arrow Toss ❤️
Set up a simple target using paper hearts and have kids toss foam arrows, bean bags, or rolled socks. This is a great indoor Valentine’s Day activity that helps burn off energy.

❤️ Valentine Bingo ❤️
Printable Valentine bingo cards featuring hearts, cupids, and candy make for an easy at-home Valentine’s Day game that works for groups or siblings.

❤️ Heart Relay Race ❤️
Use plastic spoons to carry conversation hearts or pom-poms from one bowl to another. This silly relay is perfect for a Valentine’s Day party at home and encourages teamwork.

❤️ Guess the Candy Jar ❤️
Fill a jar with candy and let kids guess how many pieces are inside. This popular Valentine’s Day party game is simple, festive, and educational.

❤️ DIY Valentine Craft Station ❤️
Set up a table with stickers, construction paper, glitter, and markers so kids can make Valentine cards or decorations. Crafting is a must-have for any Valentine’s Day celebration at home.

❤️ Heart Hunt Freeze Dance ❤️
Hide paper hearts around the room and play music while kid’s dance. When the music stops, they grab a heart. This is a fun twist on freeze dance and a favorite Valentine’s Day game for younger kids.

❤️ Love Letter Matching Game ❤️
Create a matching game using letters, shapes, or pictures with Valentine themes. This is a quieter at-home Valentine’s Day activity that still feels festive.

❤️ Family Valentine Movie Night ❤️
End the day with a cozy movie night featuring a family-friendly Valentine’s Day movie, popcorn, and themed snacks for a relaxed finish.

Valentine’s Day party Food

No party is complete without good food and beverages! We also enjoyed two awesome snacks: A Valentine’s Day Trail Mix and Cupid Flats at our home Valentine’s Day party.

Cupid Floats

1 scoop Vanilla ice cream
8 oz Cherry soda
1 piece of red licorice

Add a scoop(s) of vanilla ice cream to a drinking cup or mug.

Fill the cup with cherry soda.

Cut the ends off of 1 strand of red licorice, then place it into the cup to use as a straw.

Valentine’s Day Trail Mix

Corn Chex
Pretzel Sticks
Mini Marshmallows
Craisins
Valentine’s Day M&M’s
Chocolate Chips
Butterscotch Chips

at-home Valentine’s Day party decor

Use the image below to shop our links for some simple and affordable Valentine’s Day party decor. Keep in mind that places like Dollar General also have lots of cheap options!

Where to find more Valentine’s Day content

See our full Valentine’s Day guide here

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