Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity to spread love, create memories, and celebrate with your kids. Whether you enjoy going all out or prefer a simple approach, there are many fun Valentine’s Day Activities for kids.
In a past episode of the Just Add Sprinkles podcast, we shared creative and meaningful ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day with kids. You can listen to the episode here:
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Here are some creative ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day with Your Kids inspired by that conversation to help you make the most of the holiday with your family.
Valentine’s Day Activities for Kids
Start the Day with a Special Breakfast
A few small touches in the morning can set a festive tone for the day. Some ideas include:
- Heart-shaped pancakes using a cookie cutter or freehand with the batter
- Berry and yogurt parfaits layered in clear glasses
- Warm milk or hot cocoa with heart-shaped marshmallows
It doesn’t have to be elaborate—just something to make the morning feel special.
Make DIY Valentine’s Day Cards
Encourage kids to create their own Valentine’s cards for family members, classmates, or neighbors. Set up a simple craft station with construction paper, markers, stickers, and anything else they might enjoy using.
Another fun idea is a “Things I Love About You” list. Each family member writes down what they love most about each other, and the notes can be shared at dinner or tucked into lunchboxes for a surprise.
Make a Fun Valentine’s Treat
Make a Fun Valentine’s TreatBaking together is a great way to create memories. Try making:
- Chocolate-dipped strawberries
- Heart-shaped sugar cookies with pink frosting
- A simple Valentine’s snack mix with pretzels, popcorn, red M&Ms, and marshmallows
- Short on time? Order a special treat from Crumbl, Nothing Bundt Cakes, or a local bakery.
Package up extra treats and deliver them to teachers, friends, or neighbors as a way to share the love.
Create a Family Love Jar
A love jar is an easy way to encourage appreciation within the family. Each person writes down kind words about others in the household, and at dinner or bedtime, you take turns reading them aloud. It’s a simple but meaningful tradition.
Plan a Valentine’s Movie Night
Wrap up the day with a cozy family movie night. Some great Valentine’s-themed choices include:
- Gnomeo & Juliet
- Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown
- Lady and the Tramp
Make it extra fun by setting up a “love nest” with blankets and pillows, and serving heart-shaped snacks.
Encourage Acts of Kindness
Valentine’s Day is a great time to remind kids that love isn’t just about gifts—it’s about kindness. Encourage them to:
- Make a Valentine for someone in a nursing home
- Deliver a small treat or note to a neighbor
- Call a grandparent or friend just to say, “I love you”
These simple gestures can help them understand that small acts of love make a big impact.
End the Day with a Special Bedtime Tradition
Finish the night with a few heartfelt traditions, such as:
- Reading a book about love, like Guess How Much I Love You or The Day It Rained Hearts
- Sharing something you love most about each child before they go to bed
- Saying a bedtime prayer of gratitude for the people you love
Valentine’s Day is About Connection
At the end of the day, Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be Pinterest-perfect. What matters most is taking a moment to show love and appreciation for the people in your life. Whether you go big with decorations and themed activities or keep it simple with heartfelt words and small gestures, your kids will remember the love they felt.
For more inspiration, listen to our full conversation on the Just Add Sprinkles podcast:
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