Galentine’s Day has become a thing – why hasn’t Malentine’s Day?

Men seem less comfortable celebrating their friendships – to their own detriment.

By: Deana Rohlinger, Florida State University, The Conversation

Outlets: The Conversation

Published: January 31, 2026

Words: 675

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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By Deana Rohlinger, Florida State University

On Feb. 13, women will celebrate Galentine’s Day, a holiday trumpeting the joys of female friendships.

The holiday can trace its origins to a 2010 episode of “Parks and Rec,” in which the main character, Leslie Knope, decides that the day before Valentine’s Day should be an opportunity to celebrate the platonic love among women, ideally with booze and breakfast food.

In the years since the episode aired, …

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