While Valentine's Day is often considered a holiday for couples, that doesn't mean those without a partner can't join in on the festivities.
To get into the spirit, and to celebrate self-love and friendship, here are five on-campus and local Valentine's Day events to attend solo or with friends.
Be Your Own Valentine
Hosted by Campus Life and Same Page, a new Eastern Michigan University initiative dedicated to helping students navigate relationships, Be Your Own Valentine offers a night of self-love-themed silent disco.
Students will wear individual headphones and choose among a selection of different songs. Attendees can also enjoy free mocktails.
The event will be held in the Student Center Ballroom on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026, from 7-10 p.m.
For those who would like to request accommodations, contact Campus Life via email at campuslife@emich.edu.
A Galentine's Crafting Social
Hosted by the Yours Truly Event Venue, A Galentine's Crafting Social welcomes Ypsilanti residents to a night of creative slow-crafting, as well as a menu of mocktails.
Customers will be provided with all the supplies needed to create 3D botanical displays, composed of pressed flowers and floating frames. Customers will also be guided by a live demo and are encouraged to sip and socialize while they create.
The event will be held Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026, beginning at 6 p.m. Yours Truly Event Venue is located in downtown Ypsilanti at 114 W. Michigan Ave. Tickets are $28.52 per attendee.
For more information on the social, visit the event's page on Ypsi Real.
Galentine's Day at Maiz Mexican Cantina
Celebrate female friendships this season with a Galentine's Day event at Maiz. On Friday, Feb. 13, 2026, Maiz Mexican Cantina will be offering specials on food and drinks. Specials will be offered 4 p.m. until closing time and will include Galentine's Day margaritas for $9, amistad shots for $5, mini tostadas for $6 and churro fried ice cream for $5.99.
Maiz is at 36 E. Cross St. in Ypsilanti. For more information, visit YpsiReal.com or the Maiz Mexican Cantina Facebook page.
Tap into Love
Celebrate all kinds of love at this open mic event. On Friday, Feb. 13, 2026, Ypsi Pride will host Tap into Love, an open mic night and love stories event at Tap Room in Ypsilanti. Those interested can submit their love stories to read aloud at the event at tinyurl.com/4r4dp5v6. Stories can also be sumbited anonymously and read by one of the hosts.
The event will take place 7-10 p.m. at 201 W. Michigan Ave. A donation of $10 is appreciated, but no one will be turned away for not contributing. For more information, visit the Ypsi Pride Facebook page or YpsiReal.com.
Soft Goth Galentine's
Pink and red hearts meet soft goth spooky with this off-campus cocktail event. Attendees can celebrate with friends and enjoy cute drink specials and other surprises at this goth Galentine’s event Friday, Feb. 13, 2026.
Soft Goth Galentine's will take place 6-10:30 p.m. at the Ypsi Cocktail Club, located at 102 W. Michigan Ave. Find more at YpsiReal.
