Valentine’s Day: created by the Romans, commercialized by Victorian England, now a total nightmare.

Whether you’re single, not into the mushy stuff, or just looking for a fresh way to spend the lamest of all holidays this February 14th, there are plenty of fun ways to celebrate this weekend. Here are five things you can do that have nothing to do with romance:

1. Throw a “Pal-entine’s” Party

Gather your friends, order some pizza, and have a game night, movie marathon, or even a themed potluck. Who needs romance when you have a solid squad?

2. Self-Care Day

Book a spa treatment, take a long bath, binge-watch your favorite guilty pleasure, or dive into that book you’ve been meaning to read. Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to pamper yourself.

3. Do Something Adventurous

Go rock climbing, try an escape room, sign up for a dance class, or take a spontaneous day trip. Make it a day of new experiences instead of traditional romance.

4. Volunteer & Spread Love

Give back to your community by volunteering at a shelter, donating to a cause, or helping out a friend. Nothing beats the feeling of making someone else’s day a little brighter.

5. Indulge in a “Treat Yourself” Feast

Forget overpriced restaurant meals—cook up a fancy dinner for yourself or order all your favorite takeout foods. Bonus points if you set up a fun picnic in your living room.

No date? No problem. Valentine’s Day is whatever you make it, so why not make it fun? What’s your go-to non-romantic way to spend the day?

And of COURSE, the #1 way to stick it to this boring holiday is to get laid withOUT having to promise “forever”. Find someone fun and sexy on OBC Dating and meet up for a steamy fling – then high five and get back to the joy of the single life!