Valentine's Day Class Party Ideas (2024)

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Need Valentine’s Day Class Party inspiration? Look no further because I searched high and low for the very best Valentine’s Day Class Party ideas! I am admittedly very picky when it comes to planning children’s parties, whether it is in the classroom or at home. I think a lot about the age and interests of the children before choosing what we will do. I firmly believe that engaged and interested children will be happy children! (And if I am being honest, a lot easier to manage!) From Valentine Crafts to Valentine’s Day Games and Activities to yummy Valentine’s Day Treats, I scoured the internet for my top 50 favorite ideas to share with you.

50+ Valentine’s Day Class Party Ideas

Valentine’s Day Treats

Valentine’s Day Treats and Snacks are a favorite for me. I especially love making Valentine’s Day Food Crafts a station at my Valentine’s Day Class Party so that the kids can entertain themselves with an activity and enjoy the yummy treat as well! When it comes to school parties though, I think you really need to be careful not to give everyone too much sugar. I tried to include a few options that were healthier, like the Love Bug Applesauce Cup and my very own Valentine’s Day Snack Mix. That last one is great because it comes with printable follow along instructions for the kids to count and choose the items they want in their mix. Check out the other creative Valentine Treats below:

Marshmallow Arrows from Joy in the Works
Love Bug Applesauce Cup from The Keeper of the Cheerios
Strawberry Heart Man Snack from The Crafting Chicks
Valentine’s Day Tic Tac ToeSnack from Views from a Step Stool
DIY Valentine’s Day Snack Mix from Joy in the Works
Love Shack Candy House from Joy in the Works
Ladybug Oreos from For Modern Kids
Valentine’s Rice Krispie Treats from Joy in the Works
Teddy Graham Valentines from The Decorated Cookie
Shot Through the Heart Brownies from It’s Always Autumn
Valentine White Chocolate Popcorn from Gimmie Some Oven
Hershey’s Kiss Cookies from Life is Sweets
Marshmallow Love Bugs from The Decorated Cookie
Valentine’s Day Fruit Wands from A Few Short Cuts

Valentine’s Day Activities and Games

As I have said many times before, I firmly believe that the success of a Class Valentine’s Day Party (or any Children’s Party) depends on the games and activities they play. I really worked hard to find ideas here that would work for older and younger elementary students. It can be so hard when you are planning a Class Valentine’s Day Party for 3rd-5th grade! When you get to that age, I think games are really fun, as well as themed science experiments. I have even been known to get my high schooler to join us in some of these Valentine’s Day Activities!

Valentine’s Day Slime from Little Bins for Little Hands
Dancing Conversation Hearts from Playdough to Plato
Fizzy Hearts from Little Bins for Little Hands
DIY Heart Bubble Wands from Go Science Girls!
Cupid’s Target Practice from Joy in the Works
Valentine’s Day Tic TacToe from Joy in the Works
Hershey’s Kiss Matching Game from Creations by Kara
Conversation Hearts Questions from Arts and Crackers
Heart Plate Math Games from Joy in the Works
Valentine Headbanz from The Crafting Chicks
Cupid Arrow Toss from Playground Park Bench
Conversation Heart Bingo from Artsy Fartsy Mama
Valentine Yahtzee from The Idea Room
Heart Hopscotch from Toddler Approved
Valentine Skiball from Handmade Charlotte
Conversation Hearts Catapult from Joy in the Works
Heart Marshmallow Toothpick Structure from Buggy and Buddy
Musical Hearts from Teach Mama
Valentine’s Day Word Scramble from Happiness is Homemade
Valentine Bean Bag Toss from Preschool Toolkit
Chocolate Playdough from PreK Pages
Roll a Love Bug Printable from Inspiration Made Simple

Valentine’s Day Crafts

Last, but not least, when planning a Class Valentine’s Day Party, you might want to consider adding some crafts to the mix! I find these to be especially successful for grades K-2nd. I also tried to include some ideas that the boys would be interested in as well. I know they love the candy and sweets of Valentine’s Day, but sometimes the hearts and love stuff can get a bit old for them (and some girls too!) Here are my favorite Valentine’s Day Crafts:

Bleeding Hearts Tissue Paper Art from Walking By The Way
Popsicle Stick Trucks from Glued to my Crafts Blog
Valentine’s Day Popsicle Stick Frame from Craft Create Cook
Valentine Bookmarks from Carla Schauer Studios
Conversation Heart Rocks from Views from a Step Stool
Love Bug Craft from One Creative Mommy
Fingerprint Heart Tree from Easy, Peasy and Fun
Heart Spin Painting from Projects with Kids
Robot Valentines from Crafts By Amanda
Conversation Heart Wreath from Simple Everyday Mom
Heart Mason Jar Lanterns from Homemade Serenity
Lacing Heart Paper Plate from Easy, Peasy and Fun
Heart Craft Suncatcher from Easy, Peasy and Fun
Construction Paper Heart Man from Resourceful Mama

Those are my favorite Valentine’s Day Class Party Ideas for Elementary School, but I admit every time I am on Pinterest, I find something else I love even more! Follow along for my latest inspiration- my Class Valentine’s Day board or even just my profile!

Would love to hear from you- are you the Class Room Mom, the Class Party Planner or a Classroom Teacher? Do you have any favorite Valentine’s Day Class Party Ideas that you would like to share? Or any tips for managing all those little ones during the craziness of a holiday party?! Comment below!

Valentine's Day Class Party Ideas (2024)

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How do you host a Valentine's Day event? ›

10 ideas for a Valentine's Day event

Love themed dinner.
Live concert for Valentine's Day.
Romantic tasting for two.
Board games in pairs.
Film screening.
Mixology and co*cktail workshop.
Couples dance class.
DIY Workshop.

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What do you say to teachers on Valentine's Day? ›

Valentine's Day Messages For Teachers

Roses are red. ...
Sometimes we don't get to pick our teachers, but if so, I'd choose you all over again.
Kind, smart, inspiring and fun. ...
Happy Valentine's Day to someone who has made a huge difference in my life.
Happy Hearts Day to the Best Teacher EVER.

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What do school children exchange on Valentine's Day? ›

Each year, typically, elementary school children choose a box of valentines featuring their latest favorite superhero, princess, snack, or Internet meme, fill out a card for each of their classmates, and distribute the cards among their peers' decorated shoeboxes during class time.

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Do kids still do valentines in school? ›

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Who pays on Valentine's Day? ›

Who do you think should pay? Over 70% of Americans believe the man should pay on the first date. 68% of women expect their male dates to pay, while 78% of men feel responsible for the cost. The person who extends the invitation for a date should pay the tab and tip.

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What is a favorite things party at Valentine's Day? ›

The basic idea is that guests bring a few of the same unwrapped gifts that cost at or under the amount you set, then they go home with the same number of items from other guests. Instead of bringing gag gifts, ask each guest to bring something they really love.

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What is a galentines party? ›

February 13 is the day to gather your gals together to celebrate friendship with festive flair. The best Galentine's Day ideas incorporate things your friends love into the day, like thoughtful Galentine's day gifts, a delicious meal or an adventure. Ready to learn how to host a Galentine's Day party for the ages?

Do kids still hand out Valentine's? ›

Most teachers and etiquette experts we spoke with indicated that it is usually recommended to give every student in the classroom a valentine, especially if your child is passing them out at school. Doing so teaches your child to be inclusive and keeps kids from feeling alone or isolated.