Even if you live far away, you can still celebrate love and friendship on Valentine’s Day. When you plan, you can throw a great virtual party where everyone from everywhere can join. Here is everything you need to know to have a fun and memorable virtual Valentine’s Day party.
1. Pick the Right Platform
Choose a trusted videoconferencing tool, such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, or Google Meet. Make sure everyone knows how to use the tool and has it downloaded on their computers.
2. Send Digital invites:
Make digital invites early and send them out. Include all the essential information, like the date, time, and platform directions. You can make beautiful e-invites with tools like Canva.
3. Make a fun Schedule
Make a plan for the evening to keep things interesting and on track. Include various activities, such as games, music, and talking time. Give your friends a copy of the schedule ahead of time.
4. Decorate Virtually
Tell your friends to use Valentine’s Day-themed or virtual backgrounds that come with the videoconferencing app. You can also send a small painting kit or a color theme to make it more fun.
5. Play Interactive Games
Use fun online games to keep your friends interested. Some options are:
- An online quiz game, Kahoot!, can be used to make a Valentine’s Day trivia game.
- Virtual Bingo lets you make bingo cards with love themes and play with other people online.
- If you want to play Pictionary, you can use an online tool like Skribbl to draw and guess.
6. Share a Meal
For a virtual dinner party, everyone can cook the same dish or order from their favorite place. Eating with someone, even if it’s just online, can bring people closer together.
7. Host a Movie Night
With services like Teleparty (formerly Netflix Party), you can watch a love movie simultaneously. This lets you talk and reply in real time while you watch the film together.
8. Exchange Digital Gifts
Set up an online gift swap where people can buy and send digital gifts like e-books, e-cards, and online subscriptions. This kind of act will make everyone feel special.
9. Capture the Memories
During the event, take screenshots to remember fun times. You can also make a photo book that everyone can use to share pictures from the night.
Final Thoughts
Having a Valentine’s Day party online for people who live far away can be as fun and heartwarming as having a party in person. With these tips, you can create a fun and connected event that will bring everyone closer, no matter how far apart they are. Find a unique way to honor love and friendship that everyone will remember.
