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8 Chicago Events for the Chronically Single on Valentine's Day

Alone again on Valentine's Day? No problem, I've complied a list of things you can do this Valentine's Day - no date required.

Adriana Baca
Feb 07, 2017
Columbia College Chicago
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8 Chicago Events for the Chronically Single on Valentine's Day
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If you are anything like me, you've probably been single for every Valentine's Day you can remember and you don't see that changing anytime soon. Well that's some good news! Most people hate being alone on Valentine's Day but for the chronically single it’s just another excuse to spend money, time, and effort on the one person who matters the most: yourself... and maybe a few other chronically single friends.


1. Cupid's Undie Run

Although this technically isn't on Valentine's Day it does happen on Saturday, February 11th. It’s a one mile(ish) run and Valentine's Day party that happens all while you are only in your unmentionables. All the proceeds go the Children's Tumor Foundation, so what could be better? Bring your whole squad to participate, meet your fellow chronically single citizens of Chicago, and have a blast.


2. Naked at the Art Institute Scavenger Hunt

This event requires you to bring at least one friend but that's no problem, you are bound to know at least one other single friend. This scavenger hunt takes place the weekend before Valentine's Day. You are given a list of items and are let loose in the Art Institute to try to find all the nudity you can.


3. Comedy Show!

UP Comedy Club at Second City in Uptown is putting on a show called #DateMe: An OKCupid Experiment. 38 ridiculous fake profiles were created on the dating site OKCupid by the writer of this show and we get to laugh at the crazy responses they elicited. This show is for those in or out of love who are looking for a good laugh.


4. Get a Bag of the Sweetheart Mix from Garrett Popcorn


Grab yourself a bag of Garrett Popcorn's newest flavor the Sweetheart Mix (a mixture of Simply Strawberry and Chocolate Carmel Crisp), hop on the couch for a marathon of your favorite Netflix series. Law and Order: SVU anyone?


5. Go Shopping!

The Handmade Market Chicago will be at the Empty Bottle in Ukrainian Village. Go to find some homemade arts and crafts done by local artists!


6. Throw a Party

There are bound to be other singles like you looking for something to do on Valentine's Day so host a party! Maybe invite that cutie you've been crushing on all semester ;)


7. Do Something You Love

Valentine's Day is all about love right? Well do something you love then! Maybe that is going to a morning yoga class or indulging in coffee at your favorite café, whatever you love spend today doing it! You'll thank yourself later.


8. Treat Yourself

Take yourself out on a date! Yes, I am saying take yourself out for dinner...ALONE. No it won't be embarrassing or awkward, it will be liberating and stress-free. I promise. Treat yourself to a deep dish pizza, ice skating in Millennium Park, and maybe the newest movie release. Enjoy being alone and the peace and quiet it brings!


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