Though Galentine's Day is a made-up holiday championed by a fictional character, we think Leslie Knope from NBC's Parks and Recreation would find Woodstock to be the perfect place to celebrate female friendships. According to Knope, "Every February 13, my lady friends and I leave our husbands and our boyfriends at home, and we just come and kick it, breakfast-style, ladies celebrating ladies. It's like Lilith Fair, minus the angst. Plus — frittatas."

Woodstock boasts plenty of top-notch restaurants serving breakfast and brunch. From buttery biscuits to fluffy pancakes, all with perfectly roasted coffee or expertly crafted cocktails alongside, there are ample options for a fantastic first meal of the day in "A City Unexpected." Woodstock's restaurants have made changes to keep patrons safe during the pandemic. If you're opting for a virtual Galentine's Day celebration in 2021, many of the city's eateries also offer curbside carryout and/or delivery.

One of the hallmarks of Galentine's Day is a heartfelt gift to show your best girls some love. Woodstock is home to the Atlanta area's newest and best outlet shopping with around 100 luxury brands as well as a vibrant and authentic downtown district with more than two dozen unique shops and boutiques. You're sure to find a great gift for your gal pals.

Another way to ensure that Galentine's Day is (as Leslie Knope asserts) "only the best day of the year" is to book spa treatments. Woodstock's salons offer a luxurious array of services. While you can indulge in classic facials and massages, you can also take advantage of trends like body sculpting or even micro needling.

Though Knope asserts that Galentine's Day is "wonderful, and it should be a national holiday," the celebration won't be closing banks and schools anytime soon, but you should still make a weekend of it — especially since it falls on Saturday this year. Book a safe stay right next to the outlets, so you can shop until you drop right into a comfy bed in a well-appointed suite. You could also snag a room for you and your besties at a hotel property within walking distance of Noonday Creek Trail, so you can walk off those brunch calories on your way back from downtown Woodstock.

Find a spot to safely gather with your friends over waffles, plan some retail therapy, select a spa to soothe you, or discover a place for a safe overnight stay at VisitWoodstockGa.com.