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Step 1
Avoid places where couples congregate. Romantic restaurants, movies and events aimed at couples are all examples. By visiting places like these, you will be constantly reminded of the date.
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Step 2
Look for events intended for singles. More and more, facilities from colleges to retirement homes are holding such events for Valentine's Day.
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Step 3
If group gatherings aren't your thing, look for places where individuals go. Coffeehouses or bars are good places to start. If you aren't the loner type, gather a group of friends that aren't celebrating the holiday and go somewhere together. Welcome people who look like they're alone to your group.
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Step 4
Smile and say "hi" to anyone who looks like a potential friend. It sounds cliche, but the saying came about for one reason--it works. You come off as friendly and confident, and that is the kind of person that people want to be friends with.
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Step 5
Make plans for another day and ask the people that you met at your singles event or coffeehouse to come along. Chances are, if you were at the same place on Valentine's Day, you have more in common already than you think.
