When is Valentine's Day?
Valentine's Day is on February 14 every year - the one countdown date here that never moves. It is a day to celebrate love and affection between partners, friends and family, marked with cards, flowers, chocolates and time together. The countdown shows exactly how long until the next February 14.
The story behind Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day takes its name from Saint Valentine and has been linked with romantic love since the Middle Ages. Today it is celebrated in many countries around the world, and in some places friends and classmates exchange cards and small gifts too, not just couples.
Frequently asked questions
When is Valentine's Day?
Valentine's Day is on February 14 every year. Unlike many holidays, its date never changes, and the countdown above shows exactly how many days are left.
How many days until Valentine's Day?
The live countdown above shows the exact number of days, hours, minutes and seconds until the next February 14, and rolls over to the following year automatically.
Why do we celebrate Valentine's Day?
Valentine's Day celebrates love and affection. It is named after Saint Valentine and became associated with romance in the Middle Ages; today people mark it with cards, flowers, chocolates and time spent with the people they love.