It originated as a Christian feast day honoring a martyr named Valentine, and through later folk traditions it has also become a significant cultural, religious and commercial celebration of romance and love in …

2 days ago · The exact origins of the Valentine’s Day holiday are unknown, but the holiday’s name and date come from the martyrdom of St. Valentine, a third-century priest.

1 day ago · Valentine’s Day, holiday (February 14) when lovers express their affection with greetings and gifts. Given their similarities, it has been suggested that the holiday has origins in the Roman …

Jan 26, 2026 · Valentine's Day has quite the history. Learn about why we celebrate Valentine's Day, the meaning of the holiday, when Valentine's Day is this year, why Valentine's Day is on February 14, …

Jan 29, 2026 · Valentine’s Day didn’t start with romance or candy hearts. Learn the real history of the holiday—from ancient Rome to medieval poetry and modern traditions.

Feb 13, 2025 · Valentine's Day is almost here, but it wasn't always the heart-filled, card-giving, chocolate-gifting holiday we know today. Here's everything you should know about the history of the …

Jan 17, 2026 · Discover the history and traditions of Valentine’s Day, from Saint Valentine’s legacy to modern ways to share love with partners, friends, and family.

Mar 5, 2021 · Saint Valentine’s Day, or simply Valentine’s Day, is celebrated on the 14th of February, almost internationally but primarily in western societies. It is a commemorative...

Jan 10, 2025 · Wondering about Valentine's Day history and how the holiday got started? Here's everything to know about its origins, including traditions like giving cards.

Feb 14, 2025 · For years, the consensus among historians was that the holiday had something to do with an ancient Roman festival called Lupercalia that fell in mid-February. Noel Lenski, a Yale …