When is Valentine's Day?
Valentine's Day is always February 14. In 2026 it falls on Saturday, February 14, 2026, and in 2027 it's on Sunday, February 14, 2027. When this page was last updated, on October 12, 2026, there were 125 days to go, which is about 17 weeks and 6 days. The counter at the top keeps ticking down in real time on your device, so it's always current.
| Year | Date | Day of the week |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | February 14 | Saturday |
| 2027 | February 14 | Sunday |
A little history
Valentine's Day is named after Saint Valentine, a Christian martyr whose story is mixed with legend. The romantic association grew in the Middle Ages, helped by poets like Geoffrey Chaucer, and by the 1700s people in England were exchanging handwritten notes and small gifts with loved ones.
How people celebrate
Today the day is celebrated with cards, flowers, chocolates and dinners out. Red roses remain the most popular flower, and restaurants are often fully booked weeks in advance. Many people also celebrate 'Galentine's Day' with friends, and schoolchildren exchange small cards with classmates.
Closures and practical notes
Valentine's Day is not a public holiday, so businesses operate normally. Prices for roses and restaurant set menus usually rise in the week before February 14, so ordering early saves money.
Planning tips
It isn't a day off for most people, so the real trick is planning around your normal week. Put a reminder in your phone a week before, and another two days before, so you're not scrambling the night before.
If you're buying anything for it, whether flowers, food, costumes or decorations, shopping a week or two early is cheaper and way less stressful than the last-minute rush.
How the countdown works
We count full calendar days from today's date to the holiday, using the clock on your own phone or computer, so it matches your local time zone. On the day itself the counter switches to the next year's date. Want to count to a birthday or deadline instead? Our days until any date page does that in one tap.
Frequently asked questions
When is Valentine's Day 2027?
Sunday, February 14, 2027.
What day of the week is Valentine's Day in 2027?
It's a Sunday (February 14, 2027).
When should I book a Valentine's dinner?
Two to four weeks ahead for popular restaurants, especially when February 14 falls on a weekend.