Valentine's Day customs—sending greeting cards (known as "valentines"), offering confectionery and presenting flowers—developed in early modern England and spread throughout the English-speaking world in the 19th century.

Valentine’s Day is commonly celebrated by exchanging handmade or store-bought “Valentines” (greeting cards) or other tokens of affection like chocolates and flowers. In many schools, it has become customary for young students to bring in Valentines to swap with classmates.

Dec 22, 2009 · Find out about the meaning and history of Valentine’s Day, from the ancient Roman ritual of Lupercalia that welcomed spring to the card-giving customs of Victorian England. The Legend of St...

Jan 30, 2025 · In a 1981 academic article, the late University of Kansas English professor Jack B. Oruch argued that Chaucer's 1375 poem “Parlement of Foules” was the first to record St. Valentine's Day as a ...

1 day ago · Celebrate your bond in cinematic style. At 7 p.m. Feb. 14, married couples will join together under the star-studded sky of the Tampa Theatre for a group Valentine’s vow renewal.

Jan 17, 2025 · 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, and more.

Oct 27, 2009 · Valentine’s Day is celebrated every February 14 as couples across the globe honor their spouses, partners and sweethearts. Hundreds of years of traditions and customs have made it into the...

Jan 22, 2025 · Welcome to our official guide to the best Valentine's Day restaurants and events in Tampa Bay! Between the major cities that make up the Tampa Bay area, there's something for every couple to enjoy in Tampa, Clearwater, St. Pete, and beyond, from exciting Valentine's Day events to dinner deals.

Feb 5, 2024 · Here are some suggestions for how to celebrate Valentine’s Day on Feb. 14. Valentine's Day is a day for sweets, treats and spending time with loved ones. We found nearly 100 Valentine's...

Dec 9, 2024 · Find out more about the interesting history behind the year's most romantic holiday with these fascinating Valentine's Day facts about candy, Cupid and more.