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When is Valentine's Day 2016?
Sunday, February 14, 2016
Sunday · US week 8 · ISO week 2016-W06
This date has passed for 2016
February 2016 holidays →Next 10 Valentine's Day dates
Day of the week and countdown for each year — computed from the holiday rule in our database.
| Year | Date | Day | Days to go |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | February 14, 2016 | Sunday | Passed |
| 2017 | February 14, 2017 | Tuesday | Passed |
| 2018 | February 14, 2018 | Wednesday | Passed |
| 2019 | February 14, 2019 | Thursday | Passed |
| 2020 | February 14, 2020 | Friday | Passed |
| 2021 | February 14, 2021 | Sunday | Passed |
| 2022 | February 14, 2022 | Monday | Passed |
| 2023 | February 14, 2023 | Tuesday | Passed |
| 2024 | February 14, 2024 | Wednesday | Passed |
| 2025 | February 14, 2025 | Friday | Passed |
What is Valentine's Day?
Valentine's Day is a widely observed date but not a federal holiday. Valentine's Day is always February 14—not a federal holiday.
Americans use this date for planning time off, travel, school events, and retail promotions. Mark it on your 2016 calendar early so team schedules and family plans stay aligned with public closures and local observances.
When is Valentine's Day?
Valentine's Day is always February 14—not a federal holiday. The countdown and next-ten-years table above lists exact weekdays for 2016 and future years, including how many days remain until the next occurrence.
Floating holidays shift on the calendar; fixed dates like July 4 or December 25 stay on the same month and day every year. If the date falls on a weekend, federal observance may move to an adjacent weekday—confirm with your employer for time-off policies.
History and background
Named for early Christian martyrs named Valentine, the day acquired romantic associations in medieval Europe. Mass-produced cards and gifts expanded the observance in nineteenth- and twentieth-century America.
Understanding the history helps explain why schools, media, and local governments schedule related events around the same season each year.
How people observe Valentine's Day
People exchange cards, flowers, chocolate, and dinners. Retailers and restaurants run promotions; schools may hold card exchanges for children.
Neighborhoods and workplaces vary: some close entirely on federal holidays, while cultural observances may continue with normal business hours. Check local listings for parades, sales, or volunteer opportunities tied to this date.
Calendar planning tip
Reserve restaurants and order gifts before February 14. Mark the date on your 2016 calendar for retail peaks, not office closures.
Add Valentine's Day to any printable month or year grid in our editor—the same holiday engine powers this page and your customized PDF. Browse 2016 holidays, open the monthly calendars hub, or print a 2016 yearly calendar with one-click holiday markers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Valentine's Day a day off work?
No. It is not a federal holiday. Businesses and schools generally operate on normal schedules.
Why is Valentine's Day on February 14?
Historical association with St. Valentine and later romantic customs fixed the date on the Gregorian calendar regardless of weekday.
Do schools celebrate Valentine's Day?
Many elementary classrooms exchange cards and treats. Policies vary by district; check your school calendar.