Valentine's Day on February 14 is named after Saint Valentine and is a day for cards, flowers and gifts between loved ones. It is not a public holiday, so schools and businesses stay open.
Valentine's Day 1978 falls on Tuesday, February 14.
Is Valentine's Day a federal holiday?
No. Valentine's Day is not a federal holiday in the US, so government offices, banks and schools follow their normal schedule unless they choose otherwise.
When is Valentine's Day 1979?
Valentine's Day 1979 falls on Wednesday, February 14.
Why does the date of Valentine's Day change each year?
The date stays the same; only the weekday moves. A common year has 52 weeks and one day, so a fixed date moves one weekday later each year, and two after February 29.