When is Valentine's Day 2027?

Valentine's Day is always 14 February. It is not a public holiday in the UK, so schools, offices and most businesses follow their normal schedule.

How people celebrate depends partly on the day of the week. A weekday date often means an evening meal or a quieter celebration, while a Friday or weekend date can make restaurants and other venues busier.

Cards, flowers and meals out are among the most familiar ways the day is marked in Britain.

Valentine's DayAlways 14 February
Public holidayNo — not a bank holiday anywhere in the UK
Common ways to mark itCards, flowers and a meal out

Planning ahead

Popular restaurants and venues can book up well before 14 February, particularly when the date falls close to a weekend. If you have a specific place in mind, it is worth booking in advance rather than relying on availability on the day.

Because it is not a public holiday, most plans need to fit around an ordinary working or school day unless the date falls at the weekend.