Valentine's Day

It's Valentine's Day! Originally a spring festival, Valentine's has grown into a massive global holiday about love.
Learn more about the holiday, its history, and how it's celebrated.

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Valentine's DayA worldwide celebration of love Have you ever wondered how Valentine's Day became a holiday, who Saint Valentine is, or how Necco comes up with the phrases for their candy hearts? We did, too!

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