Valentines Day History
How old is Valentines Day?
(500, 1000, 1500, 2000, 2500)
1500 Years Old
What flower is most commonly gifted?
Red Roses
What does it mean to “tie the knot”?
What famous song by Rick Astley is meant to be a pop love song?
Never Gonna Give You Up (the Rick Roll song)
Which occupation receives the most Valentine’s Day gifts?
Teachers
What color of rose symbolizes friendship?
Yellow Roses
What does it mean to “wear your heart on your sleeve”?
To show your emotions openly
What is Elvis’ most popular song on Valentine’s Day?
Can’t help falling in love
How many people get engaged on Valentine’s Day?
220,000-300,000 people in the US alone
Who sent the first Valentine?
Charles, the Duke of Orleans
What filler flower is most commonly in a Valentine’s Day bouquet?
Baby’s Breath
What is an “old flame”?
Who sings “I will always love you”?
Whitney Houston
How many pounds of chocolate is purchased/ate in the US on Valentine’s week?
58 million
Where was the first valentine sent from?
The Tower of London (Mr. Charles was in prison…)
What percentage of a floral shop’s annual revenue is a result of Valentine’s Day sales?
30%
What is meant by the saying “love is blind”?
That you don’t always see the faults in your partner
What was the most popular love song of 2025?
Die With a Smile - Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga
How many Valentines are sent every year?
145 million
Which U.S. Founding Father is said to have sold chocolate out of his print shop in Philadelphia on Valentines?
Benjamin Franklin
How much money does the floral industry make in Valentine’s Day sales?
2.6 Billion dollars in the US alone
What does it mean to “carry the torch for someone”?
To still be in love with them after the relationship has ended
How old is the oldest love song?
4000 years old
Where are most of the roses sold on Valentine’s Day grown?
Colombia and Ecuador