The following listicle by the EventMasterBook editorial team presents 5 international Top Events for Valentine’s Day. Top or flop? Valentine’s Day is often criticized for being considered commercial and superficial. Nevertheless, February 14th is annually an occasion for events and celebrations – all around the globe. The many creative event concepts worldwide are not only perfect for couples in love, but also for event professionals looking for inspiration. The following listicle is intended to help find the most interesting event concepts.
On February 14, 2025, Valentine’s Day will be back. The day of love & romance is celebrated worldwide, although it is originated in Europe and originally had no pleasant reason (see the interesting facts at the end of this article). However, in our modern times, Valentine’s Day is a celebration of joy. There are countless events around the 14th of February worldwide, including large public events.
The EventMasterBook editorial team has been looking for the most interesting international Valentine’s Day Events. Here are our TOP 5 that could definitely be worth a trip:
1. New York, USA: Valentine’s Day at Times Square
Times Square in New York, USA, is world-famous for its spectacular celebrations. On February 14, 2025, there will again be special events such as a "Valentine’s Day Kiss-In" action, where couples can publicly show their love in the midst of the bright lights of Times Square. In addition, there will be music and dance events, street performers, and pop-up stands, filling the day with more romantic action. By the way, the official website Love-in-Times-Square has all the information about the activities at this special place and day.
2. Sydney, Australia: Valentine’s Day at the Royal Botanic Garden
In Sydney, the Royal Botanic Garden is a popular venue for Valentine’s Day. Various public activities take place here, including outdoor concerts, romantic picnics, and special tours. The Valentine’s events are also popular because of their beautiful setting with views of the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. If you want to fly to Sydney with your loved one and enjoy a Valentine’s picnic, you can find offers on the BotanicHouse | Valentine’s Picnic website.
3. Venice, Italy: Venetian Carnival Valentine’s Day Celebration
The Venetian Carnival often falls close to Valentine’s Day, making it the perfect opportunity to celebrate February 14th amidst colorful costumes and carnival parades. Although the carnival in Venice takes place after Valentine’s Day this year, mask balls and other amazing events will be organized in the world-famous lagoon city weeks before the carnival days, offering lovers a romantic setting on February 14th. On the Venice Carnival website, you can find, among other things, information on activities on Valentine’s Day at the famous Piazza San Marco: San Valentino Piazza San Marco.
4. Taipei, Taiwan: Valentine’s Day Lantern Festival
In Taipei, there is an annual large public event for Valentine’s Day, where thousands of lanterns, filled by couples and singles, are carried through the city. Participants can write their wishes and hopes on the lanterns and then send them into the sky in a grand light show in the evening. This event combines Valentine’s Day with the traditional Lantern Festival, which is tied to the Chinese New Year. In 2025, it begins on February 12. You can find information on the Taiwan Tourism Bureau’s website for the Lantern Festival 2025.
5. Dubai, UAE: Valentine’s Day Fireworks
Dubai is internationally known for its spectacular fireworks and extravagant events. Every year on Valentine’s Day, there is a large fireworks display and light show at the Burj Khalifa and along the Dubai Fountain. The show on February 14 is one of the city’s biggest seasonal attractions. If you fly with Emirates, the world’s largest airline based in Dubai, you might experience a particularly romantic red ambient lighting on select flights around Valentine’s Day. There are also many special Valentine’s offers, such as champagne, chocolates, special menus, gifts, and much more. More information can be found on the Emirates Valentine’s Day website.
Interesting Facts about Valentine’s Day – Where Does Valentine’s Day Come From?
The origin of Valentine’s Day is originated in the 3rd century – in the legend of Saint Valentine, who is said to have secretly married couples (against an official decree), making him a symbol of love and affection.
Valentine was a priest who lived during the reign of Emperor Claudius II in the Roman Empire. At that time, Claudius had banned marriage, believing that single men would make better soldiers. However, Valentine did not obey this order and secretly married couples.
Because of this, Valentine was executed on February 14, 269 AD. In his farewell letter, he confessed his love to the daughter of a jailer who had cared for him during his imprisonment. This legendary detail further strengthened the connection of the name "Valentine" to the theme of love.
Especially in the 19th century, Valentine’s Day gained popularity in the UK and the USA, when giving love letters became fashionable. The invention of Valentine’s cards in Victorian England – crafted from elaborate papers and filled with a lot of emotions – spread the tradition. Later, gifts like flowers, especially roses, and chocolates were added. Today, Valentine’s Day has evolved into a worldwide day of love, for lovers, and for celebrating.
Cover image: Valentine’s Day 2025 at Times Square in New York (Screenshot, 1 Feb, 2025 | Source: https://www.timessquarenyc.org)
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Summary: Five International Top Events for Valentine’s Day 2025. Listicle by the EventMasterBook.com Editorial Team
Please note: This text was translated from the German EventMasterBook.de Event Magazine (see article: Top Events Valentinstag 2025). Please excuse any translation errors.
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