Valentines day trivia works for a class party, an office break, a senior center afternoon or a date night at home. Every history and number question below has an answer checked against a named source. The question lists for couples, kids and students have no right answers. They are for talking and laughing. Print the page, read the questions aloud and keep score on a napkin.
Valentine's Day trivia at a glance
| Section | Questions | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Valentine's Day trivia questions and answers | 12 | Adults, seniors, pub-style games |
| Valentine's Day trivia multiple choice with answers | 6 | Printable quiz sheets |
| Love trivia questions | 6 | Science and animal fans |
| Valentines day trivia for kids | 8 | Classrooms, family night |
| Valentine riddles with answers | 6 | Kids, icebreakers |
| Valentine's Day questions for couples | 10 | Date night |
| Valentines this or that questions | 10 | Quick party rounds |
| Would you rather Valentine's questions | 8 | Friends, couples |
| Galentine's questions | 6 | Friend groups |
| Valentine's Day questions for students | 8 | Teachers, icebreakers |
How to play Valentine's trivia
- Split into teams of two to four people.
- Read each question twice, then give 30 seconds to answer.
- Give one point per correct answer. For a harder round, read multiple choice questions without the options and give two points.
- Use the couples or this-or-that lists as a bonus round with no scoring.
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Valentine's Day trivia questions and answers
Answers in this section come from History.com, Britannica, the National Retail Federation and Kids Web Japan. Each source is linked below its question group.
History of Valentine's Day
- What date is Valentine's Day? Answer: February 14.
- Which Roman emperor is said to have executed a priest named Valentine around 270 CE? Answer: Claudius II Gothicus.
- According to legend, why did Claudius II ban marriage for young men? Answer: He believed single men made better soldiers.
- What did the imprisoned Valentine reportedly sign his letter with? Answer: "From your Valentine."
- Which mid-February Roman festival is linked to the roots of Valentine's Day? Answer: Lupercalia.
- Which pope is credited with declaring February 14 St. Valentine's Day at the end of the 5th century? Answer: Pope Gelasius.
- Which English poet tied St. Valentine's Day to romance in "The Parliament of Fowls"? Answer: Geoffrey Chaucer.
- Who wrote the oldest surviving valentine, from the Tower of London in 1415? Answer: Charles, Duke of Orleans.
- Who was called the "Mother of the Valentine" for selling the first mass-produced valentines in America in the 1840s? Answer: Esther A. Howland.
Sources: History.com, History of Valentine's Day and Britannica, Valentine's Day.
Valentine's Day by the numbers
- How much did Americans expect to spend on Valentine's Day 2026? Answer: A record $29.1 billion, according to the National Retail Federation.
- What was the most popular Valentine's gift in the NRF 2026 survey? Answer: Candy, planned by 56% of shoppers.
- How many Valentine's Day cards are sent each year, according to Hallmark figures cited by History.com? Answer: More than 145 million.
Sources: NRF, January 27, 2026 and History.com.
Valentine's Day trivia multiple choice with answers
- Cupid comes from which Greek god of love? A) Apollo B) Eros C) Hermes. Answer: B) Eros (History.com).
- In Japan, when do men return Valentine's gifts on White Day? A) February 28 B) March 14 C) April 1. Answer: B) March 14 (Kids Web Japan).
- What candy did the company that started White Day in 1965 want men to give? A) Marshmallows B) Lollipops C) Gum. Answer: A) Marshmallows (Kids Web Japan).
- Which 1996 movie has the line "You had me at hello"? A) Titanic B) Jerry Maguire C) Notting Hill. Answer: B) Jerry Maguire (AFI Catalog).
- What share of Americans planned to celebrate Valentine's Day in 2026? A) 35% B) 55% C) 75%. Answer: B) 55% (NRF).
- What did Americans plan to spend on pet gifts for Valentine's Day 2026? A) $500 million B) $2.1 billion C) $9 billion. Answer: B) $2.1 billion (NRF).
Sources: Kids Web Japan, White Day and AFI Catalog, Jerry Maguire. The AFI Catalog lists the line at number 52 on AFI's 2005 list of 100 movie quotes.
Love trivia questions
- How many hearts does an octopus have? Answer: Three. Two pump blood to the gills and one sends it to the rest of the body.
- How many hearts does a sea star have? Answer: None. It moves seawater through its body instead.
- Which sea creature has four hearts? Answer: The hagfish.
- Who is the teddy bear named after? Answer: President Theodore Roosevelt.
- Who made the first "Teddy's Bear" toy in his Brooklyn candy shop? Answer: Morris Michtom.
- Who first printed sayings on candy hearts in the 1860s? Answer: Daniel Chase.
Sources: NOAA National Ocean Service, National Park Service, The Story of the Teddy Bear and FOX 11, February 9, 2024.
Valentines day trivia for kids
- What month is Valentine's Day in? Answer: February.
- Which little winged character shoots arrows to make people fall in love? Answer: Cupid.
- Which shape is the symbol of Valentine's Day? Answer: A heart.
- Which color roses are the classic Valentine's gift? Answer: Red.
- Which sea animal has three hearts? Answer: The octopus.
- Which sea animal has no heart at all? Answer: The sea star.
- Which president is the teddy bear named after? Answer: Theodore Roosevelt.
- Which kind of animal do Americans buy Valentine's gifts for, besides people? Answer: Pets.
Valentine riddles with answers
- What did the pencil say to the paper on Valentine's Day? Answer: "I dot my i's on you."
- What do you call two birds in love? Answer: Tweethearts.
- Why did the banana go to the Valentine's dance? Answer: It had a lot of appeal.
- What did one volcano say to the other? Answer: "I lava you."
- What do squirrels give on Valentine's Day? Answer: Forget-me-nuts.
- Why don't skeletons have Valentine's dates? Answer: They have no body to go with.
Valentine's Day questions for couples
- Where did we go on our first date, and what did you order?
- What was your first impression of me?
- Which song reminds you of us?
- What is your favorite memory from this past year together?
- What small thing do I do that makes your day better?
- If we could repeat one trip, which would it be?
- What is one thing you want us to try this year?
- Which of my habits secretly makes you smile?
- What would your ideal Valentine's Day look like?
- When did you know you loved me?
Valentines this or that questions
- Chocolate or candy hearts?
- Roses or sunflowers?
- Dinner out or cooking at home?
- Handwritten card or a long text?
- Rom-com or action movie?
- Breakfast in bed or a fancy dinner?
- Matching sweatshirts or matching pajamas?
- Beach trip or cabin weekend?
- Slow dance or karaoke duet?
- Big surprise or planned together?
Would you rather Valentine's questions
- Would you rather get a love letter or a playlist made for you?
- Would you rather have a picnic in the park or dinner on a rooftop?
- Would you rather eat only chocolate or only candy hearts for a day?
- Would you rather relive your first date or plan a brand-new one?
- Would you rather get flowers every week or one big gift a year?
- Would you rather have Cupid's wings or Cupid's arrows?
- Would you rather spend Valentine's Day at a concert or at home with takeout?
- Would you rather write a poem or sing a song for your Valentine?
Galentine's questions
- What is the best advice a friend in this room ever gave you?
- Which friend would you call first in an emergency?
- What is our funniest group memory?
- Who in the group is most likely to plan a surprise party?
- What song should be our friendship anthem?
- Where should our next girls' trip be?
Valentine's Day questions for students
These icebreaker questions fit a class circle or a morning meeting.
- Who is someone you are thankful for, and why?
- What is the kindest thing someone did for you this year?
- If you could give anyone in the world a valentine, who would it be?
- What is your favorite Valentine's candy?
- What makes a good friend?
- What is one nice thing you can do for a classmate today?
- Which animal would make the best Valentine mascot?
- If you could invent a new Valentine's tradition, what would it be?
Funny Valentine's Day facts
- Pets got a record share of love in 2026. The NRF found 35% of shoppers planned pet gifts.
- White Day in Japan started as "Marshmallow Day," a campaign by a marshmallow company.
- A sea star celebrates Valentine's Day with no heart at all.
- The maker of Sweethearts, NECCO, filed for bankruptcy. Spangler Candy Company bought the brand in 2018.
Prizes for the trivia winner
A small prize keeps the game competitive. Matching couple sweatshirts, a heart-embroidered hoodie or a cap with the winner's initials all work. Browse our couple gifts and personalized embroidered gifts. For card ideas, read our valentines messages for husbands.
Frequently asked questions
What are good Valentine's Day trivia questions for adults?
History questions work well, such as "Who wrote the oldest surviving valentine?" The answer is Charles, Duke of Orleans, in 1415.
What are easy valentines day trivia questions for kids?
Ask about Cupid, the heart symbol, red roses and the octopus with three hearts.
Are these valentine's day trivia questions good for seniors?
Yes. The history and multiple choice sections use clear facts and no pop-culture slang.
What is a good valentine's day quiz with 20 answers?
Combine the 12 history questions, 6 multiple choice questions and 2 love trivia questions for a 20-question quiz.
What are fun Valentine's Day questions for couples?
Ask about your first date, your first impression of each other and your favorite memory from the past year.
Can I print this Valentine's trivia?
Yes. Use your browser's print menu and choose "Save as PDF" for a printable copy with answers.
