Sweet Valentine’s Day Trivia You’ll Love (Plus Candy to Celebrate!)
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Valentine’s Day isn’t just about flowers and cards — it’s packed with fascinating history, fun facts, and sweet traditions. Whether you're planning a classroom party, romantic evening, or festive candy buffet, these Valentine’s trivia facts will make you fall in love with the holiday all over again.
Let’s dive into some sweet trivia!
❤️ 1. Over 145 Million Valentine’s Cards Are Exchanged Each Year
Valentine’s Day is the second most popular card-sending holiday after Christmas. Kids love exchanging classroom valentines — and what makes those cards even better? Candy, of course!
Pair classroom exchanges with fun treats like our Gumballs Individually Wrapped for easy, hygienic, and colorful party favors.
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🍫 2. Chocolate Has Always Been a Valentine’s Favorite
In the 1800s, Richard Cadbury introduced the first heart-shaped chocolate box. Since then, chocolate has become one of the most gifted Valentine’s treats in the world.
Looking to build a candy table beyond chocolate? Add elegant touches like our Silver Wrapped Buttermints for a classy and timeless candy display.
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💌 3. Conversation Hearts Started in 1866
Those iconic pastel hearts with sweet sayings date back over 150 years! Originally larger and more decorative, they eventually became the bite-sized candies we know today.
Hosting a Valentine’s candy buffet? Soft, sweet options like Peachy Hearts 2-Pack Sour Peach Gummies make the perfect modern twist on heart-shaped treats.
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🌹 4. Red Roses Symbolize Love
Red roses became linked to Valentine’s Day because they were said to be the favorite flower of Venus, the Roman goddess of love.
To match the red theme, consider adding vibrant candy like Sour Cola Bottles or red-themed gummies to your Valentine’s party spread.
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💍 5. Valentine’s Day Is Popular for Proposals
Millions of couples get engaged on February 14th each year. That makes Valentine’s Day one of the most romantic proposal dates!
Planning an engagement party or wedding reception? Elegant candy buffet additions like individually wrapped mints or festive gummies help create a polished, guest-friendly dessert table.
Make Your Valentine’s Celebration Sweeter
Whether you're planning:
- A classroom party
- A romantic dinner
- A Galentine’s gathering
- A wedding or engagement celebration
- Or a festive candy buffet
The right candy makes every moment sweeter.
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