In 1875, 17 Countries Signed the Metre Convention
A quick guide to the meter—the standard unit of length—with 4 examples of where the meter is part of day-to-day life in the USA (instead of inches, yards, and miles).
Valentine’s Day on February 14 is a global holiday that traditionally celebrates romantic love. The holiday has taken a secular form in recent years and is celebrated in almost all countries worldwide.
Is Valentine's Day a Public Holiday?
Even though Valentine's Day falls on 14 Şubat 2026 Cumartesi, it is a working day. Most businesses follow regular opening hours in Spain.
Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate true love. How will you celebrate your valentine?
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About Valentine's Day
Read more about Valentine's Day.Valentine's Day Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Cum | 14 Şub | Valentine's Day | Observance |
| 2021 | Paz | 14 Şub | Valentine's Day | Observance |
| 2022 | Pzt | 14 Şub | Valentine's Day | Observance |
| 2023 | Sal | 14 Şub | Valentine's Day | Observance |
| 2024 | Çar | 14 Şub | Valentine's Day | Observance |
| 2025 | Cum | 14 Şub | Valentine's Day | Observance |
| 2026 | Cmt | 14 Şub | Valentine's Day | Observance |
| 2027 | Paz | 14 Şub | Valentine's Day | Observance |
| 2028 | Pzt | 14 Şub | Valentine's Day | Observance |
| 2029 | Çar | 14 Şub | Valentine's Day | Observance |
| 2030 | Per | 14 Şub | Valentine's Day | Observance |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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