Valentine’s Day in China — Feb 14, 520, and Qixi (七夕)
In China, romance moments happen on multiple dates: the Western Valentine’s Day (2/14), “520” (May 20), and Qixi (七夕). Use this hub for traditions, gifts, messages, date ideas, and city guides.
China-first Valentine’s hub for 2026: Western Valentine’s Day (Feb 14), 520 (May 20), Qixi (七夕), plus gifts, messages, date ideas, and city guides.
In China, romance moments happen on multiple dates: the Western Valentine’s Day (2/14), “520” (May 20), and Qixi (七夕). Use this hub for traditions, gifts, messages, date ideas, and city guides.
How people celebrate 2/14, 520, and Qixi—plus modern dating culture.
ExploreChina’s “traditional Valentine’s Day”: meaning, activities, and messages.
ExploreWhat 520 means, what to gift, and how to plan a date.
ExploreHotpot nights, skyline views, dessert crawls, and easy itineraries.
ExploreClassic choices and practical upgrades that feel personal.
ExploreCopy-ready lines for WeChat, cards, and captions.
ExplorePick one anchor plan (dinner, view, show), book earlier in tier-1 cities, and add one personal message. That’s the high-impact combo.
Browse city guides