Love, Laughs, and Cockroach Names: The Most Fun Valentine’s Day Promos of the Year
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and while classic roses and chocolates are always a hit, some brands are taking a more playful approach to the holiday. From heart-shaped pizzas to the chance to name a cockroach after an ex, these quirky promotions add a little humor and creativity to the season of love. Whether you’re celebrating with a sweetheart, flying solo, or just in it for the fun, these unique Valentine’s Day deals are sure to make you smile.
Name a Cockroach After Your Ex
Several zoos are continuing the quirky tradition of allowing individuals to name a cockroach after an ex-partner.
Bronx Zoo
For the 14th consecutive year, the Bronx Zoo’s “Name-a-Roach” program lets you symbolically name a Madagascar hissing cockroach after someone. Participants receive a digital certificate as part of the package.
Brookfield Zoo
Located in Chicago, the Brookfield Zoo offers a similar opportunity. For a $15 donation, you can name a hissing cockroach after your ex, with proceeds supporting the zoo’s initiatives.
San Antonio Zoo
The “Cry Me a Cockroach” fundraiser allows participants to name a cockroach, rodent, or vegetable after their ex. These are then fed to zoo animals on Valentine’s Day. Donation levels start at $10 for a cockroach.
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
For a $15 donation, you can name a worm after your ex, which will then be fed to sloth bears. Participants receive a personalized 30-45 second video of the event. Alternatively, for $30, you can donate a felt heart to be used by penguins for nesting, accompanied by a video of the penguins interacting with it.
DiGiorno’s Heartichoke Pizza
The pizza brand has introduced a limited-edition Heartichoke Pizza, shaped like a heart and topped with mozzarella, spinach, garlic, ricotta cheese, tomato, and artichoke hearts on a thin crust with creamy garlic sauce. Priced at $2.14, it’s available exclusively on DiGiorno’s website on select dates leading up to Valentine’s Day.
Red Robin’s Onion Ring Proposal Contest
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers is hosting a unique contest where couples can propose using one of their onion rings. By proposing at a Red Robin location on February 14, 2025, and uploading a photo or video of the moment, participants have a chance to win a diamond engagement ring valued up to $10,000. The winning couple will also receive up to $180 worth of onion rings during their engagement.
Sam’s Club Cookie Cake Return
After being discontinued in early 2024, Sam’s Club is bringing back its popular cookie cake just in time for Valentine’s Day. This dessert features two large chocolate chip cookies with buttercream frosting and will be available starting February 1, 2025.
