Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and whether you’re a football fan or just a fan of chocolates, Russell Stover has the perfect play to make this year’s celebration extra sweet. This February, the iconic American chocolatier has teamed up with dynamic athlete couple Zach and Julie Ertz to bring you a fun and exciting way to celebrate love—and possibly score a romantic trip to the Big Game in 2026!
The perfect Valentine’s Day game plan
This isn’t just about picking up a box of chocolates. Russell Stover wants you to “Tackle Valentine’s Day” the right way, with a chance to win a three-day, all-expenses-paid trip to Santa Clara, California, to watch the Big Game in 2026. That’s right, folks! A romantic getaway to one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year could be yours, all by indulging in some chocolatey goodness. It doesn’t get sweeter than that!
The campaign kicks off with a fun partnership featuring Zach and Julie Ertz, who know a thing or two about teamwork and supporting each other. As professional athletes, they juggle careers, family life, and plenty of stress, but one thing that’s always been at the center of their relationship is supporting each other—especially when it comes to celebrating special moments like Valentine’s Day.
“We would not have been able to tackle being professional athletes and parents without our continued support for each other,” said Julie Ertz. “Even with our hectic lives we always try to take time to celebrate our relationship, especially when Valentine’s Day comes around.”
“That’s why our partnership with Russell Stover is the perfect fit and we’re excited to encourage other couples to run the winning route during Valentine’s Day and head to the store to grab a Russell Stover Heart Shaped Gift box,” said Zach Ertz.
Here’s how you can win big
This isn’t just about scoring points for your sweetheart with a heart-shaped box of Russell Stover chocolates (though let’s be honest, that’s already a win). If you want to go big this year, here’s your chance:
- Enter the Contest: Head over to www.RussellStover.com/Valentines and enter the Valentine’s Day sweepstakes for a chance to win. You have until February 28, 2025, to submit your entry.
- Grand Prize: One lucky couple will win the ultimate romantic getaway to Santa Clara, California for the Big Game in 2026. The trip includes round-trip travel, accommodations, and tickets to the game.
- First Prize: Fifty couples will score a couple’s game day prize pack, which includes a gift card for fan gear, Russell Stover merchandise, and enough chocolate to make sure you’re cozy and happy for the big game.
It’s as simple as that! All you need to do is grab a box of Russell Stover chocolates, head to the contest website, and cross your fingers for that sweet, sweet prize.
Why Russell Stover?
For those who may not know, Russell Stover has been a trusted name in chocolates since 1923. Known for their high-quality ingredients and mouth-watering confections, the brand has become synonymous with celebrating special moments, especially Valentine’s Day. In fact, Russell Stover is the leading Valentine’s chocolate brand in dollar sales, making them the go-to for lovebirds who want to show their affection in the most delicious way possible.
Whether you’re gifting a classic heart-shaped box of chocolates or indulging in their new seasonal treats, Russell Stover has something for every sweet tooth. But this Valentine’s Day, they’re taking things up a notch by not only offering chocolates but also the chance to win a trip to one of the most exciting sporting events of the year.
“Russell Stover chocolate’s help people celebrate the love they have for each other, especially during Valentine’s Day. And as the leading Valentines chocolate brand in dollar sales**, we’re excited to help one lucky couple “Tackle Valentine’s Day” with a romantic getaway to the Big Game,” said Russell Stover’s Vice President of Marketing, Patrick Khattak.
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