# Anti-Valentine's Dinner Experiences The Sour Hearts Social Club by Sour Patch Kids is for Singles By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2023-02-01 | Marketing Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-hearts-social-club References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sour-patch-kids-puts-sweet-twist-on-valentines-day-with-new-sour-hearts-black-raspberry-candy-and-exclusive-dinner-experience-301735768.html) & [sourpatchkids](https://sourpatchkids.com/)  Singles who want to avoid feelings of loneliness and bitterness on Valentine's Day can book a special dinner experience from [Sour Patch Kids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-patch-kids-and-roblox) called the [Sour Hearts Social Club](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-patch-kids-candy). This club marks the launch of the brand's new Sour Patch Kids Sour Hearts candy and the Black Raspberry flavor in a new black heart shape. The Sour Hearts Social Club was created to offer an experience for those "who want to enjoy the sweet side of Valentine's Day... without the romance." Touted as the ultimate anti-Valentine's Day celebration, the Sour Hearts Social Club will be taking place at the Allis at Soho House in Chicago, with reservations available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Guests will get to enjoy culinary treats and mocktails featuring the new [Sour Patch Kids candy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-patch-kids-sour-eggs), plus games, music and more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/marketing) > [Interactive](https://www.trendhunter.com/interactive) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Anti-valentine's Day Events:** Opportunity for brands to create unique experiences for those celebrating Valentine's Day independently. - **Brand Collaborations with Restaurants:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for brands in the food industry to partner with restaurants to create limited-time experiences. - **Mocktail and Specialty Drink Innovations:** Increasing demand for unique and creative non-alcoholic drinks creates opportunities for beverage companies to create new products. ### Where This Applies - **Candy Industry:** Opportunity for candy companies to create seasonal candies for holidays other than Valentine's Day such as Anti-Valentine's Day candies. - **Hospitality Industry:** Opportunity for hotels and event spaces to create exclusive experiences catering to singles on Valentine's Day. - **Beverage Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for beverage companies to create mocktail and specialty drink products that complement unique dining experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Galentine’s Day Candy Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-patch-kids-candy.md) - [Romantically Themed Candy Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/american-licorice-company-valentines-day.md) - [Spooky Dating-Inspired Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghosted-sweethearts.md) - [Shareable Low-Sugar Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartsweets-strawberry-hearts.md) - [Singles Valentines Day Discounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/streats-pineapple-juice.md) - [Valentine’s Day-Themed Candy Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-letters-a-candy-tasting-collection.md) - [Naughty Valentines Day Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-wood.md) - [Self-Indulgence Treat Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uber-eats-x-love-cocoa-break-up-box.md) - [Anti-Valentine’s Day Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antivalentines-day-pack.md)