MORE THAN A DAYTRIP
Treat your Sweetie
Valentine's Date Ideas
IN THE ST. CROIX VALLEY
Close your eyes and picture it… the gentle jingle of sleigh bells, the rhythmic clip-clop of hooves on a snowy path, and the glow of twinkling lights all around. Now open your eyes and get excited—because we are thrilled to announce that Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides are coming to Winter at Big Rock just in time for Valentine’s Day weekend!
Looking for the perfect Valentine’s date night? Snuggle up with your special someone as you glide through a breathtaking winter wonderland. With cozy blankets, crisp winter air, and a setting straight out of a romance novel, this will be a night you’ll never forget!
Create magical memories as you ride under the twinkling lights, listening to the peaceful sounds of hooves in the snow.
February 14 & 15 | 5 PM – 9 PM
The Annual Winter at Big Rock Festival is happening February 14th & 15th.
Experience the magic of:
- Sledding down our snow filled hill
- Date Night Packages for a romantic evening
- Chocuterie Board Classes with Valley Sweets & Chateau St. Croix Winery
- Live Music to keep the energy alive
- Unique Vendors
- Fun Kids Activities
- Millions of Lights illuminating the landscape
- S’mores by the fire
- Delicious food + Valentine’s Menu by The Pizza Barn
- Refreshing Cocktails & drinks
Whether you’re planning a family adventure, a romantic date, or just seeking a cozy winter experience, Winter at Big Rock has something for everyone!
February 14 & 15 | 5 PM – 9 PM
Celebrate love in all its forms at Love Songs & Libations—a special evening of live music, wine, and connection in collaboration with the Chateau St. Croix Winery!
With our ticket tiers you can enjoy your evening however you want!
Tier 1- One ticket to the concert, a glass of Chateau St. Croix wine, and a slice of cheesecake with a topping of your choice. $38
Tier 2- One ticket to the concert. $25
But don’t worry, wine and cheesecake can be purchased during intermission!
Whether you’re toasting with a partner, gathering with friends, or treating yourself, this is your invitation to celebrate love, music, and great company.
Spend the day on the slopes at Trollhaugen or Wild Mountain, and then cozy in for an authentic WI Supper Club dinner at Dalles House Restaurant & Lounge. Be sure to get an order of their famous popovers! Reservations highly recommended.
More dinner options here.
If cross country skiing is more your thing, the winter trails are now groomed at WI Interstate State Park.
Find a trail here.
We finally have snow here in the St. Croix Valley, and it’s a perfect time to break out your snowshoes. There are plenty of ungroomed trails and lakes waiting for you to explore. (Please stay clear of groomed cross country ski trails or groomed fat bike trails, as your foot print will damage the grooming)
Our area sweet shops are ready to supply you with some fresh made treats for your special someone (or for yourself!)
Find a sweet shop here.
Cold winter nights call for a hot sauna to end a day. Stay the night at the Holiday Inn and you’ll be able to indulge in their sauna.
With the recent snowfall, our Woolly Bike trails are groomed for fat tire use! Give the trails a whirl, and then hop over neighboring Trap Rock Brewing Company for a craft brew, or down the road a little further to 3 Arrows Coffee Company for your favorite cold brew drink.
This article was written by Linda Shober and produced by Linda Shober Marketing + Design, a marketing firm located in the St. Croix Valley specializing in providing content, strategy, management, design, and creative for digital and traditional marketing projects.