Amana Colonies Romance Weekend
Celebrate love in the Amana Colonies during Romance Weekend.
From special dinners and shopping experiences to cozy overnight stays, this weekend is the perfect way to enjoy time with someone special.
Amana Colonies, Iowa
Romance Weekend returns to the Amana Colonies February 13–15, 2026, inviting couples, families, and visitors to celebrate love in Amana. Enjoy a weekend filled with special events, romantic dining, live music, shopping specials, lodging packages, and one-of-a-kind experiences.
Throughout the weekend, participating businesses will offer Valentine-themed events and promotions—making it easy to plan a romantic getaway, a fun night out, or a cozy winter day trip.
An Upcoming Look at Amana Colonies Romance Weekend 2026
Events & Promotions
Ackerman Winery
Promotion | Adult Only | February 13–15, 2026
Stop in during weekend hours to enjoy Valentine-inspired wine and cocktail specials.
Hours:
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Friday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
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Saturday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
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Sunday: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Specials include:
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Couples Cocktails Flight – $12
(Bee’s Knees, Cupid’s Punch & Valentine’s Mule — supplies limited) -
Tropical Fishbowl Margarita – $20
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Sparkling Cranberry Mimosa – $10
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Chocolate & Wine Pairing Flights
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Pick 5 Wine Tasting Flights – $10
Saturday, February 14 | 1:00 p.m.
Name That Love Tune, hosted by Jonesy
Amana Arts Guild – Valentine’s Day Couples Paint Night
Event | Adult Only
Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 6:30–8:00 p.m.
Amana Arts Guild, High Amana
Enjoy a hands-on date night guided by local artist Kristie Yoder. Couples will create an acrylic portrait of their favorite person using simple, step-by-step instruction. No experience necessary—just come ready to have fun.
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All materials, snacks & beverages included
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$60 per couple
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Limit: 10 couples
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Adults only
Registration: amanaartsguild.com
Tip: Dine at the Ronneburg Restaurant beforehand — let them know you’re attending the class to receive a dinner discount.
Chocolate Haus
Promotion | All Ages Welcome
Hours:
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Friday: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
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Saturday: 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
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Sunday: 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Weekend Special:
Buy one dozen gourmet chocolate-dipped strawberries for $24.99, get the second dozen for $19.
A specialty Romance Weekend drink menu will also be available.
Die Heimat Country Inn
Promotion | Adult Only
Enjoy free wine and chocolates when booking any two-night stay (Friday, Saturday, or Sunday).
Please call to book: (319) 622-3937
Sandstone Haus
Promotion | All Ages Welcome
Escape to a cozy retreat in the heart of the Amana Colonies. Walk to candlelit dinners, wine tastings, and fall in love all over again.
Book direct at SandstoneHaus.com
Fireside Winery in the Village
Promotion | Adult Only
Hours:
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Friday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
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Saturday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
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Sunday: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Enjoy Wine & Chocolate Flights, Mimosa Flights, specialty cocktails, and shareable charcuterie boards — perfect for a romantic outing.
Four Winds Farm Apothecary
Promotion | Adult Only
Open daily | 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
With every purchase, guests may enter a drawing for:
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Scented CBG Massage Oil (Four Winds Farm)
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“In the Mood” body & linen spray (Life Distilled)
Drawing held Sunday at 5 p.m.
Need not be present to win.
Hotel Millwright – Valentine’s Chef’s Dinner
Event | Adult Only
Friday & Saturday | 5–9 p.m.
Indigo Room
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$140 per couple
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Includes soup or salad, entrée choice & one sharable dessert
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Reservations required
Call 319-838-5015
See Facebook Events page for details
Regular dinner menu not available.
Ox Yoke Inn – Valentine’s Day Wine & Dine
Event | Adult Only
Saturday, February 14 | 6:00 p.m.
Enjoy a four-course meal paired with White Cross Cellar wines.
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Advance reservation required
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Credit card guarantee required
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Minimum attendance required
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Cancellations/no-shows charged full amount
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May be held in lower-level High Amana Room (not handicapped accessible)
To reserve: 319-622-3409
Millstream Brau Haus
Friday, February 13
Event | All Ages Welcome
Open 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
Whiskey Glazed Salmon Special — $21.50
(8 oz salmon with Haus whiskey glaze & choice of two sides)
Live Music: Two Bit Maniac | 6–9 p.m.
Kitchen open until 10 p.m. | Bar open until close
Saturday, February 14
Event | Adult Only
Couples Surf & Turf | 5–10 p.m.
Dinner for two:
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16 oz prime rib
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8 oz whiskey glazed salmon
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2 sides, 2 salads & 2 drinks
$60 — while supplies last
Millstream Brewing Co.
Live Music | Event | All Ages Welcome
Saturday, February 14 | 6–9 p.m.
Enjoy live music by singer/pianist Taylor Kay, performing pop, classics, jazz, and country favorites.
Chocolate Covered Cherry Seltzer Release
Promotion | Adult Only
Available:
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Friday: 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
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Saturday: 10 a.m.–Close
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Sunday: 10 a.m.–7 p.m.
Warped & Woven Mill Mercantile
Promotion | Adult Only
Saturday, February 14 | 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Saturday-only special:
15% off blankets, wine totes, and puzzles
Warm cranberry beverage samples available.
Celebrate Love in the Amana Colonies
Romance Weekend offers something for everyone — from romantic dinners and cozy lodging to live music, shopping specials, and sweet treats throughout Amana.
Brochures + Forms
Romance Weekend Poster
