Treat you and your loved one to a weekend of romance in the beautiful Verde Valley.

Stroll hand in hand as you soak in the scenic beauty of Out of Africa, where wild wonders and unforgettable animals set the perfect backdrop. Wander the park, catch the shows, and fall a little more in love—just try not to be outshined by the animals stealing the spotlight. After, you can sit, relax, and have some food at one of our many local restaurants.

Or enjoy the Chocolate Lover Festival on the Verde Canyon Railroad. February 12th – 15th. Take a scenic 4 hr. train ride paired with gourmet chocolate, champagne, and Valentine themed cocktails. $175.00 per person, the train departs at 1:00 PM. https://verdecanyonrr.com/chocolate-lovers-festival/

Take advantage of Touch a Truck, this free event is February 14th 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Get up close with all the cool trucks while meeting the people who own them. Climb in, explore, and enjoy hands-on fun with trucks of all shapes and sizes—it’s an experience built for curiosity, smiles, and a whole lot of excitement! https://visitcampverde.com/touch-a-truck/

You can also, attend Old Town Cottonwoods Sip & Stroll, February 14th 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Enjoy samples of drinks and appetizers as you stroll old town. Tickets are $50.00 each. https://www.oldtown.org/sipstroll.html

Of course, don’t forget to stop by Out of Africa Wildlife Park for our Sweethearts Day!