The Sweet Stroll

Friday, February 6, 2026

Overview

The Sweet Stroll, hosted by the Grinnell Area Chamber of Commerce, is the perfect time to grab friends or a sweetie for a stroll! In downtown Grinnell, experience the comfort and joy of local with our retailers and restaurants. Throughout the evening, they’ll offer Valentine’s Day sweets and refreshments, as well as some sweet deals! Afterwards, enjoy a Valentine’s Day dinner special with our participating restaurants. Special thank you to our chocolate sponsor, Mahaska Communication Group. Unless otherwise noted, participating businesses below will be open until 8 PM.

Participating Businesses*:

Bates Flowers by Design: Valentine’s Day greeting cards available for $1. Place a Valentine order and receive free delivery in Grinnell the week of Valentine's Day or a reduced fee outside of Grinnell city limits! Purchases of $25 and above made during the Sweet Stroll will enter to win a free Valentine’s Bouquet for pickup February 12-14.

Beckman Gallery & Gifts: Enjoy an Art and Makers show, featuring 4-6 local artists displaying their art, on sale by the artists during the Sweet Stroll. Complimentary wine samples for ages 21+.

Brown’s Shoe Fit: Snacks and refreshments, a date gift basket giveaway and a selfie wall. Regular items $14 off, and sale items will be 14% off to celebrate!

Loralei's Giftshoppe: Live guitar featuring Ryan Dalby Albright, and chocolates to those who stop in.

Luther Floor Covering 236 Inc: Enjoy sweet treats from Cupcakin’ Around, and enter for a chance to win $500 towards a flooring project of $2,000+! Couples welcome; drawing will be held Feb. 14.

Pioneer Bookshop: Pop a ballon for prizes and discounts! Prizes include Valentine stuffies and books.

Prairie Canary: From 5PM - close, enjoy the Dinner for Two special: an appetizer to share, an entree (1 each) and a dessert to share!

Saint’s Rest: Hot cider and coffee giveaway. Enter a drawing for a dozen wrapped roses from Bates Flowers by Design and a drink/flower combo!

Stepping Stones Christian Bookstore: Enjoy Mom’s famous homemade fudge, a book signing with author Annessa Meader (Rest for the Depths), and draw for discounts (5-40% off!) on purchases made during the Sweet Stroll!

The Stew Makerspace: Enjoy Valentine’s Day related craft and tours.

Total Choice Shipping & Printing: Purchase premade Valentine’s and canvas painting kits. Chocolate and wine samples available.

Witte's Home Decorating: Chocolate treats and 20% off everything in-store. Open until 7 PM.

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*This list is continually changing as additional businesses choose if and how they will participate. Are you a business interested in participating? Sign up using our online Sweet Stroll registration form below.

Become a Sponsor

The Sweet Stroll highlights opportunities to shop local for Valentine’s Day, building local loyalty support to our businesses. During the event, Grinnell downtown retailers host activities and offer refreshments for customers to participate in and enjoy, while local restaurants offer dinner specials. Sponsoring this event provides businesses with the opportunity to connect with local residents and visitors. In addition, sponsors are recognized as supporters for local small businesses.

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