Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and finding the perfect gift can make the day extra special for your loved one. Indiana offers a variety of unique shops across its regions where you can discover thoughtful and memorable gifts. Here's a curated list of four exceptional places in the northern, central, and southern parts of the state to help you find that perfect present.

Wear Your Heart On Your Sleeve: Show your love for Indiana with this limited edition "Heart of the Midwest" t-shirt and hat. Get yours on our shop

Heart of the midwest

Sweet Temptations Trail: Looking for the first trail to try? Look no further! Indiana is home to several confectionaries and bakeries that have been open for generations, and have consequently formed recipes with modern twists, that perfect classics, and bring out brand-new flavors! Between the care each temptation is created with and the fresh, local ingredients every stop is known for its mouthwatering goods.

Chocolates

Halotherapy — the practice of spending time in a salt-enriched microclimate for therapeutic health purposes — is taking the country by storm, and Indiana is no exception. Spa-style salt caves and salt rooms are popping up throughout the state, each delivering its own unique way to unwind.

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Northern Indiana

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Albanese Confectionery (Merrillville): Known for their world-famous gummies and chocolates, Albanese offers a delightful selection of sweet treats. Their Valentine's Day specials include heart-shaped gummies and classic heart-shaped boxes of chocolates, making it a sweet stop for your valentine.

Albanese Candy

Lake Street Gallery (Miller Beach): This charming gallery features locally made art, jewelry, and unique gifts. A handcrafted piece from Lake Street Gallery can serve as a meaningful and one-of-a-kind gift for your special someone.

 

DeBrand Fine Chocolates (Fort Wayne): At DeBrand Fine Chocolates, you can experience an elegant and relaxing atmosphere while you enjoy fine chocolates made with only the highest quality ingredients. Have a taste of a gourmet hot chocolate or enjoy a decadent sundae topped with your choice of toppings, or one of the many other desserts and drinks available.

DeBrand Chocolate dessert date, Fort Wayne

Annie Oakley Natural Perfumery (Noble County): Welcome to Annie Oakley, the only perfumery whose unique products are 100% born and bred in the U.S.A.

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Central Indiana

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Silver in the City (Indianapolis): For a meaningful and modern gift, browse Silver in the City for locally crafted jewelry, quirky home goods, and love-inspired gifts. They also carry items made by Indiana artisans, adding a special touch to your Valentine’s surprise.

Silver in the city

Kokomo Opalescent Glass (Kokomo): Tour America’s oldest art glass company, Kokomo Opalescent Glass! Feel the heat as you confront art glass that is hand-ladled and rolled from a 2,500-degree furnace and watch skilled artisans make hand-blown glass creations in the Hot Glass Studio.

Kokomo Opalescent Glass Factory

 

The Valentine's Day Guide To Lafayette-West Lafayette:  What's your love language? Do you use words to share your feelings? Maybe a hug? Or do you like to give gifts to express your love and feelings? A special treat can combine all three with the right messaging! Or possibly a date night out dancing the night away or participating in creative activities like candle making and sign painting.

 

Valentines Day in West Lala

 

Antique Alley (Richmond): Indiana's Antique Alley has made an exceptional name for itself in the world of antiques. With 1,200+ dealers along two interlocking loop trails, Antique Alley has become Indiana’s premier, year-round antiques destination. The trails leisurely ramble through historic and scenic eastern Indiana to a variety of both small and large antique shops and malls offering a plethora of affordable treasures from the past.

 

Want to extend your trip? Make sure to check out their romance packages here

Antique Alley

Southern Indiana

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French Lick Resort (French Lick): Take in the beauty of what was once called the 8th wonder of the world. Sweeten the deal by reserving their Romance Package which includes a bottle of house wine and a special welcome gift. 

West Baden Springs Hotel at French Lick Resort

Feel that Southern Indiana Love (SoIN): Check out this list of top romantic experiences and events perfect for the day of love. 

Valentines Day SoIN

 

Swipe Right Night (Evansville): Calling all singles! Come to the Thunderbolts game on 2.14 and participate in our speed dating in the Suite Club before the game starts! Participate in our singles section to mix and mingle with your future partner. During the first intermission, we will hold blind dating with the chance to win the perfect date night.

Swipe Right Night

Valentine's Day Giveaway

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Ready to treat your Valentine to the ultimate date night? In partnership with Discover Southern Indiana, you can enter your information below for your chance to win this Valentines Day Prize Pack including:

1 night stay at a Silo Suite at Patoka Lake Winery

Wine Tasting for 2 at Patoka Lake Winery

Beer Tasting for 2 at Patoka Lake Brewing Company

$50 gift card for Benny's Off the Water (available March - October)

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