Stay & Play Your Way Through Mt. Rainier

Enumclaw Wine & Chocolate Festival 2026 February 6–7, 2026 | Enumclaw Expo Center

Celebrate the finer side of winter in Enumclaw. The Wine & Chocolate Festival pairs regional wineries with local chocolatiers and artisans for two flavorful days inside the Enumclaw Expo Center.

Sample bold reds, crisp whites, and handcrafted confections. Browse local goods, enjoy live music, and settle into the relaxed rhythm of Enumclaw’s wine and chocolate weekend.

Event Highlights

• Tastings from premier Pacific Northwest wineries

• Decadent chocolate pairings and artisan treats

• Live entertainment throughout the weekend

• Shopping at 50+ artisan and craft vendors

• VIP Experience with Riedel glassware, private lounge access, and curated wine selections

Tickets & Details

• VIP Tickets: $80 (limited availability)

• General Admission: On sale December 1, 2025

• General Admission Tickets: will be $40.00 per person

• Designated Driver Tickets: $15 onsite (21+ only)

• All ticket sales are final. Official tickets are sold through the Enumclaw Expo Center website.

• Friday event hours are 4PM-9:30PM the live entertainment Friday night is Dueling Pianos on one of the two stages.
  Saturday hours are 2PM-9:30PM

Plan Your Stay

Enumclaw’s inns and lodges often sell out for this festival weekend. Book your lodging early near Mount Rainier and make it a cozy getaway in the foothills.

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Scenic Train Excursion for Valentine’s Weekend

Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad

Scenic train excursions offer a relaxed way to spend Valentine’s weekend aboard a historic train in the foothills near Mount Rainier. Hosted by the Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad, each trip departs from Elbe and lasts about 1 hour and 15 minutes.

The ride focuses on scenery, motion, and storytelling. Historic railcars frame views of forested foothills, while onboard narration explains how the railroad shaped the area and the communities along the line.

Historic steam train ride near Mount Rainier

During Valentine’s weekend, the train follows a stretch of track through the foothills near Mount Rainier. As the locomotive moves through the landscape, passengers watch forests, rails, and small-town surroundings pass by at an easy pace.

Meanwhile, narration along the route shares insight into the railroad’s role in the region and Elbe’s history as a rail town. Because the ride maintains a calm, steady rhythm, it feels easy to settle in and enjoy the view without distraction.

Departure times

Saturday and Sunday departures include
• 11:00 AM
• 1:15 PM
• 3:30 PM

Ticket pricing

• Adults $34
• Youth ages 5 to 17 $15
• Children under 5 ride free

Because mid day departures often fill first, advance reservations are recommended.

Turn your train ride into an overnight stay

After the ride, staying overnight in Elbe allows the experience to extend beyond a single departure. As a result, visitors can enjoy the area without watching the clock or planning around a long drive home.

Since lodging near the depot is limited on Valentine’s weekend, booking early helps secure the best options. View local lodging options in Elbe and nearby gateway communities here:

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