Join us inside the haunted DeSoto House Hotel for an evening of dark Galena history, eerie folklore, and true ghost stories, with a touch of music.

Hear of infamous murders, tragedies, and hauntings that have lingered throughout our darkest history.

Our intimate, indoor Salon style show runs for 90 minutes, with a 15 minute intermission, and features free hot & cold appetizers and a cash bar. Just $30 per person. We offer a few select Saturdays through March.

Come ready to hear all about Galena’s dark history, local folklore, and infamous hauntings.

For more information and to book tickets, click here!

Hat & Honey Bar
DeSoto House Hotel
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Cost: $80
Date: February 13th, March 6th, April 3rd and May 8th

Gather your friends and family for a one-of-a-kind experience at Dry Creek Beekeeping’s Hat Bar & Honey Bar Event held at the DeSoto House Hotel in Galena!

Create Your Custom Hat: Choose from Western, Fedora, or Flat-Brimmed hats and try your hand at burning a gorgeous bee and sunflower design onto your hat using specialized tools. Your hat will be pre-stenciled with a custom-made bee and sunflower design, so you can easily burn in the design with the help from expert instructor, Marie McDonough from Marie’s Wood Carvings. Plus, you’ll add your personal touch by choosing a hat band, feathers, and other accessories to make your hat truly unique!

Honey Bar Tasting: Sip, savor, and sample up to 20 varieties of delicious honey from around the world! Learn about the distinct flavor notes of each variety and discover where they come from. Once you’ve found your favorite, you can purchase your top picks to take home!

All-Inclusive Fun: Your registration fee of $80 covers everything: instruction, tools, hat, band, accessories, and honey tasting. By the end of the event, you’ll be rocking a stylish, custom-burned hat that’s all your own—and you’ll be buzzing about your honey finds!

Don’t miss out on this creative and sweet event. Space is limited—reserve your spot in advance!

Food and drinks are available to purchase through the DeSoto House Hotel. Maybe you’d like to order a charcuterie board or try a glass of honey mead wine as you enjoy this workshop.

Children ages 8+ are welcome. The felt burning of the hat requires the use of a hot tool, so please consider this when booking for children.

For tickets and more information, please click here!

Downtown Galena – February 14th

12 pm – 4 pm
Cost: $35

Unlock the sweetest side of Galena with the Annual Chocolate Lovers Stroll!

Satisfy your sweet tooth with chocolate treats while strolling picturesque Galena’s Main Street, loaded with one-of-a-kind shops and restaurants. Your ticket will get you a punch card good for 10 treats ($50 value) and a custom Galena Stroll canvas bag ($10 value). And of course the memories you create are priceless! You choose how to mix and match between our chocolate treat options & drink options.

All ticket holders must check in between 11am and 1pm at Galena Cellars at 111 N Main St. to get their punch card and embark on chocolate filled adventure. It’s a true chocolate lover’s dream come true! Ticket’s sell fast, so don’t delay!

For more information and to register, click here!

Whiskey Lovers Weekend
March 7, 2026

Experience the warmth and richness of winter with an extensive collection of bourbons and whiskeys at this historic establishment! With over 200 varieties to choose from, you’ll be able to explore the world of whiskey and find your new favorite.

Whether you’re a seasoned whiskey enthusiast or just starting to explore the world of spirits, this is the perfect place to discover new flavors and appreciate the subtle nuances of each pour. So come in, and let the whiskey tasting begin!

Tickets for 2026 have not gone on sale yet. Click here! to find out when tickets go on sale.