A man and woman stand side by side inside a cave. The man has one arm around the woman and his other hand is holding a red lantern in front of his body.

(January 6, 2026) – A one-of-a-kind date night adventure launches at Ruby Falls this Valentine’s season on select February evenings. Romance at Ruby welcomes couples for an unforgettable lantern-lit, after-hours guided tour of Ruby Falls Caverns, sweet keepsakes and tales of legendary love stories.

During the scenic stroll to the waterfall, a Ruby Falls guide shares the inspiring love story of Leo Lambert and his wife, Ruby, that led to the accidental discovery of Ruby Falls. Romance at Ruby tours are capped at 10 couples, creating a peaceful, inspiring setting for lingering longer at the stunning waterfall and ancient formations illuminated by the gentle glow of hand-held lanterns.

“Romance at Ruby is inspired by the remarkable love story at the heart of our park’s history,” shares Hollie Baranick, tours and special projects manager. “Leo’s love for Ruby led him to find what many consider to be one of the world’s most beautiful waterfalls.”

The recommended 30-minute early arrival gives guests the opportunity to enjoy gorgeous views of the moonlit Tennessee River, sparkling city lights and twinkling stars from a top historic Lookout Mountain Tower and relax fireside in the park’s cozy limestone castle before the tour begins.

Because only a limited number of tickets are available, advance ticket purchase is necessary at rubyfalls.com. Romance at Ruby tickets are $95.95 per couple and include the special Valentine’s after-hours tour for two guests, keepsake photo and gift. Purchase tickets early, as this multi-night event sells out quickly.

For reservations and information, visit www.rubyfalls.com/things-to-do/romance-at-ruby/

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About Ruby Falls

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Ruby Falls is home to the nation’s tallest underground waterfall open to the public. The park’s diverse ecosystem fosters deep connections to nature for over half a million visitors annually through unforgettable experiences on Lookout Mountain in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Guests enjoy guided cave tours to see the waterfall discovered 97 years ago, spectacular views of the Cumberland Plateau, gliding seasonal ziplines, luxury treehouse lodging, and award-winning special events. The park’s historic castle built in 1929 features a casual café and beautiful private event venue. Committed to cave conservation and recognized as a tourism leader in environmental sustainability, Ruby Falls is the first attraction in the United States to earn certification from Green Globe, the internationally respected standard for environmental sustainability, and is a recipient of the Governor’s Environmental Stewardship Award for Excellence.

A man with dark hair and a bread stands in a cave with his arm around a women with dark hair and glasses while holding a red lantern.