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Enjoy the stories of Loveland—where adventure, art and small-town charm collide. From insider tips and local favorites to tales of exploration and creativity, our blog invites you to discover what makes this place more than just a stop along the way. Dig in, get inspired and see Loveland through the eyes of those who know it best.

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Spreading Love, One Stamp at a Time

Jeanne Perrine (center) smiles at her daughter, Deanna, (right) at the 2017 Valentine Remailing Program volunteer stamping. Credit: Jenny Sparks, Prairie Mountain Media. Fifty years ago, Jeanne Perrine worked on Loveland’s Valentine Remailing Program for the very first time. It was 1975, and she worked at the Loveland Post Office. She remembers handling Valentines upstairs while volunteers were in the

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A woman enjoys a face massage.
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Self-Care-adise: A Relaxation Itinerary in Loveland

Nestled in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland isn’t just a place for romance—it’s a haven for self-care. Whether you’re looking to recharge in nature, sip wine while moving your body, snuggle up with some feline friends, or indulge in ultimate relaxation, Loveland offers a perfect retreat for mind, body, and soul. From outdoor adventures to cozy wellness experiences, here

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A couple stands in the Tunnel of Love at the 2024 Loveland Sweetheart Festival.
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It’s Valentine’s Season in Loveland!

If you love love, February is THE time to visit Loveland. The Sweetheart City’s beloved Sweetheart Festival returns, along with the annual Valentine’s Re-mailing Program, Little Miss Valentine & Mr. Cupid contest, the Loveland Valentine’s Day Group Wedding and so much more.  2025 SWEETHEART FESTIVAL Celebrate Valentines Season at the 7th Annual Loveland Sweetheart Festival in downtown Loveland!Bring the family or

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Ring in 2025: Loveland Style

It’s that time of year. Once again, we find ourselves excessively stuffed with holiday ham, minds full of new memories with loved ones and contemplating how we are already rapidly approaching the New Year. (Also, how are we already 25 years into this new millennium?) As you contemplate how you will ring in 2025, we recommend shaking off the post-Christmas

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16 Last-Minute Gifts for $25 or Less

With Christmas approaching faster than Santa’s sleigh on a downhill straight-away, many find themselves looking for the perfect last-minute gifts. But who wants the hassle of a long search and a drained bank account to get them? Not us.  Fortunately, the Loveland Visitors Center has that covered! With the help of our staff, we present sixteen great locally-made, last-minute gift

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Heaven's Popcorn booth at the Winter Wonderlights Holiday Market
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Winter Wonderlights Live Holiday Market

Winter Wonderlights – one of the top free choreographed holiday light shows in the state – is underway at Chapungu Sculpture Park at Centerra, running nightly through Jan. 1, 2025. Mark your calendar for the final signature LIVE Nights on Dec. 13 and 14 that include live entertainment, themed activities, live reindeer, ice carving, visits with Santa Claus, the new

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2024 Loveland Holiday Gift Guide

The perfect present awaits in Loveland. Colorado’s Sweetheart City boasts a slew of unique, locally made options sure to make your loved one feel extra special. Find the perfect gift for your plant-loving mom, your artsy sister and your adventure-seeking bestie, and read on for more fun ideas.  Infinity Slopes For the Experience Seeker Grab a gift card to Infinity Slopes and

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Holiday lights reflect off of a pond at Loveland winter wonderlights.
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Lighting up Loveland: Winter Wonderlights & More

Festival of Lights on Fourth Street in Downtown Loveland From the Festival of Lights downtown, to Winter Wonderlights at Chapungu Sculpture Park, Loveland sure knows how to put people into the holiday spirit! Make your way downtown to check out Loveland’s Festival of Lights, including the city’s annual tree lighting ceremony, on 4th Street in Downtown Loveland, on November 22.

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A “20-Somethings” Guide to Downtown Loveland

I have to admit: I didn’t know much about this city until I began an internship here this past summer. Despite attending CSU just up the road in Fort Collins, I hadn’t ventured south very often, and when I did, it was usually on I-25 headed to Denver. Loveland—also known as America’s “Sweetheart City”—is a place with stunning natural beauty,

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Loveland Art Studio Tours Return

Art Studio Tour Returns with 18 Art Studios, Galleries The free event features 35 talented artists and is open to the public  The free Loveland Art Studio Tour celebrates its 16th anniversary this month when it returns on Oct. 12-13 and 19-20, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each weekend.   During the two weekends in October, visit artists in their studios,

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A woman holds a trout in the Big Thompson River.
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Fall for Fly Fishing in the Sweetheart City

Fall fly fishing in and around Loveland offers exceptional opportunities for hooking various trout species. Northern Colorado’s storied Big Thompson River is a top destination for many anglers and Loveland is ideally situated to act as a basecamp for fall fishing adventures. We’ve included more about the Big Thompson, local outfitters and expert intel here. The River The Big Thompson

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Big Thompson Canyon - Loveland, Colorado
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“Must See” Monuments in the Greater Loveland Area

It seems like just yesterday, a monolith mysteriously appeared on a Northern Colorado hillside earlier this summer and was promptly removed. While its origins are unknown, it was quite a spectacle. Fortunately, there are still many more natural and human-made wonders worthy of a visit to Loveland and it’s surrounding NoCo communities. These must-see sites are accommodating to visitors and

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