Make the Most of Your Loveland Getaway: Local Boutiques, Big Retail and Holiday Cheer

Check out the Promenade Shops at Centerra for brands you know and love.
Check out the Promenade Shops at Centerra for brands you know and love.

As you dive into your holiday gift list, pause on the Amazon cart and explore all the amazing shopping in Loveland. From open-air retail centers to cozy downtown boutiques, every stop brings a little cheer to your holiday hunt. When you’re visiting Loveland, browsing feels more like exploring, with big-name retailers, locally owned boutiques and festive touches that make scoring the perfect gifts part of the fun.

Shop Local, Support Downtown

Whether it's a gift for a loved one or shopping for holiday decor for yourself, shop local first!
Whether it's a gift for a loved one or shopping for holiday decor for yourself, shop local first!

Before you head to the big stores, start your holiday shopping downtown, where local business owners put care into every display and gift. Each purchase helps support small businesses and keep the area lively and welcoming.  

If you’ve noticed construction downtown, that’s the Heart Improvement Plan (HIP Streets) in action. HIP Streets is a major revitalization project that’s enhancing the area with new utilities, walkable streetscapes and artistic touches. The work will make downtown even more vibrant and accessible for years to come. 

During construction, all businesses remain open, and sidewalks are accessible for shoppers. Visitors can park along 5th Street, use nearby lots or park in the parking garage at The Foundry to access downtown boutiques and restaurants. By visiting and shopping local now, you’re helping these businesses thrive through the transition and building momentum for Loveland’s next chapter. 

From cozy boutiques and vintage finds to plants, art and apparel, you’ll uncover treasures with a personal touch at: 

Big-Name Shopping, Small-Town Convenience

Find gifts for your whole list at Macy's, the Promenade Shops at Centerra and all of the great retail in Loveland.
Find gifts for your whole list at Macy's, the Promenade Shops at Centerra and all of the great retail in Loveland.

Once you’ve checked off your boutique finds, head east to Loveland’s retail district for even more shopping options, with everything from well-known brands to restaurants and entertainment, making it an easy destination to finish your list and enjoy the day.  

At the Promenade Shops at Centerra, stroll through a beautifully designed outdoor shopping village with national brands, boutique favorites and festive décor that shines this time of year. Across the way, The Marketplace at Centerra offers even more variety, from fashion to home goods and gifts for everyone on your list. Nearby, Loveland Yards brings a fresh take on shopping and dining, blending lifestyle experiences with vibrant energy. 

Just a few miles south in neighboring Johnstown, SCHEELS continues to be a major draw for families and adventure-lovers for its massive selection of sporting goods, interactive displays and even a Ferris wheel inside. A can’t-miss stop for holiday fun! 

Plan Your Day of Shopping in Loveland

Shop local with artisan gifts available at many of the shops downtown, as well as at both Visitors Centers.
Shop local with artisan gifts available at many of the shops downtown, as well as at both Visitors Centers.

With everything from major retailers to local gems, Loveland is the go-to destination for holiday shopping with heart. Start your morning with coffee downtown and a stroll through local boutiques, then head east for big-name finds and seasonal deals. When your list is complete, wind down with dinner at a local restaurant, a craft beer or a wine flight. 

Loveland is perfectly positioned as a shopping hub in the region, at the crossroads of Interstate 25 and Highway 34, making it easy to reach from anywhere in northern Colorado. If you’re visiting Loveland this November, checking gifts off your holiday shopping list is easy to do in the Sweetheart City.