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A couple stands in the Tunnel of Love at the 2024 Loveland Sweetheart Festival.

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Valentine’s Season Begins in the Sweetheart City

Valentine’s season is the heart of Loveland, and February is when the Sweetheart City shines brightest. Each year, the community celebrates with iconic experiences like the Sweetheart Festival, the Valentine’s Re-mailing Program, the Little Miss Valentine and Mr. Cupid Contest, the Valentine’s Day Group Wedding, and countless other ways to celebrate connection. 2026 SWEETHEART FESTIVAL The 8th Annual Loveland Sweetheart

January 6, 2026

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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

January 8, 2025

A woman sips a beer on the patio at Verboten Brewing.

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18 Best Patio Restaurants & Bars

Verboten Brewing & Barrel Project Summer may be winding down, but In Loveland, beautiful patios perfect for fair weather dining and drinking abound. Here are some of the best spots to enjoy a meal outdoors or sip a beer in town, including a look at a new restaurant and some dog-friendly options. NEW This Summer HUB Café by Fresh Plate HUB

June 10, 2024

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A Fiery Owl Joins Sweetheart Festival

A 25-foot-tall steel owl that shoots flames out of its wings will hover over Foundry Plaza in Loveland on Feb. 10 during the annual Sweetheart Festival. Along with the owl, a corral of fiery entertainment will be on display at the base of the owl, including fire spinners and flaming Cupid, a smaller fire sculpture that has been featured at

January 26, 2024

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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. 2024 SWEETHEART FESTIVAL Celebrate Valentines Season at the 6th Annual Loveland Sweetheart Festival in downtown Loveland! Bring the family

January 2, 2024

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Best Date Night Eats in Loveland

Pick the perfect Loveland dinner date destination based upon your identity, mood or current hankering… Are you a classic couple or do you crave an uncomplicated, quintessential experience? The Black Steer (436 N. Lincoln Ave.) has been turning out the best steaks in the state for 55 years. Loveland’s longest standing restaurant offers a side of nostalgia with every heaping

August 23, 2023

A Bunch of Brunch: Loveland’s Best Places to Get It

Do you ever wish there was an acceptable occasion to eat breakfast and lunch at the same time that you could drink before noon? Well, dreamers rejoice! You need brunch! If you’re like us, you love a good brunch. Loveland has plenty of solid options for traditional (and some non-traditional) brunches. Here’s our list of favorites for you to try.

May 9, 2023