Top 10 Things to Do in Loveland

Want to explore like a local and see what makes our community such a unique place? Here’s your top 10 bucket list of things to do in Loveland.

Chapungu Sculpture Park in Loveland, Colorado

1. Experience Public Works of Art

Loveland is home to over 550 public works of art, available year-round, free of charge. Visit one of our four free sculpture gardens and working bronze foundries making it an international destination for sculptors and art lovers alike. No one embraces and showcases sculpture like the ‘Sweetheart City’! Don’t miss the world’s largest juried sculpture show, Sculpture in the Park, each August in Benson Sculpture Garden.

Winter Wonderlights in Loveland, Colorado

2. Attend One of Our Unique Events

Lovelanders love events, and we like sharing them with visitors, too! Catch Winter Wonderlights for the holiday season or the Loveland Corn Roast Festival in the summer. From the Rialto Theater in downtown Loveland to the Blue Arena to the east, our venues host some pretty awesome acts, from comedians to pop stars to monster trucks. Visit our Events Calendar for the latest.

Love locks on a sculpture in Loveland, Colorado

3. Lock Your Love

We are rooted in love in Loveland, so no trip would be complete without locking your love on one of the two love lock sculptures. Love locks have gained popularity worldwide after being placed on bridges and public places in Paris, Germany, New York and more. Loveland launched its very own love lock sculpture in 2019. We now have two sculptures where you can lock your love, one at the Visitors Center and one on the southeast end of Lake Loveland. Buy an official lock at the Visitors Center, or bring your own to lock your love. Be sure to tag your posts on social media with #VisitLoveland and #LovelandLoveLocks!

Kayakers on Carter Lake in Colorado

4. Play in the Water

Swim, splash and sunbathe the day away on a sandy beach, find your zen while stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) or go boating, jet skiing or fishing on our pristine lakes. With Loveland’s abundance of water, the only challenge is staying dry!

Devil's Backbone Keyhole

5. Find the Keyhole

Enjoy a hike adjacent to the two-mile strip of Dakota sandstone known as the Devil’s Backbone Open Space. Make it to the keyhole formation for amazing views (and photo ops) of the Rocky Mountains. This trail system is also beloved by mountain bikers, and there is a separate mountain bike trail, so rent a bike and bring your own for a higher adrenaline adventure.

Girl playing pinball in Loveland, Colorado

6. Game On

Experience family fun at the Flipside, Loveland Laser Tag or Sweetheart Ten Pin Bowling. Adults can also try their hand at axe throwing at either Axe to Grind or #1 Axehole. Ski year-round at Infinity Slopes, a state-of-the-art indoor ski facility, or make your getaway from an escape room at Time Emporium Escape Rooms. An exciting family or couples activity is a great way to create new memories with loved ones while you travel.

Live music in Loveland, Colorado

7. Enjoy Live Music

Take in a casual concert on the Foundry Plaza in downtown Loveland during the summer, enjoy an intimate guitar set at To the Fives Taproom or soak up a big-name act at Blue Arena. As a hub for northern Colorado and even Wyoming, Blue Arena has hosted big names, including Weezer, David Bowie and Toby Keith.

Tacos and a margarita at Vatos Tacos in Loveland, Colorado

8. Chow Down

Loveland restaurants serve up flavors to satisfy every craving! Whether you’re in the mood for a perfectly grilled steak at The Black Steer or Loveland Chophouse, a brunch feast at Taste Local or A.K.A. Kitchen, or exploring international flavors from Nepalese delicacies to Mexican classics at Ruben’s Grill and Cantina, Loveland’s dining scene is as diverse as it is delicious. From comfort food to bold culinary adventures, you’ll always find something to savor here.

Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch in Loveland, Colorado

9. Go Western

Don your boots and saddle up for a horseback ride at Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch. You can even spend the night in one of their cozy cabins. Enjoy an evening of line dancing at Loveland’s honkytonk, the Tom Davis Saloon (ride the mechanical bull, too, if you dare).

Women shopping at Centerra in Loveland, Colorado

10. Shop Around

Visitors and locals enjoy the many shopping opportunities in Loveland. Stroll boutique shops that line the streets downtown or indulge in some of the state’s best shopping at The Promenade Shops at Centerra and surrounding retailers. You never know what treasures you’ll find in Loveland.

Other Top 10s That Might Interest You

Top 10 Activities for Families in Loveland

  1. Ride the train at North Lake Park.
  2. Play laser tag at Loveland Laser Tag.
  3. Arcade games at the Flipside.
  4. Catch a kids’ show at Blue Arena.
  5. Play at one of our many parks.
  6. Escape an escape room.
  7. Go fishing.
  8. Explore a sculpture park.
  9. Horseback riding at Sylvan Dale.
  10. Swim at the Chilson Recreation Center.

Top 10 Activities for Dogs in Loveland

  1. Stay in a hotel with your human.
  2. Run at a dog park with your human.
  3. Shop with your human.
  4. Swim in a lake with your human.
  5. Walk your human in a sculpture park.
  6. Hike your human along Devil’s Backbone.
  7. Attend a festival with your human.
  8. Take your human for a beer at a brewery.
  9. Get groomed at a dog spa.
  10. Treats from the Biscuit Barkery.