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LOVELAND OFFICIAL VISITORS GUIDE JUNE 2022- MAY 2023
Outdoor Recreation The adventurers guide to an
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Love Locks
All you need to know about locking your love in the Sweetheart City
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Find local tips throughout the guide for a memorable and unique experience when you visit Loveland!
Find out why Loveland is a great place to explore and roam away from crowds
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7 / LOVE LOCKS Learn about love locks and where to buy them
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Your stop for unique gifts, maps and official love locks
OTHER FEATURES 14-15 / EVENT VENUES Go-to spots for entertainment
18 /GOLF Tee off at one of three courses
26-27 / SHOPPING Shop ‘til you drop
30-31 / LODGING Hotels, motels, short-term rentals
32 / CAMPING Campsites and RV Parks
33 / RENTALS Outdoor gear and equipment
34-35 / MEETINGS & EVENTS Meeting space and venues
36-37 / DOING BUSINESS Reasons to bring your business here
38-39 / LOVELAND MAP What’s where in Loveland
8-9 / LOCAL’S TOP 10 Get the inside scoop on what not to miss and what locals love the most about Loveland 2
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10-11 / ARTS A one-of-a-kind arts community
12-13 / EVENTS Signature and unique events
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16-17 / HIKING, BIKING & WATER ACTIVITIES Our top trails for outdoor fun and adventure
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RESTAURANTS 22-23 / WHERE LOVE LIVES What makes Loveland so unique
20-21 / REGIONAL EXPERIENCES Denver, Cheyenne, Estes Park & more
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4/3 24-25 / DOWNTOWN The heart of the city
28-29 / FOOD & DRINK Eat, drink and be merry
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on your next vacation. Welcome to Loveland, a community nestled in Colorado’s foothills, and your gateway to wide-open spaces including Rocky Mountain National Park (only 35 minutes west) and Devil’s Backbone. Our community thrives with art and culture inspired by the abundance of natural areas, parks and 300+ days of Colorado sunshine. As a smaller, undiscovered city, visitors can enjoy vast outdoor areas, miles of trail for hiking and biking, and expansive lakes – all before perusing one-of-a-kind public art and sculpture across the city. Whether you're looking for a creative arts destination, an authentic western experience, award winning breweries, an outdoor recreational paradise or that perfect place to shop ‘til you drop, Loveland has Everything You Love and so much more. Loveland, Colorado: your adventure starts here! 4
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STOP, SHOP & Discover LOVELA ND V I S ITOR S CE N TE R
LOVELAND VISITORS CENTER
Set on the picturesque grounds of the McWhinney Hahn Sculpture Park, the Loveland Visitors Center is truly a must-see experience. Bronze sculptures positioned around the pond including Herb Mignery's famous water carrier sculpture and fountain are waiting to welcome you to Loveland.
The Loveland Visitors Center is the ideal place to stop in for information, maps, brochures and souvenirs. Merchandise from more than 25 Loveland artisans and manufacturers can be found throughout the center. Exceptional artwork such as hand-blown glass hearts and hand-crafted pottery adorn the Visitors Center shelves along with locally-made clothing, jewelery, gifts, toys, books and an assortment of local food items. The Loveland Visitors Center is located at the east entrance-way to Loveland right off I-25 and US 34.
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CURRENT HOURS
SUMMER (May 1 - October 31)
Mon - Sat: 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM Sun: 11 AM to 3 PM
WINTER (November 1 - April 30)
Mon - Sat: 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM Sun: 11 AM to 3 PM Subject to change
LOVE LO C KS
LOVE LOCKS WHAT EXACTLY IS A LOVE LOCK? Love locks are a symbol of love and commitment where lovers lock a padlock on a chain, gate or sculpture and then throw away the key, symbolically locking their love forever. Love locks have gained notoriety around the world after being placed on bridges and public places in Paris, on New York’s Brooklyn Bridge, Cologne’s Hohenzollern Bridge and more. Loveland launched it's very own LOVE lock sculpture in 2019 as a part of it's annual Sweetheart Festival, a joint project between Visit Loveland and the Chamber of Commerce. Loveland’s love lock sculptures are a chance to give the love lock tradition new life through art and sculpture.
TWO OF THE LARGEST LOVE LOCK SCULPTURES IN THE U.S. ARE RIGHT HERE IN LOVELAND. Head to the Visitors Center to view our original sculpture, a 24,000 pound, 10-foot-tall, 30-foot-wide steel sculpture made up of four letters L, O, V, E that includes heart cutouts and places for love locks on the back. A 12-foot-3-inch-tall, 14-foot-3-inch-wide steel heartshaped sculpture sits in the southeast corner of Lake Loveland with amazing views of the Rocky Mountains.
TAG US IN YOUR PHOTOS Use #VisitLoveland and #LovelandLoveLocks on social media for a chance to be featured!
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WHERE CAN YOU BUY A LOVE LOCK? Official love locks can be purchased inside the Loveland Visitors Center during normal business hours, or you can bring your own small lock to hang up. Lake Loveland
HOW DO YOU LOCK YOUR LOVE? FOLLOW THESE EASY STEPS: STEP 1 BUY A LOCK
STEP 2 CUSTOMIZE IT
STEP 3 LOCK IT
STEP 4 SHARE PICS
Love locks are available for purchase at the Loveland Visitors Center, or any metal lock smaller than 6”x6”x3” may be used.
Paint, draw on or engrave your lock to memorialize your love forever. Free engraving tools are available in the Visitors Center during business hours.
Attach your customized lock on the metal grid on the back of either one of the sculptures. Throw away the key so your love is permanently locked.
Take pictures of you and your loved one(s) locking your love on the sculpture. Be sure to tag us when posting on social channels.
Can’t make it to Loveland? Buy one online and we will even engrave and place it on one of the sculptures for you!
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Want to explore Loveland like a local and see what makes it such a special place? Here’s your top 10 bucket list to Loveland.
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2. ATTEND AN EVENT The Loveland Sweetheart Festival celebrates Valentine’s Day with a two-day festival each February. Starting in mid-November and running through January 1, Winter Wonderlights is a free nightly light show you cannot miss! The 126th annual Corn Roast Festival features an ‘80s Rock & Roll theme and plenty of fresh-roasted corn. The Budweiser Event Center hosts big names, comedians and concerts.
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1. SEE THE SCULPTURES With four free sculpture gardens and working bronze foundries, no one embraces and showcases sculpture art like Loveland. The annual Sculpture in the Park, the largest outdoor juried sculpture show/sale in the U.S., returns to Benson Sculpture Garden Aug. 12-14. Stroll through the 10-acres to see the 172 permanent sculptures (valued at $5 million) situated on the park grounds, as well as the works for show and sale. Chapungu Sculpture Park at Centerra showcases 82 stone sculptures from Zimbabwe on 26 acres of natural and landscaped gardens.
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With a name like LOVEland, a visit would be incomplete without locking your love on one of the two love lock sculptures. The LOVE sign, located at the Visitors Center, is the largest of its kind in the U.S. Buy a lock and engrave it for free inside the Visitors Center. The second sculpture, shaped like a heart, lives at Lake Loveland with the majestic Rocky Mountains as a backdrop. Be sure to grab your lock at the Visitors Center before heading out to the lake. When you post your photos on social media, tag us for a chance to be featured! #Visitloveland #lovelandlovelocks
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3. LOVE THAT KITSCH
4. LOVE LAKE LIFE Stay cool this summer at Loveland’s three lakes and three reservoirs: Boyd Lake, Carter Lake, Lake Loveland, Boedecker Reservoir, Lon Hagler Reservoir and Pinewood Reservoir. Swim, splash and sunbathe the day away on a sandy beach, or get your heart pumping while stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), boating, jet skiing or fishing.
5. FIND THE KEYHOLE Enjoy a hike adjacent to the two-mile strip of Dakota sandstone known as the Devil’s Backbone. Find the keyhole formation for amazing views of the Rocky Mountains. The 17.25 miles of scenic trails are perfect for hiking, biking and horseback riding and also connect to Rimrock Open Space and Horsetooth Mountain Open Space in Fort Collins. 8
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6. ALL AGE PLAY The whole family will enjoy playing Pacman at the Flipside in downtown, trying to master an escape room, or climbing ropes, playing laser tag, or enjoying the arcade at Loveland Laser Tag. Game on!
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7. SEE LIVE MUSIC Two new music venues have elevated Loveland’s already rollicking live music scene to new heights. Head to Loveland’s first Honky-Tonk, the Tom Davis Saloon, for live concerts, line dancing, karaoke and more. Catch an intimate show at The Gressiwick, the Sweetheart City’s newest event and concert space set in a charming circa-1905 historical building. Check our event calendar for upcoming shows at these new spots as well as at The Budweiser Events Center, the historic Rialto Theater, the fun One Sweet Summer free concert series or the Sounds of Centerra.
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9. EMBRACE THE COWBOY LIFESTYLE
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Downtown Loveland has exploded with a resurgence of new restaurants and bars. At Comet Chicken, nosh on hand-breaded chicken sandwiches, fresh cut fries, “power slaw” and homemade churros. Experience a fun fusion of cultures at Mex O’Malley’s, an Irish pub with Mexican grub. For New Yorkstyle ‘za by the slice delivered piping hot via e-bike, check out Slice N’ Roll. At Meat Revolution, dine on slow-cooked, locallysourced shawarma (lamb, chicken or beef). Sip coffee or tea while cuddling adoptable cats at The NoCo Cat Café (coming soon), the first cat café in the region.
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10. SHOPPING THERAPY From charming downtown boutiques to name-brand stores you adore; Loveland offers all the retail therapy Promenade Shops at Centerra you could want.
Don your boots and saddle up for fun western adventures. Take a horseback ride at Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch, the lowest elevation dude ranch in Colorado. Whether you choose to spend a few days at their cabins or make it a one-day horseback riding excursion, this true western experience will leave you feeling renewed. After, head to the new Tom Davis Saloon for line dancing and to see more.
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TH E ARTS
A ONE-OF-A-KIND Arts DESTINATION
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foundry tours to our accredited Loveland Museum which features world-class art exhibitions, our galleries and art spaces are an integral part of Loveland’s unique culture.
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id you know that in 1985 Loveland be‐ came the first city in Colorado to en‐ act an ordinance which earmarks 1% of all capital improvement projects over $50,000 for public art? Today, the city's col‐ lection encompasses more than 540 diverse works of art valued at approximately $11.4 million. Over 69% of that was donated by private contributions. From sculpture parks to painted transformer boxes throughout the city, there’s no doubt that
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A Colorado Creative District, Loveland is known as one of the best small art towns in America. From sculpture and
Loveland is truly an arts destination.Build‐ ings along 4th and 5th Streets from Jefferson to Railroad Avenues in downtown Loveland are canvases for uniquely artistic and creative street murals. Currently there are 17 - can you find them all? Take a self-guided scavenger hunt jour‐ ney to find 36 individually painted hearts as part of the City with HeArt Program. These are scattered throughout the city and a fun way to explore Loveland. Maps are available
at the Visitors Center. Visiting an art town provides the opportunity to meet and interact with local artists at one of many local galleries and studios. Don’t miss the annual Governor’s Art Show & Sale to see works from Colorado’s top artists each May and June, or the Loveland Art Studio Tour in October to explore galleries throughout the city. For a listing of galleries, visit our website.
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Art Castings
Public art is everywhere in Loveland! Loveland is home to four free outdoor sculpture parks: Benson Sculpture Garden, Chapungu Sculpture Park, Foote Lagoon, and McWhinney-Hahn Sculpture Park. Benson Sculpture Garden is a 10- acre outdoor park featuring primarily bronze sculpture but you can also discover works created in a variety of stone, wood and other media. The park has over 172 pieces of art on permanent display, allowing guests to interact with the pieces. Each year during the second weekend of August the park hosts Sculpture in the Park (the largest outdoor juried sculpture show in the U.S.). Nearby North Lake Park is home to Benson Sculpture Garden’s expansion site, Art in the Park and the Loveland Fine Art & Sculpture Invitational during that same sculpture show weekend. On the east side of Loveland is the 26-acre Chapungu Sculpture Park. Featuring 82 Zimbabwean stone sculptures telling stories of family, children, elders and village life, Chapungu is the only permanent exhibit of its kind in the country. The park comes to life for the annual free Winter Wonderlights event in the winter. The McWhinney-Hahn Sculpture Park features several bronze sculptures along the grounds near the Loveland Visitors Center while the Foote Lagoon is located just steps away from the downtown city center.
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Sculpture in the Park
Benson Sculpture Garden is home to the largest outdoor juried sculpture show in the country. The event takes place the second weekend of August each year alongside other art events during Sculpture Show Weekend.
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Be sure to add a bronze foundry tour to your itinerary to learn how sculptures are made. The ancient lost wax process will give you a new appreciation for how sculptures are brought to life from beginning to end. For a truly memorable experience, see a bronze pour at Art Castings of Colorado or Bronze Services! Reservations may be required so be sure to call in advance. Another must-do is a visit to the Loveland Museum, home to seasonal world-class exhibits that have featured artists including Dali, Goya and O'Keeffe. Travel back in time to learn about Loveland’s rich history in the free history museum. The Loveland Museum received accreditation from the American Alliance of Museums. Less than 5% of the museums in the United States are accredited, and the Loveland Museum is one of only three accredited institutions in Northern Colorado. 11
SI GNAT URE EV E N TS
Promenade Kids Days
Sculpture in the Park
SIGNATURE Events
One Sweet Summer Concert
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Old Fashioned Corn Roast Festival
Loveland is home to many unique, free and family-friendly events celebrating everything from corn and cherries to art and love. Visit our website, VisitLoveland.com, for a full listing of events, but here are some of the can’t miss ones to put on your list!
SPRING
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SUMMER
Aspire 3D Kite Festival
One Sweet Summer Concerts/Events
Foote Lagoon Concert Series
Governor’s Art Show & Sale
4th of July Festival & Fireworks
Larimer County Fair & Rodeo
Plein Air Festival
Cherry Pie Celebration
Sculpture Show Weekend
Sounds of Centerra Concerts
Corn Roast Festival
Wild Wonderful Weekend
Promenade Kids Days
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Scan the QR code for our full calendar of events.
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Winter Wonderlights is a free musical light show that runs midNovember to January 1 each year. Don’t miss select weekends for special event programming including visits from Santa, live reindeer, and more.
WINTER
Thunder in the Rockies
Loveland Art Studio Tours
Winter Wonderlights
Good Guys Car Show
Creepy Walk in the Woods
Festival of Lights
Loveland Oktoberfest
Loveland Zombie Crawl
Christmas Walk in the Woods
Barbarian Feast
Pumpkin Festival
Loveland Sweetheart Festival
Pastels on 5th
Colorado Eagles Hockey
Loveland Lights at Chapungu
Honey Festival
Sweetheart Classic 4 Miler
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EV EN T V ENU ES Rialto Theater
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LIGHTS, CAMERA,
Action
is the age of the historic Rialto Theater Center in downtown Loveland. The theater was the premier venue for silent films during the early
Loveland has been thriving with entertainment since the 1920’s and continues to host acts from across the world at its various entertainment venues.
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FOOTE LAGOON AMPHITHEATER
RIALTO THEATER CENTER
THE FOUNDRY PLAZA
With a floating stage, tiered seating and an atmosphere of nature and art, the Foote Lagoon Amphitheater in downtown Loveland is a great place for free Thursday night summer concerts under the stars in July. Food trucks and the City’s Mobile Recreation Trailer with activities for the kids make this the perfect way to spend summer evenings.
The Rialto boasts 478 seats with state-ofthe-art sound and lighting equipment. It opened as a silent movie theater in 1920 and is currently Loveland’s premier performing arts venue, welcoming nationally touring musicians, comedians, and performers as well as local performing arts groups.
The Foundry Plaza is an epicenter of entertainment that pays homage to Loveland's thriving arts scene. Home to the Loveland Sweetheart Festival in the winter and One Sweet Summer events in the summer, every season is fun at the Foundry. Bring the kids to play in the water features in the summer while you relax on the grassy plaza.
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Budweiser Events Center
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LOVELAND IS HOME TO THE CHAMPION COLORADO EAGLES The Colorado Eagles call the Budweiser Events Center in Loveland their home. They are an affiliate with the Colorado Avalanche NHL hockey team. Come cheer them on!
BUDWEISER EVENTS CENTER
CHAPUNGU SCULPTURE PARK
INTIMATE MUSIC VENUES
Less than an hour’s drive from Denver and Cheyenne, the Budweiser Events Center has become a focal point for sports and entertainment. Nationallytouring entertainment acts including Trolls LIVE!, Disney on Ice, the Harlem Globetrotters, Monster Truck Tour, concerts and more rock the house.
Chapungu Sculpture Park’s amphitheater is an intimate music venue located in the heart of the sculpture park and is home to Sounds at Centerra Friday nights in the summer and Winter Wonderlights during the holiday season.
Loveland is becoming a hub in northern Colorado for live music, performing arts and more. New venues such as the Gressiwick, Black & Blues Music & Brews and many others host weekly acts including local up-and-coming musicians as well as world-renowned performers.
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Outdoor ACTIVITIES HI KI N G, B IK ING & WATE R AC TI V ITI E S
HIKING, BIKING & WATER
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Opt outdoors year-round for more than 46 miles of both paved and soft-surface trails in and around Loveland or in the water at a lake. Cool off during the summer at the beach at North Lake Park, or relax while fly-fishing in the gorgeous Big Thompson Canyon. There’s no shortage of outdoor recreation in Loveland. Scan the QR code for a list of outdoor activities.
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TOP OUTDOOR RECREATION SPOTS ROUND MOUNTAIN Trails range from 1 to 8.5 miles Round Mountain Trail in Viestenz Smith Mountain Park is a year-round trail that features beautiful wild flowers and offers a number of activity options. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
CARTER LAKE Sundance Trail - 5.9 miles Carter Lake Loop - 25.15 miles Fishing, sailing, water skiing, scuba diving This beautiful 1,100-acre reservoir is surrounded by 1,000 acres of public lands. It’s a great place for fishing, sailing, water skiing, camping, picnicking, swimming, scuba diving, cycling, hiking, and rock climbing. Rentals available at the marina. 970.667.1062
DEVIL’S BACKBONE Trails ranging from 1 to 8+ miles Devil’s Backbone Loop - 13.1 miles
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This year-round, moderate trail features beautiful wildflowers and offers hiking, mountain biking, trail running, horseback riding and more. Bring the pups, but keep them on a leash. Don’t forget to stop and take in the views from the keyhole.
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3.8 miles 3.8 miles Fishing The 163-acre natural area near downtown includes 3.8 miles of natural-surface trails for pedestrian use and bicycling, as well as five ponds and numerous fishing access points. Enjoy a slice of nature with beautiful Rocky Mountain views.
BOYD LAKE STATE PARK
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7 miles 7 miles Fishing, boating, jet skiing, swim beach, kayaking A water sports haven for northern Colorado, the family-oriented 1,700-acre lake and park has fishing, boating, jet skiing, kayaking, a swim beach and paddleboarding with 148 campsites. Rentals available at the marina. 970.663.2662
LOVELAND RECREATION TRAIL @bearcam
22 miles This 22-mile paved loop trail runs through beautiful areas on the west side of town, along the Big Thompson River, over and under city streets, along the west shore of Boyd Lake State Park and throughout the city. 17
HIT THE Greens GO LF
Golfers at all levels feel at home as they tee off on any of Loveland’s three diverse and picturesque courses.
Mariana Butte Golf Course
It’s easy to book your tee time online for all 3 courses at golfloveland.com
MARIANA BUTTE GOLF COURSE
THE OLDE COURSE AT LOVELAND
CATTAIL CREEK GOLF COURSE
This 18-hole course offers a golf challenge with elevated tees along with spectacular views of the Big Thompson River and Rocky Mountains. Facilities include a pro shop, driving range and full service restaurant, Birdies Burgers and Brews.
This beautiful 18-hole golf course offers a challenge to all levels of golfers. Work your way around six ponds, and conquer an island green on #14. Facilities include a pro shop, snack bar and driving range.
This 9-hole, par 3 course offers a unique challenge to beginner and experienced golfers. Water comes into play on five of the nine holes. Facilities include pro shop, snack area and driving range. Check out the Mini-Course for “Starting New at Golf”– fun for all ages.
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SYLVAN DALE GU E ST R ANC H
DISCOVER YOUR INNER
Cowboy
Trails, fishing, horseback riding, hayrides, an authentic cattle drive and an immersive Western experience can be found at Sylvan Dale just 10 minutes west of downtown Loveland. As the closest working dude guest ranch to Denver International Airport and the lowest elevation guest ranch in Colorado, Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch is an easily accessible and adaptable environment to create your Western adventure. Book a week-long dude ranch experience in the summer, Bunk and Breakfast weekend package in the fall or winter, or enjoy horseback riding year-round.
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oveland is the heart of Northern Colorado, located only 45 minutes north of Denver, 45 minutes south of Cheyenne, WY and only 35 minutes to Rocky Mountain National Park. Make Loveland the base camp for all of your Northern Colorado adventures! Denver, known as the Mile High City, is an amazing first stop after landing at Denver International Airport. Go to a museum, catch a game at Coors Field, or see a concert at the one-of-a-kind Red Rocks Amphitheater before heading up to Loveland. Did you know that the 4th most visited national park in the U.S. is only 35 minutes away from Loveland in Estes Park (home to the fam‐ ous Stanley Hotel)? Loveland has the closest Marriott and Hilton ho‐ tels to Rocky Mountain National Park. No minimum stays at trustworthy brands make Loveland the perfect overnight destination. White water rafting in Fort Collins is only a 15 minute drive away. Named one of the top beer destinations, Fort Collins is home to 20+ breweries. Their charming downtown architecture inspired Disney’s Main Street and is only minutes from Colorado State University. Hiking enthusiasts can head south to Boulder, just 45 minutes away from Loveland, to the Flatirons rock formations. Boulder is also home to the University of Colorado Boulder. A tour of Celestial Seasonings is a must-do for tea lovers while there!
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Fort Collins
Only five minutes from Loveland in Berthoud is the TPC Colorado Golf at Heron Lakes, the only TPC golf course in the state. This course features a gorgeous clubhouse and restaur‐ ants with sweeping majestic views of the Rocky Mountains and is home to the longest par-5 in the U.S. at 773 yards. Known for the annual Greeley Stampede, Greeley is 15 minutes from Loveland. Take the kids to their Colorado Model Railroad Museum for a fun family outing. Longmont is a short 15-minute drive from Loveland. Cheese lovers can experience a cheese-making class, or explore their charming downtown. Cheyenne, Wyoming and the Cheyenne Frontier Days is a quick 45 minute drive north. Trains and western history will make you feel like you’ve escaped into the wild west. In addition to being the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is a day trip or less away from other national parks and monu‐ ments… Mount Rushmore, Badlands, Tetons, Yellowstone, Arches, Sand Dunes, Zion, Arches, Black Canyon and others.
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VALEN TI N E’S S EAS O N
In 1962, Miss Loveland Valentine was introduced as the city’s spokesperson for the season. The program still exists today. Head to Loveland.org to find out how to participate.
WHERE LIVES
Love Lake Loveland
In 1962, Miss Loveland Valentine was introduced as the city’s spokesperson for the season. The program still exists today. Head to Loveland.org to find out more about this program. Sending love around the world is sweet and visiting Loveland during Valentine’s season is even sweeter. Join our heart mascot Valentina and celebrate love year-round with us.
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FUN FACT:
All marriage licenses that get issued from Loveland have a special “Sweetheart City” designation on them.
For more than 75 years Loveland has been the nation’s Sweetheart City. Here’s why:
LOVE FESTIVALS Join us in downtown Loveland for Valentine’s Day weekend during the Loveland Sweetheart Festival to celebrate love and art with a little Miss Valentine and Mr. Cupid contest, tunnel of love, live music, a race, and more. During the first two weeks of February, Chapungu Sculpture Park comes to life with Valentine’s lights and décor. Both events are free and open to the public.
GROUP WEDDING Say “I Do” in the land of love at Loveland’s Valentine’s Day Group Wedding. The wedding features a romantic, candlelit ceremony with music and readings voted on by wedding couples, a customized ceremony, and more. You may even see Valentina make an appearance.
LOVE NOTES Express your love with a special note shouted from the streetlights. Every February, the Thompson Valley Rotary creates more than 300 wooden hearts that are hung on streetlights across the city, each with a special message from sweethearts and families, including humorous messages such as “I love you more than bacon.”
LOVE POTIONS
HeARTS PROGRAM
RE-MAILING PROGRAM
Indulge in love potions with The Bleeding Heart by Grimm Brothers Brewhouse, Loveland’s official valentine wine by Sweet Heart Winery or the official Loveland valentine coffee. You can only get these libations during February.
The Chamber’s City with HeART program encourages visitors to explore Loveland year-round. 40 artistic hearts (with more coming soon) can be found across the city and you can earn a souvenir for seeing them all. Get the map, locate each heart, snap a photo and come to the Visitors Center for your souvenir.
What started as a stamping oddity over 76 years ago has evolved into the largest valentine re-mailing program in the country. Each year hundreds of people send their valentines through Loveland to be lovingly hand-stamped for Valentine’s Day. The Chamber still runs this program today. 23
DOW N TOWN
THE Heart OF THE CITY The Foundry Plaza
The Foundry Plaza
The Foundry plaza which opened in 2019 was the catalyst for all of the growth and excitement that is taking place in Historic Downtown Loveland today, from new honky-tonks and live music venues to a
Downtown Loveland
The historic Rialto Theater is centrally located in downtown and celebrated 100 years in 2020.
blossoming foodie and brewery scene. Downtown Loveland is a mustsee on your next trip to Loveland. Downtown Loveland is truly the heart of the city. With the development of The Foundry Plaza in 2019, downtown has been transformed into a hub for year-round arts, events and entertainment. The One Sweet Summer series features free live concerts, patio dining, fitness classes, kids days, artists, vendors and craft breweries on select days from May to September. Night on the Town offers dining and drink specials as well as art openings and more the second Friday of each month. Every year, the Loveland Sweetheart Festival transforms downtown Loveland into 24
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a multi-day Valentine’s celebration with mu‐ sic, light shows, contests, a 4-mile race, food vendors, activities, and much more. This in‐ ternationally recognized event is a must-do! Eclectic shops, art galleries, and boutiques line the streets of downtown. Each shop is locally-owned… no chain or box stores here! Foodies will not be disappointed either! Sit on a patio at Vatos Tacos & Tequila or Door 222 on a hot summer day, or warm up with a cup of southern gumbo at Betta Gumbo on a chilly evening. Five of Loveland’s ten craft breweries reside in downtown.
No matter what you crave, downtown offers many food, coffee, beer and dessert options. A variety of entertainment options in‐ cluding live music at restaurants and bars, pinball and arcade games at The Flipside, axe throwing at Axe to Grind, a movie at the Met‐ roLux Dine-In Theatres, corn-hole at Back‐ yard Tap or decorating clay pots at Artisan You will keep you entertained. With a TownePlace Suites by Marriott in the heart of downtown, you can truly eat, shop, stay and play without ever getting in a car.
Every store and gallery in downtown Loveland is locally owned and operated. Be sure to stop in and chat with some of the locals for a true Loveland experience! Pilar Boutique
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All parking in downtown Loveland is free, including the parking garage.
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Loveland is the destination for great shopping in northern Colorado. With more than 300 days of sunshine per year, you’ll love window shopping and exploring all the stores throughout the city. From its downtown shops and boutiques, antiques and unique stores on the west side, and name-brand stores near I-25, you’re sure to find whatever you’re looking for in Loveland. The Promenade Shops at Centerra is home to one of the largest outdoor shopping centers in Northern Colorado with over 70 stores. Here you will find Sephora, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Barnes & Noble, Macy’s,
American Eagle, Oakley, Build-A-Bear Workshop, boutiques, a MetroLux 14 Theatre, restaurants such as P.F. Chang’s and Rock Bottom Brewery, an ice skating rink in the winter, water fountains in the plaza during the summer, and much more. While at the Promenade Shops, be sure to take in Chapungu Sculpture Park located adjacent to the shopping center.
Find 35 restaurants and stores such as Target, PetSmart, Old Navy, Marshalls, Chickfil-A, Sportsman’s Warehouse, Maurices, Massage Envy, Chili’s, JoAnn, Starbucks, Lane Bryant and more at the Marketplace at Centerra. For locally-made items, glass hearts, jewelry, apparel and official Loveland love locks, stop by the Loveland Visitors Center.
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Make the Visitors Center, set on the grounds of the McWhinney-Hahn Sculpture Park, your first stop for love locks, apparel, pottery, and other great and unique souvenirs you can only find in Loveland.
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On the west side of town, Colorado Cherry Company, Bear’s Den, The Dam Store, Sweet Heart Winery, Elkhorn Flyshop and several antique stores offer unique shopping experiences where you can stock up on some fun gifts and tasty treats. In need of gear for your Rocky Mountain National Park adventures? Stop at Jax Outdoor Gear to buy or rent your essentials.
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Loveland ranks sixth in the U.S. for most breweries per capita with 12 craft breweries, each specializing in their own unique flavors and styles of beer. Loveland’s first brewery, Grimm Brothers Brewhouse, started in 2010. Since then 11 other breweries have made Loveland home. Each one specializes in a different style, so be sure to try them all! Whether it’s a tequila bar, boozy milkshakes at Scripted Bar & Kitchen, or a night cap at a tavern, there are plenty of bars ready to serve you. If sipping a glass of wine and watching the wildlife is more your style, Sweet Heart Winery’s expansive patio will not disappoint. Set along the Big Thompson River, it is not uncommon to see herd of elk roaming the property. Enjoy a wine flight and charcuterie on their outdoor patio.
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Several bars and restaurants in Loveland have been recognized for their exceptional flavors. Door 222, known for its tapas in a lively downtown atmosphere, was featured in Sunset Magazine. Betta Gumbo received recognition in Paula Dean Magazine for the entire dining experience. Local Tip: try the homemade moonshine at Betta Gumbo, which is 120 proof, but be sure to drink responsibly!
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YOUR HEART OUT
Loveland is becoming a food lover’s paradise. With nearly 200 restaurants and bars, 12 breweries and a winery, you’ll find what you’re craving. Both national chains and locally-owned restaurants are available throughout the city. But here you’ll find gems you won’t find anywhere else. Families will find dining options that are not only quick and easy but also affordable to take the hassle out of meal planning with the little ones. City slickers can become western cowboys at Sylvan Dale where you can enjoy a steak from cattle that are home-grown on their property and cooked atop a mountain ridge over an open flame. Reservations must be made in advance. Loveland is thriving with new restaurants and coffee shops. In downtown, grab a delicious coffee drink at the
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new Feel Love Coffee, or enjoy an espresso and pastry at Dark Heart Coffee. On the east side of town you can enjoy the mountain views as you sip on a iced coffee (or a beer) at Mountain Cowboy Brewing. Visiting Loveland staples such as Dairy Delite, Peace Love & Little Donuts where you customize your donut, or the number one Dairy Queen in the country is a sure way to satisfy that sweet tooth. Whatever you crave no matter what time of day or night it is, be sure to check out our website for a listing of places to eat and drink. Bon appétit! 29
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As the base camp of northern Colorado, stay in Loveland and play everywhere in the region.
All of the hotels in Loveland offer free parking and no minimum stays.
No matter your budget or lodging preference, Loveland has options to suit everyone’s needs – from one of the top Embassy Suites in the world, to romantic ranch getaways and everything in between. In addition to a wide selection of hotels, you can also find short-term rentals on Urbanize, AirBNB and VRBO. Visit our website for more information and for links to book any of these properties.
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CANDLEWOOD SUITES 6046 E Crossroads Blvd 970.667.5444 candlewoodsuites.com 63 Guest Rooms
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1710 Foxtail Dr 970.461.1000 fairfieldloveland.com 82 Guest Rooms
HAMPTON INN & SUITES BY HILTON 5500 Stone Creek Cir 970.593.1400 hamptoninnloveland.com 80 Guest Rooms
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT
HIWAY MOTEL
6106 Sky Pond Dr 970.599.7171 courtyardloveland.com 101 Guest Rooms
1027 E Eisenhower Blvd 970.667.5224 18 Guest Rooms
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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS
4705 Clydesdale Pkwy 970.593.6200 embassysuitesloveland.com 263 Guest Rooms 30
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT
6092 E Crossroads Blvd 970.663.0057 hiexpress.com 82 Guest Rooms
KINGS COURT MOTEL
RODEWAY INN
928 N Lincoln Ave 970.667.4035 26 Guest Rooms
1639 E Eisenhower Blvd 970.635.9500 rodeway.com 48 Guest Rooms
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES
ROSEBUD MOTEL
1450 Cascade Ave 970.622.8600 laquintaloveland.com 69 Guest Rooms
660 E Eisenhower Blvd 970.669.9430
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SUNRISE RANCH
746 N Washington Ave 970.278.1848 mccreeryhouse.com 4 Guest Rooms
100 Sunrise Ranch Rd 970.679.4200 sunriseranch.org 125 Guest Rooms
MICROTEL INN & SUITES
SYLVAN DALE GUEST RANCH
3996 Peralta Dr 970.663.6004 microtel.com 62 Guest Rooms
2329 N Co Rd 31D 970.667.3915 sylvandale.com 13 Guest Cabins
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TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT
3975 Peralta Dr 970.685.4357 myplacehotels.com 64 Guest Rooms
256 E 2nd St 970.203.1166 towneplacesuitesloveland.com 102 Guest Rooms
QUALITY INN & SUITES
TRAVELODGE
1500 N Cheyenne Ave 970.593.0100 choicehotels.com 62 Guest Rooms
1639 E Eisenhower Blvd 970.663.7000 www.travelodge.com 49 Guest Rooms
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WOODSPRING SUITES
5450 McWhinney Blvd 970.622.7000 residenceinnloveland.com 103 Guest Rooms
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BE A HAPPY Camper CAMP I N G
If you prefer sleeping in nature or in the comfort of your own RV, Loveland has plenty of options. Be sure to check for reservations far in advance. Most campsites and RV parks book up during the summer!
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GEAR Rentals BOYD LAKE MARINA 4430 N Co Rd 11C 970.663.2662 BoydLakeMarina.com Rent: Canoes, Kayaks, Paddle Boats, Wave Runners, Power Boats
CARTER LAKE MARINA 4011 S County Road 31 970.667.1062 CarterLakeMarina.com Rent: Power Boats
JAX OUTDOOR GEAR 950 E Eisenhower Blvd 970.776.4540
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Going into the mountains? Be sure to bring these 10 mountaineering essentials: Navigation Headlamp Sun Protection First Aid Knife Fire Shelter Extra Food Extra Water Extra Clothes You don’t have to haul all of your gear (or even own any gear) to have a blast while in Colorado.
Looking for a rental? Save yourself time and money by renting your mountain adventure gear in Loveland. Rent your skis and snowboards at Mountain Rentals and skip the long lines at the resorts, or grab those snowshoes from Jax before heading to Rocky Mountain National Park.
Local rental shops make it easy to rent gear for a day or a week to make your stay convenient.
JaxGoods.com Rent: Skis, Snowshoes, Sleds, Tents, Sleeping Bags, Stoves, Backpacks, Stand Up Paddleboards, Canoes, Kayaks
JT’S OFFROAD RENTALS 139 SW 12th Street 970.292.8528 JTsOffRoadRentals.com Rent: ATVs and Dirt Bikes
MOUNTAIN RENTALS 401 E. Eisenhower Blvd 970.667.2922 MountainRentalsInc.com Rent: Skis, Snowboards, Water Skis, Snowshoes, Wakeboards, Stand Up Paddleboards, Tubes
WHAT’S SUP Located at Carter Lake South Shore 970.797.4996 NoCoSUP.com Rent: Paddleboards
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Loveland offers easy access and free parking at all hotels and venues.
Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch
Anchored by one of the top Embassy Suites in the world and the sprawling Ranch Events Complex, Loveland has plenty of room to spread out and has everything you need to plan the perfect event. To get started, visit MeetLoveland.com to download a meetings planner’s guide with detailed listings of all Loveland venues and services. Visit Loveland staff can help you through all stages of planning, including finding venues, lodging and unique experiences, on-site registration assistance and much more. VisitLoveland.com
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Versatility and unmatched service greet you in northern Colorado’s meeting and event hub. With more than 400,000 square feet of meeting, conference and tradeshow space, planners can produce successful events of all sizes.
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Looking for a meeting or event venue under an hour from one of the nation’s largest and most connected airports, yet outside of the big city? Discover why Loveland is the ideal place for your event, wedding or conference!
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4705 Clydesdale Pkwy Loveland, CO 80538 970.962.2385
5280 Arena Circle Loveland, CO 80538 970.619.4006
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Maximum Capacity: 100,000
Total Square Footage: 57,000+
Total Square Footage: 375,000+
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LOVE WHERE YOU Work
Unemployment Rate 3.5%
Population 80,322
Median Age 39.6
Median Home Price $515,000
Median Household Income $73,492
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Loveland is a city where art and science meet and where innovation manifests itself in both the technology and the creative sectors. Situated in the center of Northern Colorado, the heart of Colorado’s growing innovation cluster and one of the top regions for high-tech startup density, Loveland is proud of its entrepreneurial spirit and is committed to the success of existing and new businesses. As the second most populous city in Larimer County and the 14th most populous in Colorado, Loveland offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a larger city. Located right off I-25 and U.S. Highway 34 just 45 minutes north of Denver, Loveland is the base camp of northern Colorado anchored by northern Colorado’s largest retail shopping center and near natural outdoor areas, nationally-recognized art and sculpture parks, a growing craft beer and distillery market and more.
Primary Industries
Bioscience & Medical Devices Distribution & E-Commerce Fabrication & Production Technology Food Processing & Manufacturing Information Technology Plastics
Educational Attainment
High School Degree or higher: 96.4% 1 in 3 have a Bachelor’s Degree or higher
Accessibility
45 Minutes to Denver International Airport United Airlines Landline
Loveland occupies 35.47 square miles at the heart of the emerging and dynamic Northern Colorado Region. The City is centered near highway, railway and airport transportation options. Colorado has a favorable tax climate where Loveland businesses benefit: income tax rates are among the lowest of states assessing a corporate income tax; one of the lowest city property tax levies in Northern Colorado; lowest sales tax of those states assessing a state sales tax. Northern Colorado drives innovation with
nine federal research labs. Two major public research universities – Colorado State University and the University of Northern Colorado – are idea incubators and produce a robust, highly educated workforce. Local community colleges are actively engaged with the region’s primary employers and entrepreneurs. The City of Loveland provides quality resources and services to existing and new businesses. Loveland features abundant resources including: • A highly trained and educated workforce
• Within a 30 minute drive of two major universities and two large community college systems • City owned 100% fiber optic internet with symmetrical speeds up to 10 Gbps • Owns its utility, so the services are reliable and affordable, some of the lowest in the state • Region produces 89% of Colorado’s oil and 70% of Colorado’s craft beer Contact us today at 970.962.2888 or visit us at LovelandEconomicDevelopment.org. 37
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