The city of Loveland is set to come alive this weekend with a range of engaging activities leading up to Valentine’s Day. On Friday, February 9, 2024, residents and visitors can enjoy a variety of events, from art shows to social gatherings, making it an ideal opportunity to celebrate romance and community spirit.
Evening Events Take Center Stage
The highlight of the evening is the Night on the Town, scheduled from 18:00 to 21:00 in downtown Loveland. This lively event features live music, special promotions from local restaurants, and gallery openings, providing a festive atmosphere for attendees. More information can be found at lovelandnightonthetown.org.
For art enthusiasts, the “65 Roses for Cystic Fibrosis” Art Show Reception at the Independence Gallery, located at 233 E. Fourth St., runs concurrently from 18:00 to 21:00. This exhibition aims to raise funds for cystic fibrosis research, supporting both the CF Foundation and the Net Healing Foundation, which focuses on neuroendocrine tumors. The exhibition will continue until February 28, and inquiries can be made at 970-669-0889 or independencegallery.com.
Additionally, the haunted house “The Cursed Wedding at Mirewood Haunted Manor” will be open from 18:00 to 22:00 at 333 E. Fourth St.. Hosted by Find Your Light, this Southern Gothic-themed haunted house offers a unique twist to Valentine’s festivities, with admission priced at $15.
Family-Friendly and Community Events
Families looking for engaging activities can enjoy the Loveland Museum, which offers free admission from 17:00 to 20:00. Visitors can participate in a Vegetable Printmaking workshop from 17:00 to 19:30, inspired by the museum’s current exhibit, “V for Vegetable.” This drop-in event allows participants to create colorful prints using carved vegetables. For more information, visit thelovelandmuseum.org.
Social opportunities abound at the Sweetheart City Singles Social, taking place from 18:00 to 21:00 at Top of the Lake Coffee Co. and Grimm Brothers, located at 815 14th St. SW, B100. The event will feature line dancing and facilitated discussions for singles from Northern Colorado, with tickets priced at $39.
For those interested in contributing to a charitable cause, the Slammin Famine Feed My Starving Children Mobile Packing Event will be held on Friday and Saturday at the Thomas McKee 4-H Building at The Ranch, 5260 Arena Circle. Volunteers can help pack meals for malnourished children worldwide during various shifts throughout both days. More details are available at slamminfamine.org.
The Loveland community will also host several other events, including a ’50s Sock Hop at Loveland Aleworks from 17:00 to 19:00, a Valentine Cookie and Drink Pairing at Sky Bear Brewery and Pub, and a bacon and beer pairing at Big Thompson Brewery.
With a diverse variety of activities, Loveland invites everyone to participate in the local festivities this weekend, offering entertainment and opportunities for connection and community involvement. Whether enjoying art, music, or engaging with local causes, there is something for everyone in Loveland this pre-Valentine’s Day weekend.
