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Love is Sweet: Valentine Day Wedding 2020

2/16/2020

Congratulations to all of our Wedding and Vow Renewal couples!
We are so honored to help you celebrate your love!!!

Our wonderful photographer, Dick Knapp, has already sent over photos! You can find them on the wedding website. We will also post them on our My Big Day business page. We will post your photo booth pics from Exposure Selfie too! http://www.valentinesdayinloveland.com/2020-photos.html
We want to thank Todd Harding, Branden Sipes and all of our wonderful business partners as well for supporting this celebration of love!

Thank you for choosing to spend your Valentine's Day in this very special way. We hope to see you next year!

Website: http://www.valentinesdayinloveland.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValentinesDayInLoveland/

Get Married or Renew Your Vows
in the Sweetheart City: LOVELAND, CO
Loveland's Annual Valentine's Day Group Wedding
Friday, February 14th, 2020
The Foundry Park, Downtown Loveland CO
Registration 2pm - 4pm Ceremony 4:30pm
* Officiated by Todd Harding

So much to love on Valentine's Day in Northern Colorado!

2/5/2020

Loveland Colorado’s 74th Valentine Season

Love is in the Air this Valentine’s Day as Loveland, Colorado
Launches 74th Valentine Season

Head to the city for the Sweetheart Festival, to get married, lock your love, enjoy hotel deals & more!

In Loveland, the nation’s Sweetheart City, valentine season starts now. Visit Loveland and partners have unveiled details and plans for the 74th year of the valentine program including the Sweetheart Festival, group wedding, valentine beer and coffee, love locks and the new valentine wine by Sweetheart Winery. All activities and events happen the first two weeks of February.

Loveland’s Second Love Lock Sculpture
Loveland has unveiled its second love lock sculpture which will sit in the Foundry Plaza downtown for six weeks, through the Sweetheart Festival, before moving to its permanent location along the south shore of Lake Loveland near the American flag and Statue of Liberty sculpture. The 12-foot-3-inch-tall, 14-foot-3-inch-wide steel sculpture is a simple, heart design created and constructed right in Loveland by Doug Rutledge, Beatty Construction Services and Loveland Ready Mix Concrete.
Love locks sell for $20 at the Loveland Visitors Center, or visitors can bring their own. Locks will also be for purchase during the Sweetheart Festival in the 4th Street Gallery. The love locks can be customized with a paint pen or hand carving to include names and dates of those locking their love.
Love locks are a symbol of love and commitment that has been inspired by an ancient custom, which is believed to have originated in China – where lovers lock a padlock on a chain or gate and then throw away the key, symbolically locking their love forever.

The Loveland Sweetheart Festival
February 14-15, 2020
Spend Valentine’s Day at the free Loveland Sweetheart Festival Feb. 14-15, 2020.
Bring the family or your sweetheart for free fun including a Special Effects Laser Light Show, LIVE entertainment, Palace of Sweets, Kids Street with games and activities, Tunnel of Love, interactive art projects, Sweetheart Classic 4-miler and Little Miss Valentine and Little Mr. Cupid contest. The festival is an extension of Loveland’s 74+ year history in the nation’s Sweetheart City. The festival features something for everyone – families, couples, beer, wine and chocolate lovers, running lovers, art lovers and forever loves. Open 5-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14 and 2-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15. Lovelandsweetheartfestival.com

Loveland’s Valentine’s Day Group Wedding
Friday, February 14, 4:30 p.m. in the Foundry Plaza
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, keepsake photos, a love lock for the new love lock sculpture, gift bags, signature wedding cupcakes, and a chance to win a huge gift basket. Fun Fact: All marriage licenses that get issued from Loveland have a special “Sweetheart City” designation. Valentinesdayinloveland.com.

Valentine Hotel Packages
The Townplace Suites by Marriott – Loveland’s first downtown hotel – has a “Leave the key to your heart in Loveland” hotel package for valentine weekend. In addition to a one night’s stay in a luxurious suite and complimentary breakfast buffet, guests will receive a bottle of Champagne, a sweet treat, discounted movie tickets, and a love lock to place on Loveland’s two love lock sculptures.

Sylvan Dale Ranch Romantic Sweetheart Getaway packages include a one- or two-night bunk and breakfast package Feb. 14-16 in a cozy fireplace cabin at the ranch complete with a dinner for two, hearty ranch-style breakfasts and access to 3,000 acres of hiking trails, game courts, game room, and horseshoe pits. Trail rides will also be available by reservation weather depending.

Loveland Valentine's Day Group Wedding & Vow Renewal Ceremony in 2020

12/31/2019

It's official! The Valentine's Day Group Wedding will take place on Friday, February 14th in The Sweetheart City, Loveland Colorado!
Plans are in place, and more announcements will come soon!
What a romantic way to say "I Do" for the first time... or again!

Save the Date! 2 - 14 - 20

Website: http://www.valentinesdayinloveland.com/

2018 Valentine's Day Wedding Success

2/15/2018

Our 2018 Valentine's Day Group Wedding was quite a success! We had SO MANY lovely couples who are SO IN LOVE join us to get married or renew their wedding vows.
There were many beautiful stories of love, families, and commitment. A few of them can be seen here:

Video provided by the Fort Collins Coloradoan: LINK
Photos provided by K99: LINK
Stories & Photos provided by the Loveland Reporter Herald: L INK
Photos provided by the Fort Collins Coloradoan: LINK

All of the photos we have from the 2018 Valentine's Day Group Wedding can be seen on the Valentine's Day in Loveland website: LINK

Of course, our partners are a huge part of this event's success.

Music: Branden Sipes
Officiant: Todd Harding
Photographer: KJean Photography
Photo booth: Exposure Selfie
Video: Arcadian Pictures
Venues: Loveland Foote Lagoon, Loveland Library
Cupcakes: B Sweet Cupcakes
Flowers: Palmer Flowers
Candy: Colorado Candy Company

We were also VERY proud of our gift bag partners and the partners who contributed GENEROUS gifts to our Grand Prize gift basket!

All of the partners we worked with can be found HERE

Thank you to all who supported the 2018 Group Wedding in the Sweetheart City, Loveland CO.
We hope to see you in 2019!

Check out the event details here: http://www.valentinesdayinloveland.com/
This event is based in Loveland, CO but serves all of Colorado and surrounding states. While the majority of our guests come from Northern Colorado and Denver, we have had wedding couples join us from NE, WY, MS, and MO! Celebrate Valentine's Day in the most unique way with us!

Where to Dine on Valentine's Day in Loveland - 2018

2/8/2018

We are already 9 days into February, so your lead time on making an romantic Valentine’s Day plans for you and your sweets is dwindling quickly!
Don’t worry, we at My Big Day have done the research and leg-work for you and have found some wonderfully romantic ideas for you to consider:

Door 222 food+drink
Celebrated as a delectable dining experience by Feasting Fort Collins, Door 222 offers hand-crafted tapas, dinners, and desserts in an upscale atmosphere in downtown Loveland. This year, in honor of the Sweetheart City’s holiday of Love, Door 222 is presenting a Valentine’s Day, 3-courses of Love. This special meal is $40 per guest with an optional wine pairing for an additional $15. The 3 course special will include a first course with your choice of New England Clam Chowder Soup, Steak Tartare, or a Spinach Salad. The second course includes choices of Braised Beef Short Ribs, Seared Scallops, or a locally crafted Mushroom Risotto. The third course includes a variety of desserts for you and your date to choose from.

Sounds like a tasty option for anyone out on the town on Valentine’s night!

Starlight Dessert Bar
One of our local favorite spots is the Starlight Dessert bar – Loveland’s Sweetest Spot! Known for their enticing desserts and tasty displays, Starlight will be offering a special Valentine’s Dinner this year on the holiday of Love! Parties of 2 can enjoy a 4 course meal for $38, or add some wine for a total of $66! The evening includes appetizer choices, a Strawberry Spinach Salad, three choices for your main dish – including stuffed chicken breasts or Beef Tenderloin in Red Wine Sauce served with roasted asparagus and parmesan risotto. And of course, there will be DESSERT! Starlight will be offering a delicious Raspberry Chocolate Blitz to their Valentine’s diners.
If you can’t make if for a dinner reservation, don’t forget that they have specialty treats and gifts for your Valentine as well – you can purchase a 12” Heart Message Cookie for your love!

Mo’ Betta Gumbo
If you are after a more relaxed and “down home” kind of vibe for your Valentine’s celebration, you should consider making reservations at Mo’Betta Gumbo. They bring a taste of the Southern Bayou to Northern Colorado in the best way! They have an extensive menu full of the Flavors of the South, including hush puppies, Chicken Gumbo, Po’ Boys, and Crawfish Etouffee! They also have an extensive bar stocked with specialized Moonshine Flavors and Mixers, as well as a variety of Mules and signature drinks.

You will want to make sure to stop by for an after dinner drink and some Beignets at the very least!!

We hope that these options inspire you to get your plan on now! You don’t want to have a Blue Valentine due to poor planning!

And just in case you want to take the leap and say vows with your Love or renew the ones you’ve said before, you can plan to attend our Valentine’s Day Group Wedding and Vow Renewal Ceremony before your dinner reservations!

Check out the event details here: http://www.valentinesdayinloveland.com/

This event is based in Loveland, CO but serves all of Colorado and surrounding states. While the majority of our guests come from Northern Colorado and Denver, we have had wedding couples join us from NE, WY, MS, and MO! Celebrate Valentine's Day in the most unique way with us!

A Creative Way to Celebrate Valentine's Day In Northern Colorado 2018

1/27/2018

Valentine's Day 2018 is just days away... and you might be fretting over what to do this year to show your love for your one and only.

The My Big Day team has put together a list of our personal favorite ways to celebrate Valentine's Day. Feel free to borrow any of our ideas!

Christine:
Being an event planner, I start planning for holidays MONTHS OUT. A few of my favorite things...

1) Purchase matching Valentine outfits and a sweet book for my twin nieces and ship on Feb 1st!

2) Buy Valentine's for the neighbor kids and kiddos in my son's class for him to give (this year is chocolate covered pretzels and sweet little cards)

3) I get a BIG HEART for my parents from the Loveland Rotary (I make it a scavenger hunt) Look for "In love with you since '72 D+N" over by Lake Loveland!

4) I get a couple cards for my husband - one to hide in his work bag so he finds a little surprise, and another 1 or 2 to give at other times. I also gift him a sweet treat of some sort.

5) My Big Day sends out Valentine's to many of our clients and partners. We create them, stamp them, and send them out through the Valentine Re-Mailing Program in early February!

6) I send out Valentine's to family members through the Valentine Re-Mailing Program, and often send a handful of the Official Loveland Valentine's Cards that you can buy around the city.

7) My husband and I either cook a nice dinner at home, or go out to a local restaurant. A few of our favorites: Slate Italian Eatery, Starlight Dessert Bar, Taste Local, Fresh Plate Eatery, Bann Thai, the Himalayan Bistro, or Hearth.

8) Planning the Valentine's Day Group Wedding of course!

Lynzee:

My favorite way to spend Valentine’s Day is out on a trip discovering new places with my hubby! Sharing new experiences is a great way to bond!

Carrie:

As a parent of young children, getting time away to celebrate a holiday built on romance is difficult. I have found the best way is to include my two boys in the celebration. I usually prepare a candlelight dinner where the kids get to drink sparkling grape juice out of the "grown up" wine glasses, and we dine by candlelight. Sometimes we have super fancy chicken nuggets and mac and cheese - the main course is always chosen by the kiddos. Our schedules are always so busy so it's nice to have an evening to sit back with a special dinner together.

Heather:

We love to celebrate Valentines each year by going to Estes Park and go snow shoeing. We then head back to Fort Collins and eat dinner at Bisetti's. Then we go for a long stroll in old Town.

Kathy:

Valentine's Day has never been a big holiday for us to celebrate but it always gives us a reason to do a date night. We like to find a spot that is not a normal place for us or for others so we look for a hole in the wall place that is unique and cozy. This way we stay away from the crowds and we can have some quality time together. Celebrating each other and our love is something we try to do as often as we can. We love to stay connected and continue to build our relationship as we grow old together. We try to strengthen our marriage by remembering this scripture:

1 Corinthians 13:4-7
4Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud 5or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. 6It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. 7Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.

Katie:

Plan in advance... I love to make reservations at the Loveland Chophouse (4th Street) and get a nice steak dinner and fancy wine!

Randi:

My favorite way is to make a movie fort at home and watch old classics. We fill the fort with snacks and chocolates and roses. Add some cocoa and my loving partner.

Well there you have it - some ways to spend Valentine's Day from the My Big Day event planning team!

If you are looking for an EXTRA unique way to celebrate your love, join us for the Valentine's Day Group Wedding and Vow Renewal Ceremony. We create an entire ceremony around our guests! It is truly a memorable experience! LEARN MORE

Contact My Big Day

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My Big Day llc

Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068
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Located in Loveland, CO

As event planners, we serve the entire Front Range; Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken

2017 Valentine's Day Wedding Photos & Press

2/15/2017

Thank you, EVERYONE, for celebrating your day of LOVE with us! We were honored to host you.
A HUGE thank you to Todd Harding, Branden Sipes, BSweet Cupcakes, Memorybox photosbooth, Michael Brian photography, Our gift bag partners, Visit Loveland, FYN PR, Big Als Security, and the My Big Day event planning team!

Your wedding has been all over the news. Here are some articles that have already been published:
Reporter Herald CLICK HERE
Coloradoan CLICK HERE
K99 Radio CLICK HERE
Heiditown.com CLICKHERE
Colorado Life Magazine CLICK HERE
Visit Loveland on Instagram CLICK HERE
Valentine's Day in Loveland FB CLICK HERE

Photos from guests and the many photographers that attended are now on our WEBSITE
And copies of your photobooth photos can be found HERE

We'll see you in 2018!!!!
-The My Big Day team

Grand Prize Gift Basket for the Loveland Valentine's Wedding

2/8/2017

The Loveland Valentine's Day Group Wedding & Vow Renewal Ceremony is almost here!
And our GRAND PRIZE gift basket is growing!

As part of our Grand Prize gift, one lucky couple will receive gift from many stores at the Outlets at Loveland! Tons of goodies and $100 in gift cards!

In addition to the amazing gift basket from the Outlets at Loveland, you will receive a bottle of wine from Mrs. Torrelli's Wine Flat, tickets from the Budweiser Events Center to a Colorado Eagles game, gourmet candy from the Colorado Candy Company, coffee from Brewsworthy, a stay in the Honeymoon Suite at the Best Western Plus Crossroads Inn & Conference Center, Valentine's Day book and goodies from My Big Day LLC, a beautiful floral arrangement from Palmer Flowers Loveland, and an autographed copy of 14 Days of Foreplay! Even more to come!

Have you registered for the Loveland Valentine's Day Group Wedding and Vow Renewal Ceremony yet?

REALLY BAD Valentine's Day Gift Ideas

1/31/2017

Most of us try hard to find the perfect gift for our special someone. Many companies have really cute ideas out there for your loved one... and some, well... we're not sure what they were thinking.

If you are on the hunt for the perfect Valentine's Day gift, steer clear of these!
They probably won't win you any brownie points.

"Creative Novel Outdoor Sports Bicycle Mountain Bike Rear Light LED Flash Heart Lump Warning Nightlight Safety Warning Fog Light Cycling Warm Tailight "

We've all seen these hanging from the back side of massive pick-up trucks on the highway... this is not a heart. You know what it is REALLY supposed to be. In our opinion, this is not creative - it's distracting.

This questionable gift can be found on AMAZON

"How To Live With An Idiot: Clueless Creatures and the
People Who Love Them"

If you receive this book as a gift, someone is trying to tell you something.

This book can be found on EBAY

"I didn't Fart My Ass Blew You A Kiss - 11OZ Coffee Mug"

Nothing says love like a mug... and a tacky phrase. If you are given this as a gift for Valentine's Day, you may want to seek some marriage counseling.

This tacky gift can be found on AMAZON

Valentines day is coming up!! - $500 "At the end of a divorce, and my soon-to-be ex-wife and I are selling it. (yeah I know we get along really well still, you know acting like adults!!) :) Size 8 I bought at kays about 3 years ago."

Please don't give anyone a ring for Valentine's Day that has been advertised as the result of a marriage ending.

This gem can be found on CRAIGSLIST

"She Wants a Ring--And I Don't Wanna Change a Thing: How a Man Can Overcome His Fears of Commitment and Marriage"

This may be helpful to some, but sending a hint like this is not a great Valentine's Day gift!

You can find this book on EBAY

"Kemilove Amusing Emoji Emoticon Cushion Heart Eyes Poo Shape Pillow Doll Toy Gift (Cute) "

You've got to be kidding us with this. Is this really a gift? Who would want a pile of poop as a pillow? No joke, it comes in 7 colors!

This absurd gift can be found on AMAZON

2/3 of the way full -- Acqua di Gioia Jasmine - $40
"My ex husband bought this for me and I have no desire to wear it anymore. It's a great scent, I hate to see it go to waste. This was the larger bottle, 3.4 oz I believe, less than 1/3 of it has been used."

Someone's loss is not your gain on Valentine's Day. If your buying perfume or cologne, spring for a new, full bottle!

This half-hearted gift can be found on CRAIGSLIST

"Preserved Heart Valentines Day Gift "

Yep, this is exactly what it says it is. There is an added note to the description, "One Bad @$$ Valentines Present For That Special Goth In Your Life"

Proceed with caution.

This heart-felt gift can be found on EBAY

"Undies for Two (New Box)"

Gosh, we would hope this is new. It seems that underwear is best worn one pair and one person at a time.
We're not sure what the message is here... but we think you can have fun on Valentine's Day without a giant pair of underwear.

This gag gift can be found on AMAZON

*** Good luck with your Valentine's Day gift purchase! If you can't think of something creative, remember that thoughtfulness and kind words always go a long way!

Give your Valentine a romantic gift by renewing your wedding vows
in the Sweetheart City, Loveland Colorado!

Date: 2/14/17
Location: The Loveland Foote Lagoon Amphitheater
CLICK HERE for event details

Valentine's Dinner in the Sweetheart City, Loveland, CO 2017

1/23/2017

by Carrie Stadtmueller

This year, when you are searching for something to do with your sweetheart for Valentine’s Day, why not make plans to hit the town in Colorado’s own Sweetheart City – Loveland, CO! There is no better or more romantic atmosphere on this special day for lovers, than some of the local dining gems that Loveland supports.
There are a variety of different establishments to choose from to plan your perfect Valentine’s date:

Door 222 – 222 E 4th Street, #100, Loveland, CO 80537

This fun and modern eatery is located next door to Loveland’s Rialto Theater, making it the perfect stop after catching a show! They offer creative and tasty tapas plates, and an extensive spirits, wine, and beer list. You can make reservations online, or drop by for one of their happy hour specials.

Generations Wine & Martini Bar – 127 West 4th Street, Loveland, CO 80537

If it’s a night cap you’re looking for, look no further than Generations Wine & Martini Bar!Located on the west side of Loveland’s picturesque downtown, it provides a cozy and romantic atmosphere for the perfect end to your Valentine’s evening!They offer drinks and tapas made from local fares, and they have an extensive wine list.It’s the perfect spot for a quiet conversation!

Slate Italian Eatery – 530 Cleveland Avenue, Loveland, CO 80537

One of Loveland’s newest dining establishments is sure to become one of your favorite date night spots!Boasting of a “scratch kitchen” – Slate Italian makes all of their signature dishes from scratch, using locally grown produce and special ingredients imported from Italy.The atmosphere has a romantic quality, and will be a nice backdrop for your Valentine’s celebration.

Origins Wine Bar & Wood Fired Pizza – 500 N Lincoln Ave, Loveland, CO 80537

Origin’s offers the perfect laid back atmosphere for a romantic evening with your loved one.It has an extensive wine list and specializes in wood-fired pizza, paninis, bruschetta, and handmade gelato.They are located in the heart of downtown, across from the Loveland Art Museum, so it’s a perfect stop on your Valentine’s Date Night!

Wherever you decide to spend your Valentine’s Day evening, make sure to plan ahead and make your reservations early. Most of the downtown establishments offer online reservations. Many of our highlighted businesses will also be offering Valentine’s Day specials. Make sure you check out their websites for more information while planning your special date night!

And if you are looking for a truly original date idea for your sweetheart, consider renewing your vows (or getting married) at our Group Wedding on Valentine's Day 2/14/17.

Loveland's Annual
Valentine's Day
Group Wedding

Tuesday, February 14th, 2017
Loveland's Foote Lagoon Amphitheater
Registration is 2pm - 3:30pm
Ceremony at 4:30pm
* Officiated by K99's Todd Harding

Website

A romantic, candlelit ceremony at the iconic Loveland Foote Lagoon, with music you vote on, a customized ceremony, keepsake photos, gift bags, signature wedding cupcakes, and a chance to win a huge gift basket! What an original way to celebrate your love ON Valentine's Day!

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