Things to Do in Loveland
The Sweetheart City · Sculpture capital of Colorado
Dining & Nightlife
- Restaurant Count
- 200+
- Breweries & Taprooms
- 10+
- Farmers Market
- Loveland Farmers Market (seasonal)
Notable Restaurants
- Door 222
- Mo' Betta Gumbo
- Grimm Brothers Brewhouse
Arts & Entertainment
- Community Center
- Loveland Museum (visual arts focus)
- Live Music
- Rialto Theater (1920 historic venue)
- Public Art
- Sculptures throughout city
Annual Events
- Sculpture in the Park (Aug — largest outdoor juried sculpture show in US)
- Sweetheart Festival (Feb)
- Cherry Pie Festival
- First Friday Art Walk (monthly)
Parks & Outdoors
- Devil's Backbone Open Space — 1,000+ acres, iconic rock formations
- Boyd Lake State Park — boating, swimming, camping
- Benson Sculpture Garden — free outdoor museum, 170+ sculptures
- Loveland Recreation Trail — 8+ mi paved
- North Lake Park — downtown, Sweetheart Festival hub
Pet-Friendly Living
- Off-Leash Dog Parks
- 3+ off-leash parks
- Pet-Friendly Trails
- Devil's Backbone, Boyd Lake trails
- Vet Clinics
- 5+ locations
- Dog-Friendly Patios
- Downtown patios pet-friendly
FAQ — Loveland
What are the school ratings in Loveland?
Loveland is served by the Thompson School District (R2-J), rated B+ by Niche. Mountain View HS and Thompson Valley HS both hold B+ ratings. Big Thompson School of the Arts is a dedicated arts magnet school, and Loveland Classical Schools is a growing charter option. The district graduation rate is approximately 85%. Always verify enrollment eligibility by address, as district boundaries can be complex.
What outdoor recreation is available in Loveland?
Devil’s Backbone Open Space covers 1,000+ acres with iconic rock formations and panoramic Front Range views. Boyd Lake State Park offers boating, swimming, and camping. The Benson Sculpture Garden is the world’s largest free outdoor sculpture museum with 170+ works. The Loveland Recreation Trail extends 8+ miles of paved pathway, and North Lake Park serves as the hub for the annual Sweetheart Festival.
What are the top dining options in Loveland?
Loveland has 200+ restaurants and 10+ breweries/taprooms. Notable spots include: • Door 222 • Mo’ Betta Gumbo • Grimm Brothers Brewhouse (fairy-tale themed craft brewery) The Rialto Theater (a 1920 historic venue) hosts live music, and the Loveland Farmers Market runs seasonally. First Friday Art Walk features downtown galleries open late with live music monthly.