IN THE NEWS: Valentine's Day Wedding in Loveland, Colorado

Where to Dine on Valentine's Day in Loveland

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!

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!!

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!

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

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

1/24/2018

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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.

Look no further than the Loveland Valentine's Day Group Wedding!

Since Loveland is known as "The Sweetheart City of America" you're already off to a good start. Add a vow renewal ceremony so that you can say "I DO" again, and you will sweep them off their feet!

The ceremony is actually customized based off of participants' feedback.

All guests receive a gift bag, a personal vow renewal certificate (or marriage certificate if you are getting married), a chance to win a huge gift basket, and a keepsake photo!
What an original, creative and thoughtful way to celebrate Valentine's Day in Colorado!

Loveland's Annual Valentine's Day Group Wedding
Wednesday, February 14th, 2018
Loveland's Foote Lagoon Amphitheater
Registration is 3pm - 4:30pm
Ceremony at 5:30pm
* Officiated by K99's Todd Harding

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!
http://www.valentinesdayinloveland.com/

Get Married or Renew Your Vows
in the Sweetheart City: LOVELAND, CO
Loveland's Annual Valentine's Day Group Wedding
Wednesday, February 14th, 2018
Loveland's Foote Lagoon Amphitheater
Registration is 3pm - 4:30pm Ceremony at 5:30pm
* Officiated by K99's Todd Harding

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The 2018 Loveland Valentine's Day Press Conference

1/2/2018

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Today the Loveland Chamber of Commerce hosted their annual press conference to unveil all of the exciting things happening in Loveland for Valentine's Day. The room was packed with guests, supporters and media, eager to hear all about what the Sweetheart City has to offer this upcoming holiday!

Every year the Loveland Chamber holds a contest and allows the public to submit entries to design the Loveland Valentine's Day card, cache, cancellation, and lovely verse. MORE INFO

Mindy, with the Chamber introduced their presenting sponsor, Kaiser Permanente, unveiled all of the folks who won the contest, introduced Miss Loveland Valentine 2018, and allowed Grimm Brothers to unveil their Valentine Beer and Brewsworth Coffee their Valentine blend! Eric Weedin shared how to request your large Valentine heart this year. ONLINE ONLY. Get them ASAP! Guests also had the opportunity to sample this year's coffee... YUM!

Cindy Makin with Visit Loveland also announced all of the exciting details surrounding this year's Fire & Ice Festival and the Loveland Valentine's Wedding and Vow Renewal Ceremony.

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2017 Wedding Photos and 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, Our gift bag partners, Visit Loveland, FYN PR, Big Als Security, and the My Big Day event planning team!

Our 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
+ more to come!

We will post all of the photos we receive on the Valentine's Day in Loveland website as they come in.
(Thank you, Michael Brian!)
And copies of your photobooth photos can be found HERE

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

Top 10 Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day In the Sweetheart City (Loveland, Colorado)

1/30/2017

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Top 10 Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day
In the Sweetheart City (Loveland, Colorado)

1. Get Married or Renew Your Vows! http://www.valentinesdayinloveland.com/

2. Profess Your Love with a BIG Heart, displayed on the streets of Loveland! https://ltvrhearts.wufoo.com/forms/2017-loveland-valentine-hearts-program/

3. Attend the Loveland Fire & Ice Festival https://lovelandfireandice.com/

4. Say "I love you" on a BIG HEART cookie http://starlightloveland.com/12-Large-Heart-Message-Cookie_p_18.html

5. Send a Valentine through 'Valentine Station' and get the custom stamp from Loveland! http://www.loveland.org/ValentineProgram/

6. Pick up a "Bleeding Heart Ale' from Grimm Brothers - a special beer with a limited release for Valentine's Day: http://grimmbrosbrewhouse.com/

7. Enjoy a cup of joe - Brewsworthy has a special Valentine coffee that can only be found in Loveland: https://www.facebook.com/brewsworthy/

8. Shop for Sweetheart City original gifts at the Loveland Visitor's Center: http://www.visitlovelandco.org/plan-your-trip/visitors-center/

9. Sweets for your Sweetheart's sweet tooth... Colorado Candy Company has custom heart candy and Candy ART - just for Valentine's Day! https://www.facebook.com/Colorado-Candy-Company-492187674274570/

10. Dine out in the Sweetheart City on Valentine's Day - but make a reservation FAR in advance! It's a popular place to be!

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Press Release: 1st Annual Loveland Valentine's Day Group Wedding & Vow Renewal

12/29/2016

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Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

My Big Day announces the 1st Annual Loveland Valentine’s Day Group Wedding

Loveland, Colorado December 29th, 2016 – In its fourth year, My Big Day announces a change to their Valentine’s Day event. Once a tastings tour in the city, we have opted to provide an event that is a bit broader and allows for more participants- all in the name of love!

The Loveland Valentine’s Day Group Wedding is our answer to the overwhelming request we hear year after year – that citizens and visitors to the Sweetheart City want to say “I Do” on Valentine’s Day. This event is not only a wedding, but a vow renewal for those who want to celebrate their commitment year after year.

The location we’ve chosen for the ceremony is Loveland’s Foote Lagoon Amphitheater. It is both romantic and unique – a picturesque location for a ceremony. The wedding and vow renewal ceremony will be officiated by K99’s Morning Show host, Todd Harding. Todd is a hopeless romantic, himself. His love for his wife, Jenny is an inspiration.

The ceremony is at 4:30pm at the Foote Lagoon on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2017. To participate, couples must register online at ValentinesDayInLoveland.com. Participation is just $30 a person and includes the customized ceremony, romantic music by Branden Sipes, certificate signed by the officiant, personalized photo by Memorybox Photos, signature cupcakes from B Sweet Cupcakes, a gift bag, and a chance to win a large gift basket!

For couples getting married, we ask that they allow some time to apply for their marriage certificate prior to the ceremony. Details can be found on the event website.

The Loveland Valentine’s Day Group Wedding is supported by the City of Loveland and the Loveland Chamber. Come celebrate the month of LOVE in the Sweetheart City, Loveland Colorado!

Registration is open now. For more information go to ValentinesDayinLoveland.com.

The Loveland Valentine’s Day Group Wedding is brought to you by My Big Day, LLC, and has been endorsed by Visit Loveland. For more information on the subject matter of the press release call Christine Forster at (970) 613-1455, email mybigdayevents@outlook.com

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Announcing our 2017 Wedding Officiant

12/19/2016

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We are thrilled to announce that our wedding and vow renewal ceremony will be officiated by Todd Harding from K99's Morning Show! We absolutely love Todd, the love he has for his wife, and all of the charities they support. He is an amazing person, and a pillar in the Northern Colorado community.

Loveland Group Wedding & Vow Renewal Ceremony
Tuesday, February 14th, 2017
Loveland's Foote Lagoon Amphitheater
Registration at 2pm
Ceremony at 4:30pm

My BIG Day, LLC
"Dream Big, Live Big. For Life's Events"
O) 970-613-1455 or C) 303-886-3068
Email: click here
Website: MyBigDayCompany.com

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Facts about the Loveland Group Wedding and Vow Renewal Ceremony on Valentine's Day 2017

11/15/2016

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There is already a BUZZ about the group wedding taking place on Valentine's Day in the Sweetheart City, Loveland Colorado. Since this is the first annual Wedding and Vow Renewal, we know you'll have questions. Below are the answers!

Q: What type of ceremony will it be?
A: We will offer a ceremony suitable for everyone, no matter your religion or faith. The officiant will offer vows that you can repeat to each other. He will also offer a silent moment for any unscripted vows or things you want to say to each other.

Q: How do I know if I'm booked?
A: When you check out from our pay portal, you'll receive an email confirmation. You'll also receive an email reminder with additional details prior to Valentine's Day.

Q: What do I need to know or bring with me prior to arrival?
A: No need to print a receipt. We will have your name on our list at registration. Registration takes place at 2pm at the Loveland Library - Gertrude Scott Room. 300 N. Adams, Loveland, CO 80537. Wedding couples must bring their Larimer County Marriage Certificate and IDs. Vow Renewal couples just need to bring their IDs. The ceremony will take place at the Loveland Foote Lagoon Amphitheater - 500 E Third St Loveland, CO 80537 at 4:30pm.

Q: I have to work on Valentine's Day, what do I do?
A: We recommend that at least one person takes the day off or a half day, so that you can register at 2pm. Registration is mandatory. The sun sets at 5:30pm that day, so it will be getting dark by 5pm. The ceremony needs to take place before it gets too dark, thus the 4:30pm ceremony time.

Q: How long is the ceremony?
A: About 30 minutes. Keep in mind that you will need extra time before or after the ceremony to take photos, if you wish. You will also need to wait in line post ceremony to collect your marriage certificate or vow renewal certificate.

Q: Do I need to make a dinner reservation ahead of time in Loveland?
A: YES! We highly recommend that if you'd like to dine in Loveland on Valentine's Day after the ceremony, that you make a dinner reservation far in advance. Since we are the Sweetheart City, restaurants get VERY busy over the holiday.

Q: Where can I learn more about what's going on around Loveland during this time?
A: We recommend you visit a couple sites: VisitLovelandCO, and Loveland Events and Happenings.

Q: Can I bring friends/family members who aren't participating?
A: No. We discourage this simply because we want the folks who paid to participate to receive the best experience, which was customized for them. We also have a capacity at the venue, so we need to be careful and only allow those who registered to participate.

Q: What about bad weather?
A: All of our events take place rain, snow, or shine. It could be below zero, or 60 degrees. We never know on Valentine's Day. Dress appropriately. The event will not be cancelled for weather, and we do not offer refunds. We will have an emergency indoor backup location on reserve, should weather simply be intolerable.

Q: Where should I park?
A: There is public parking available all over downtown Loveland. Use this LINK to view a parking map.

Q: For attire, do we have to be formal?
A: No, you can wear whatever you feel comfortable in. Please dress for the weather.

Event Info

presented by:
My BIG Day, LLC
"Dream Big, Live Big. For Life's Events"

O) 970-613-1455 or C) 303-886-3068
Email: click here
Website: MyBigDayCompany.com

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The VIP Tour is close to Sold Out!

1/13/2016

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ALERT!!! We have only TWO tickets left to the exclusive VIP Brunch & Brew Tour on 2/14. If you want to get your hands on a six-pack of Grimm Brothers Brewhouse's S'more's Porter, and take advantage of additional VIP perks, you'd better book your VIP Tour today!

***General Brunch & Brew Tours are still available on 2/13.

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