The Festival of Lights ceremony started on Friday, Nov. 21, from 5–8 p.m. on 4th Street between Washington and Railroad Avenues, as well as the Foundry Plaza. Parking is available at 5th Street and Railroad Avenue lots and the Foundry Parking Garage. On-street parking is also available throughout downtown. A map of the festival area and parking locations is provided below. A hometown tradition, our Festival of Lights signature event draws local crowds into Downtown Loveland for the debut of holiday lighting along 4th Street. Celebrate the holiday season with live music and entertainment, a tree lighting ceremony, live reindeer, holiday market, carriage rides, meet Mr. & Mrs Claus and more! The Festival of Lights will be located on 4th Street and in The Foundry Plaza this year!
Loveland Festival of Lights
Blocks 1 and 2 of the Heart Improvement Plan was completed in time to host this year’s Festival of Lights celebration on Friday, Nov. 21. The public is invited to see the 4th Street Revitalization project’s first milestone with a newly designed roadway and sidewalks. After the event, the finished blocks will be fully functional to motorists and pedestrians.
“We’re deeply grateful for the patience and support shown by our downtown businesses and community throughout construction. This project has been decades in the making and completing these essential underground infrastructure improvements and long-envisioned streetscape improvements marks a major milestone for downtown Loveland. We’re excited to celebrate this progress together and welcome everyone back to experience the new space,” said City Engineer Nicole Hahn.
“Strong downtowns drive strong economies,” said Loveland Downtown Development Director Sean Hawkins. “This project ensures Loveland’s core continues to grow and prosper. By improving infrastructure and activating event spaces, we’re creating new opportunities for local businesses to thrive.”
In February, the Heart Improvement Plan’s 4th Street Revitalization Project officially broke ground on Blocks 1 and 2. Construction on Block 5, between Railroad Avenue and Garfield Avenue, began on Monday, May 12. Crews completed major underground utility upgrades, improving water, stormwater, power, telecommunications, and gas systems. Above ground, streetscape improvements leveled sidewalks, enhanced pedestrian crossings, and prioritized walkability to better support community events and local businesses on the initial blocks.
Visit Festival of Lights.