Hearts Afire weekend bringing the heat & the ice
By Chuck Gibson
LOVELAND, OH (February 9, 2026) – The City of Loveland’s Valentine special ‘Hearts Afire” is just days away with plans for a four-day celebration all around Historic Downtown Loveland this Thursday thru Sunday, February 12-15.
Fire and Ice will be featured with the return of the fan favorite ice sculptures and live performances by “fire performers” along with Highland cows, yes cows, a Valentine vendors marketplace and special promotions from local businesses throughout Loveland.
Fire performers during a previous Hearts Afire weekend (File photo-City of Loveland)
Ice Sculptures will once again be featured at the Hearts Afire Weekend in Loveland (File Photo)
“Hearts Afire Weekend celebrates what Loveland does best—bringing people together through creativity, tradition, and heartfelt fun. Whether you’re here for romance, family time, or a weekend out with friends, there’s something to fall in love with.” – Mayor Kathy Bailey
You’ll love seeing the ice sculptures on display, but better yet enjoy the live ice-carving demonstrations. Fire performers will heat things up for you with interactive fire-themed activities sure to amaze. The Highland cows will provide plenty of petting and photo ops for all. It is Valentine’s weekend and the city didn’t miss out – just in case you still need to find just the right gift, or something just for fun, the Valentine’s Vendor Market and Sip & Shop activities may just light another kind of fire for you and your special Valentine. The Downtown Loveland businesses will be offering Valentine-themed special and in-store fun events and activities.
The Hearts Afire events take place all across Historic Downtown Loveland setting hearts afire for families, couples, and visitors from all around surrounding Loveland communities and Greater Cincinnati. This Thursday thru Sunday, February 12-15.
Check the full schedule of events right here at: https://lovinlifeloveland.com/events/loveland-hearts-afire-weekend/
