Loveland Hosts 35th Annual Valentine's Day Mountaintop Wedding

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Loveland Ski Area in Colorado is hosting its 35th annual Valentine's Day Marry Me & Ski for Free Mountaintop Matrimony event on February 14, 2026. Couples with valid Colorado marriage licenses can get legally married or renew their vows in an outdoor ceremony at 12,000 feet, followed by an après-ski party with music, wedding cupcakes, and sparkling cider.

Why it matters

This long-running event at Loveland has become a beloved Colorado tradition, offering couples a unique and memorable way to celebrate their love on Valentine's Day. The mountaintop setting and ski-themed festivities make it an attractive option for adventurous couples, while the BOGO lift ticket deal and other perks help make it an affordable wedding option.

The details

The wedding ceremony takes place outdoors at noon in Forest Meadow, lasting about 30 minutes. Couples must sign in at registration in the morning and be at the ceremony site by 11:30 am. Participants and guests must be able to ride the lift up and ski or snowboard down to attend. An après-ski party with music, wedding treats, and drinks follows the ceremony at 1:30 pm. Couples who pre-register receive 2-for-1 lift tickets, discounted lunch vouchers, and a wedding "goodie bag."

• The annual event takes place on Valentine's Day (February 14, 2026).
• The wedding ceremony is held at 12 pm sharp.
• The après-ski party is from 1:30 pm to an unspecified end time.

What’s next

Couples interested in participating must pre-register online in order to receive the discounted lift tickets, lunch vouchers, and other perks. Registration is $35 per couple and does not include lift tickets or lunch.