Loveland Kicks Off 80th Annual Valentine Remailing Program

Volunteers to stamp over 120,000 love letters in Northern Colorado city.

Feb. 3, 2026 at 5:07pm

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The city of Loveland, Colorado has kicked off its 80th annual Valentine Remailing Program, where volunteers will stamp about 120,000 pieces of mail in the coming days. On Monday, Miss Loveland Valentine 2026, Ellory Anne Bauersfeld, joined Mayor Pat McFall and other volunteers to stamp the first cards of the season.

Why it matters

Loveland's Valentine Remailing Program is a beloved local tradition that has been running for 80 years. The program allows people to send their love letters through Loveland to receive a special postmark, making the cards even more meaningful for recipients.

The details

Each year, volunteers in Loveland stamp and process thousands of love letters and cards that are sent to the city to receive the special Valentine's Day postmark. The program has become a cherished tradition in the Northern Colorado community.

  • The 80th annual Loveland Valentine Remailing Program kicked off on Monday, February 3, 2026.
  • Volunteers will stamp about 120,000 pieces of mail in the coming days leading up to Valentine's Day.

The players

Ellory Anne Bauersfeld

Miss Loveland Valentine 2026, who helped stamp the first cards of the season.

Pat McFall

The Mayor of Loveland, Colorado.

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The takeaway

Loveland's Valentine Remailing Program has endured for 80 years, demonstrating the city's commitment to celebrating love and community traditions. The program allows people to add a special touch to their Valentine's Day cards by having them stamped in Loveland before being sent to their final destinations.