February has lengthy been celebrated because the month of affection and romance, with the earliest official celebration of Valentine’s Day relationship again to the 1300s. Despite the fact that {couples} get all of the love and a spotlight this month, it is also a good time to concentrate on and nurture relationships with household, pals and your self.
Whether or not it is a good gesture, a enjoyable outing or a easy “pondering of you” textual content, do not hesitate to share the love this month. Listed here are some enjoyable issues to do in Colorado in February with these necessary folks in your life.
Feb. 8-13: Rejoice 110 years of winter custom in Steamboat Springs
The Winter Carnival is a novel celebration that was first began to assist residents deal with cabin fever throughout the peak of the Colorado winter season. It consists of one-of-a-kind occasions resembling skijoring, when contestants on skis race a flat course down a road whereas being pulled by a horse, and the Canine and Dad Sprint, the place kids underneath 5 compete in opposition to each other whereas being pulled in a sled by the household canine. And do not forget the sunshine present on skis, the snow sculpture competitors, the s’mores household enjoyable social gathering and extra!
Feb 10-11: Rejoice the month of affection within the land of affection
The Loveland Sweetheart Pageant in downtown Loveland, Colorado, options love-themed actions for everybody.
This free occasion consists of dwell coaching, a lightweight present, a palace of sweets, a tunnel of affection, meals vehicles, the Sweetheart Traditional 4-mile race and the Little Miss Valentine and Little Mr. Cupid contest. What’s to not love?
Feb. 16: Discover your Zen whereas supporting sustainable trend
Strawberry Mountain is a clothes resale retailer in downtown Denver, the place trend and sustainability are prime of thoughts. Whether or not you are wanting to boost your present wardrobe or downsize your closet, you should purchase, promote and commerce gently used and one-of-a-kind items.
In addition they host a month-to-month free neighborhood yoga class for all ranges of apply. This month’s class shall be from 9 am to 10 am on Thursday, Feb.16.
Feb. 25: Rejoice Mardi Gras whereas giving again to man’s finest buddy
The city of Frisco celebrates Mardi Gras with a twist by internet hosting a costumed canine parade and road social gathering for canine and their households. All proceeds from the occasion go to the non-profit Hope for Animals – Clear Creek Rescue, which helps deserted, misplaced and struggling animals via rescue, shelter and public training.
Register for the parade or come get pleasure from dwell music, “Yappy Hour” and a fancy dress contest to crown the king and queen pup of the parade.
Feb. 1-28: Take pleasure in a culinary expertise whereas getting your each day steps in
Rocky Mountain Meals Excursions provides a 1.5-mile, 3-hour strolling tour for the entire household in Colorado Springs.
The tour stops at 5 shock locations for tastings at a number of the most liked eating places in downtown Colorado Springs. Alongside the tour, a information will present native historical past tidbits and enjoyable info.
Feb. 1-28: Cozy up for a romantic sleigh journey dinner
Crisp mountain air, star-lit skies and a horse-drawn sleigh journey await you at 4 Eagle Ranch in Wolcott, Colorado, about 25 minutes outdoors of Vail Ski Resort.
Whenever you return from the sleigh journey, an genuine three-course ranch dinner is served, with s’mores by the campfire to finish the evening. Make it a date evening or convey the children, adults are $95, and youngsters are $45 every.