There are also many romantic dining options available, with restaurants offering special menus and intimate settings for couples to celebrate the day. In addition, local florists and candy shops do brisk business as people buy gifts for their loved ones.

As for love stories, every couple has their own unique tale to tell. Here are a few examples:

The Couple Who Climbed a Fourteener Together: There’s a couple in Boulder who fell in love while hiking one of Colorado’s famous “Fourteeners” – peaks that rise over 14,000 feet. Every Valentine’s Day, they make it a tradition to climb a new Fourteener together, rain or shine.

The Artist and the Musician: Another couple in Boulder met in an art class at the local community college. The artist was captivated by the musician’s passion for creating, and they soon became inseparable. Every Valentine’s Day, they put on a special concert for each other, playing their favorite love songs on guitar and piano.

One couple met while studying at the University of Colorado and fell in love over a shared passion for adventure and the great outdoors. They now spend every Valentine’s Day exploring a new mountain trail together.

Another couple fell in love at first sight while working at a local coffee shop. They now own the shop together and enjoy creating special drinks for each other on Valentine’s Day.

A couple who have been together for many years have a tradition of exchanging handwritten love letters on Valentine’s Day. They start writing the letters on January 1st, and by the time the 14th rolls around, they have a stack of notes full of cherished memories and heartfelt declarations of love

The Proposal at Chautauqua Park: Every year, couples flock to Chautauqua Park to enjoy the beautiful views and natural scenery. One year, a man proposed to his girlfriend while they were taking a romantic hike. They say the view was breathtaking, and she said yes!

These are just a few examples of the many unique and beautiful love stories that exist in Boulder and beyond.