During the 1920s, Loveland boasted the largest cherry orchard to the west of the Mississippi River and was famous for producing over $1 million dollars in cherries every year. The event seeks to recognize Loveland’s local heritage as once being a home to over 10,000 acres of cherry orchards from the 1920s through the 1960s.

The 2024 Celebration supports local vendors, artisans, non-profit organizations, and the community at large by providing an annual event with community, fun, and music.

This year's Cherry Celebration is scheduled for Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm, taking place outdoors next to the Loveland Museum on 5th Street and the parking lot.

 www.thelovelandmuseum.org/loveland-cherry-celebration

Art of the Tart Cherry Pie Contest

The Art of the Tart Cherry Pie contest will have two categories – Adult & Youth. Pies must be received at the contest table between 4:00-4:45 pm. Category winners will be announced at 6:40 pm. Pies will be evaluated based on flavor, appearance, crust, filling, texture, and overall impression. Judges will award 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for the best adult and youth pies. Prizes will be awarded. Commercially baked pies are not allowed. All pies must be prepared within 24 hours of the 4:45 pm deadline.

2024 Cherry Celebration Events

4:00 - 4:45 pm – Art of the Tart Cherry Pie contest drop-off period

5:00 - 8:00 pm – Kids activities, vendors, food trucks, cherry goods market, art

5:00 - 6:15 pm – Live music by Serpentine

6:40 pm – Winners for Art of Tart Cherry Pie contest announced

6:45 - 8:00 pm – Live music by Cipriano Ortega