VIa Colori Festival 2023
Date and Time
Saturday Sep 23, 2023
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EDT
Dates & times:
Friday, Sept. 22, 3:00-7:00
Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 23-24, 10:00-5:00
Sunday, Sept. 24, 4:00-7:00
Rain dates: Sept. 29-Oct. 1
Location
Stafford Airport
95 Aviation Way
Fredericksburg, VA 22406
Fees/Admission
This free community festival features local artists
creating chalk street paintings that amaze adults and
children alike. Join this celebration of the
artistic process by being a
Major Sponsor!
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Contact Information
Stephanie Lyles
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Description
This celebration of the artistic process is a signature event for Stafford County offering a unique and family-oriented gathering that attracts local residents and visitors alike.
Via Colori® is loosely based on a tradition of Renaissance-era street painting in Italy. Rick Compton, after seeing the modern version of this artform in Europe, brought it to the US and founded Via Colori® in 1994. Since then,
more than 50 Via Colori® events have been held across the US, raising more than $8M for local charities. Via Colori® is truly a “celebration of creativity”, as quoted by Rick Compton.
On September 23 & 24, seventy-five local artists will create one-of-kind art experiences on the asphalt at the Stafford Regional Airport. It will be inspiring for thousands of people as the artists share their perspective and creativity.
Event & Community Success
? Average 4500 in attendance
? 14 Major Sponsors
? 75+ artists
? 200 volunteers
? 100s of children and families
engaged
? Community service vendors
? Community musicians and entertainment
? Food & beverage vendors
? Social media presence
? Generous in-kind support
? Completed within budget
? Proceeds used for Stafford
County community projects
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