Chalk Art Festival Benefits Alternatives to Violence NORTH FORTY NEWS, August 23, 2023 Now in its thirteenth year, Pastels on 5th is one of Northern Colorado’s most highly-anticipated and well-loved events. The free, family-friendly festival brings together artists, businesses, and vendors to transform Downtown Loveland into a spectacular sidewalk art gallery. Most importantly, Pastels on…
Read MoreAlternatives to Violence benefit set Saturday By Kate Powell Reporter-Herald Staff Writer Pastels on 5th is dedicated to bringing color to the sidewalks of Loveland and returns Friday and Saturday for its ninth year. The art festival draws creatives from across the country to decorate the sidewalk squares of Fifth Street alongside the Loveland Museum.…
Read MoreBy Amanda Waddell | North Forty News As summer finally shows up in Northern Colorado, the festival season begins. But little do most realize that the planning and organizing for these well-loved downtown events take most of the year to prepare for the community’s enjoyment. Take the always-awesome Pastels on 5th. The coordinators have been meeting…
Read MoreReporter-Herald Staff Loveland Reporter-Herald The Pastels on 5th fundraising event for Alternatives to Violence brought artists to downtown Loveland on Saturday, where they worked on their hands and knees to create chalk art and raise money for the nonprofit that helps victims of domestic violence. The event also included live music, food and booths, and…
Read MoreBy Paul Albani-Burgio | Loveland Reporter Herald Loveland may be full of art, but the city’s sidewalks are one place that generally remain plain. Well, usually. For one day in early September, that plainness goes out the window downtown as Fifth Street becomes a patchwork of performance artistry in chalk for the city’s annual Pastels…
Read MoreBig thanks to BEST OF LOVELAND MAGAZINE for a feature article about our special event! Check out the free magazine at businesses all over town. Summer in Loveland is full of great events that include music, art, food, and fun… While it is impossible to choose a favorite, Pastels on 5th is one event that is…
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