Become an artist or event sponsor at Via Colori® Stafford, a 2-day Free Community Event, Sept. 23 & 24 from 11 AM - 5 PM.

Via Colori Stafford showcases the street painting wonders of 75 local artists. Over the weekend, there will be food trucks, a children’s creative area, music and performers, non-profit partners, sponsor booths, and thousands of guests.

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.

2023 Primary Beneficiaries

Stafford public school projects that promote local history and culture, encourage student leadership, provide educational resources, and support underserved students.

Become An Artist

• Register to create a 4×4, 6×6, or 10×10 square on your own, with a partner or a group. The deadline is 9/1/2023 (will close sooner if all spots are filled).

• Participate in a workshop with the 2023 Featured Artist, Liz Castellano-King, to get a feel for the festival and learn some tricks from an experienced artist. The in-person workshop (Via Tutori) will be held at Howell Library, Tuesday, August 8, 5:30-7:30.

• Because our sponsors believe in supporting the arts, there is no charge for the artists, and materials are included.

• There will be an artist’s reception and materials pick-up on Friday, September 22 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Stafford.

Interested in being a sponsor?