Pastels on 5th, Loveland, CO

09/14/2023

People's Choice Update:

There were a lot of new votes in the last 24 hours! Vote for your favorites at https://pastelson5th.org/vote/

1st Place: #4 designed by Jozy Campbell and sponsored by T-N-T Home Improvements with 558 votes

2nd Place: #34 designed by Ralph Dobson and sponsored by OtterCares Foundation with 373 votes (up from 317 yesterday!)

3rd Place: #63 Hank's Pet Food Market designed by Sedona Hunter with 286 votes

Enter the number of votes you wish to cast for each square. You can vote as many times as you want. Each vote is $1.

09/13/2023

Thank you Townsquare Media for coming by to check out the fabulous art this year! If you were an artist your square may be featured in their blog - check it out!

Such great work, for a great cause! Take a look!

09/13/2023

People's Choice Update:

1st Place: #4 designed by Jozy Campbell and sponsored by T-N-T Home Improvements with 558 votes
2nd Place: #34 designed by Ralph Dobson and sponsored by OtterCares Foundation with 317 votes
3rd Place: #63 Hank's Pet Food Market designed by Sedona Hunter with 286 votes

Coming in close are:
Square #108 Soul Shine Botanica and gifts designed by Avery Wyke with 253 votes
Square #114 95.5 Pirate Radio designed by Arionna Gray with 250 votes

You can keep voting for your favorites at https://pastelson5th.org/vote/ Voting closes Sunday, September 17 at 5:00 pm.

09/12/2023

Did you see these "pretty in pink" ladies around at Pastels on 5th Saturday? They are the women of Loveland Philo! They were a huge help at the Pastels Information Booth and around the event and are long-time supporters of Alternatives to Violence - helping there when they can too! Thank you ladies for all you do for us and the community!

09/12/2023

People's Choice Update:

1st Place: #4 designed by Jozy Campbell and sponsored by TNT Home Improvements with 553 votes

2nd Place: #34 designed by Ralph Dobson and sponsored by OtterCares Foundation with 317 votes

3rd Place: #63 Hank's Pet Food Market designed by Sedona Hunter with 266 votes

Coming in close are:
Square #114 95.5 Pirate Radio designed by Arionna Gray with 250 votes
Square #108 Soul Shine Botanica and gifts designed by Avery Wyke with 233 votes

Don't see your favorite? You can change that by voting at https://pastelson5th.org/vote/ Voting closes Sunday, September 17 at 5:00 pm.

09/11/2023

Look at this crew! Pastels on 5th would not happen if it wasn't for all these fabulous people who dedicate HOURS AND HOURS of their personal time and skills. THANK YOU!!!

Photo by Bill Stratton Photography

09/10/2023

Here's your first update on the People's Choice voting!

1st Place: #4 designed by Jozy Campbell and sponsored by TNT Home Improvements with 553 votes

2nd Place: #34 designed by Ralph Dobson and sponsored by OtterCares Foundation with 287 votes

3rd Place: #63 Hank's Pet Food Market designed by Sedona Hunter with 261 votes

Don't see your favorite? You can change that by voting at https://pastelson5th.org/vote/ Voting closes Sunday, September 17 at 5:00 pm.

09/10/2023

Love seeing some of our artists featured in this morning's Loveland Reporter-Herald article, and sharing what they get out of being at Pastels on 5th!

Loveland celebrated its 13th annual Pastels on 5th Celebration Saturday, with artists from around the state coming to adorn downtown Loveland with sidewalk art. The tradition, in its 13th year, has…

09/10/2023

We were blown away by the remarkable chalk art we saw yesterday! Our judges had a tough time choosing, but here are the juried winners from Pastels on 5th 2023!
1st Place: Jen Hahn, Square #51 sponsored by Big Grins Pediatric Dentistry
2nd Place: Makenna Jager, Square #9 sponsored by Gnebriated Gnome Distillery
3rd Place: Amanda Gress, Square #36 sponsored by Visit Loveland Colorado
Young Artist Award went to Gabriella Saenz sponsored by Loveland's Thompson Valley Rotary
Photos taken by Bill Stratton Photography

We will post an update on the People's Choice Awards later today!

09/09/2023

Carnival Hustle has taken the stage! Blues fun here at Pastels on 5th!

09/09/2023

Wendy Woo with her band Girl Crush is on stage now! Come sing and dance along with us while enjoying the art and Marketplace too!

09/09/2023

It’s a picture perfect day at Pastels on 5th! We’re here until 5!

09/09/2023

We will officially be open in a few minutes but the artists have already started! Come on down!

09/08/2023

The bags are filled and ready to help welcome our artists tomorrow morning starting at 8:00 am! Thank you Visit Loveland Colorado for providing the bags that hold a number of goodies for our artists, including a new set of pastels, plus more from our sponsors!

09/08/2023

TOMORROW is the big day! Come enjoy a day of fabulous art, live music, kids fun plus handmade goods and delicious food from vendors. It's going to be a great day! 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

09/07/2023

Yea! We can't wait to color the sidewalks THIS SATURDAY! Thank you Loveland Reporter-Herald for sharing our event with the community!

The event will be held rom 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday on Fifth Street between Cleveland and Lincoln Avenue. More information on the event can be found at pastelson5th.org.

09/06/2023

PRIZE ALERT! Alternatives to Violence has received some great prize donations for their raffle at Pastels on 5th this Saturday - including this incredible floral art decor from Dried and Revived! A $200 value! Make sure to stop by the ATV booth for your chance to win this special piece for your home or event and other great items.

09/05/2023

Thank you Visit Loveland Colorado for your support! Make sure to visit their booth at Pastels on 5th THIS Saturday in the Marketplace area!

Pastels on 5th St, a renowned street-art festival in the Sweetheart City, returns to town September 9th in downtown Loveland.

09/04/2023

On this Labor Day we want to thank each of our amazing volunteers for committing their own time and passion to putting this event together. Pastels on 5th would not be such a successful and community-loved event without them! It is truly a labor of love!

09/03/2023

Take a minute to learn a bit more about the inspiration behind Pastels on 5th with this great article from the Greeley Tribune (also featured in the new A&E Spotlight)!

The 13th annual Pastels on 5th kicks off at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 9 on Fifth Street between Cleveland and Lincoln avenues in downtown Loveland with over 150 artists armed with a set of Koss paste…

09/02/2023

Volunteers, artists and vendors have all been working hard for another great Pastels on 5th event! We hope to see you there!

08/31/2023

Welcome back Loveland Ford! Thank you for being a longtime partner!

Mark your calendars! 🗓️🎨 is right around the corner… next Saturday, September 9! We’re thrilled to be a sponsor again this year and can’t wait to see all the amazing art fill the streets!

08/27/2023

Thank you North Forty News for sharing Pastels on 5th with your readers! We are just a couple of weeks away from the big day!

Now in its thirteenth year, Pastels on 5th is one of Northern Colorado’s most highly-anticipated and well-loved events.

08/25/2023

Today is the last day for artists to register. Please tag anyone you think might be interested so they don't miss out! Register online at https://pastelson5th.org/artist-info/

08/24/2023

We are so excited to welcome back as a Premier Sponsor, Independent Financial! If you'd like to join Independent Financial in supporting the critical services provided by Alternatives to Violence to our community you can still register at https://pastelson5th.org/

08/22/2023

Boxes and boxes of pastels have arrived! Each artist gets a box of 24 color KOSS pastels. Artists: These are the only pastels approved by the City. Please do not bring any other pastels to the event.
We can't wait to color Downtown Loveland!

08/18/2023

Did you know Pastels on 5th is a fundraising event for Alternatives to Violence? The money raised goes to support the critical services provided free to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking. That includes emergency shelter in their SafeHouse. Thank you for continuing to make this a successful event, raising money for those in need right here in our community.

08/16/2023

Do you know the juried winners at Pastels on 5th receive cash prizes sponsored by Jerry's Artarama Fort Collins?! Here's a look back at last year's amazing winners! Can't wait to see what they each design this year!

1st place: Jackson Fry sponsored by Shadowplay Films
2nd place: Jennifer Strona Tracy sponsored by NOCO Style
3rd Place: Elizabeth Suriani sponsored by Weedin Insurance
Young Artist: Lucy Spoon sponsored by Heaven's Popcorn

08/14/2023

Thank you Macaroni KID Fort Collins CO for sharing our event with your readers! Macaroni Kid is a reliable go-to resource to find great things for families and kids to do, plus discover valuable community resources.

Have you been to Pastels on 5th? Now in its thirteenth year, Pastels on 5th is one of Northern Colorado’s most highly-anticipated and well-loved e…

08/12/2023

More of the wonderful vendors that will be with us at Pastels on 5th Saturday, September 9. Save some time to stop by!

Just Because Visit Loveland Colorado Solana State of Mind

08/11/2023

This weekend visit the largest juried outdoor sculpture show in the US - Sculpture in the Park! And also happening right across the street is Art In The Park. How lucky are we to have this all right in our backyard?!

08/10/2023

Word is starting to get out about this year's event - Saturday, September 9! Thank you Reporter Herald! 😄🥰

LOVELAND — Pastels on 5th, Loveland’s sidewalk-art festival, is returning to downtown on Sept. 9 between Cleveland and Lincoln avenues. 

08/09/2023

Time is running out! Artists - please make sure to register by the 25th. Your $10 registration fee includes breakfast, a set of City-approved Koss pastels, T-shirt and lunch! Register at https://pastelson5th.org/artist-info/ We can't wait to see your beautiful chalk creations!

Photo by Bill Stratton Photography

08/07/2023

We are so grateful to the mastermind Creative13Design who is behind all of the designs on our posters, brochures, T-shirts, and more that helps to promote Pastels on 5th to the community! Thank you for your longtime partnership!

08/04/2023

Every year the raffle at the Alternatives to Violence booth has helped raise nearly an additional $1,000 to support abuse survivors! Raffle prizes have included a dollhouse, handmade ceramics and gift cards for fun experiences. We're looking for items to make this year's raffle another success! If you'd like to donate an item, please email [email protected]. Thank you!

08/02/2023

We are so excited to add Cerise Sprague to our amazing list of musicians! Cerise will be kicking off our live music performances at 11:30 am. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes to dance throughout the day!

08/01/2023

Shout out to one of our biggest supporters PÜR Evergreen who increased their sponsorship status to Premier this year! We are so grateful for the commitment to help survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking and sexual assault in our community. If you'd like to become a sponsor please visit https://pastelson5th.org/sponsor-info/

07/31/2023

These delicious vendors will be ready for you, so come hungry! Then walk it off as you watch remarkable chalk art come to life!

Golden Goodness Food Truck LLC Fork Yeah Heavens Popcorn Old School BBQ LLC Rocky Mountain Lemonshakers

07/30/2023

Are you planning a visit to see the new pieces at the Benson Sculpture Garden?

Five new pieces dedicated at Benson Sculpture Garden on Saturday bring the collection to 178, valued at over $5 million.

07/26/2023

THE MARKETPLACE IS FULL! We are unable to accept anymore applications from food or artisan vendors. We are so grateful for the community's enthusiasm to be a part of this event!