Greeley Stampede 16th Annual Western Art Show Opens Wednesday Night

The Stampede Western Invitational Art Exhibit and Sale kicks off the 16^thAnnual Show with the Opening Night Gala on Wednesday, June 24^th at the Island Grove Events Center lobby (425 N. 15^th Ave.).  The doors will open at 5:30 pm.

Tickets

Tickets can be reserved in advance for $40.00 each or $50.00 after June 15^th. To reserve tickets call (970) 356-7787. The event will give you the first opportunity to purchase the displayed art, as well as meet the attending artists. After the fixed priced sale there will be a dinner and a live auction of quick draw artwork and other pieces that were donated by the artists.  100% of the live auction proceeds will benefit the Stampede Foundation.

Scholarships

In honor of the Stampede Western Invitational founding members, two $1,000 scholarships designated as The Holland and Ketterling Scholarships, will be awarded during the Gala. The net proceeds of the annual event will benefit Stampede Foundation scholarships that are awarded to Weld county high school seniors each year.  This year 21 students were awarded financial assistance through the programs application process.

The Stampede Western Invitational Art Exhibit and Sale runs during the Greeley Stampede June 25^th through July 5^th, and is open until 9:00 pm daily. It will be free with park admission.

Artists

This year’s show will feature 40 artists, with new and returning artists from around the country showcasing over 200 pieces of artwork.  These artists include: