ABOUT THIS EVENT
The runway is ready, and we’re just days away from an unforgettable afternoon of fashion, art, and community! Before you arrive for DAVA’s Walk This Way: A Fashion Fundraiser, here are a few helpful details to make your experience seamless:
Date: Sunday, October 26, 2025
Time:2:00–5:00 PM
Location: Stanley Marketplace, 2501 Dallas St, Aurora, CO 80010
Guest Entrance: Please enter through the main entrance of Stanley Marketplace.
Order of Events
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1:30 PM – Doors open
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2:00 – 2:30 PM – Reception
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2:30 – 3:00 PM – DAVA Welcome and Program
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3:00 – 4:00 PM – Fashion Show
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4:00 – 5:00 PM – Enjoy the Party!
Check-In:
Upon arrival, please visit our check-in table near the main entrance to receive your event wrist bands. We will have your tickets listed under the name of the main purchaser. (If you are the main purchaser, please forward this email to your guests)Dress Code:
Fashion-forward or artsy chic — express your style or simply come as you are.
Upon arrival, please visit our check-in table near the main entrance to receive your event wrist bands. We will have your tickets listed under the name of the main purchaser. (If you are the main purchaser, please forward this email to your guests)Dress Code:
Fashion-forward or artsy chic — express your style or simply come as you are.
Menu:
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French Charcuterie spread
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Assorted macarons (gluten free, vegan)
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Ratatouille bites
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French onion shooters
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Coq a Vin chicken wings
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Sparkling soda and lemonade bar with fresh garnishes
We are looking forward to treating your senses to a feast of culinary artistry curated straight from our neighbor, La victoria Healing Kitchen in honor of Viviane Le Courtois’ French farm roots. La Victoria Healing Kitchen is a vibrant, living expression of community, where the power of food, culture, and care come together. Their philosophy is simple yet profound: beauty lives in our differences, and something powerful happens when people gather to share food and stories. Thank you for supporting local businesses!
VIP Experience:
For the VIP ticket holders, enjoy the lounge located upstairs at Cheluna Brewing Co. with additional menu and drink options, prime seating for the fashion show and entertainment by Dzirae Gold.
Shop:
Pick up some DAVA merch, order an artist designed custom pair of sneakers for the holidays, or shop our guest designer’s exclusive truck show.
Parking:
Free parking is available in the Stanley Marketplace lots. We encourage guests to arrive early to allow time for parking and check-in.Why It Matters:
Every step down the runway helps pave the way for creativity and opportunity. Your attendance directly supports DAVA’s mission to provide art education that strengthens youth confidence, cognitive development, and emotional well-being — while building a vibrant community through creativity.We can’t wait to Walk This Way with you!
Free parking is available in the Stanley Marketplace lots. We encourage guests to arrive early to allow time for parking and check-in.Why It Matters:
Every step down the runway helps pave the way for creativity and opportunity. Your attendance directly supports DAVA’s mission to provide art education that strengthens youth confidence, cognitive development, and emotional well-being — while building a vibrant community through creativity.We can’t wait to Walk This Way with you!
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Honoring Viviane Le Courtois
25 Years of Inspiring Creativity at DAVA
This year, we proudly celebrate Viviane Le Courtois, an extraordinary artist, educator, and visionary, who has shaped the creative journeys of thousands of young people at DAVA over the past 25 years.
Born in France and based in Denver, Viviane is known for her process-based, conceptual, and participatory art that connects everyday life to deeper social and environmental issues. Her work has been exhibited internationally, from the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver to Meow Wolf, and she is the recipient of numerous awards and residencies.
Since joining DAVA in the early 2000s, Viviane has transformed our programs, curating over 100 exhibitions, expanding our studios, launching the high school program, and inspiring students with her global perspective and passion for art. She currently serves as Curator and Director of Art Practices, continuing to dream big for the future of DAVA. Join us in honoring Viviane’s incredible legacy and the countless lives she’s touched through art.
www.vivianelecourtois.com | @lecourtoisviviane
Walk With Us!
By sponsoring Walk This Way: Fashion Fundraiser for DAVA, you are not just supporting an event, you are uplifting young artists right here in our community. Your partnership helps provide hands-on art experiences that build confidence, creativity, and resilience in Aurora’s youth. Sponsorship also connects you with neighbors, families, and local leaders who believe in the power of the arts to make a difference. Together, we can celebrate creativity and ensure the runway belongs to the next generation of artists.
