A Colorado Springs tradition that showcases locally created multicolored butterfly and dragonfly sculptures created specifically for auction nationwide will take flight next month.

The Rotary Club of Colorado Springs will host its 19th annual Wings of Change Celebration and Auction from 4:30-9 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 3, at the Hotel Polaris, 8989 North Gate Blvd., Colorado Springs. The RCCS brings business, professional and community leaders, local artists and friends together to make a positive difference through service.

Wings of Change raises money to help support this charitable tradition. Net proceeds support arts, science and technology programs in local schools, post-high-school scholarships, teacher recognition, dental care for needy children and local and international rotary service projects.

RCCS believes art and funds raised can positively transform communities as a caterpillar transforms into a butterfly. The event generates support for education and service through art, creating a meaningful fellowship while improving local, national and international communities.

RCCS President Joe Reagan credits Hotel Polaris for providing guests with the opportunity to make this year’s event a memorable celebration.

“We want people to enjoy themselves, experience extraordinary local art and spend an evening with people who care about this community. At the end of the night, all of that fun has a purpose,” Regan said in a press release.

Sculptures created by participating local artists will highlight the show. Guests will have an opportunity to learn about the stories behind the artists’ creative process and bid on a sculpture.

While butterflies represent transformation, and dragonflies evoke movement and resilience, this year’s addition of hummingbirds symbolize joy and the sweetness of living. Boasting long beaks, extended wings and distinctive shapes, these creatures inspired artists to produce a series of colorful, whimsical, intricate and unexpected creations.

The celebration also will include a drawing for the 2026 Wings of Change raffle butterfly, “Sunrise,” created by artist Al B. Johnson. A total of 2,000 raffle tickets will be sold for $10 each. The drawing will be held at 7:30 p.m. The winner needn’t be present.

“We would love to fill the room at Hotel Polaris with people who have supported Wings (of Change) for years and people who have never been before,” Reagan continued. “You don’t have to be a Rotarian (or) an art collector. Come because you love Colorado Springs. Come because you want to have a great evening. Come see what happens when creativity and generosity meet.”

Since 2008, Wings of Change has brought artists and community supporters together through custom-crafted sculptures created for public auction and display. It is the RCCS’ signature fundraiser.

The public is encouraged to attend the event with family and/or friends, enjoy a great meal, speak with artists, bid on a favorite sculpture and spend an evening with Colorado Springs residents. Tickets are on sale at CSFlight.org. To learn more, visit www.csflight.org.