91°µÍø

ALL SQUARES ARE SOLD OUT!

is a day-long firestorm of creativity and positive community energy, culminating in over a quarter mile of sidewalk space displaying amazing chalk artwork! Created by , this event is hosted on the beautiful 91°µÍø campus along the Chippewa River. Chalkfest is one of the most highly anticipated events of the summer and it's a free urban art festival with tons of family-friendly fun! 

Event Schedule 

7am-10am: Artist check- in and artwork begins
Staff will provide registration materials and show you to your assigned space. You may not check-in or begin chalking before 7am. This is the ensure all artists are judged fairly.
11am-4pm: Artist Market Open
11am-7pm: Art is open to the public. Food vendors and activities available
11am-4:30pm: Audience Choice Voting via QR Code
2pm-4pm: Official Judging 
5:30pm: Live announcement of winners on the campus mall
7pm: Event Conclusion 

Food Vendors:
Big Papa BBQ
Brooklyn Mike's
El Gancho
Olson's Ice Cream
Juice by Tene
La Le Pop

Art Vendors:
Chrissy's Creations
Allegedly Collectable
Quiltz N Thingz
Woodland Lore
Kayla Ellefson Art
Keli's African Accessories 

Free Activities include: 
Kevin's Juggling & Balloons
Panda's Face Painting, Face painting, glitter tattoos and hair tinsel 
Pablo Art Mobile
Many of our sponsors will have fun activities to participate in too!

ALL CHALKFEST SQUARES ARE SOLD OUT!

Advance Registration

• $20 Chalkfest Square Only
• $35 Chalkfest Square with Chalk

Day-of Registration

• $30 Chalkfest Square Only
• $45 Chalkfest Square with Chalk

What’s included?

• If ordering chalk, the chalk is a 48 piece Blick Artist Soft Pastels
• Knee Pad
• One (1) sponge for blending
• One (1) set of latex gloves (small, medium, large, xl available)
• Artist Pin

Chalk Artist Check In

Saturday, August 1 from 7am-10am at the check in tent near Centennial Hall on the UWEC Campus. We will provide registration materials and show you to your assigned space. You may not check in or begin chalking before 7am. This is to ensure all artists are judged fairly.

General Suggestions

• Be Ready | Completing a drawing can be physically challenging depending on the complexity and size of your design. Be ready to work hard and consider using friends as help.
• Protect Yourself | Wear a hat and sun block to prevent sunburn. A shade tent is allowed, but must be weighted down. No stakes allowed.
• Focus on Comfort | Knee pads are strongly recommended. An old pillow or other comfort devises are also encouraged. Perhaps a folding yard chair. The grass around the chalking area is not level, so please note that when planning.
• Consider Extra Chalk | Artist Soft Pastels will be provided for those who choose the $35 square + chalk, however, if you are using a predominant color in your design, you may want to purchase that color before the festival. Some swapping of colors with other artists may be possible. Additionally, we will have some pastels available for sale on site (cash only).

Rules & Guidelines

• Artists must be at least 12 years old to participate. A parent or guardian must be present with those under 18 years old.
• Artwork must be appropriate for public viewing. Nudes, advertising or overt political statements are not allowed.
• Oil pastels are not allowed.
• Artists must stay within space provided, through the whole space does not have to be used.
• Chalkfest organizers may use photos or reproductions of your artwork for future advertising and media purposes.
• Non-compliance with these rules may result in removal from the festival.

Weather/Rain Plan

In case of severe weather, the festival will be moved to Sunday, August 2. Scheduled events will stay the same and judging will still take place. Refunds will not be available due to costs incurred by Chalkfest

It is the artist's responsibility to bring materials to cover their drawings and to weigh down materials so that they don't blow away.

Volunteer

Each year we seek volunteers to assist with set up, registration, chalk sales and tear down. Please check out the available opportunities!

Thank you to our AMAZING 2026 Sponsors!

Become a sponsor

Chalkfest attracts thousands of people from the Chippewa Valley and beyond, and is covered widely in local and regional media. Sponsors are recognized through extensive local advertising, on social media and at the event. Contact us to learn more about joining us as a sponsor!

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