Summary

The Chalk the Block event marks the 19th anniversary of its founding and continues with a full weekend-long celebration across three main areas. While the inaugural event featured only twelve artists who transformed into over 100 participants, the full weekend brings an impressive turnout of performers, including live dance, theatrical productions, and sidewalk chalk competition. Local and touring artists will perform alongside vendors selling art and food, ensuring attendees have access to hands-on activities and exhibits from partner institutions like the El Paso Museum of Art and Museum of Archaeology. The cultural atmosphere is enhanced by free entertainment and the opportunity to learn, making the experience both fun and educational for the entire Downtown Arts District community.

Title

Chalk the Block | Chalk the Block

Description

The largest FREE three-day public arts festival in the Southwest.

Keywords

artists, event, chalk, block, downtown, arts, local, details, vendors, installations, over, museum, schedule, parking, stay, faqs, student

NS Lookup

A 209.194.208.63

Dates

Created 2026-04-13

Updated 2026-04-22

Summarized 2026-04-24