EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The 19th annual Chalk the Block event will bring its colors back to Downtown El Paso Saturday, Oct. 4, through Sunday, Oct. 5.
The arts festival will take place at the Downtown Arts District, located at 400 West San Antonio Avenue, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Oct. 3 and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Oct. 4.
City officials said Chalk the Block will feature over 200 local and visiting artists, an art competition, interactive art installations, live music, hands-on activities, an artisan marketplace, community chalking, and more.
“For 19 years, Chalk the Block has uplifted our region’s world-class artistic talent while providing free arts experiences to the community,” City of El Paso Quality of Life Managing Director Ben Fyffe said. “We look forward to welcoming the community to Downtown for another exciting weekend celebrating art and creativity.”
Festival highlights include:
Juried Chalk Art Competition at San Jacinto Plaza, with chalk-down at 8 p.m. Saturday and awards at 1 p.m. Sunday.
Large-scale interactive installations throughout the Downtown Arts District.
Live music on two stages, including festival headliner Chuwi at 8:30 p.m. Saturday.
The Market at Chalk the Block, featuring local artisans and food vendors.
Hands-on activities presented by City museums, libraries, La Nube STEAM Discovery Center, the
Mexican American Cultural Center and other community partners.
Free screening of Fantastic Mr. Fox at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Cleveland Square Park.
Community Chalk allowing visitors to create their own sidewalk art.
As the event sponsor, Raiz Federal Credit Union will offer interactive experiences, including a money machine with prizes and a collaborative community art canvas.
“As Chalk the Block brings vibrant art to downtown, Raiz is proud to mark its 90th anniversary alongside the artists and community members who make our city special,” Raiz Federal Credit Union Vice President of Marketing Alejandro Yu said. “We look forward to celebrating El Paso’s creative spirit and creating memorable experiences throughout the festival.”
According to city officials, the festival will offer quiet hours from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday and Sunday, with sensory kits, headphones, chalk holders, pre-visit guides, and low-sensory spaces available.
Chalk the Block is presented by Raiz Federal Credit Union with additional support from the Texas Commission on the Arts, El Paso Community Foundation, Plaza Classic Film Festival, Whataburger, and Mimco.
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