Pasadena Chalk Festival

Set your eyes on an array of colorful artworks in this annual Pasadena tradition, where creativity and artistry is celebrated with chalk.

Take in the eye-catching works of this Pasadena festival that goes beyond sidewalk chalk. Over 500 skilled chalk artists come together to create masterful artwork in Pasadena, California in the month of June annually. Celebrating 32 years in 2025, The Pasadena Chalk Festival receives over 20,000 visitors and raises funds for local nonprofit organizations benefiting arts programs for underprivileged youth.

When & Where
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What to Expect
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When & Where

The 32nd Annual Pasadena Chalk Festival on June 14 & 15, 2025 (10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.) welcomes over 20,000 attendees to the heart of Pasadena, California. Hosted at The Paseo on 300 E. Colorado Blvd., over 500 skilled chalk artists participate in the festival, to support nonprofit organizations benefiting arts programs for underprivileged youth.

People walk through the Pasadena Chalk Festival at the Paseo.

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The Pasadena Chalk Festival is free and open to the public.

Chalk murals at the Pasadena Chalk Festival in Pasadena, California.
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Visit Pasadena

What to Expect

  • Vivid Chalk Murals - Marvel at the breathtaking works of chalk artists, honoring a diverse array of cultures, films, music, and more.
  • Entertainment - Live tunes, activities for kids and concessions will also be a part of the upcoming festival.
  • Food & Drinks - Take a break at the onsite beer garden, treating yourself to refreshing beverages and mouthwatering eats.
Artists drawing chalk murals under umbrellas at Pasadena Chalk Festival in Pasadena, California.
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Visit Pasadena

FAQ

Parking

300 E. Colorado Blvd.
$12 daily maximum
Call (626)817-0827 for parking questions

Public Transit: Metro A Line
Memorial Park Station and Del Mar Station are both about 10 minute-walks to the The Paseo.

What is the Silent Auction?

Blick Art Materials donated 1' x 1' canvases for each participating artist, who is then asked to donate a painted version of their proposed mural for the Silent Auction. The proceeds will go towards nonprofits for arts in public schools. They fund art education programs for schools in Pasadena and Los Angeles. More information is available online at www.lightbringerproject.org. Final bids will happen at 6 p.m. on Sunday.

Artist Questions

  • New artist applications will need to provide a one-time $35 non-refundable entry fee. Fees do not apply after the artists' first year.
  • Lead artists must be 16 years and older; those who are under the age of 16 can help a qualifying lead artist, but they cannot be lead artists themselves
  • Chalk and umbrella over the mural will be provided
  • Canvas will be provided for each artist to donate a finished 1' x 1' piece of art that will be used for fundraising at the Silent Auction
  • Artists should sign up ASAP at the official website of the Pasadena Chalk Festival here
  • Provide a sketch for approval

Additional Artist Questions should be directed to: Pasadena Chalk Festival

Award Categories

  • Best of Festival (as voted by artists). Grand Prizes: 1st, 2nd & 3rd place
  • "People's Choice" Award (as voted by the public)
  • Best Technique (as voted by artists)
  • Best 3-D Effect (a visual 3-D effect or achieving a 3-D effect by using tangible elements and objects) (as voted by artists)
  • Best Use of Color (as voted by artists)
  • Best Rendition of a Masterpiece (as voted by artists)
  • Most Humorous (as voted by artists)
  • Most Inspirational (as voted by artists)
  • On the Way to MOCA (as voted by artists)
  • Best in Animation (as voted by artists)
  • Best New Artist (will provide placement card) (as voted by artists)
  • Best of the Silent Auction (highest bid achieved for artist canvas)

Pasadena Police Department Car Show

The 23rd annual car show takes place on Saturday, June 14, 2025 at The Paseo. Admission is also free.

Check out the hottest rides from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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