The 2026 Chalk Festival returns to The Paseo. The celebration features over 500 skilled chalk artists from around the world who will come together to complete live in-person murals.
The free, family-friendly event is perfect for a fun weekend in Pasadena with a live DJ and concessions.
A Silent Auction will feature works donated by each participating artist on a 1' x 1' canvas. Proceeds will fund art education programs for schools in Pasadena and Los Angeles.
Event Details
The event is from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM on both days
Parking
- 300 E. Colorado Blvd.
- 90 minutes free with validation from participating stores
- $1.50 each 30mins thereafter
- $12 daily maximum
- Call (626)817-0827 for parking questions
Public Transportation
Take the Metro A Line to Memorial Park Station or Del Mar Station. Both stations are .4 miles away and about ten-minute walks.
The Paseo is one block from the Colorado/Garfield bus stop on Route 10 of Pasadena Transit. Upon exiting the bus, cross Colorado Blvd heading south towards the Paseo Colorado shopping center.
Rides can be reserved via the Micro Metro App or online.
Take Line 187 on Foothill Transit from Montclair to Pasadena and exit at the Colorado/Garfield bus stop. Upon exiting the bus, cross Colorado Blvd heading south towards the Paseo Colorado shopping center. Walk across the wide walkway which cuts through Paseo Colorado and arrive at Green Street. From there, the center is directly across from the street.
WEATHER
Plan ahead and bring water, wear sunscreen, and dress appropriately.
