4th Annual MMPL CHALKFEST
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UneARTh a Story...on the sidewalk!
Artists of all abilities are welcome to claim their cement canvas at MMPL's 4th Annual Chalk Festival taking place in Dykshoorn Park!
Individuals and groups or families, artists and amateurs of all experience levels are encouraged to register! Please carefully read through the regulations below prior to registering for your spot.
Families with young children are also encouraged to participate, but should register as a family unit for a single square.
🔴🔴CHALKFEST SCHEDULE - Working Hours
🔴TUESDAY, June 16th: 7 AM - 5 PM (materials must be cleared prior to the serving of Burgers and Brats)
🔴WEDNESDAY, June 17th: 7 AM - 7 PM (materials must be cleared prior to the evening Bandshell concert)
🔴THURSDAY, June 18th: 7 AM - 7 PM (materials must be cleared prior to the evening Bandshell concert)
🔵🔵 CHALKFEST GUIDELINES
🔵Each registered artist(s) will be assigned a sidewalk square roughly 8x8ft in size, though due to the curvy nature of the park paths, some spaces fluctuate in size and shape. If you have a specific design in mind and are concerned about having the right fit, please contact MMPL's Community Engagement Department.
🔵The entire sidewalk square must be utilized as much as possible.
🔵There should be a minimal amount of pavement showing in your square except where it is a part of the artwork.
🔵Families with young children are encouraged to participate, but should register as a family unit for a single square.
🔵Artwork must be appropriate for all viewers – family friendly.
🔵No nudity or political statements will be accepted.
🔵Artwork will contain no words or symbols intended as advertising or promotion.
🔵Artwork may not violate any copyright laws.
🔵No writing or color is allowed outside your square. The festival will provide and install an information poster stating your name, home city and sponsor name (if applicable).
🟢🟢 MATERIALS
🟢Artists should expect to provide their own materials, but sidewalk chalk will be available to borrow from library staff (while supplies last), from 10 AM - 5 PM [Tuesday] and 10 AM - 7 PM [Wednesday & Thursday].
🟢Only non-toxic soft pastels or standard sidewalk chalk may be used.
🟢Use of any other material is forbidden (i.e. oil pastels, acrylic, gouache, markers, any sort of sealants, etc.).
🟠🟠REGISTRATION
🟠Registration is REQUIRED for both individuals and groups/families.
🟠Visit the MMMPL Online Event Calendar to register: https://mortonmandan.librarycalendar.com/event/chalkfest-2026-14213
Artists of all abilities are welcome to claim their cement canvas at MMPL's 4th Annual Chalk Festival taking place in Dykshoorn Park!
Individuals and groups or families, artists and amateurs of all experience levels are encouraged to register! Please carefully read through the regulations below prior to registering for your spot.
Families with young children are also encouraged to participate, but should register as a family unit for a single square.
🔴🔴CHALKFEST SCHEDULE - Working Hours
🔴TUESDAY, June 16th: 7 AM - 5 PM (materials must be cleared prior to the serving of Burgers and Brats)
🔴WEDNESDAY, June 17th: 7 AM - 7 PM (materials must be cleared prior to the evening Bandshell concert)
🔴THURSDAY, June 18th: 7 AM - 7 PM (materials must be cleared prior to the evening Bandshell concert)
🔵🔵 CHALKFEST GUIDELINES
🔵Each registered artist(s) will be assigned a sidewalk square roughly 8x8ft in size, though due to the curvy nature of the park paths, some spaces fluctuate in size and shape. If you have a specific design in mind and are concerned about having the right fit, please contact MMPL's Community Engagement Department.
🔵The entire sidewalk square must be utilized as much as possible.
🔵There should be a minimal amount of pavement showing in your square except where it is a part of the artwork.
🔵Families with young children are encouraged to participate, but should register as a family unit for a single square.
🔵Artwork must be appropriate for all viewers – family friendly.
🔵No nudity or political statements will be accepted.
🔵Artwork will contain no words or symbols intended as advertising or promotion.
🔵Artwork may not violate any copyright laws.
🔵No writing or color is allowed outside your square. The festival will provide and install an information poster stating your name, home city and sponsor name (if applicable).
🟢🟢 MATERIALS
🟢Artists should expect to provide their own materials, but sidewalk chalk will be available to borrow from library staff (while supplies last), from 10 AM - 5 PM [Tuesday] and 10 AM - 7 PM [Wednesday & Thursday].
🟢Only non-toxic soft pastels or standard sidewalk chalk may be used.
🟢Use of any other material is forbidden (i.e. oil pastels, acrylic, gouache, markers, any sort of sealants, etc.).
🟠🟠REGISTRATION
🟠Registration is REQUIRED for both individuals and groups/families.
🟠Visit the MMMPL Online Event Calendar to register: https://mortonmandan.librarycalendar.com/event/chalkfest-2026-14213
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Where is it happening?
609 W Main St, Mandan, ND, United States, North Dakota 58554
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Host or PublisherMorton Mandan Public Library
