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Oberlin Chalk Walk Oberlin Chalk Walk is typically held the third or fourth Saturday in June from 9am-3pm (Rain date is the Sunday immediately after).

The Oberlin Chalk Walk is a festive colorful event that celebrates the tradition of sidewalk painting that began in 16th century Italy. Master professional artists and several local artists create works of art on pavement all over town. Sidewalks from the Allen Memorial Art Museum to the Public Library and from the college bookstore to the Hotel at Oberlin will be available for children and adults to use as “canvases” to make their own sidewalk creations. All skill levels are welcome. High quality pastels are provided to all participants for free! This totally free event is made possible by a collaborative effort of it’s main sponsors:

Allen Memorial Art Museum
Firelands Association for the Visual Arts (FAVA)
Ginko Gallery and Studios
Oberlin Business Partnership
Oberlin Heritage Center​
Oberlin Public Library

Nice coverage of the event by The Chronicle-Telegram!
06/29/2026

Nice coverage of the event by The Chronicle-Telegram!

Did you see our coverage of the annual Oberlin Chalk Walk? Our Kristin Bauer got a lot of pictures of the artwork that decorated the sidewalks.

Thanks everyone for a great Chalk Walk 2026! There's still plenty of time this evening to enjoy all of the fantastic art...
06/27/2026

Thanks everyone for a great Chalk Walk 2026! There's still plenty of time this evening to enjoy all of the fantastic art created today.

Chalk Walk 2026 is here! Event runs through 3pm!
06/27/2026

Chalk Walk 2026 is here! Event runs through 3pm!

With the current conditions under consideration after reviewing several forecasts, we're moving ahead with keeping Chalk...
06/26/2026

With the current conditions under consideration after reviewing several forecasts, we're moving ahead with keeping Chalk Walk to Saturday, 9am-3pm. Keep thinking sunny thoughts!

See you tomorrow!

Firelands Association for the Visual Arts (FAVA) OberlinKids Oberlin Heritage Center Oberlin Public Library Oberlin Business Partnership City of Oberlin Allen Memorial Art Museum

Edit: With the current conditions under consideration, we're moving ahead with keeping Chalk Walk to Saturday, 9am-3pm!T...
06/26/2026

Edit: With the current conditions under consideration, we're moving ahead with keeping Chalk Walk to Saturday, 9am-3pm!

The Chalk Walk Committee is keeping an eye on the weather for Saturday as there is currently some rain in the forecast for the morning.

A determination will be made no later than 5pm today (Friday) if the event will be moved to Sunday (June 28). Keep an eye on our social media pages for any updates.

In the meantime, here are some photos of artwork from Chalk Walk 2025 to inspire us all to have sunny, positive thoughts!

Firelands Association for the Visual Arts (FAVA) Oberlin Heritage Center Allen Memorial Art Museum Oberlin Public Library OberlinKids Oberlin Business Partnership City of Oberlin

We're about a month out from Chalk Walk 2026!
05/28/2026

We're about a month out from Chalk Walk 2026!

Spread the Word!Artwork by Courtney Klesta
03/21/2026

Spread the Word!
Artwork by Courtney Klesta

Mark your calendars! The 2026 Oberlin Chalk Walk will be Saturday, June 27!
02/12/2026

Mark your calendars! The 2026 Oberlin Chalk Walk will be Saturday, June 27!

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