ABOUT DID YOU KNOW? ARTIST REGISTRATION FESTIVAL SPONSORSHIP ENTERTAINMENT FOOD VENDOR SPOTS
ARTISAN BOOTH SPOTS KIDS CORNER KIDS CHALK SQUARE PASSES VOLUNTEER EVENT SPONSORS
ABOUT
On the last Saturday in September, Old Town Orcutt explodes with chalk art masterpieces, live music, local vendors, and community engagement. Since 2011, the OCAF Chalk Festival has been a hugely popular event that draws over 2,000 people to historic Old Town Orcutt.
The event features over two dozen arts and crafts booths, nonprofit organizations, a kids' corner, and food vendors. Experience an amazing array of locally created art, jewelry, and woodworking. Feed that hunger by supporting our local food trucks, which serve up a variety of tasty food options.
The main highlight of the event is the sidewalk and street chalk paintings that are created throughout the day. Supported by our generous sponsors and brought to life by our talented volunteer artists, these squares transform from gray concrete paths into beautiful expressions of artistic vision! Chalk artists start working on these masterpieces early in the morning, and the public is encouraged to observe their progress throughout the day.
DID YOU KNOW?
The artists and volunteers partner and donate their time and talents. Artists work on their hands and knees creating masterpieces for those who come to view this incredible art performance.
Volunteers work 4-hour shifts, with some working all day and sometimes sleepless nights to get things done. Community collaboration is our foundation for success!
Please join the Orcutt Children’s Arts Foundation by becoming a sponsor today and be a part of our community collaboration! Email jmedina@orcutt-schools.net for more information. Follow us on social media @orcuttarts
KIDS CHALK SQUARE PASSES
Our $10.00 Kids Chalk Square ticket provides children with their very own square to chalk!
The price includes a box of chalk so they can create their very own masterpiece on 2 x 2 square!
You can purchase Kids Chalk Square tickets online and also on the day of the event! But we almost sold out last year, so get your ticket now!
FESTIVAL SPONSORSHIP
None of this would be possible without the support of this great community. Festival Sponsorships range from $200- $2,500. All sponsors receive recognition and a square with their name on it. For more sponsorship information you can hit the button below or email Jennifer Medina, Operations Coordinator of OCAF at: jmedina@orcutt-schools.net
CHALK ARTISTS!
Artists need to register online each year.
Space is limited so register early! We will be giving out awards and prizes for Best in Festival 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place! We will also have a People's Choice Award! The artists theme for 2025 is: The Central Coast!
ENTERTAINMENT
A high note of the Chalk Festival is the outstanding talent that performs on the stage in Old Town Orcutt. Up-and-coming performers, as well as established favorites, entertain and delight audiences of all ages. We have music, singing, dancing, theater and more!
If you would like to share your talents with our community please contact Amy Lammert at: amylammert@gmail.com.
FOOD VENDOR SPOTS
We all love the variety of foods from our regional and local food trucks and culinary pop-ups. They bring a taste of culinary arts to the Chalk Festival. If you would like to be a part of our Chalk Festival and share your culinary delights with our attendees, please complete the online food vendor application. Once approved, you will receive an email with payment instructions.
Cottage Food Vendor - $80 | Mobile Food Facility - $200.
ARTISAN VENDOR SPOTS
Each year, we look for artisans, local art organizations, and other businesses that offer helpful information or interactive experiences that relate to children, art and education. To be a vendor you must complete our online application. Once approved, Events by Krissy will contact you with payment information.
For more questions please email Events by Krissy at: events@eventsbykrissy.com.
Artisan Vendor Donation - $50 | Non-profit Organization - $45
KIDS CORNER
A festival favorite this very special section focuses on arts, crafts, and interactive STEAM projects for children of all ages.
If you would like to help volunteer or your organization would like to be an interactive part of our KIDS CORNER please contact
VOLUNTEER
Volunteers play a vital role in the success of the Chalk Festival. We need volunteers to help with set up, working with children’s crafts, traffic control, setting up tables, helping with clean-up, and many other jobs.
If you would like to volunteer, we would love to have your help. If you are a student looking for volunteer hours then click the link below. Thank you!
