Watch lively and colorful paintings brought to life through pastel chalks on squares of concrete by hundreds hundreds of professional, student and amateur artists at the Kansas City Chalk & Walk Festival.
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This annual Kansas City festival happens September 5-6, 2026, at the City Market.
Admission is FREE.
KC Chalk & Walk Festival Schedule
The Kansas City Chalk and Walk Festival is a Labor Day Weekend event perfect for families. Visit during the following days and times:
Saturday, September 5: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, September 6: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Kansas City Chalk & Walk Festival includes street painters, street performers, live entertainment, local food, hands-on activities, and more. All kids will be provided a bucket of chalk to use for free in an area set aside as their canvas.
KC Chalk & Walk Festival Location & Parking
The City Market is located at 20 East Fifth St., Kansas City, MO.
Pay close attention to signage when parking in the City Market area.
Free parking is available at 7th & Main on Saturdays and Sundays, a short walk or free one-stop ride on the KC Streetcar. Premium parking is available on weekends in parking lots adjacent to City Market.
