Chalk It Up Sidewalk Art Contest
Amarillo College is hosting our 8th annual sidewalk art competition!
Date: Saturday, July 25th, 2026
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Place: Oeschger Family Mall, Washington Street Campus


Come out and vote for your favorite, chalk it up with the kids in our 'amateurs area', make your mark on our group art piece, get a snack from Badger Central Cafe, and check out some amazing artwork! 
Both general admission & artist registration are free and open to the public!
 
Amarillo College Chalk It Up
Register Here
For Artists:
Prizes will be awarded based on votes from a panel of judges representing the local art community as well as spectators. $900 in total cash prizes will be awarded!
First Place
$500
Second Place
$250
 
Third Place
$100
 
Fan Favorite
$50
 

There is no charge for registration, and competitors will have access to a limited number of complimentary chalk pastels. However, artists will be responsible for providing any additional materials they wish to use. 
Only chalk/pastels in solid form may be used for the work. No acrylic paints, liquid pastels, or fixatives allowed. Use of water, sponges, etc. is permitted. 
Please note, artwork must be appropriate for public viewing. No words or symbols intended as advertising or promotion may appear within the image. Profanity and explicit content are prohibited. 
Artists may register as individuals or a team of up to four people. A sketch of your proposed design will be required prior to the event. Registration is limited to 40 teams.
Due to limited space and high interest in this event, registered artists are expected to attend. If you are unable to participate, please notify event organizers as soon as possible so your space may be offered to another artist. Participants who do not attend without prior notice may have future event applications subject to rejection.
Artist check-in begins at 7:30 am. You may begin creating your piece at 8:00 am. Artists have until 12:00 pm to complete their design. Judging and awards will begin subsequently.