The northwest community host its first Chalk the Block Competition & Festival on June 22.
Colour and community will be on fabulous display in Montgomery on June 22. Its sidewalks will become bold canvasses as artists show off their creative talent at the first-ever Chalk the Block Competition & Festival. Artists of all ages and backgrounds will spend the day working on their sidewalk chalk masterpieces, and the public is invited to join in on the fun.
Marion Hayes, executive director of Montgomery on the Bow BIA, explains that the unique festival is an interactive event where everyone can participate and discover what makes Montgomery a charming community. Artists will compete for cash prizes and the public will cast their votes for their favourite works of art, and even have the chance to contribute their own artistic touch to the public art area.
“We hope it brings people from all parts of Calgary to see all the great things Montgomery has to offer,” says Hayes. Wander along Bowness Road and admire chalk art from 100 different artists. Plus, several Montgomery businesses will have special promotions on during the festival so it’s a perfect time to check out what’s on offer.Festival organizers have broken up the competition into 10 categories, with two to three prizes for each category. Winners will go home with $50 to $150.
The voting begins at 4 p.m., and celebrity artists will award the prizes at 4:30 p.m., so make sure to stick around to see who wins.The festival is a great time to explore Montgomery with its many local businesses and services , outdoor spaces by the river and multiple parks for people and pups, not to mention the great people who live and work here.
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