Suffolk Parks & Recreation Annual
Chalk Art Competition

Saturday, October 8, 2022  |  11:00am - 2:00pm

​Chalk Art Rules & Regulations
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  • Where is the Chalk Art Showcase?
The Chalk Art Showcase is held on Saturday, October 8th during Peanut Fest, at the Suffolk Executive Airport.
The event begins at 11:00am and ends at 2:00pm.

Both individuals and groups of up to four are invited to participate.
All works will be judged together whether created by an individual or by a group.
Pre-registration is limited to a maximum of 10.
Note that a group registration counts as one registration even if the group contains multiple people.
A group will work together to create a single chalk art for consideration, they will not receive multiple boards.

  • Who can participate?
This year the showcase will be open to both individuals and groups of up to four who wish to work together.
The showcase will not be divided into age divisions as in previous years.
The completed works will be judged together.
A first, second, and third place, along with two honorable mentions will be awarded.

  • What kind of art can I, or my group, create?
All art must coincide with the 2022 Peanut Festival's theme "Broad Stripes, Bright Stars, & Patriotic Guitars."
Art must be of good taste, with lewd artwork strictly prohibited.
If a participant is observed creating lewd or offensive artwork, they will be excused from the competition.
Political, commercial advertising through artwork, and stenciling is also prohibited.

  • How is the competition judged?
The competition is judged by the Peanut Fest Queen and her Court.
The Queen and Court will be given a score sheet for each participant and judge the artwork based on a 5-point scale in the categories of first impression, portrayal of contest theme, creativity, and use of color.
Judging decisions are final.

  • Is there a Prize?
Yes! Cash prizes in first, second, and third places, along with two honorable mentions, will be awarded.
Winners will be officially announced at 6:00pm on the day of competition.
You do not have to be present to win.
Contact the Peanut Festival Office to claim your prize.

  • Do I have to bring my own chalk and space to work?
No! Standard sidewalk chalk will be provided, however, participants are welcome to bring their own.
Participants will also be given a 3'x4' plaster board on which to create their work.
If in a group, only one board will be used for the group.

  • What happens with the art I create?
Participants are welcome to claim their artwork after winners have been announced, or after judging has been completed.
Any artwork not picked up by the end of the day (Saturday) will be discarded.

  • Can I register the day of the event?
This year, pre-registration is open to the first 10 registrants.
Pre-registration will be open through September 30th, or until registration is full.
Additional in-person registrations will take place the day of the competition.
Pre-registrants will receive a Peanut Festival Admission Ticket good for the day of the showcase.
Groups and individuals who pre-register will be asked to call the gallery tent on the day of the showcase to receive their admission ticket.
No tickets will be mailed this year.
After completing the pre-registration, participants will receive an email letting them know how to collect their ticket and how to find the tent for the day of the event.

  • What else do I need to know?
All participants will be required to sign a liability waiver on the day of the showcase, all minors will require a parent or guardian signature.
Parents and guardians are required to remain with minors throughout the competition.
​Digital photographs of the artwork and participants will be taken and used for future publicity.

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