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Artists, vendors sought for El Paso’s Chalk the Block, Día de los Muertos events
By Gabrielle Lopez at KVIA ABC-7
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Local artists and vendors can apply for two of El Paso 's upcoming arts and cultural events: Chalk the Block and Día de Los Muertos.
Chalk the Block is a free annual art festival in Downtown El Paso. The heart of the festival is the chalk art competition. Throughout th...
Key takeaway The biggest prize ("Best of Show" award) is $2,000, according to the application.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso's vibrant arts scene is set to receive a boost with the upcoming Chalk the Block and Día de los Muertos events, which will bring together local creatives, vendors, and the community. The fact that these events are free and open to the public, such as Chalk the Block in Downtown El Paso, underscores the city's commitment to making art accessible to all. With the city's support, these festivals have the potential to not only showcase local talent but also contribute to the local economy. The involvement of the Mexican American Cultural Center in the Día de los Muertos celebration highlights the importance of preserving and promoting El Paso's rich cultural heritage. As the application deadlines approach, it will be interesting to see the diverse range of artists and vendors that come forward to participate, and how these events will reflect the unique character of the El Paso community.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Local artists and vendors can apply for two of El Paso's upcoming arts and cultural events: Chalk the Block and Día de Los Muertos.
Chalk the Block is a free annual art festival in Downtown El Paso. The heart of the festival is the chalk art competition. Throughout th...
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