Uptown Chalk the Block is Western PA’s First and Oldest Street Painting Festival set in quaint Uptown Somerset, PA.
The 2026 Festival Dates are July 24, 25 & 26!
It’s all about live art with 20+ professional chalk artists, emerging and youth artist competitions, live music, art demonstrations, free kids activities, food and drinks, a 5k run/walk, and so much more!
YESTER-YEAR
Join us as we travel back to yesteryear! The streets will be transformed into a patchwork of throwback murals – And the weekend kicks off with a CAR CRUISE!
Uptown Chalk the Block is Almost Here!
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5K Run/Walk Merchandise Sneak Peek
Join us for a 3-mile run or walk through the closed streets of Uptown Somerset on July 25th at 10am. The race start will be at the Union Street playground and the finish line will be on W Main St near Great Day Juice. The final stretch of the race will be within the festival among the artwork.
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Thank you to our AMAZING Chalk the Block Committee!
This committee has been meeting bi-weekly to brain storm, create, and bring this Festival to life!
