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ChalkPalooza Chalk & Bubble Festival

Color Run And Car Show

Presented by The Camel Project, the City of Reading and Department of Public Works

Family Friendly day of creativity and kindness.

Double the fun!

Now two locations and dates:

Saturday, May 10, 2025, 10 am to 2 pm
13th and Union Elementary
1600 N. 13th Street, Reading, PA 19604

Saturday, September 6, 2025, 10 am to 2 pm
Renninger’s Antique and Farmer’s Market
740 Noble Street, Kutztown, PA 19530

ChalkPalooza: Chalk and Bubble Festival is more than just a lively community event—it's a creative platform designed to support mental health and emotional well-being. By featuring activities like chalk art, bubbles, music, magic, balloon art, and even a Color Run (11 am-1 pm), we invite participants of all ages to express themselves creatively in a safe, family-supportive environment. Chalk and bubbles are provided free.

Pre-registration for chalk is free for all ages. It is not required. You can register at the event, but pre-registration is recommended to guarantee you'll get a space and free chalk for your art. You can also bring your own chalk. To pre-register, go here.

This event aligns with your mission of promoting mental wellness through non-traditional approaches like art, music, and play therapy. Using chalk as a medium encourages participants to explore their emotions in a non-verbal, judgment-free, and safe way, helping to build confidence with experiential learning and emotional toughness. Adding fun elements like a classic Car Show and diverse entertainment ensures an engaging atmosphere, fostering a sense of community and belonging—key aspects of mental health.

There are Vendor Spaces available at ChalkPalooza for your business or organization. Click here for more information.

ChalkPalooza is a perfect example of how creativity, connection, and play can create spaces that heal, empower, and inspire positive change.

All events are rain or shine.