TODAY! Explore the Arts and Old Town North with “Chalk-A-Block:” Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 11am-2pm!
The Old Town North Alliance presents the 3rd Annual Chalk-A-Block from 11am to 2pm on Saturday, September 19th.
Visit the newly completed TideLock project in Old Town North (1055 N. Fairfax St.) for a free, family-friendly event featuring chalk artists, live music from The Okays, local makers and artists showcasing their works, and an array of food and drinks for sale from neighborhood favorites Jula’s on the Potomac, Hank’s Oyster Bar, Hank’s Pasta Bar, and Royal Restaurant plus a special appearance from Dream Catcher’s Coffee!
Artist/architect Anila Angjeli, who captivated the crowd last year with her colorful “Wings in Bloom” creation (pictured above) and accompanying interactive art activity, master muralist and Chalk-A-Block veteran Patrick Kirwin known for his “Dogs of Del Ray” mural and “Good Morning Starshine” mural in Old Town North, and Nicole von Kuhl, who was the featured artist at Virginia Beach’s Annual Chalk the Walk Festival earlier this year, will be among the artists returning to Chalk-A-Block this fall.
This year’s event will feature a distinguished judging panel, including Mayor Alyia Gaskins and The Art League Executive Director Suzanne Bethel. The judges will present a “Best in Show” award, while attendees will have the opportunity to …