2027 OTrak Chalk Walk Open Call

Ocala Cultural Arts invites you to the fourth annual OTrak Chalk Walk on Saturday, January 30, 2027, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Stroll along the OTrak leading to Tuscawilla Art Park and watch professional and student artists transform the walkway with chalk creations based on the theme “Inspired by the Masters.” Attendees can also enjoy live music, local artisan vendors, food trucks, and interactive, family-friendly art activities in the park.

This free community program includes a chalk art competition with cash prizes for professional artists and awards for student participants.

Professional Artist Prizes:

First Place: $1,000
Second Place: $500
Fan Favorite: $500

Student Artist Prizes:

First Place: $500
Fan Favorite: $100
Both include additional memberships.

Who Can Participate:

Florida-based professional chalk artists with a valid IRS tax ID number
Marion County middle and high school students

Application Details:

No application fee
Students will compete in separate divisions, with materials provided
Professional artists must bring their own chalk and supplies

Space Details:

Professional artists: One 6′ x 6′ square
Student artists: One 4′ x 4′ square

Artists will be assigned a designated space along the OTrak, with location numbers provided in advance. Artists may arrive early to begin setting up and creating their artwork. All chalk designs must be original, family-friendly, and non-political.

Artists will have until 3 p.m. to complete their artwork, with winners announced at 3:30 p.m.