The 20th "Art Along the Rogue" chalk festival kicks off today with a theme of "Blockbusters on the Block." Whether it's a classic film like "Star Wars" or the latest Indiana Jones movie, artists will use a favorite to fuel their inspiration.
Art Along the Rogue is one of the leading street chalk and music festivals in the state and it attracts thousands of visitors to Grants Pass each autumn. This year's schedule is this afternoon from 5:30 to 9 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m..
This year, more than 40 artists will be drawing on the streets at 5th and H in the Historic District of downtown Grants Pass. Featured artists Evar Galvez and Sharyn Chan will be creating their works in 3-D.
Since its inception in 2003, Art Along the Rogue has grown into one of Grants Pass' premier community events. This year, more than 20 community sponsors are supporting the artists and festival like never before.
On Saturday and Sunday, children can create art free of charge using one of the 1,200 squares available. The 24-square-inch spaces will be marked off by Project Youth Plus on Saturday morning. There will be 450 gift bags of chalk and supplies available for the young artists.
The Owl Parking Lot will be the scene for "live" music each day. The Master of Ceremony will be DJ Ron and sound will be provided by Southern Oregon Audio.
Visit Grants Pass -- in partnership with the City of Grants Pass and Travel Oregon -- will be installing permanent art in the crosswalk of 5th and G streets all day Sunday to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Art Along the Rogue.
