Annual Riverfront Chalk Festival & Art Contest
Saturday, August 23, 2025
Come enjoy music, food trucks, and activities while soaking up the last moments of summer at Amazement Square’s Annual Riverfront Chalk Festival & Art Contest! Artists of all ages, backgrounds and abilities are invited to register for the chalk art contest and compete for coveted prizes.
9:00 AM – Check in & Chalk Distribution
10:00 AM – Contestants may begin drawing
1:30 PM – Chalk Down and Judging Begins
Advanced (suggested ages 18+): $40
Intermediate (suggested ages 13 - 17): $25
Beginner (suggested ages 12 and under): $15
College Teams (current students attending the same school; teams must be between 2-5 people): $50 per team
Registration closes on August 13th at 5:00pm.
Each registration for the Chalk Festival includes one reserved 4’ x 4’ square and chalk sticks. Advanced category receives white, black, red, yellow, blue, violet, and brown. Intermediate and Beginner categories receive red, white, yellow, green, orange, blue, teal, purple and pink. Outside materials are permitted but must be provided by artist.
College Teams – please use one team member’s name and contact information as the primary registrant. There is a place to add additional team member names and the school you are with.
There will be free draw with chalk in a designated area for those wishing to draw but not participate in the competition. This part of the festival will not be juried and will not require registration.
Questions? Contact us at 434-845-1888 or visitus@amazementsquare.org
Amazement Square
27 Ninth Street; Lynchburg, VA 24504
Limited spaces available. Pre-registration required. Reserve your spot today!
Registrations are Non-Refundable. This event is held rain or shine.
Please note: Amazement Square is a play at your own risk facility and is not liable for damages to persons or property.
By purchasing admission to Amazement Square and/or participating in any activities/programs/camps that are offered/facilitated by the museum, whether indoor or outdoor, you are voluntarily assuming all risks related to any accident, injury, or the potential exposure and contraction of COVID-19 and any virus associated with it and will hold the museum, its staff and its Board of Directors harmless if you become injured or infected with this extremely contagious disease that can lead to illness and even death.
WonderCamp Junior Day Camp
(Camp Name)
(Dates) | 8:45 am - 12:45 pm
(Description)
WonderCamp Jr is for children ages 3-5 who have not yet entered kindergarten and limited to 15 campers per session.
To add other camps to your order, simply use the back arrow on your browser after completing the registration form. Each camp will stay in your cart for 15 minutes.
Registration is non-refundable.
Please note: Amazement Square is a play at your own risk facility and is not liable for damages to persons or property.
By purchasing admission to Amazement Square and/or participating in any activities/programs/camps that are offered/facilitated by the museum, whether indoor or outdoor, you are voluntarily assuming all risks related to the potential exposure and contraction of COVID-19 and any virus associated with it and will hold the museum, its staff and its Board of Directors harmless if you become infected with this extremely contagious disease that can lead to illness and even death.
WonderCamp Explorer Day Camp
(Camp Name)
(Dates) | 8:45 am - 3:30 pm
(Description)
WonderCamp Explorer is for children who have completed Kindergarten-2nd grade and limited to 15 campers per session.
To add other camps to your order, simply use the back arrow on your browser after completing the registration form. Each camp will stay in your cart for 15 minutes.
Registration is non-refundable.
Please note: Amazement Square is a play at your own risk facility and is not liable for damages to persons or property.
By purchasing admission to Amazement Square and/or participating in any activities/programs/camps that are offered/facilitated by the museum, whether indoor or outdoor, you are voluntarily assuming all risks related to the potential exposure and contraction of COVID-19 and any virus associated with it and will hold the museum, its staff and its Board of Directors harmless if you become infected with this extremely contagious disease that can lead to illness and even death.
WonderCamp Adventurer Day Camp
(Camp Name)
(Dates) | 8:45 am - 3:30 pm
(Description)
WonderCamp Adventurer is for children who have completed 3rd-5th grade and limited to 15 campers per session.
To add other camps to your order, simply use the back arrow on your browser after completing the registration form. Each camp will stay in your cart for 15 minutes.
Registration is non-refundable.
Please note: Amazement Square is a play at your own risk facility and is not liable for damages to persons or property.
By purchasing admission to Amazement Square and/or participating in any activities/programs/camps that are offered/facilitated by the museum, whether indoor or outdoor, you are voluntarily assuming all risks related to the potential exposure and contraction of COVID-19 and any virus associated with it and will hold the museum, its staff and its Board of Directors harmless if you become infected with this extremely contagious disease that can lead to illness and even death.
Exploration @ Amazement Square
Online admission prices and operation hours
Children: $13
Adults: $10
Seniors: $7
Children under 1: Free
Wednesday - Saturday: 10 AM - 5 PM
Sunday 1 PM - 5 PM
Closed Monday - Tuesday
Adults cannot visit the museum without a child, unless a pre-arranged tour has been scheduled. All children must be supervised by an adult while in the museum. Admission must be purchased for all members of your party.
Museum admission purchases are non-refundable.
KNOW BEFORE YOU VISIT:
- All backpacks, bags, or large purses must checked by our front desk team before visitors can explore the museum, or they may be stored for free in one of our lockers.
- The paint box is closed from 12:30 - 1:30 and 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (this is subject to change)
- Rockband is CLOSED from 12 PM - 2 PM, it is opened by request the rest of the time
- Shoes are required at ALL TIMES in the museum EXCEPT for the purple mat area on the 1st floor, Shipwreck Cove, and the Paintbox
- NO FOOD OR DRINK can be consumed anywhere in the museum (baby formula/nursing excluded) except in the lobby area or right outside of Café Amaze where the table is. If our staff have to ask you more than once to discard your drink/food or to consume it in the designated areas only, the museums reserve the right to ask you to leave the museum.
- Unfortunately, we do not own any parking lots, they are owned/managed by the City and/or the railroad company.
Please note: Amazement Square is a play at your own risk facility and is not liable for damages to persons or property.
By purchasing admission to Amazement Square and/or participating in any activities/programs/camps that are offered/facilitated by the museum, whether indoor or outdoor, you are voluntarily assuming all risks related to the potential exposure and contraction of COVID-19 and any virus associated with it and will hold the museum, its staff and its Board of Directors harmless if you become infected with this extremely contagious disease that can lead to illness and even death.
Riverfront Chalk Festival Art Vendor Registration
Saturday, August 19, 2023
10:00am-2:00pm
$35 per vendor spot
Come enjoy music, food trucks, and activities while soaking up the last moments of summer at Amazement Square’s Annual Riverfront Chalk Festival & Art Contest! Artists of all ages, backgrounds and abilities are invited to register for the chalk art contest and compete for coveted prizes.
As part of the event, we are welcoming art vendors! Vendors will be able to set up a spot to show off and share their art work.
This form is for ART vendors only. If you are a food vendor, please contact Morgan Kreutz at morgan@amazementsquare.org.
Register by July 28th to receive $5 off per registration!
Discount will be applied at checkout. Registration deadline August 4th at 5:00pm.
Questions? Contact us at 434-845-1888 or visitus@amazementsquare.org
Amazement Square
27 Ninth Street; Lynchburg, VA 24504
Limited spaces available. Pre-registration required. Reserve your spot today!
Registrations are Non-Refundable. This event is held rain or shine.
Please note: Amazement Square is a play at your own risk facility and is not liable for damages to persons or property.
By purchasing admission to Amazement Square and/or participating in any activities/programs/camps that are offered/facilitated by the museum, whether indoor or outdoor, you are voluntarily assuming all risks related to the potential exposure and contraction of COVID-19 and any virus associated with it and will hold the museum, its staff and its Board of Directors harmless if you become infected with this extremely contagious disease that can lead to illness and even death.
WonderCamp Discovery Day Camp
(Camp Name)
(Dates) | 8:45 am - 12:45 pm
(Description)
WonderCamp Discovery is a Neurodiversity Affirming camp for children who have completed 4th-5th grade and limited to 10 campers per session. Campers will enjoy museum exploration and group activities that will build self-confidence and enhance social skills in a welcoming and inclusive environment. This camp includes specially trained staff, small group sizes, and a quiet space for campers who need to take a break. Camper requirements include: able to participate in a group, bathroom independent, not physically or verbally aggressive, does not require 1:1 support, and no history of eloping.
To add other camps to your order, simply use the back arrow on your browser after completing the registration form. Each camp will stay in your cart for 15 minutes.
Registration is non-refundable.
Please note: Amazement Square is a play at your own risk facility and is not liable for damages to persons or property.
By purchasing admission to Amazement Square and/or participating in any activities/programs/camps that are offered/facilitated by the museum, whether indoor or outdoor, you are voluntarily assuming all risks related to the potential exposure and contraction of COVID-19 and any virus associated with it and will hold the museum, its staff and its Board of Directors harmless if you become infected with this extremely contagious disease that can lead to illness and even death.
WonderCamp Theater Day Camp
(Camp Name)
(Dates) | 8:45 am - 3:30 pm
(Description)
WonderCamp Theater is for children who have completed 6th-8th grade and limited to 15 campers per session.
This camp is in conjunction with Commerce Street Theater. Campers activities will take place at Amazement Square and Commerce Street Theater. Campers will walk together between the two locations during the camp day.
To add other camps to your order, simply use the back arrow on your browser after completing the registration form. Each camp will stay in your cart for 15 minutes.
Registration is non-refundable.
Please note: Amazement Square is a play at your own risk facility and is not liable for damages to persons or property.
By purchasing admission to Amazement Square and/or participating in any activities/programs/camps that are offered/facilitated by the museum, whether indoor or outdoor, you are voluntarily assuming all risks related to the potential exposure and contraction of COVID-19 and any virus associated with it and will hold the museum, its staff and its Board of Directors harmless if you become infected with this extremely contagious disease that can lead to illness and even death.