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Edinburg, TX – The City of Edinburg Cultural Arts Department invites artists to participate in the Los Muertos Bailan Chalk Art Competition on Saturday, October 24, 2026, as part of the City’s annual Día de los Muertos celebration.
Although this year’s competition was originally open to high school students, Edinburg Cultural Arts has now reopened it to professional artists as well. The event features two divisions: High School Artist and Professional Artist. Participants will create original chalk artwork inspired by the themes and traditions of Los Muertos Bailan and Día de los Muertos. All participating artists must bring their own supplies.
Registration is free, but participants must compete individually and complete their artwork without assistance. The High School Artist Division is limited to 20 participants, each provided with a 3’6′ art space, while the Professional Artist Division is limited to 10 participants, each provided a 4’8′ art space. First, second, and third-place winners in both divisions will receive trophies. The first-place winner in each division will also have their design featured on the 2027 Chalk Art Poster and reproduced as postcards to be sold at the ACE Gift Shop.
Additionally, the High School Artist Division first-place winner will have their design produced as a large-format poster and displayed at the ACE Center for one year. The Professional Artist Division first-place winner will have their design produced as a banner displayed at the Promenade Park Amphitheater for one year, featured on the amphitheater screen, and will receive a $200 stipend to lead a four-hour chalk art workshop at the ACE Center.
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Competition: Los Muertos Bailan Chalk Art Competition
Divisions: High School Artist & Professional Artist
Registration: Free
Participation Limit: 20 High School Artists | 10 Professional Artists
For competition details, registration information, and additional Los Muertos Bailan updates, visit edinburgarts.com/losmuertosbailan.
This program is organized by the Edinburg Cultural Arts Department. For more information, call (956) 388-8224 or visit edinburgarts.com. The City of Edinburg is committed to making its events accessible to people of all abilities. Individuals with accessibility questions or requests for accommodations may contact the City Secretary’s Office at (956) 388-8204 at least 14 days prior to the event.
