Hub City Days 2026

Chalk the Court – America 250

Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary through art and creativity!

📅 Date: Friday, July 3, 2026

📍 Location: Pickleball Courts – Mt. Pleasant City Park

💲 Entry Fee: $5 per participant

ðŸ•Â Check-In: 2:30 PM

ðŸÅ½¨ Drawing Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

ðŸÂ† Winners Announced: During the Concert in the Park immediately following the competition.

Theme

America 250

Create artwork celebrating America's history, freedom, patriotism, landmarks, military, western heritage, hometown pride, or what America means to you!

Age Categories

• Ages 7 & Under
• Ages 8–11
• Ages 12–16
• Ages 17 & Up

Prizes

🥇 Ages 7 & Under: $25

🥇 Ages 8–11: $25

🥇 Ages 12–16: $50

🥇 Ages 17 & Up: $100

Event Information

• Each participant will receive approximately a 6' × 6' drawing space.
• Chalk will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring their own.
• Participants are encouraged to bring a 10' × 10' canopy or umbrella for shade.
• Bring water, sunscreen, and a chair if desired.
• Artwork must fit completely within the assigned space.
• Chalk only. No paint, markers, or permanent materials.
• Finished artwork must remain in place until judging is complete.
• Judging begins promptly at 6:00 PM.
• Judges' decisions are final.

Judging Criteria

• Creativity
• Originality
• Artistic Skill
• Use of Color
• Interpretation of the America 250 theme