Signature Events
Parade the Circle and Chalk Festival, the CMA’s annual signature community programs, provide opportunities for artists and community members to work side by side creating art together.
Parade the Circle
The Cleveland Museum of Art’s (CMA) Parade the Circle is a beloved tradition celebrating art, culture, and community. The annual parade takes place in University Circle and features vibrant and imaginative costumes, towering puppets, floats, and intricately crafted masks.
Chalk Festival
Typically held each September, the Chalk Festival is not taking place during the restoration of the Fine Arts Garden. It is expected to return in September 2027. Families looking for a chalk-inspired experience are invited to attend the Cleveland Museum of Art’s Family FUNDay: Chalk Party! on Sunday, September 6, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Community Arts Center. The Chalk Festival features sidewalk artistry by professional chalk artists and local community groups, families, and individuals, all using the CMA’s south plaza and walkways that wind through the Fine Arts Garden and down to Wade Lagoon as a colorful canvas.
