Chalk Art Festival is next Disney Limited Time Magic

The next Limited Time Magic at both resorts is the Downtown Disney Chalk Art Festival from Oct. 4 to Oct. 6, 2013.

Street painting dates back to the 16th Century when artists, who has been working on cathedrals, needed to make some extra money so they would recreate some of their paintings on the streets. These street painters were called Madonnari because they often painted images of the Madonna.

The modern street chalk festival began in the U.S. in the 1970s.

At Disney World, in addition to the festival, at the Art of Disney Gallery artist Greg McCullough will appear for a signing from 2 to 10 p.m. from Oct. 2 to Oct. 6.

At Disneyland, artist Miss Mindy will appear from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. from Oct. 4 to 5 as Disneyland celebrates the release of some new pieces in her collection at WonderGround Gallery, in addition to a special artist showcase by Haunted Memories—from 1 to 4 p.m. from Oct. 5 to 6.