CHINO Days

Chalk Art Contest Information

As part of Chino Days, the City of Chino invites Adult (18+), teen (7-12th), and youth (K-6th) artists to compete in the Chalk Art Contest on Saturday, April 11. Artists will be provided a 5'x5' space on parking lot asphalt and one box of 12-count water-based pastel chalk. Chalk art must be Chino-themed. Judging will be on Saturday, April 11 at 6:30 p.m. Winners from each category that place first, second, and third will receive a prize and will be recognized at a Chino City Council meeting following the event.

The Chalk Art Contest signup has closed.

To celebrate our favorite places in Chino, the City of Chino, in partnership with the Chino Cultural Foundation, is organizing an art contest open to students in grades K-12. Contest winners will be recognized at the City’s Chino Days event on Saturday, April 11. All winning submissions will receive place ribbons, certificates, and will be recognized at a Chino City Council meeting following the event. No entries will be returned.

The Art Contest signup has closed.

Food Vendor Information

If you are interested in becoming a Food Vendor for CHINO Days please complete the Food Vendor Application and submit the required documents. Applications may also be picked up at the Carolyn Owens Community Center, 13201 Central Avenue. 

Food Vendor applications are now closed.

Required Documents

1. City of Chino Vendor Application and Waiver
2. Provide proof of Temporary Food Facility Health Permit with the San Bernardino County Department of Environmental Health Services
3. City of Chino one-day temporary permit or provide proof of Annual Business License (due after approved by staff)
4. Provide proof of $1 million liability insurance listing the City of Chino as an additional insured
5. Provide proof of State Board of Equalization seller's permit for temporary location

For More Information

• For more information, please contact the Carolyn Owens Community Center at 909-334-3258 or email the Community Services, Parks & Recreation Department.
• For more information regarding the one-day vendor permit, please contact the Business License at 909-334-3263.
• For more information regarding the Board of Equalization, please contact their Riverside Field Office at 951-680-6400.

Information & Retail Vendor Information

The City of Chino will be accepting applications for retail and information vendors through March 6, 2026. 

Apply now by completing the Retail / Information Vendor Application. The application provides an option for vendors to apply for the Fireworks Spectacular event as well. 

Retail / Information Vendor Application (PDF)

Required Documents

1. City of Chino Vendor Application and Waiver
2. City of Chino one-day temporary permit or provide proof of Annual Business License (due after approved by staff)
3. Provide proof of State Board of Equalization seller's permit for temporary location

For More Information

• For more information, please contact the Carolyn Owens Community Center at 909-334-3258 or email the Community Services, Parks & Recreation Department.
• For more information regarding the one-day vendor permit, please contact the Business License Department at 909-334-3263.
• For more information regarding the Board of Equalization, please contact their Riverside Field Office at 951-680-6400.

Entertainment, Demonstration & Display Information

The City of Chino Community Services Department is seeking local groups to participate in the event through dance, music, entertainment, demonstrations, displays, or other activities. The City of Chino greatly appreciates your decision to participate in this event! 

Entertainer Information:

• Opportunity to perform during event:
  • Time/duration to be determined upon approval
  • Must provide any props/music needed for performance. PA system provided (3 microphones maximum   

Apply to be an entertainer at CHINO Days by completing the entertainer application.

Entertainer Application (PDF)

Demonstration & Display Information:

• Opportunity to provide a demonstration and/or display during event:
  • Time/duration to be determined upon approval
  • Must provide all supplies for demonstration

The demonstration & display application is currently closed.

Required Documents

• Brief biography of entry/organization 
• Relevant application and waiver 

For more information, please contact the Carolyn Owens Community Center at (909) 334-3258 or email the Community Services, Parks & Recreation Department.

Sponsor Information

The City of Chino Community Services, Parks & Recreation Department strives to provide quality programs and activities to the residents of Chino. Special events enhance the quality of life and builds a sense of community. You can increase your exposure to the community by contributing to the success of special events, like CHINO Days. 

Join us as a sponsor by completing the CHINO Days Sponsor Form.

CHINO Days Sponsor Form (PDF)