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Moraga chamber launches Art Walk and Roll combining local arts and classic cars
More than 30 businesses and artists took part in the chamber's reworked street event, which added vintage, exotic and custom car shows.

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The Moraga Chamber of Commerce unveiled a reimagined community celebration titled Art Walk and Roll, successfully transforming the town's traditional Community Faire into an outdoor cultural festival along the town commercial corridor. Chamber officials announced the creative transition on May 12, highlighting an energetic afternoon that brought together dozens of regional artists, artisan creators, local wineries, and car collectors. The redesigned format allowed Lamorinda families and visitors to stroll through open-air pop-up galleries while admiring an impressive multi-category automobile showcase.
The community celebration generated substantial foot traffic for independent retail shops and restaurants across Moraga, providing a major financial boost for merchants recovering from seasonal sales lulls. More than 30 independent businesses, visual artists, and artisan craft makers set up interactive display booths, offering live painting demonstrations and handcrafted goods directly to neighborhood consumers. Local residents praised the festive, family-friendly atmosphere, noting that pairing cultural art displays with specialty collector cars created broad appeal that engaged children, collectors, and art patrons alike.
For decades, the Moraga Community Faire served as a cherished spring gathering organized by business leaders and the town council to celebrate Lamorinda civic life. In revamping the event, chamber directors sought to modernize the experience, incorporating local wine tastings from Contra Costa vineyards alongside curated visual arts exhibitions. The automobile display was restructured into three distinct competitive divisions, showcasing vintage classic vehicles, modern exotic sports cars, and unique custom builds, with attendees casting official votes to decide the People's Choice award winner.
Chamber directors confirmed that planning is underway for next year's edition of Art Walk and Roll following enthusiastic community reception and high vendor participation. The business association opened early inquiry registrations on its municipal event portal for vehicle owners wanting to secure display spots, as well as regional artists seeking booth space. Organizers will announce official dates, street closure schedules, and exhibitor fees during the winter planning cycle following review with the Moraga Town Council and public safety officials.
Local artists, culinary vendors, and car clubs interested in participating in the upcoming spring festival are encouraged to join the chamber's event mailing list for early registration alerts. Business owners can also explore seasonal corporate sponsorship packages that offer prominent promotional signage and digital advertising across Lamorinda media platforms. Prospective exhibitors and community members seeking additional information can contact the Moraga Chamber of Commerce by visiting their downtown office or calling (925) 323-6524.
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