2024 Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival

Step into the vibrant Midvale Main Arts & Culture District and immerse yourself in the creative energy of the Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival. More than just an event, this festival is a celebration of our local community's diversity and a platform for artists - local, national, and international - to showcase their talents.

Live Murals

Immerse yourself in the live mural demonstrations, where artists bring walls to life with vibrant colors and captivating storytelling.

Beer Garden hosted by Bohemian Brewery

Sip on our local hand crafted brews while immersing yourself in the colorful creations that surround you, celebrating the union of creativity & craft.

Food Tucks

Enjoy a culinary adventure at the festival, where food trucks offer a variety of tasty dishes to satisfy your hunger and add to the vibrant atmosphere.

Vendor Marketplace

Explore the bustling vendor marketplace at the mural festival, where local artisans showcase their crafts, offering a diverse array of handmade treasures to discover and enjoy.

Midvale Art House Open House

Get a first look at Midvale Main’s newest community art studio called the Art House. Open house hours will take place during the Festival. Join us in welcoming these talented studio artists and exploring this new creative space within the Midvale Main Arts & Culture District. The Art House will be open to the public and host creative activities for everyone to enjoy throughout the year.

While you’re there, don't miss the chance to admire a new indoor mural by acclaimed LetterWest artist Ximena Jimenez from Bogota, Colombia, adding a unique international flair to our mural collection. Join us at the Art House to celebrate with the local art community, celebrate creativity, and experience the magic of Midvale's budding arts and culture scene.

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Murals and Ice-Cream with the Mayor

Join us for a mural walk with the Mayor as part of the Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival. Together we’ll explore the vibrant and historic streets of the Midvale Main Arts & Culture District which has over 30 magnificent murals. This is an opportunity to meet some of this year’s muralists, witness live mural making and uncover the stories and creativity behind how murals are made. We’ll finish our memorable walk with some delicious ice cream from Altojitos, a local Midvale Main Street business. RSVP now to reserve your spot!

Volunteers

Join us as a volunteer for the upcoming Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival! We're on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals (aged 18 and older) to fill various roles and help make this event a resounding success.

No matter your interests, personality, or skills, we have a position that's perfect for you. All roles involve interacting with the public, so friendliness and safety are our top priorities. Plus, as a token of our appreciation, each volunteer will receive a Festival tee-shirt and sticker!

Here's a rundown of the available roles:

1. Information Booth (Shifts: 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.): Assist visitors by providing information about the festival, directing them to various activities, and distributing festival maps and stickers.
2. Vendors and Food Truck Check-In (Shifts: 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.): Guide vendors and food truck operators on unloading and parking, and provide information about key festival areas.
3. Vendors and Food Truck Directing Load Out (Shift: 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.): Ensure vendors have what they need for packing up, and assist with safely directing them out of the festival area.
4. Festival Setup and General Support (Shift: 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.): Assist with setting up equipment, loading/unloading supplies, and answering attendee questions.
5. Festival Takedown and General Support (Shift: 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.): Help dismantle equipment, remove signage, and provide general support as needed.

In addition to your specific role, all volunteers will be asked to hand out flyers to guests. It's a fantastic opportunity to meet new people, support the community, and have a blast!

If you're interested in volunteering, please submit the Volunteer Application. We can't wait to work with you and make this year's Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival a huge success!

Call for Vendors (Closed)

Are you a local artisan, maker, or vintage vendor looking to showcase your talents and goods at the Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival? We'd love to have you join us for an unforgettable celebration of creativity, community, and culture! The festival is a prime opportunity to connect with our vibrant community and share your unique offerings with attendees.

We're committed to curating a diverse and eclectic mix of vendors that truly represents the spirit of Midvale. While we have limited space available, we're dedicated to prioritizing diversity among vendors and ensuring a variety of goods for festival-goers to explore.

To apply, submit your application by May 8, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Our festival committee will carefully review all applications and you can expect to hear back from us by May 15, 2024.

There is no fee to participate as a vendor. However, if accepted to participate as a vendor, a $50 vendor deposit will be required. This deposit will be refunded the week after the mural festival unless you do not show up, in which case the deposit is non-refundable.

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of the Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival! Your participation will help make this event a memorable celebration of art, culture, and community.

Call for ArtistsChris Peterson, 2023 (Closed)

On March 12, 2024, the Redevelopment Agency (RDA) of Midvale City released a Call for Artists, inviting creative minds to participate in the upcoming 2024 Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival. The deadline for submitting Statements of Qualifications was April 12, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. The selection committee is currently in the process of scoring applications. For further information regarding the timeline of this process, please refer to the details below:

• Selection Committee – April 12 – 24, 2024
• Artists Notified – April 24, 2024
• Artist Agreements Signed – May 8, 2024
• Mural Designs Completed for approval – May 23, 2024
• Muralist Welcome/Reception Meet-n-Greet – May 30, 2024
• Begin Painting – May 31 – June 8, 2024 (All artists MUST begin painting by Monday June 3, 2024)
• Los Muros on Main – Saturday, June 8, 2024 (All artists MUST be present for an agreed upon time with RDA team)

About Midvale Main Arts & Culture District

The Midvale City RDA is working to revitalize Midvale’s Historic Main Street by highlighting the area’s unique culture, Emma Gilbert, 2023identity, history, and community spirit once again by transforming Midvale Main into an arts, culture, and food district. Activating the street by inviting artists, vendors, and visitors to the street is just the start. In the beginning stages of establishing this district, this festival is a vital part of the revitalization process.

The RDA is committed to partnering with local arts and community organizations and artists to host Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival, the LetterWest Conference, Food Truck Fridays, and the up-and-coming Art House, a public art studio located in the old Midvale City Museum building on Main Street.

Learn more about the Midvale Main Arts and Culture District here.