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Nestled in the heart of Midvale City lies our beloved Midvale Main Arts & Culture District, a gathering spot encapsulating the very spirit of our community. This district, adorned with more than 30captivating murals, serves as a vibrant testament to our genuine personality, homegrown warmth, and deep-rooted sense of community pride.



  • A Canvas of Expression: The district's 30+ murals narrate stories and honor local talent. Each mural reflects our culture and creativity, adding a unique artistic touch to our streets.
  • Theatrical Delights: Charming theaters within the district come alive with performances, offering an immersive cultural experience for residents and visitors alike. Here, you can revel in local theater productions that showcase the talent and creativity of our community.
  • Ink and Artistry: Tattoo parlors in the district are more than mere studios; they're hubs of self-expression. Local artists create unique, personalized tattoos that tell individual stories, contributing to the rich tapestry of our community's identity.
  • Coffee Culture: Our district's coffee shop is more than a place to grab a cup of joe; it's the heart of our community. It's where friends gather for conversations, where locals connect, and where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee blends with the authentic camaraderie of our residents

Murals on Midvale Main

Food Truck Fridays @ Midvale Main Street

Midvale City partners with the Food Truck League to host League Nights over the summer at the Midvale Main Arts & Culture District.

Midvale Art House

The Midvale Art House, a key component of the district, contributes to the district's lively atmosphere. The Art House aims to amplify the cultural richness by nurturing local talent and celebrating our artists. . By repurposing an existing City building, the Art House becomes a unique community asset, enhancing the district's vibrancy in a way not readily provided by the market.

Midvale Main Projects

Midvale Main Street Urban Design Plan

2023 Midvale City Mural Festival


History and Character of the Area

In 1909, when Midvale City was founded, Main Street served as its bustling heart. Nestled around the smelter just west of Main Street, this area thrived with smelter offices, banks, restaurants, and shops. The Avenues neighborhood homes were constructed for the industrial workers and their families who were part of the surrounding industrial hub. Before the construction of I-15, Main Street played a crucial role as a regional north-south route, attracting residents from across the valley. It was a vibrant destination for shopping and leisure.

However, with the advent of the freeway, Main Street's importance as a north-south route dwindled. The freeway diverted traffic to newly built strip malls, while also limiting access to Main Street from the expanding eastern part of the City. As a result, businesses along Main Street experienced a decline in both foot and vehicle traffic.

Today, Main Street presents a mix of thriving businesses and vacant properties, offering opportunities for revitalization. With recent additions like City Hall and the County Senior Center at the north end of Main Street, there's growing momentum for both public and private investments, paving the way for a more vibrant and promising future for this area.



Nestled in the heart of Midvale City lies our beloved Midvale Main Arts & Culture District, a gathering spot encapsulating the very spirit of our community. This district, adorned with more than 30captivating murals, serves as a vibrant testament to our genuine personality, homegrown warmth, and deep-rooted sense of community pride.



  • A Canvas of Expression: The district's 30+ murals narrate stories and honor local talent. Each mural reflects our culture and creativity, adding a unique artistic touch to our streets.
  • Theatrical Delights: Charming theaters within the district come alive with performances, offering an immersive cultural experience for residents and visitors alike. Here, you can revel in local theater productions that showcase the talent and creativity of our community.
  • Ink and Artistry: Tattoo parlors in the district are more than mere studios; they're hubs of self-expression. Local artists create unique, personalized tattoos that tell individual stories, contributing to the rich tapestry of our community's identity.
  • Coffee Culture: Our district's coffee shop is more than a place to grab a cup of joe; it's the heart of our community. It's where friends gather for conversations, where locals connect, and where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee blends with the authentic camaraderie of our residents

Murals on Midvale Main

Food Truck Fridays @ Midvale Main Street

Midvale City partners with the Food Truck League to host League Nights over the summer at the Midvale Main Arts & Culture District.

Midvale Art House

The Midvale Art House, a key component of the district, contributes to the district's lively atmosphere. The Art House aims to amplify the cultural richness by nurturing local talent and celebrating our artists. . By repurposing an existing City building, the Art House becomes a unique community asset, enhancing the district's vibrancy in a way not readily provided by the market.

Midvale Main Projects

Midvale Main Street Urban Design Plan

2023 Midvale City Mural Festival


History and Character of the Area

In 1909, when Midvale City was founded, Main Street served as its bustling heart. Nestled around the smelter just west of Main Street, this area thrived with smelter offices, banks, restaurants, and shops. The Avenues neighborhood homes were constructed for the industrial workers and their families who were part of the surrounding industrial hub. Before the construction of I-15, Main Street played a crucial role as a regional north-south route, attracting residents from across the valley. It was a vibrant destination for shopping and leisure.

However, with the advent of the freeway, Main Street's importance as a north-south route dwindled. The freeway diverted traffic to newly built strip malls, while also limiting access to Main Street from the expanding eastern part of the City. As a result, businesses along Main Street experienced a decline in both foot and vehicle traffic.

Today, Main Street presents a mix of thriving businesses and vacant properties, offering opportunities for revitalization. With recent additions like City Hall and the County Senior Center at the north end of Main Street, there's growing momentum for both public and private investments, paving the way for a more vibrant and promising future for this area.



  • Midvale Main Art House Calls for Artists

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    The Redevelopment Agency of Midvale City is excited to announce an open call for artists, inviting 8-10 talented and community-oriented individuals to join a vibrant artistic community at the Midvale Main Art House on Main Street. Interested artists can rent studio space, gain access to a collaborative work environment, and secure their spot in a shared public art gallery and art shop. This space is ideal for artists looking to be part of an engaging and cooperative environment where creativity can flourish, and ideas can come to life.

    Details of the Open Call

    Situated on Midvale’s Main Street, a burgeoning hub for arts, culture, and dining along the Wasatch Front, The Art House is a welcoming space for the public, encouraging engagement with the creative process. The building offers approximately 4,791 sq. ft of open space, allowing each artist to personalize their dedicated 8’X8’ area. Security, electricity, internet, onsite restrooms, and cleaning facilities are included. Studio tenants enjoy access, 7 days a week, from 7:00 am to 11:00 pm. Studio space rent is set at $200 per month, with a minimum 6-month commitment. Two studio spaces are reserved for artists demonstrating low income, at a further subsidized rate of $115. These rates ensure operating costs are covered. Artists occupying this space commit to spending a minimum of 20 hours per week in the studio during Art House open hours, detailed below. This commitment includes being onsite one weekend day per month for 4 hours and participating in 3 community-oriented events per term (6 months).

    Benefits for Artists

    Artists will be highlighted and promoted on RDA marketing materials, with opportunities to participate in community events such as monthly open studio nights, Trick or Treat on Main, and Light Up Main Street hosted by the RDA. There are additional opportunities to host lectures, workshops, live discussions, and art shows within the space, with the possibility of receiving funding to support these events. Most importantly, artists will have a significant opportunity to make a positive impact on the community. Their active participation plays a vital role in ensuring and propelling an equitable and inclusive revitalization of Midvale’s Main Street.

    Proposed Art House Open Hours

    Monday: 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

    Tuesday: 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

    Wednesday: 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

    Thursday: 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

    Friday: 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

    Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

    Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

    Art House Selection Committee

    The Art House selection committee is responsible for developing and adopting the governing documents, including the policies and procedures that will regulate the Art House. The committee will also be responsible for reviewing and selecting all artists who will occupy the space. Additionally, the committee will work closely with the artists housed in the Art House to develop a schedule, ensuring that there are always two or more artists in the space during open public hours. In doing so, the Art House selection committee will have the ability to modify the open hours to ensure they are conducive to the schedules of the artists and for public visitation. Last but not least, the Selection Committee will also be responsible for selecting art to be displayed to the community.

    Apply Today

    The deadline to apply is April 11, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Complete your application to apply today.

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  • Trick or Treat on Main Street

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    Looking for a safe and fun place to take the kids Trick or Treating? Look no further than Midvale’s historic Main Street. Midvale City, the Redevelopment Agency of Midvale City, and the Main Street Business Alliance will host Trick or Treat on Main Street on Saturday, October 29, 2022, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The free event features Main Street businesses that will happily fill your little ones’ bags with various goodies, carnival games, food trucks, music, murals, entertainment, and a creative crosswalk painting project.

    The Busking Bus Theatre Company is coming to Main Street to entertain you and your little monsters, ghouls, and princesses with their busking-style variety show! Enjoy the PG-rated content, from magicians and jugglers to cello loop artists and street performers -- there's something for everyone on Main Street.

    Stroll along Main Street while you grab a bite to eat from food trucks and restaurants, then stop by Carnival Row. Free carnival games like Matching Ducks, Football Throw, Plinko, and Bottle Ring Toss are sure to burn off the extra calories and excessive energy.

    Get inspired by more than 20 recently curated Main Street murals. Then encourage your kids to contribute to the city's art, safety, and walkability, as well as its Main Street revitalization, by participating in the creative crosswalk painting project sponsored by the Salt Lake County Health Department. This exciting project engages our youth by getting them involved in the community while highlighting pedestrian safety.

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  • Midvale City joins Rockin Hotrod Productions and Cottonwood Insurance to host the 2nd Annual Midvale Main Street Car Show benefiting Utah Food Bank

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    We are revving up for the 2nd Annual Midvale Main Street Car Show which will be held on Friday, October 7, 2022, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The perfect blend of old school traditions and new school trends, with more than 150 hot rods, customs, muscle cars, trucks, and classics, the car show will take place on Midvale’s historic Main Street between 6th Avenue and Center Street.2021 Main Street Car Show

    Everyone is welcome to attend this free, family-friendly event. Visit a variety of Main Street shops and the small business pop-up marketplace, explore more than 20 recently curated murals, enjoy local eats from food trucks and restaurants, dance to the music, and take some selfies with Utah’s hottest rides.

    All proceeds from the event will benefit the Utah Food Bank. Vendors, sponsors, participants, and attendees are encouraged to donate canned goods for the event. Attendees will receive one raffle ticket per canned food item.

    Vendors, sponsors, and classic vehicle owners are encouraged to participate. Apply online:
    Vendors and sponsors https://bit.ly/3DIYc94
    Car Show Registration https://bit.ly/3qW0slT

    2021 Main Street Car Show

    Sponsors:

    Midvale City
    Redevelopment Agency of Midvale City
    Rockin Hotrod Productions
    Cottonwood Insurance
    Main Street Business Alliance

    Questions?
    Contact Travis Peterson at 801-651-7784 or midvalemainstreetcarshow@gmail.com

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  • Bringing color and life to Midvale's Historic Main Street

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    Midvale’s historic Main Street will be overrun with talented artists, scissor lifts, and ladders, and bathed in hundreds of gallons of paint during the Midvale Main Street Mural Festival on Saturday, June 18, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The festival brings artists from the region to adorn building walls, enliven streetscapes, and beautify the community. Attendees can expect to see a variety of styles and will be able to witness the creative process in action. The festival is a partnership between Midvale City and ALL CAPS Art Gallery to bring life and color to Midvale's historic Main Street.


    Join us as artists design more than 15 murals along Main Street. Bring the entire family. There will be music, market vendors, food truck vendors, live murals, and plenty of opportunities for the perfect Instagram shots! Visit www.MidvaleCity.org to learn more.


    Want to showcase your artistic talents?

    Midvale City in partnership with ALL CAPS Art Gallery is seeking qualified artists who are interested in participating in the first annual Midvale Main Street Mural Festival. Work will take place from June 14 – to June 18, 2022. Budget: Varies - Deadline: May 23, 2022. Visit the application page to apply today!