FESTIVAL INFO
AUGUST 16 - 18, 2024
Bellingham's Waterfront, located at 298 W Laurel Street
FREE & FAMILY FRIENDLY
Friday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
LIVE ART
World-renowned muralists gather in Bellingham, WA for a weekend of mural painting, demos, music, parties, education and inspiration. This festival is a friendly art contest, in which artists will have two days to paint 8’x’8’ portable walls on public display for the community to enjoy. Attendees will vote for their favorites and the top three winners will receive cash contracts to paint large murals in Bellingham.
Unveiling our second season of the Indigeversal Collective, a return and celebration of Indigenous culture through art. Each year, this project evolves to form a new design and theme that encapsulates symbols in the visual language of their ancestors. Guided by Indigeversal Collective founder, Kaplan Bunce, this initiative unites diverse tribal stories into a cohesive visual tapestry. Under the mentorship of seasoned professionals, many participating artists are stepping into the realm of mural creation for the first time. This experience not only fosters artistic growth but also expands cultural horizons, emphasizing the profound impact of art as a medium for storytelling and community empowerment. Join us in celebrating indigenous heritage and creativity as we paint a vibrant legacy on the canvas of our city’s landscape. Together, we honor traditions, inspire new perspectives, and build bridges across cultures through the universal language of art.
New in 2024, we invite six runner-up artists who will join us in creating live Exquisite Portrait murals. This is an opportunity for artists to gain experience designing and creating public art, gain more exposure, in addition to fostering mentorship opportunities.
FAMILIES WELCOME
Bring your kids to Noisy Waters and let their creativity soar on our Kids Wall! Watch as they paint their own mini murals and witness the magic of artistic expression. These moments of inspiration are not just fun—they're formative, sparking creativity and imagination in young minds. Join us for a day of family-friendly fun and watch your children become budding artists! Please visit us in 2024 at our Kids & Teens wall, CLICK HERE.
WORKSHOPS
Try your hand at spray painting! Last year, one of our most popular installments at the festival, spray paint workshops were offered by local muralist Taj Williams. These are interactive opportunities for amateur and experienced folks to play around with aerosol. To REGISTER for a 2024 Spray Camp Workshop, CLICK HERE.
MURAL TOURS
Discover the murals around Bellingham by bike! Muralist and Noisy Waters founder Gretchen Leggitt hosts a 2 hour tour of local installations. Featured guest artists in 2023 included Ruckus and Ivan Collins. To REGISTER for the 2024 tour, CLICK HERE.
