2025 "City of Mural" Community Festival

Dates: August 21–25, 2025

Locations:

Wenonah Park
517 Washington Ave (Dunlop Building)
Bay City Central High School
Legacy Coffee House

The 3rd Annual City of Mural Festival brought more than 2,000 square feet of murals to life across Bay City’s east and west sides. From August 21–25, artists, youth, and community members came together to transform public spaces with vibrant creativity, music, and connection.

On August 23–24, the community celebrated with live music, youth activities, mural tours, and special events—helping keep art at the heart of our city.

Silent Auction Sponsors 🛍️

A heartfelt thank you to our silent auction sponsors for their generous contributions:

One-night stay at DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City – Riverfront
Bourbon tasting for 4 at Three Bridges Distillery and Taproom
Loons baseball bundle: 4 tickets, blanket, and caps
Gift cards from Legacy Coffee House and Little Pastry Shop
3-month Dow Family YMCA family membership
Leisure bundles from community donors
Children’s books from Curious Minds Club
Pumpkin Spider Latte candle by Bougie Scents with Andi

Your support helps fuel our mission and brings joy to our community—thank you! 💛

Ever-Living Friendship Wall 🖐️

We’re so glad we brought a live workshop and community handprint stamping experience to our Ever-Living Friendship Wall! A huge thank you to mural artist Sergio Arce for leading and guiding the community through this creative process. 🙌

This tradition is one we’re committed to keeping alive at future mural festivals—reminding us all that art is about connection, collaboration, and leaving a mark together.

To everyone who joined us this year, thank you! While the weather made things a little unpredictable, we’re grateful for the joy, color, and memories you shared. And if you missed the chance to add your handprints this time—don’t worry, there will be a next time. 🌈

2025 "City of Mural" Community Festival
Sponsor Highlight

Thank You to Our Sponsors

This festival would not have been possible without the support of our incredible sponsors. Each played a vital role in bringing art, music, and community spirit to life this year:

🌟 Bay Area Community Foundation – for their generous grant that made this year’s festival shine.
👩‍🎨 Covenant HealthCare – for sponsoring our youth workshops and investing in the next generation of creators.
🏨 Bay Valley – for providing comfortable lodging for our mural artists.
🏠 Wing Home Inspection – for their generous sponsorship and community commitment.
🎨 Ace Hardware – for sponsoring our paint supplies, helping us bring color to Bay City.
💙 United Bay Community Credit Union – for supporting us three years in a row with steadfast community care.
🙌 Members First Credit Union – for stepping up as our Community Champion sponsor this year.