2025 "City of Mural" Community Festival
Dates: August 21–25, 2025
Locations:
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Wenonah Park
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517 Washington Ave (Dunlop Building)
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Bay City Central High School
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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:
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One-night stay at DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City – Riverfront
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Bourbon tasting for 4 at Three Bridges Distillery and Taproom
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Loons baseball bundle: 4 tickets, blanket, and caps
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Gift cards from Legacy Coffee House and Little Pastry Shop
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3-month Dow Family YMCA family membership
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Leisure bundles from community donors
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Children’s books from Curious Minds Club
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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:
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🌟 Bay Area Community Foundation – for their generous grant that made this year’s festival shine.
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👩🎨 Covenant HealthCare – for sponsoring our youth workshops and investing in the next generation of creators.
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🏨 Bay Valley – for providing comfortable lodging for our mural artists.
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🏠 Wing Home Inspection – for their generous sponsorship and community commitment.
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🎨 Ace Hardware – for sponsoring our paint supplies, helping us bring color to Bay City.
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💙 United Bay Community Credit Union – for supporting us three years in a row with steadfast community care.
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🙌 Members First Credit Union – for stepping up as our Community Champion sponsor this year.
Together, you helped transform walls into lasting symbols of unity, creativity, and pride for Bay City.
Highlight of 2025
2025 City of Mural Community Festival: A Celebration of Creativity and Community
2025 City of Mural Community Festival: A Celebration of Creativity and Community
The 2025 City of Mural Community Festival marked the third annual celebration of public art in Bay City, bringing vibrant creativity to life across the city from August 21–25. This year’s festival featured six mural artists who transformed more than 2,000 square feet of walls at four prominent locations — Wenonah Park, 517 Washington Ave (Dunlop Building), Bay City Central High School, and Legacy Coffee House — into powerful, colorful public murals that reflect unity, diversity, and connection.
Over the five-day event, artists, youth, and community members collaborated to paint, share stories, and build community, with live music, youth activities, mural tours, and special events engaging visitors throughout Bay City. A highlight of the festival was the debut of the Ever-Living Friendship Wall, a collaborative public art space where attendees could leave their own creative mark, guided by mural artist Sergio Arce.
The festival’s success was supported by generous sponsors including the Bay Area Community Foundation, Covenant HealthCare, Bay Valley, Wing Home Inspection, Ace Hardware, United Bay Community Credit Union, and Members First Credit Union, whose contributions helped bring art, music, and community spirit to life.
The 2025 event continued to strengthen Bay City’s identity as a vibrant hub for public art, community engagement, and creative expression — inspiring residents and visitors alike to connect through color, collaboration, and celebration.
Key Highlights:
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8 mural artists, 2,000 sq. ft. of mural space, and two days of celebration.
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over 1,000 attendees, 20+ vendors, 10 live musicians, and 6 speakers.
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70 participants (adults and youth) contributing to the artwork.
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Featured multiple times in local media and over 100 social media posts reaching 200,000 people.