Get ready! Something vibrant, loud, and incredibly creative is taking over downtown Oil City. We are thrilled to officially announce Mural Fest 2026, a two-day outdoor celebration of public art, local culture, and community happening right in the heart of Town Square on August 21st and 22nd!

Come hang out, bring a camping chair, talk to the artists, enjoy good food, and listen to great music as Town Square turns into an open-air studio!

Weekend Lineup & What to Expect For MURAL FEST 2026!

The festival runs from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM on both days, each offering its own unique energy:

Friday, August 21: Prep & Sneak Peek Day (11:00 AM – 6:00 PM)

Want an unfiltered look at how public art gets made? Friday is our official prep day. There are no bells and whistles, just pure process. Come down during your lunch break or afternoon stroll to watch the artists claim their monoliths, block in their background colors, and sketch their massive outlines.

Saturday, August 22: The Main Festival Day (11:00 AM – 6:00 PM)

Saturday is when Town Square kicks into high gear! Murals will be painted live all day long alongside a packed schedule of fun activities:

11:00 AM: Festival Opening & DJ/Live Music Kickoff
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Sponsor Spotlight & VIP Hour
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Live Painting & Roving Artist Q&A (Listen to our wandering host interview painters live on the mic!)
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM: “People’s Choice” Spectator Voting (Pick up a ballot at the welcome tent and vote for your favorite piece!)
5:15 PM – 5:45 PM: Closing Ceremony & People’s Choice Winner Announcement
5:45 PM – 6:00 PM: Final Group Photo Ops with artists, sponsors, and completed monoliths

Find the event on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BuR4THUf7/

Promotional poster for Oil City's first-ever live mural festival, Mural Fest 2026, featuring dates, activities, and festival highlights.

Food, Fun, Music, and Local Deals

Set up your chair, grab a bite, and stay awhile:

Live Music & Beats: Soak in the festival atmosphere with live music and DJ sets from the stage tent.
Face Painting & Kids’ Chalk Zone: Bring the kids for face painting and let young creators make their mark in our interactive chalk painting area!
Delicious Local Eats: Enjoy great food served by The Elks Club, plus visiting local food trucks.
Downtown Perks: Take advantage of special festival offers and deals from The Exchange.
Artist Shade Tents: Relax under the trees, chat with local creators, and watch public art come to life.