BFA Art Walls Mural Fest
Seeking to create a vibrant, inclusive space where art and community service merge, providing meaningful support to local nonprofits while enriching the lives of attendees and advancing the careers of participating artists.
Saturday, February 28 & Sunday, March 1 from 10am-5pm
History Fort Lauderdale
Business for the Arts Broward (BFA) invites local arts and culture nonprofit organizations to participate in our inaugural BFA Art Walls Mural Fest – a two-day, community-driven celebration of art, collaboration, and impact.
This exciting event will pair ten local art and culture nonprofits with ten established and emerging artists who will each create an 8’x8’ mural inspired by the nonprofit’s mission. The festival will kick off with a special Art & Spirits celebration in the BBX Gallery, highlighting the artists and participating organizations with an exclusive liquor tasting and art exhibit with our sponsors and supporters.
Key Dates
- Call for Nonprofits Opens: October 1
- Application Deadline: November 10
- Nonprofit Selection Announced: November 17
- BFA Art Walls Mural Fest: Saturday, February 28 and Sunday, March 1 from 10am-5pm at History Fort Lauderdale
- Art & Spirits: Thursday, February 26 at BBX Capital 5:30-7:30pm
About the Festival
The BFA Art Walls Mural Fest, presented in partnership with the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and will be held at History Fort Lauderdale, is designed to:
- Bring together established and emerging artists in a collaborative environment.
- Provide hands-on educational opportunities for youth from participating nonprofits.
- Spotlight the missions and community work of 10 local arts and cultural nonprofit organizations partnered with 10 mural artists.
Strengthen community bonds while fostering creativity, professional growth, and appreciation of the arts.