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Downtown Corpus Christi’s 5th Annual Mural Fest 2026 Presented by Corpus Christi Medical Center (CCMC) Returns With Five New Murals!

Corpus Christi, TX — The Corpus Christi Downtown Management District (CCDMD) is proud to announce the return of the Downtown Corpus Christi Mural Fest 2026, presented by Corpus Christi Medical Center. Now in its fifth consecutive year, the festival will bring five internationally recognized and local muralists to Downtown Corpus Christi from May 30 through June 6, 2026, transforming buildings across the district into large-scale works of public art.

"Investing in projects that support the Downtown Corpus Christi is one way we help our community thrive," said David Irizarry, Chief Executive Officer of Corpus Christi Medical Center. "Mural Fest brings people together, celebrates local and national artists, and reflects the culture that makes Corpus Christi home. We're proud to partner in strengthening the heart of our city."

Full Event Schedule (All Events are Free and Open to the Public)

  1. Mural Fest Community Kick-Off – Be Part of the Mural.

Saturday, May 30 | 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM | BUS, 702 N Chaparral

The festival begins with the Community Kick-Off—a hands-on, come-as-you-are event where volunteers help paint tiles for “Community Love” by Mural Mosaic. Together, we’ll create a 600-tile mural that will be assembled into a large-scale public artwork in partnership with K Space Contemporary. No experience needed, just stop by, pick up a brush, and paint a tile that will live on in Downtown Corpus Christ. Enjoy music, face painting, caricature artists, photobooth and 20% off B.U.S Tasty Bites while you add your piece to the mural.

This year’s Community Mural is called “Community Love” and reflects the core values of Downtown Corpus Christi—optimistic in message, creative in process, purposeful in impact, collaborative in execution, and inclusive in its invitation to all. Residents of every background and skill level are encouraged to contribute, turning individual expression into a shared visual story that celebrates the strength and beauty of connection. Subtle elements of the American flag woven into the background also honor the nation’s 250th anniversary, grounding the piece in a broader moment of reflection and pride.

"KSpace Mural Arts believes that public art has the power to connect, inspire, and transform our community," said Michelle Smythe, Executive Director of K Space Contemporary and curator of K Space Mural Arts. "Bringing a new mural to Downtown Corpus Christi is more than just adding color to a wall. It's about documenting our city's history, empowering our youth through creative expression, and creating a long-lasting landmark that reflects who we are as a community."

  1. Mural Fest Artist Week

Monday, June 1 to Thursday, June 4 | Various Times | Downtown Mural Sites

Throughout the week, the public is encouraged to walk, bike, or drive through downtown to watch the national and local artists in action. This is a rare opportunity to witness the creative process firsthand as massive blank walls are quickly transformed into stunning, permanent landmarks.

  1. Mural Fest X ArtWalk with Mural Reveals & Dedication Ceremony

Frist Friday ArtWalk | Friday, June 5 | 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM | ArtWalk Footprint

Mural Dedications| Friday, June 5 | 8:15 PM to 9:00 PM | 600 Block of Chaparral St.

The celebration peaks during the First Friday ArtWalk. The festival will feature regular monthly ArtWalk programming, including block parties on Chaparral, Peoples, Starr, and Taylor Streets, and an ArtWalk park parties at La Retama and Artesian Park. The parties will host over 250 pop-up vendors, local food trucks, and live music on the streets and inside select businesses.

Come count down with us at the Mural Dedication Ceremony. This event will take place at the 600 block of Chaparral where we will have special guests, artists, live music, and a big reveal of the 2026 Mural Fest Murals!

  1. Artist Summit

Saturday, June 6 | 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM | Executive Surf Club Patio | Free and Open to the Public

The festival concludes with the free, public Artist Summit. The educational event will feature a moderated artist panel and Q&A session. During this time, the featured muralists will share their insights, creative processes, and experiences painting large-scale public art. Following the panel, attendees are invited to stay for a relaxed, community-focused celebration with live music. Food specials will also be available for purchase at the Executive Surf Club.

"Mural Fest continues to demonstrate how strategic arts investment supports economic development," said Arlene Medrano, Executive Director of the Downtown Management District. "These projects activate underutilized spaces, attract visitors, and reinforce downtown as a place where creativity, business, and community intersect."

For more information about Mural Fest 2026, the artist lineup, and a map of mural locations, visit www.downtowncorpuschristi.org/events/mural-fest-2026.

2026 Artist Lineup

  1. Anna Charney (Denver, CO) | Homewood Suites Parking Lot (402 Lomax St.)

A painter and muralist known for abstract, illusionistic patterns inspired by mathematical forms in nature. Her work transforms architectural surfaces into immersive visual environments through layered color and geometric complexity.

  1. DBSTUDIO (Los Angeles, CA) | Hilliard Law Firm Parking Garage (713 S.Water St.)

A collaborative duo of Brenda Cibrian and Daisuke Okamoto, whose work blends intricate linework with themes of identity, culture, and human connection. Their murals have been installed across the U.S. and internationally.

  1. Lucas Aoki (Austin, TX) | Former Caller Times Bldg. (820 N. Lower Broadway)

An internationally recognized muralist and painter, and two-time Regional Winner of the National Mural Awards. His large-scale works have been commissioned globally across both public and private sectors.

  1. Megan Oldhues (Toronto, Canada) | Auric Building, Uptown (719 N. Upper Broadway)

A muralist specializing in large-scale figurative work that captures everyday moments with impressionistic texture and movement. Her work emphasizes human connection and the quiet details of daily life.

  1. K Space Contemporary (Corpus Christi, TX) |East side of Mesquite Street Parking Garage (600 Block Chaparral St.) A cornerstone of the local arts community, K Space has led over 30 mural projects since 2008, engaging local artists, youth, and community members to create public art that strengthens neighborhood identity and pride.

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CONTACT

Arlene Medrano, Executive Director, arlene@cctexasdmd.com, Office Phone (361) 688-6566

ABOUT CCDMD

The Corpus Christi Downtown Management District (CCDMD), established in 1993, is a professional municipal district, representing property owners and stakeholders within the area bounded by Furman Avenue to I-37, and Lower Broadway to Corpus Christi marina L and T-heads, known as Marina Arts District. In 2023, the property owners voted to renew the district through 2033. The vision of the CCDMD is to create the most vibrant downtown on the Gulf Coast.