Astro Arts Festival 2026 in Vancouver

Experience one of Vancouver's most creative summer events at Astro Arts Festival 2026, a free three-day celebration of urban art, muralism, and community taking place August 7–9, 2026 at the Astro Club Campus in Mount Pleasant.

The festival transforms 165 West 4th Avenue into a vibrant outdoor gallery featuring 30+ live murals, street art, graffiti, public art unveilings, the 100 Amigos Exhibition, artist market, DJs, beer garden, open studios, and interactive art experiences.

Event Details

Event: Astro Arts Festival 2026

Dates: August 7–9, 2026

Location: Astro Club Campus

Address:
165 West 4th Avenue
Vancouver, BC

Admission: Free (VIP preview available for the 100 Amigos Exhibition)

Festival Highlights

• Free outdoor block party
• 30+ live murals and street art installations
• Astro Alley Jam
• Live graffiti jam
• 100 Amigos Exhibition
• Six new large-scale public mural unveilings
• Artist market
• Open artist studios
• Beer garden
• Live DJs
• Food trucks
• Interactive public art experiences
• Family-friendly daytime programming

Schedule

Friday, August 7

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

• VIP First Buyers Preview of the 100 Amigos Exhibition

8:00 PM – 1:00 AM

• Free public viewing of the 100 Amigos Exhibition

Saturday, August 8

12:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Visitors can enjoy:

• Free block party
• Astro Alley Jam
• Live mural painting
• Graffiti jam
• 100 Amigos Exhibition
• Mural Wrap unveiling
• Artist market
• Open studios
• DJs
• Food trucks
• Beer garden

Sunday, August 9

12:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Enjoy another full day featuring:

• Free block party
• Live murals
• Astro Alley Jam
• Graffiti jam
• 100 Amigos Exhibition
• Public mural unveilings
• Artist market
• Open studios
• DJs
• Beer garden

Astro Alley Jam

Watch more than 30 artists create murals and graffiti live throughout the weekend as walls across the Astro Club Campus become vibrant public artworks.

100 Amigos Exhibition

Explore an exhibition featuring 100+ original 12" × 12" artworks created by local artists and curated by:

• Pablo Zamudio
• Drew Young
• Douglas Coupland

The exhibition includes a VIP preview on Friday evening followed by free public viewing throughout the weekend.

Artist Market & Open Studios

Meet Vancouver's creative community by exploring:

• Local artist booths
• Handmade artwork
• Prints and creative goods
• Open studio tours
• Behind-the-scenes artist spaces

Why Attend?

Astro Arts Festival is one of Vancouver's premier urban arts festivals, celebrating creativity through murals, graffiti, public art, exhibitions, music, and community. Whether you're an art lover, photographer, or simply looking for a unique summer event, the festival offers an inspiring weekend in the heart of Mount Pleasant.

Event Information

Event: Astro Arts Festival 2026

Dates: August 7–9, 2026

Time:

• Friday: 6:00 PM – 1:00 AM
• Saturday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Sunday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Location: Astro Club Campus

Address:
165 West 4th Avenue
Vancouver, BC

Admission: Free (VIP preview tickets available for the Friday exhibition)

Official Website: https://www.astroarts.ca