ABOUT THE URBAN ARTS FESTIVAL

The Urban Arts Festival is a Community Event organized by the Utah Arts Alliance. Started in 2011 on Pierpont Ave. the Urban Arts Festival became one of the most unique and exciting events of the year in SLC. The festival drew over 5000 people in attendance throughout the day and showcased hundreds of artists, performers and musicians. This year the fesival is moving to the new Utah Arts Alliance - SLC Arts Hub property at 663 West 100 South that will allow for the growth of this years festival to include double the capacity of artist and attendees. It is a full day and evening celebration of Salt Lake's urban and artistic culture for the community, art lovers, and families. The festival features artists, music, dance performance and skateboarding displays as well as art projects created at the festival by youth groups and local artists.

THE URBAN ARTS FESTIVAL EXPERIENCE

• Over 100 artists displaying everything from paintings, photography, and prints to jewelry, clothing, and sculpture.
• Music over 30 different groups—featuring hip-hop, rock, funk, and jazz.
• Dance performances from top urban dance groups—featuring breakdancing battles and showcases throughout the day.
• Skateboarding demonstrations workshops and competitions for all ages and skill levels.
• Urban gardening area with demonstrations throughout the day.
• Live painting demonstrations from Utah's top mural artists on a 100 foot long wall as well as another 50 foot long community wall for everyone to paint on.
• Food vendors as well as booths from non-profit groups and sponsors.