Mural Fest in Corpus Christi, Texas

As summer approaches, the Gulf Coast Capital prepares for a burst of color and creativity along the vibrant streets of Downtown Corpus Christi with its annual Mural Fest. Each mural captures the essence of Corpus Christi with a blend of fun, historic, and cultural vibes that make our city unique.

What is Mural Fest?

Mural Fest was created to celebrate the history and culture of Corpus Christi, while enhancing the visuals in the Marina Arts District with the addition of large-scale murals. Each participating muralist has been inspired to showcase different aspects of Corpus Christi including the beach, Harbor Bridge, local pets, the Naval Air Station, tropical plants, marine life, and more. Visitors can take self-guided tours to admire the vibrant murals and collect "artographs" from the participating talented national artists. Also, the festival will feature its monthly ArtWalk festivities, including lively block parties on Chaparral, Lomax, Peoples, and Starr Streets, and park celebrations at La Retama and Artesian Parks. These gatherings will host over 100 pop-up vendors, local food trucks, and live music both on the streets and within certain establishments.

Schedule:

Community Kick-Off Day

June 1 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | South Chaparral St

View the installation of the mural coordinated and created by K-Space Contemporary.

Artist Week

June 2-5 | Various Times | Downtown Corpus Christi

This week, catch talented artists in action as they paint murals live across downtown. It’s your chance to witness creativity in motion while exploring downtown’s restaurants, bars, and shops.

Mural Fest x ArtWalk

June 6 | 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. | Downtown Corpus Christi

Enjoy art, live music, over 100 vendors, and plenty of food trucks through a 9-block footprint as Mural Fest takes over First Friday ArtWalk.

Mural Dedication Block Party

June 7 | 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. | South Chaparral St

Come by for the reveal the new 2025 murals in South Downtown! There will be a Q&A with the artists, live music, vendors, food trucks, and plenty of incredible art.

2025 Artist Line-Up

Past Murals

Corpus Christi's mural scene is full of color, culture, and creativity. These murals represent just a glimpse into the city’s public art legacy. With many more installations scattered across Corpus Christi, there’s always something new to explore. Here are some standout past murals:

“Fair is Fair” by Jason Tetlak

A tribute to the 1980s cult classic The Legend of Billie Jean, which was filmed in Corpus Christi.

“Sweet Farrah” by Krystal Cooke

Celebrates Corpus Christi native Farrah Fawcett in her iconic red swimsuit pose.

Norma Urban Park Ground Mural

Spanning 14,400 square feet, this colorful mural honors Norma Urban, who passed away from breast cancer in 2008. It features hot pink ribbons over a yellow, blue, and green geometric design, transforming the park into a space of remembrance and vitality.

“The Wanderer” by Sonny Behan

Commemorates the rare sighting of a Cattle Tyrant in downtown Corpus Christi, a unique moment for local birding enthusiasts.

“Temporal Tides” by Anthony Brooks

Inspired by a 1939 photo by Russell Lee, this mural shows a man jetty fishing, symbolizing reflection, connection to history, and looking toward the future.

Traveling Artists

When Mural Fest rolls around, artists from around the United States join the locals to create an eclectic fusion of artistic styles and backgrounds, adding vibrancy to Corpus Christi’s art scene. While some of the previous artists came from nearby areas like the Rio Grande Valley, others came from Chicago, Los Angeles, Michigan, Miami, Germany, South Africa, and Hawaii to share their talents in the Corpus Christi Marina Arts District. This year, there will be local artists along with artists from Dallas, Denver, Columbus, and Atlanta.