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SUMMARY:SAND + STEEL Art Fest 2026
DESCRIPTION:Summer arts + music weekend in downtown Valparaiso!\nValparaiso Creative Council and Valparaiso Events are combining forces to produce this new FREE community arts event in Valparaiso\, IN: \nSAND + STEEL Art Fest 2026\nFriday\, June 26\nthrough Sunday\, June 28\nStarting at Central Plaza – 68 Lafayette Street\nStretching to Valpo Creates Center – 256 Indiana Avenue \nNamed as a nod to the geography and industry of our county and region\, SAND + STEEL Art Fest is a free\, three-day celebration of local artistic creativity and talent. \nSAND + STEEL Art Fest kicks off with a community concert featuring the South Shore Orchestra on Friday\, June 26\, 2026 at 7pm at Central Park Plaza. The celebration continues with two days filled with art in all its forms\, inviting visitors to explore the Valparaiso Creative District and experience work from more than fifty local artists across a wide range of fine art disciplines on on Saturday\, June 27 from 9am-5pm and Sunday\, June 28 from 10am-4pm. The seasonal Valparaiso Market\, hosted by Valpo Parks\, will be integrated into the event\, adding even more local vendors to peruse. Throughout the weekend\, attendees can also take part in interactive experiences including live music\, theater\, dance\, performances\, and hands-on create-and-take activities for all ages. \nSAND + STEEL Art Fest will be steeped in the history and dynamic theme of our county’s natural sand dunes and steel industry\, promising a unique experience of themed fusion between the two. This refined exhibit of local and regional artists will showcase an arrangement of talent for attendees to enjoy. It promises to layer immersive experiences\, provide plenty of artwork to purchase\, celebrate a wave of art activation\, and engage attendees in fun SAND + STEEL Art Fest activities for families and audiences of all ages and abilities. \nValparaiso Creative Council is a non-profit organization of community leaders entrusted with developing the Creative District for Valparaiso\, while Valparaiso Events is an established community engagement organization who consistently provides incredible festivals and events for our region. The partnership between both entities will extend a refreshing synergy and creative celebration of summer in downtown Valparaiso. \n  \nInterested in exhibiting?\nApplications are open for art vendors to apply. Artwork must be original and made by the artist. \nInterested in sponsoring?\nWe’re accepting sponsors for this highly-visible summer 2026 event. Please contact Jessica Corral at Valparaiso Creative Council or  Tom Clifford at Valparaiso Events for availability. \nPLATINUM $5\,000 \n\nReserved Front Row Seating at South Shore Orchestra Concert (Friday\, June 26)\nOpportunity to MC Main Stage\nAd Space in Event Brochure\nComplimentary use of Valparaiso Creative Council Space (based on availability\, some restrictions apply)\nCompany Logo on: Event Signage\, Marketing Materials & Website\n10×20 Booth Set Up at Entire Event Series\n\nGOLD $2\,500 (6) \n\nCompany Logo on: Event Signage\, Marketing Materials & Website\n10×10 Booth Set Up at Event on Saturday & Sunday\nChoice of Area Sponsorship:\n\nLive Artist (2)\nYouth Creative Corner (1)\nCreate IT + Take IT Activity (1)\nStage Performances (2)\n\n\n\nSILVER $1\,500 (4) \n\nCompany Logo on: Event Signs\, Event Signage\, Marketing Materials & Website\nChoice of Area Sponsorship:\n\nPhotobooth/Photo OP (2)\nPop-Up Art Activation (2)\n\n\n\nBRONZE $500 \n\nCompany Logo on: Event Signage\, Marketing Materials & Website\n\nDownload the 2026 SAND + STEEL Art Fest Sponsorship Sheet
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/sand-and-steel-art-fest-2026/
LOCATION:Central Park Plaza\, 68 Lafayette Street\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events
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SUMMARY:Mural Walk 2026: Live Painting\, Music and More
DESCRIPTION:See artists paint murals in downtown Valpo\nSave the date for our third annual Mural Walk! Watch artists paint new outdoor murals in downtown Valparaiso\, IN. This popular summer event also features live music\, creative activities led by local artists\, giveaways and more. It’s fun for all ages! \nSaturday\, August 22\, 2026 (Rain date TBD)\nFree to the public\n9am – 3pm \nSee our map of murals facilitated by the VCC to date and enjoy Valparaiso’s public art year-round! \nMore details to come soon. \n+++ \nWays to get involved in Mural Walk 2026\nHost a mural\nGot a blank wall in downtown Valpo that could use a mural? Contact us! \nPaint a mural\nArtists can apply for future mural design and painting opportunities. Application details coming soon. \nVolunteer\nLend a hand to help us make Mural Walk a great experience for our community. \nDonate\nYour tax-deductible contributions helps fund public art in Valparaiso\, IN. \n 
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CATEGORIES:Mural Walk,Signature Events
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