The Virginia Street Arts Festival 2026 is set to paint the town (literally) on May 16-17. We’re welcoming back festival favorites Humble, Jesse Jentzen, and Andrew Davis to create four brand-new murals in downtown Waynesboro. Plus, we’re excited to welcome ROSHI K and Jon Murrill to the festival! More colorful details are coming soon!
Here are the locations of the new murals:
The Augusta Cleaners building, 534 W Main Street, “Birdwatching” by Jon Murrill
Initial Inspiration, 412 W Main Street and 414 W Main Street, “Velvet Grove” by Jesse Jentzen
The Russell Museum, 518 W Main Street, “Long Light – Black Bear” by Humble
Alley beside Under the Roof, 400 W Main Street, “Arcadia” by Andrew Davis
Rosenwald School/Waynesboro Parks and Recreation, 413 Port Republic Road, “A Stitch, A Rhythm” by ROSHI K
307 W Main Street facing Arch Avenue, “Golden Hour” by Jesse Jentzen with collaboration by ROSHI K, Humble, and Andrew Davis
There will also be so much to do!
Here’s what’s happening:
Live mural painting! We’re adding six new murals to Downtown Waynesboro! Keep an eye out for where they’re going and what they’re going to be!
🖌️Live Mural Experience with Jon Murrill! From the artist: I am so pleased to partner with the Virginia Street Art Festival this May by bringing a large scale mural to life in downtown Waynesboro….and I’d like to share the process with you! During this experience we will chat all things public art including spray cans, techniques, stories and more. In our groups you will also have the chance to paint a part of the actual mural as we build towards the final product.
You may ask…do I need to be an artist to participate? The answer is no, I guarantee that all skill levels can participate. All materials will be provided, just bring a form of hydration and some clothes you don’t mind getting a little paint on. This is meant to be a fun and stress free experience so come ready to participate and learn a bit along the way.
The mural site will be located at Augusta Cleaners, 534 W Main Street. Just look for the guy covered in paint! There is a great deal of interest in these paint experiences, so I ask that you only sign up for one slot per person at this time to allow as many people to participate as possible. Each session is capped at 10 volunteers to keep a manageable working space and get the most out of the experience. This is first come first serve so the sooner you and your group sign up the better. Each mural experience will last approximately one hour. If you have any questions feel free to email me through this website….See you at the mural! Sign up for you experience here.
Live music all weekend! We’re partnering with the Hot Spot Collective this year to bring you live music and family friendly programming all weekend long. See the lineup below!
Artisan Market with Shenandoah Valley Art Center! Think of it as a mini Fall Foliage Art Show so you can get your art fix before fall! Interested in being an artist at the market? Visit svacart.com to apply.
Mobile Museum Experiences! We’ll be hosting the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, the VA250 Mobile Museum celebrating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, the Virginia Museum of Natural History, the Library of Virginia, and the Office on Youth’s Community in Motion bus.
Guided Street Arts Tours! The Waynesboro Public Library will be hosting guided street art tours on Saturday, May 16. Register for the 10:00 am or 12:00 pm tour, spots fill up fast!
Rosenwald and Port Republic Road Historical District Open House Block Party with Waynesboro Parks and Recreation!
Community Art Projects! Make your own art! The Waynesboro Rotary Club, Waynesboro Parks and Recreation, Destination Downtown Waynesboro, and MORE will be offering community art projects for no cost/donations!
👕 Decorate your own t-shirt! This fundraiser to help support the Virginia Street Arts Festival and sponsored by Initial Inspiration, is a pay-what-you-will with a suggested donation of $10 that includes a Virginia Street Arts Festival T-shirt and all the supplies you need to make your own awesome memory!
🎆Vision Art Explosion! Main Street United Methodist will be hosting a full weekend of art fun including a giant bubble station, creating your own story and illustrations, thumbprint art, home made greeting cards, rock painting, a stained glass window tour and more!
Stay tuned as we add more programming! It’s going to be a great weekend!
Interested in being a part of the Virginia Street Arts Festival? Sign up to be a volunteer and score a free festival T-shirt here.
Live Music and Entertainment Lineup at the Hot Spot Stage
Virginia Street Arts Festival is proud to partner with Hot Spot Collective to bring you a weekend of Live Music and Entertainment!
Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 11am – 6pm
LIVE MUSIC
12-1:30 pm: The Hot Mamas
2-3:30 pm: XOAP
4-6:00 pm: Cripple Creek
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT
1-5:00 pm: Silly Shotz Photo Booth
12-5:00 pm: Jamie Paints (face paint, glitter tattoos, and pixie hair)
12-5:00 pm: Hey Ho Let’s Grow! Activities for Kids
Sunday, May 17, 2026 | 11am – 4pm
LIVE MUSIC
11-12:00 pm: Magic Show by Tobini!
12-1:30 pm: Don’t Look Up! Blues Band
2-4:00 pm: Josh Mayo & the House Sauce
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT
1-4:00 pm: Silly Shotz Photo Booth
12-4:00 pm: Jamie Paints (face paint, glitter tattoos, and pixie hair)
12-4:00 pm: Hey Ho Let’s Grow! Activities for Kids
Check out the murals that were created last year and some of the highlights of the festival!
Photos by Kim Frost
A special thank you to our sponsors for making the Virginia Street Arts Festival possible!
Interested in sponsoring? Email Meghan Murphy at MurphyME@ci.waynesboro.va.us for more information!
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