This festival gathers world-renowned muralists for a weekend of live painting in a spectacular setting where the city meets the Salish Sea. Artists have three days to complete 8’x8′ portable walls in a friendly competition. The event includes demos, music, workshops, and a collaborative installation by the Indigeversal Collective, featuring First Nation artists from across North America. Attendees vote for their favorites, and winners receive contracts for large-scale permanent murals in Bellingham.

Dates: August 14-16, 2026

Location: Bellingham Waterfront, 1200 Bay Street, Bellingham, WA 98225

Website: Noisy Waters Mural Festival