The South Salt Lake Mural Fest has expanded the city's collection of street art to 90 total installations as of 2026. Among the international artists participating in the 2026 event was Katie Green, who was listed as a muralist for the festival according to an undated website for South Salt Lake Mural Fest.
Green, who is identified as being from Canada, was part of a diverse group of local, national, and international muralists contributing to the city's open-air gallery. The 2026 festival, which took place on May 9, featured 11 new murals added to the city's walls. According to an undated article from the South Salt Lake Journal, the festival's growth has helped the city gain recognition within the international art community. Ben Keller, the South Salt Lake Public Outreach Coordinator, stated in that undated article that the event has been ongoing for nine years and has put the small city on the map.
While the festival attracts many artists, the 2026 iteration was noted for its significant scale. The event included 89 murals at the conclusion of the festivities, moving the city closer to its original goal of reaching 100 murals. The Mural Fest is located within the South Salt Lake Creative Industries Zone. According to an undated source from sslarts.org, the festival incorporates messages of unity, inspiration, diversity, and community.
Residents interact with the growing collection of public art by walking or biking through the open-air gallery. An interactive mural map is available at TheMuralFest.com to help guests view the art and visit with the muralists. The 2026 festival also included various community elements, such as a beer garden at the event headquarters located at 151 W. Commonwealth Ave., as well as street buskers, musicians, food, and drinks.
The city remains home to one of the largest collections of street art in Utah. The Mural Fest organizers have indicated that the 10th anniversary of the event will be a monumental occasion as the city works toward its ambitious founding goal of 10 murals per year to reach 100 total installations. The 2026 Mural Fest was described as a success, with the community providing unmatched energy for the 9th annual celebration. The city continues to encourage residents to discover the art by grabbing walking shoes or a bike to explore the various murals throughout the area.
What this means for South Salt Lake
The inclusion of international artists like Katie Green in the Mural Fest highlights the growing international reputation of the South Salt Lake Creative Industries Zone. As the city approaches its goal of 100 murals, the increasing diversity of the open-air gallery provides more opportunities for residents to engage with global art through walking or biking tours.
