From April 11 to 13, Benalla will host its annual celebration of creativity, community and culture: the Benalla Street Art Festival.
A highlight in the cultural calendar in regional Victoria and for art enthusiasts nationwide, the dynamic three-day festival will transform the city’s buildings and laneways into vibrant, contemporary public murals.
The Benalla Street Art Festival, presented by Benalla Rural City Council with support from Visit Victoria, will again be curated by Eddie Zammit.
Benall Rural City Mayor Bernie Hearn said the 2025 festival had a fresh new vision celebrating the pulse and vibrancy of street art culture.
“We are delighted to welcome the return of the Benalla Street Art Festival for 2025,” Cr Hearn said.
“This event makes high-quality art accessible to everyone. Since hosting the first event in 2015, we now have one of the largest open-air art galleries, free for everyone to enjoy.
“The festival will enhance Benalla Rural City’s aesthetic, elevate our reputation as a hub for culture and creativity, and inject moments of interest and curiosity into everyday life — as all good street art should.
“The festival also gives a great economic boost to our city thanks to the thousands of visitors it attracts from all over the country. We are looking forward to its return, and adding to our impressive outdoor art collection.“
With more than 85 large-scale murals already on display in Benalla and surrounding towns, the festival will add 10 new murals this year, offering visitors even more art to discover.
Heading up the festival is Mr Zammit, who brings more than 25 years of experience delivering large-scale creative projects.
“It’s great to be back in Benalla to lead the 2025 Street Art Festival,” Eddie said.
“I’m passionate about transforming spaces with innovative art installations — on walls of all shapes and sizes.”
Mr Zammit is keen to celebrate local stories and diversity through art, making this year’s festival a vibrant and meaningful experience.
Expressions of interest are also now open to host a fringe event as part of the 2025 Benalla Street Art Festival.
For more information, visit benallastreetartfestival.com.au or search Benalla Street Art Festival on social media.
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