Murals + Music
May 4 in Columbus
NOON to 10PM
Alley Islands is a community street festival organized by Blockfort Gallery and Studios. Located in the Discovery District of Downtown Columbus, the festival seeks to welcome people of all ages for a day of music, food, art and fun. Two stages, surrounded by a multitude of new murals, with over 20 performers, ranging from live music, to poetry, comedy, and storytelling span the day. Artists, crafters, and small business artisans line the streets, capped by food trucks and local breweries. Inside, guests are welcome to visit the three gallery spaces and a variety of artist studios. The whole day is sprinkled with street performers, magicians, circus performances, and visual experiences.
Presented in partnership with the Discovery District Civic Association.
Alley Islands takes place just steps away from Columbus Museum of Art, Columbus College of Art & Design, Columbus Metropolitan Library, the Hills Market Downtown and several other cultural and commercial establishments. Alley Islands aims to bring new energy and attention to the Discovery District neighborhood.
Lafayette Alley Project
Alley Islands has grown each year over the past 6 years. The murals that started at the festival have now grown into a full blown mural district plan.
The Lafayette Mural Alley Project is a plan to create murals on all of the buildings between Grant and 4th St. along Lafayette Alley. This plan is being managed by Blockfort in partnership with building owners.
Over 20 permanent murals, along with the rotating murals that happen at Alley Islands, will be created as part of the project.
Blockfort Gallery
and the Discovery District
BLOCKFORT IS A GALLERY AND STUDIO SPACE LOCATED IN THE DISCOVERY DISTRICT.
The building, a former auto parts store, now provides work space to over 25 artists and entrepreneurs. The painters, sculptors, printmakers, designers, performers, organizers, and makers comprise some of Columbus' best creative individuals. Together they work to cross-disciplines and form new connections, with an emphasis on quality.
Located in the heart of the Discovery District, Blockfort is just steps away from Columbus Museum of Art, Columbus College of Art & Design, Columbus Metropolitan Library, the Hills Market Downtown and several other cultural and commercial establishments.
Established in 2016, Blockfort aims to be an active creative hub, a resource for artists & entrepreneurs, and a destination bringing energy to the neighborhood.
Be a Sponsor
Do you or your business want to support this community festival?
We would love to have you as a sponsor. Check out this chart and email us to let us know at which level you might like to support.
