A mural festival is coming to Fernwood this weekend

A new mural festival will be taking place this Saturday in Fernwood.

Organized by Fernwood NRG and FernFest, the new Fernwood Mural ­Festival will be a celebration of art in the neighbourhood.

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Visitors will be able to explore the streets on a self-guided tour. You’ll see murals, some artists painting live, and you may even be able to help paint a mural or two.

Large scale murals are being created to transform the public space in the community ahead of the event.

Over 10 murals are being organized ­throughout Fernwood, North Park, Oaklands, and South ­Jubilee.

“We believe public art creates a tangible sense of place and identity while adding life and character to public space and ­creating a visual legacy. Murals bring artistic richness to our streets,” said Fernwood NRG.

“We’ve adapted and—instead of our ­traditional FernFest—we’re bringing you this shared celebration of art and ­community!”