Long Beach Walls

Organized by Creative Class Collective, Long Beach Walls invites the public to explore the city through the lens of public art. Its 2025 theme is “Art: A Catalyst for Change” and will feature 12 artists creating brand-new works, community mural projects involving youth, and public programming that blends art with local culture, history, and dialogue.

“Long Beach Walls has become a cornerstone of our city’s cultural identity,” said Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson. “For ten years, it has brought together artists and residents to create something lasting. These murals reflect our values, our diversity, and our vision for the future. This festival enhances the beauty of our neighborhoods, strengthens our civic pride, supports our creative economy, and puts Long Beach on the map as a leading arts and culture destination both in California and beyond.”

The 2025 artist lineup is a mix of renowned and emerging artists, both local and international talents, each bringing a unique style and story to the city’s walls. Highlights include Brian Peterson, who has created several of the best known Kobe Bryant murals, who will paint the tallest mural in Long Beach Walls history–86 feet high on the Marriott Long Beach Downtown building (111 E Ocean Blvd). Dozens of elementary students will team with artist and storybook author Brady Smith to paint a mural at Lowell Elementary, connecting his vibrant aesthetic with youth expression. Angie Crabtree, known for her monumental yet detail-rich works of precious gemstones, will lead a youth-focused mural at Renaissance High School as well as debut her solo show, “Garden of Eve,” at the Long Beach Museum of Art.