GET UP FEST NZ
Street Art Festival 2-9 March 2026
Street Art Festival 2-9 March 2026
Advancing education through street art and creative learning
A core part of GET UP FEST's charitable mission is to advance education and promote arts by providing free and low-cost art education opportunities. We believe everyone should have access to quality art instruction, regardless of age, background, or financial circumstances.
Our comprehensive education program includes workshops for the public, specialized school programs, and professional development opportunities for aspiring artists. All programs are taught by experienced street artists who share their skills, techniques, and passion for creative expression.
GET UP FEST partners with local schools to deliver curriculum-aligned art education programs. Our school offerings include:
During GET UP FEST week, we offer a variety of hands-on workshops for community members of all ages and skill levels. Most workshops are free, with some advanced sessions requiring a small materials fee.
Learn the fundamentals of spray paint control, from basic lines to fading, shading, and color blending. This beginner-friendly workshop covers safety, can control, and essential techniques used by professional muralists.
Duration: 3 hours
Cost: Free (materials provided)
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Discover the art of stencil creation and layering. Learn how to design, cut, and use stencils to create detailed multi-layer artworks. Take home your own custom stencils and finished pieces.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Cost: Free (materials provided)
Skill Level: All levels
Create your own street art character from concept to completion. Learn about character development, expression, style, and how to translate sketches into large-scale aerosol art.
Duration: 4 hours
Cost: $10 (materials fee)
Skill Level: Intermediate
Learn the process of planning and executing a mural from start to finish. Topics include concept development, surface preparation, scaling designs, and project management for large-scale works.
Duration: 3 hours
Cost: Free
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced
A family-friendly introduction to street art for children aged 8-14. Kids learn basic techniques in a safe, supervised environment and create their own take-home artworks using non-toxic materials.
Duration: 2 hours
Cost: Free
Skill Level: Children (8-14 years)
For experienced artists ready to take their skills further. Explore complex layering techniques, photorealistic rendering, and advanced color theory as applied to large-scale aerosol art.
Duration: 5 hours
Cost: $15 (materials fee)
Skill Level: Advanced
One of the festival's highlights is our community mural projects where the public can contribute to a collaborative artwork under the guidance of professional artists.
No experience necessary! Artists guide participants through the process, and everyone gets to add their personal touch to a permanent community mural. It's a powerful way to connect with neighbors while creating lasting public art.
These inclusive projects embody our mission to connect communities through interactive experiences with street art.
Registration for Festival 2026 workshops will open in February 2026. Spaces are limited and fill quickly, especially for free workshops. Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when registration opens!
Some workshops may be available for walk-in registration during the festival, but we recommend pre-booking to guarantee your spot.
Get Workshop NotificationsGET UP FEST supports emerging and established artists through professional development opportunities:
Aspiring muralists can apply for mentorship with experienced festival artists. Work alongside professionals, learn advanced techniques, and gain insights into building a career in street art.
Workshops on the business side of being a professional artist, including pricing work, finding commissions, contracts, marketing, and building a sustainable art practice.
Your donations enable us to keep workshops free or low-cost, provide materials for students, and expand our education programs to reach more people. Help us make art education accessible to everyone in our community.
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