Did you say let's go for a walk on a summer night? We don't know about you, but we couldn't resist such an offer, especially if you are telling us stories about the streets we usually wander.
We joined the guided Foundations VMF Mural Tours of the Vancouver Mural Festival. This is the 6th year of the festival and it’s loaded with new murals and activities, from August 4th to the 22nd.
You can cycle to Mount Pleasant and use The Bike Valet on weekends and holidays, Aug. 7 – Sept. 6, while you enjoy the walk along the alleys and lanes.
We did a 2 km route in one hour and a half, but in the VMF app, you can find all the murals, descriptions, and locations on an interactive map...and stay walking all day long!
These murals have been created for the community to enjoy. The organization believes in the beautification and engagement component of the public space...because a white wall can be quite boring. These artists create pieces that spark conversations and invite the viewers to reflect on the concerns and situations that we live in these days.
The festival is a training opportunity for first-time muralists and exposure for other renamed ones.
Check the video to get inspired, but we recommend you to put on your walking shoes and go out to explore!
Happy Walking!
This blog post is written by BEST’s Isabel Garcia. #walkability
