Ilford’s First-Ever Mural Art Festival – A Celebration of Colour & Culture!

Countdown to 100 Years of Ilford – Celebrating on 26th January 2026! 🎉

Ilford is set to burst into colour this summer with the launch of its first-ever Mural Art Festival – inColour, a spectacular two-day event taking place on 16th and 17th August 2025. This festival is part of the countdown to Ilford’s 100-year anniversary on 26th January 2026, bringing together artists, performers, and the local community in a vibrant celebration of art, culture, and creativity.

Taking place across four key locations—Cranbrook Road (Exchange Ilford Entrance), Station Road (Bodgers Building), High Road (Redbridge Town Hall), and SPACE Ilford (Clements Road Entrance)—the festival will feature 12 artists creating large-scale murals live from 12 PM to 5 PM.

📢 CALL FOR ARTISTS – SHOWCASE YOUR WORK FOR FREE!
Ilford inColour invites muralists, street artists, and visual creatives to apply for one of 12 free mural spaces. Application link https://form.jotform.com/25071...

Apply Now:
📩 Submit a 25-second video showcasing your work & 3 images to cyril@ilfordbid.com.
📅 Applications open: 2nd June – 21st July 2025

📅 Event Date: 16th August & 17th August 2025

📅 Time: 12 pm to 5 pm

🌟 Join Us for a Weekend of Creativity! 🌟
Alongside live mural painting, visitors can enjoy:
🎭 Face Painting & Interactive Art
🎡 Fair Rides & Family Attractions
🎶 Music & DJ Performances
🏌️‍♂️ Crazy Golf Experience
🛍️ Market Stalls & Local Vendors
🤼 Live Wrestling Shows

Be part of history as we countdown to Ilford’s 100th anniversary on 26th January 2026!