-> MATI’s outdoor community block party - connecting our five main stages down Washington Ave - will be FREE and bigger than ever in 2026!
MATI is activating
@grandcenterartsdistrict with live music (including
@djspinderella and
@natashadiggs ), a theater and dance stage, a roller skating rink, pop-up fashion shows by
@gent.stl , circus performances by
@circusharmony , immersive art exhibits,
@wallsoffwashington murals, family friendly activities, local vendors, tastes of St. Louis’ favorite dishes and incentives to visit Midtown’s many bars, restaurants and retailers.
In partnership with
@frizzfest - Frizzy By Nature’s Blooming Business Market will line Washington Avenue with local small businesses and artisans, featuring small home goods, handcrafted jewelry, stunning art, unique fashion, haircare items, beauty essentials, wellness products, community resources, delicious food, and so much more. 🛍️ If you’re a creator, vendor applications are open until May 17 at MATIstl.org/vendors 💻
The Washington Ave roller skating rink will feature some of St. Louis’ best DJs, curated by
@theoriginalgwiz , spinning records as attendees spin wheels 🛼
🎤 Block party artists: DJ Spinderella (Salt-N-Pepa); Natasha Diggs;
@nightchaserofficial presents Le Frique Cirque with The House of Tucci,
@itsqueenicesis , Jojo, Mark Lewis and a menagerie of acts;
@kendrick.smith.750 ;
@pernikoffbrothers ;
@paintlouisofficial presents R.O.T.N.;
@manos_panamerica @drphilgoodmusic @realdjkut @ladyjock73 @djbounce314 @djnastynino @soopaman23_ , DJ Tone; DJ Soundz; and DJ Sha’vierre
MATI community partners:
@brotherslazaroff @latinxartsstl @deluxmagazine @paintlouisofficial @stlfilmfest @963rnb @free4allstl @rcoutdoorsstl @wallsoffwashington @metroplays @camstl @bbbsemo @wsie887thesound @therootsfm @crstl.fm Poetry In Motion and more.
The free community block party runs Friday and Saturday (July 17-18) of MATI weekend from 5-11 p.m. A MATI pass is not required.
MATI weekend and single day passholders will also be able to enjoy the block party as they transit between main stage acts 🎫 MATIstl.org
