Los Angeles—Los Angeles City Councilwoman Nury Martinez announced the first-ever Van Nuys Arts Festival to be held September 29^th at the Van Nuys Civic Center.  This festival will showcase local artists, activate the civic center, and provide an opportunity for family fun right in the heart of Van Nuys. Councilwoman Martinez also announced the selection of the festival producer, Champion City.

 

“We have so many talented people in the Valley,” said Councilwoman Martinez.  “I’m excited to bring people together to showcase the incredible talents and skills of our local artists. Champion City shares this vision and they’re the right people to be producing our first-ever Van Nuys Arts Festival.”

 

Champion City approached the Van Nuys Arts Festival with the vision to highlight the San Fernando Valley’s exciting music and arts scene, and bring recognition to the cultural-rich history of the city. This festival is a new platform that showcases talent and arts organizations that are shaping the Valley’s culture.

 

“This festival represents an opportunity to celebrate a creative community and spotlight its talent, which is at the core of Champion City’s mission,” says Eddie Cota, Founder of Champion City.

The programming will include live musical performances, an art book fair, a vinyl pop-up store, live mural paintings, a museum pop-up with artifacts of the San Fernando Valley, a classic car show as a nod to the historic Van Nuys Blvd. scene, a silent disco DJ set, family activities, food trucks and more. They are developing an experience that brings a new sense of celebration, pride and excitement to the community. The festival will be funded through the Private Arts Development Fee Program (ADF) administered by the Department of Cultural Affairs.