Action Art Fest Returns to Napa's Rail Arts District |
Saturday, August 29, brings live murals, music, and a full day of free art on Action Avenue |
Rail Arts District (RAD) Napa is bringing back Action Art Fest for its second year, and this year it's bigger.
The festival runs Saturday, August 29, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. along Action Avenue, which transforms for the day into an open-air celebration of public art, food, and music. Last year's inaugural event drew more than 500 people. This year adds even more art, interactive experiences, and food and drink options.
Expect live mural painting and demonstrations from featured artists, plus hands-on community art-making with Nimbus Arts. Typewriter poets will be on hand for anyone who wants a custom poem on the spot. There's also an instrument workshop from Festival Napa Valley, live music throughout the day, and family-friendly activities built in for kids.
Food and drink comes from a lineup of Napa favorites, including Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, St. Clair Brown Winery & Brewery, Tannery Bend Beerworks, Cluck Me Chicken, Kara's Cupcakes, Sushi Monkey, Lencho's Taco Truck, and R.A.M. Provisions, with more local partners still being added.
Admission is free. The festival is part of RAD Napa's broader mission of turning underused spaces into public art destinations, funded in part through the meals, purchases, and donations made at events like this one.
Action Avenue is located at 3299 Claremont Way in Napa. |
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Turning underused spaces into art destinations is such a smart idea. Love what RAD is doing.
Hope the organizers keep it family-friendly with the drinks and music.
Wonder if Kara’s Cupcakes will bring any new flavors this time. Their chocolate is unbeatable.
I live close by so I’ll stroll over. Looking forward to the art and music vibe.
I wish they had included some info on wheelchair accessibility. Hope it’s easy for everyone to get around.
Action Art Fest sounds like a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon. I’ll be there!
I hope they add some more vegetarian food options. Always tricky to find at these events.
Good to hear they’re funding these events through local purchases. Keeps the community thriving.
Oscar W.Absolutely, supporting local spots keeps everything lively. Plus you get to enjoy great food while you’re at it.
So glad admission is free. No excuse to miss this for locals!
More interactive experiences this year? Yes please! Makes the whole fest so much more engaging.
Free and open-air festivals like this really bring the neighborhood together, love it.
This is a cool community project. Hope it inspires other neighborhoods to do the same.
Never heard of R.A.M. Provisions before. Excited to try something new at the fest.
St. Clair Brown Brewery is a great addition. Good craft beer always helps an event!
Does anyone know if pets are allowed? I want to bring my dog but not sure about rules.
Glad there are activities for kids. It makes it easier for parents to enjoy without hassle.
It's so cool they have instrument workshops from Festival Napa Valley. Great chance to learn something new.
I missed last year but this time I’m going early to catch all the demo paintings.
Will there be shaded seating areas? Napa sun in August can be brutal.
This is gonna be my first time at RAD Napa. Looking forward to seeing what artists are showcased.
Neil C.You’ll love it! The artists are always so friendly and happy to chat about their work.
I hope the weather cooperates, last August was super hot. Would hate for the paint to dry too fast!
Erin P.True, the heat last August was brutal. Hopefully the festival sets up some shaded areas this time around.
Love the lineup of local food partners, shows real support for Napa businesses.
Why is sushi included in a street festival? Not sure how it will hold up outside but maybe they know what they’re doing.
I liked it last year but wish they upped the food truck count. Looks better this time.
Would like to see some local musicians featured more prominently this year. Live music’s a big draw.
I’m bringing the kids this year for sure. The family-friendly activities sound perfect.
I’m always amazed by the creativity at these events. Live art and workshops make a great combo.
Kids will love the art-making station with Nimbus Arts. Such a nice family-friendly event.
This event really shows how Napa is more than just wine. So pumped!
Do they allow dogs at the festival? Want to bring my pup along if I come.
That ninja arts typewriter poet idea is wild. Hope they share some of those poems online!
Last year’s murals were stunning. Can’t wait to see what the artists create this time!
I wonder if they’ll have any hands-on projects for adults who want to join in?
I love that this event supports the arts through purchases and donations. Makes spending feel more meaningful.
Anyone tried St. Clair Brown’s beers? Wondering if they’ll have new brews for the fest.
It’s great to see RAD Napa turning neglected spaces into something vibrant. More events like this please!
Rhea N.Agreed! It’s so nice to watch those empty spots turn into community hubs.
Was disappointed last year that the food line for Kara's Cupcakes was so long. Hopefully more vendors means shorter lines.
Action Avenue really turned around underused space. Imagine if more neighborhoods did this kind of stuff.
I’m curious how they’ll handle crowds since it doubled in size. Hope it doesn’t get too packed.
Great to see Nimbus Arts involved again. Their community projects are always inspiring and welcoming.
I’m definitely hitting up Tannery Bend Beerworks and St. Clair Brown this year. Local brews rock!
Typewriter poets on site? That sounds so unique! Can’t wait to get a custom poem done.
Hope they keep the event family-friendly. Last year was chaotic with all the kids running around but still fun.
I wish they had more music closer to the food stands. Last year I had to choose between food and music, not both.
Free admission? That’s awesome. Good way to get the whole community involved without breaking the bank.
I went last year and the live mural painting was amazing. Can’t wait to see the new artists this year!
Does anyone know if there will be parking nearby? Don’t want to get stuck walking too far with kids.
Love that they're bringing this back and making it bigger! Always great to see more local art and food in one place.
Definitely going for the live music and taco truck. Such a nice mix of things.
Hope there’s enough parking near Action Avenue. Last year was a bit hectic getting there.
I hope the weather holds up. Nothing kills a festival vibe like rain on the weekend.
Love that this event re-uses underwhelming spaces into something creative and alive.
Casa Mani Resort’s food is always amazing. Great to see local favorites supporting art!
Is the instrument workshop kid-friendly? Would like to bring my son along.
Last year was packed. Glad they’re adding more space and activities this time around!
I went last year and the typewriter poets were such a cool touch. Can’t wait for round two!
Camille R.The typewriter poets really add a unique vibe! Last year I got a poem that still hangs in my kitchen.
Free admission and live art? Sounds like a perfect way to spend a Saturday.
Josh K.Definitely! It’s such a chill event, good music and cool art with no pressure. See you there!
Love that they're bringing more food options this year. Last time, the taco truck was my favorite!
Food lineup is solid but I wish they would add some vegan options too.
Typewriter poets? That’s such a cool, old school touch for a modern fest.
Action Avenue sounds like the place to be. Hope they have enough parking though!
Nimbus Arts always brings something fun. Looking forward to the community art-making!
Curious if the live mural painting will be done by local artists or visiting pros?
Love that this is a free event and family friendly. Perfect way to spend a Saturday!