Edinburgh International Mural Festival (EIMF) will make its debut at The Paper Factory this June, in collaboration with Hidden Door.
EIMF is set to revolutionise the city’s public spaces, harnessing the power of street art to inspire, connect, and transform communities. The organisations bold mission is to turn Edinburgh into a global hub for street art, driving urban renewal, sparking vital conversations, and boosting the city’s international reputation.
EIMF brings together local and international artists to create vibrant, community-driven murals that reflect the unique identity of each neighbourhood. These large-scale artworks don’t just beautify the city—they foster pride, stimulate economic growth, and revitalise local businesses.
Committed to inclusivity, EIMF ensures all projects are accessible to people of all abilities, backgrounds, and experiences. By breaking down barriers and challenging preconceptions, the festival empowers everyone to be an artist and a storyteller.
EIMF is more than art on walls – it’s a platform for social commentary, environmental responsibility and sustainable urban development.
EIMF founder and director Ross Blair tells us: “We are super excited to be able to launch EIMF alongside our friends at Hidden Door.
“Hidden Door have been at the grass roots of the arts in Edinburgh for over a decade, establishing meaningful creative networks across the sector. We Hope EIMF can establish itself with the Edinburgh festival landscape over coming years.
“Edinburgh International Mural Festival is not just a festival, it’s a year-round programme on a mission to elevate muralism and street art culture. Offering a platform for artists to showcase their talents and inspire the next generation of muralists.
“Join us in celebrating a bold new chapter for mural art in Scotland.”
For more information, partnership opportunities, or to get involved, visit the website at www.eimf.co.uk or contact the EIMF team on info@eimf.co.uk.
More about EIMF
Edinburgh International Mural Festival will launch in June 2025.
The organisation, established by local Edinburgh artist Ross Blair, has been set up as a transformative cultural initiative dedicated to revitalising local urban spaces through high-quality public street art.
The project hopes to engage with local communities and international artists to create meaningful works, on-going engagement and long-term positive impact.
The Paper Factory is located at 1 Turnhouse Road, Edinburgh EH12 8NP
Hidden Door 2025 will take place from Wednesday 11th – Sunday 15th June 2025.
Tickets are now available at hiddendoorarts.org/tickets
