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Live Mural by Johnny Morales

Live Art at La Fiesta de Glendale

Live Mural by Local Artist Johnny Morales Brings Color and Culture to Downtown Glendale


As part of our National Hispanic Heritage Month Block Party celebration, Downtown Glendale will transform into a living, breathing work of art — quite literally! Local muralist Johnny Morales, a beloved creative force in our community, will be painting a live mural during the event on Saturday, October 11, from noon to 6 p.m.


Johnny Morales is well known throughout Glendale, the West Valley and beyond for his stunning large-scale murals that bring stories, color, and heart to our city. His work can be found on the walls of schools, businesses, and homes, where each piece celebrates the people, culture, and spirit of the neighborhood it lives in.


During the block party, guests will get the rare opportunity to watch Johnny in action as he transforms a blank canvas into a vibrant mural right in the heart of Downtown Glendale. His live painting will capture the energy of the day — filled with music, community, and cultural pride — making it an unforgettable experience for all who attend.


“Art has the power to connect people,” Johnny says. “When I paint, I think about how colors and images can tell a story that belongs to everyone who walks by. This mural will celebrate Glendale’s diversity and the strength of our community.”


Stop by between 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. to see the mural take shape, meet the artist, and snap a photo as part of this creative moment in Glendale’s story.


✨ Don’t miss this one-day-only experience!

📅 Saturday, October 11, 2025

🕛 Noon – 6:00 PM

📍 Downtown Glendale, AZ



See Johnny October 11th Downtown Glendale, AZ

See more of Johnny's art on Instagram

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Meet the artists & Performers

Cuco Esperansa

Joselyn De La Torre

Cuco Esperansa

Cuco Esperansa will be performing our opening ceremony from noon to 12:15 calling to the four winds to start the day.  Cuco will also be teaching a "Learn to Read and Understand the Aztec / Mayan Calendars" class at Tangled Root Botanicals | Casa Medicina at 12:30pm, 2:30 pm & 4:30pm  

Johnny Morales

Joselyn De La Torre

Cuco Esperansa

Johnny Morales is a local Glendale artist who has painted some of your favorite murals around the city.   Johnny will be live painting a mural at La fiesta de Glendale on October 11th from 12-6pm


Photo Credit: @johnny_the_murales

Joselyn De La Torre

Joselyn De La Torre

Kathy Cano-Murillo- The CraftyChica®

Joselyn De La Torre will be the guest artist for La Fiesta de Glendale at Drawn to Comics .   Meet more artists at various locations in Downtown Glendale throughout the day.


Photo Credit: Jocelyn De La Torre

Kathy Cano-Murillo, The CraftyChica

Kathy Cano-Murillo- The CraftyChica®

Kathy Cano-Murillo- The CraftyChica®

Kathy Cano-Murillo- The CraftyChica®

Kathy Cano-Murillo is the Crafty Chica,  a hyper-creative artist, author of 12 books, and founder of the award-winning brand CraftyChica®.

She shares Mexi-style crafts, recipes, & lifestyle content. Kathy's goal is to spread positivity through creativity via her art, storytelling, classes, and books!

Photo Credit: www.kathycanomurillo.com

Pablo Damas

Kathy Cano-Murillo- The CraftyChica®

Pablo Damas

 Pablo Damas is a professional artist with past exhibitions at the Museum of Latin American Art, California State University and galleries.  He's taught children at various schools and his preferred media is acrylic paint, graphite and charcoal.


Pablo will be doing live art at Status 24 from 1-5pm & has also donated a piece to be raffled a

 Pablo Damas is a professional artist with past exhibitions at the Museum of Latin American Art, California State University and galleries.  He's taught children at various schools and his preferred media is acrylic paint, graphite and charcoal.


Pablo will be doing live art at Status 24 from 1-5pm & has also donated a piece to be raffled at La Fiesta de Glendale on October 11th.  You can enter the raffle at Status 24.


See one of Pablo's murals on the east facing wall at Drawn To Comics on 58th Ave & Glendale Ave. 


Photo Credit: @sicktodone

Musical Guests

Orgullo Boricua

Orgullo Boricua is a traditional Puerto Rican Folkloric dance group based in Phoenix,  AZ, featuring Bomba & Plena See them perform from 4:30-4:50 on the South Block between Glendale Ave & Glenn Ave.

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Powerdrive Band

The Powerdrive Band brings the party to life with their wide range of musical selections to get you on your feet!  Catch them from 3:30-5:30 on the South Block between Glendale Ave and Glenn Ave.

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Mariachi Pasion

Mariachi Pasion

Mariachi Pasion

Special performance by the Valley's premier all-female mariachi band from 3-4pm on the North Block between Glenn & Palmaire. Formed in 2002 and named as 2013's  Best Mariachi by the Phoenix New Times, this talented group is known  for their chemistry and passion for mariachi music. They have performed  for prestigious clients such as the 

Special performance by the Valley's premier all-female mariachi band from 3-4pm on the North Block between Glenn & Palmaire. Formed in 2002 and named as 2013's  Best Mariachi by the Phoenix New Times, this talented group is known  for their chemistry and passion for mariachi music. They have performed  for prestigious clients such as the former President of Mexico, Vicente  Fox, and at events like the Desert Botanical Gardens Noches de Las  Luminarias. Don't miss the chance to experience their vibrant  performance!

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DJ Krush

Mariachi Pasion

Mariachi Pasion

DJ Krush will be mixing all your favorite Latin, Old School and Party Classics. from Noon-4pm on the North Block between Glenn & Palmaire

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