M2R TrailFest 2022
— May 7, 2022 —
Be a part of the art!
M2R TrailFest is a public arts festival featuring the debut of numerous art installations in Downtown Marietta along portions of the Mountain to River Trail and in public parks. From large scale murals to Art Drops, the arts come alive throughout the entire day of the festival. With dance, singing, music, interactive art and so much more for all ages, this event is the celebration of the year for our #mariettaARTscene.
MURAL PROGRAM
Explore the beautiful murals that are on display in the Downtown Marietta area! We are thrilled to be debuting a new work this year by Atlanta-based artist, Nicole Kang. Be sure to attend Meet and Greets with artists Nicole Kang and Angela Faustina (see full schedule here).
m2r fence gallery
A mile-long juried exhibit featuring more than 125 original fine art and photography works, as well as a student section. Exhibit runs through July 9, 2022 before embarking upon a year-round, countywide tour. Learn more at M2RFence.com.
Sculpture Tour
This year’s sculpture tour consists of four original works, proudly on display for six months. We invite you to visit each work and learn more about the talented artists, their craft, and their inspiration. Click here to learn more.
spectrum
This suspended installation at the Brumby Pedestrian Bridge pays homage to the fabric of our community and celebrates the diversity of its people through vibrant colors. This installation will be on display throughout May, 2022.
PERFORMANCES
Musicians, dancers, aerialists, and more! The day will be filled with performances stretching from Lewis Park through Atherton Square. Click here to view the full schedule!
IMAGINATION STATION
Located trailside at First Presbyterian
Day-long activities for kids of all ages!
Make & Take Crafts • Performances by Bach to Rock • Kids Improv Stage • “I Am” with Spoken Word Artist Justin Patton • Kids Art Zone
2 years later
Part of the M2R Fence Gallery, this auditory time capsule and companion portraiture series by photographer Justin Hadley explores what life is like for Cobb residents two years after March 2020. Hear the stories and share your own at CobbStories.com.
ART DROP
Follow @aliyailsa for clues to 25 pieces of art along the trail! These pieces, designed and created exclusively for M2R TrailFest, are Finders Keepers! Come out to experience the art, and take home your very own piece of art if you’re lucky!
SPONSORS + PARTNERS
FRIENDS AND SUPPORTERS
Trevor Beemon • Jennifer Boykin • Rich Buss • Steve Byrne • Katy Ruth Camp • Colt Chambers • Jacob Deaton • Lars Finderup • Andy Gaines • Jan Galt • Jim Gilbert, Jr. • Philip Goldstein • Justin Hadley • Michele and Cade Howard • Vanita Keswani Donna Krueger • Katelyn Ledford • Krista Moase • Martie Moore • Maggi Moss • Stokes O’Shields • Bonnie Buckner Reavis • Marc Simmons • Abby Smith • Courtney Spiess • Ginny Steinhauer • Holly Tuchman • Rose Wing
Special thanks to the entire staff of the City of Marietta and the Marietta Visitors Bureau
The Mountain to River Trail
More than 15 years in the making, the Mountain to River trail stretches from Kennesaw Mountain, continues along the Marietta Square, and ends at the City limits on Atlanta Street. It serves as the backbone for future growth of Marietta's planned trail system which will connect residents, pedestrians, and cyclists from across the City of Marietta. Even better, the Mountain to River Trail will connect separated trail systems from across Cobb County.
