off the wall | Artist Dominic Chambers has created a new mural exploring the legacy of the Underground Railroad and its significance in the St. Louis region. The new public artwork is located on the Walls Off Washington at Saint Louis University’s Searls Hall. It was created in collaboration with the university, the Kranzberg Arts Foundation and the St. Louis Literary Award program.
join the fiesta
The Delmar Loop is bringing back its Taco Crawl for Cinco de Mayo. For $35, attendees will receive five taco tickets and one margarita ticket, redeemable at participating restaurants. The taco crawl offers a diverse culinary experience, including traditional Mexican flavors and innovative fusion tacos. Guests are invited to conclude the evening with an after-party at Moonrise Hotel.
Calling all artists!
It’s not too late to participate in Prism Theatre Company’s “Festival of New Works Spotlight On…HOPE.” The theatrical company is looking for submissions related to the theme of hope from local playwrights and visual and fine artists. Submissions are open through June 1. To turn in a work or for questions, email prismtheatrecompany@gmail.com.
The Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis (CAM) and the Gateway Foundation are looking for artists for the Great Rivers Biennial 2026. This initiative supports emerging and mid-career artists in the region. Artists chosen will receive an honorarium of $25,000, an exhibition on view at CAM and recognition from esteemed jurors. Applications are due June 1. For more information on eligibility and how to apply, visit camstl.org/grb.
Music lovers, mark your calendars! The Missouri Botanical Garden has announced the lineup for this year’s Whitaker Music Festival. The 10-week lineup of free Wednesday evening concerts showcases St. Louis’ rich and diverse music scene. Free admission entry begins at 5 p.m., and live music will begin at 7 p.m. For more information, please visit mobot.org/whitaker.
5/ 28
Vince Martin Band
6/4
Manos PanAmerica
6/11
5 Star Roscoe
6/18
Steve Ewing Band
6/25
Funky Butts Brass Band
6/2
Saint Chuck
7/9
Jig Jam
7/16
Dawn Weber & Good Company
7/23
Tele-Starr
7/30
Karla Harris Quintet
Celebrate the cultural heritage of Greece, the Balkans and the Mediterranean with classical guitarist Mak Grgic and violinist Curtis Stewart. Presented by St. Louis Classical Guitar, the duo will perform at 7:30pm on May 3 at the 560 Music Center’s Pillsbury Theatre. A public master class with Grgic and Stewert will take place May 4 at Salem United Methodist Church. For tickets and more information, visit stlclassicalguitar.org.
