Vanka Block Party

This year’s Vanka Block Party promises an even bigger celebration of community, creativity, and connection, with a diverse array of interactive activities curated by Vanka Educators, community partners and collaborators. Rain or Shine! Indoors and Outdoors!

Step into the heart of the festivities and let your creativity soar as you make and play with Artspiration, LIGHT Education Initiative and Vanka educators in the art tent. Draw inspiration from underground culture as graffiti artists Max Gonzales and Shane Pilster demonstrate their craft, while DJ Sister Sludge gets you moving on our outdoor dance floor to a funk and disco set.

Get ready for a delectable spread of food and drinks from local Millvale favorites including Sprezzatura, Abeille Voyante Tea Co, and the Lemon Tree.

Explore the St. Nicholas Sanctuary and to immerse yourself in Jennifer Baron’s vintage record collection of traditional Croatian music, and Vanka’s mesmerizing masterpiece. Engaging docents will also be on hand to offer insights, answer questions, and spark discussions about Vanka’s extraordinary work.