Arts and culture are woven into everyday life in Salina, creating a vibrant and creative community filled with public art, live entertainment, galleries, music, theatre, and year-round events. Visitors can explore colorful murals throughout downtown, experience the nationally recognized SculptureTour Salina, and enjoy performances at Stiefel Theatre for the Performing Arts and Salina Community Theatre.
Organizations like Salina Arts & Humanities and the Salina Kanvas Project continue to shape Salina into one of Kansas’ most unique arts destinations by bringing creativity into parks, streets, businesses, and public spaces. From art walks and galleries to concerts, festivals, and cultural experiences, Salina offers an arts and culture scene that is energetic, accessible, and full of unexpected discoveries.
The Smoky Hill River Festival brings four days of live music, art, food, family activities, and unforgettable community energy to downtown Salina every summer in June.
SculptureTour Salina transforms downtown Salina into a walkable outdoor art gallery featuring large scale sculptures from artists across the country and around the world.
Boom! Salina brings internationally recognized mural artists to downtown Salina, transforming buildings and public spaces into vibrant works of large scale public art.
