This festival season, step inside the creative process.

As part of the Frankston Street Art Festival and South Side Festival, a vacant space will transformed into something truly special, a pop-up art studio and gallery, where you can watch art come to life in real time.

Located upstairs in the former Toy’s R U’s space off Shannon Street Mall, the studio offers a rare behind the scenes look at contemporary street art in motion. From Thursday 19 – Sunday 22 March, 10am-4pm, you are invited to step into the space and experience artists creating murals, graffiti writing, paste-ups and cut-outs as part of the festival program.

The Art is not just displayed, but created live, offering a truly immersive gallery experience.

Location: Shannon Street Mall, former Toy’s R U’s space

Date: 19 – 22 March

Time: 10am-4pm

Then Saturday’s until 16 May.

Explore the full Street Art Festival map and discover where each mural comes to life across Frankston, including the artists at Bayside.

Watch the artist at work

Through-out the 4 days, a talented line-up of artists will transform the studio into a vibrant hub of creativity, each bringing their own distinctive style and perspective to the space.

Featured Artists

Akuze
Veteran graffiti writer blending geometric precision and organic movement, connecting street heritage with a strong community-driven visual language.

Chico Leong 
Mixed-media artist creating layered collage works inspired by urban rhythm, decay and the creative reuse of found imagery.

Chuck Mayfield  
Melbourne muralist known for bold lettering and iconography that bridges graffiti tradition with contemporary public art.

Manda Lane 
Botanical muralist weaving hand-drawn plants and patterns into urban spaces, exploring the connection between nature and the built environment.

Neryl Walker 
Melbourne-based artist celebrating women through vibrant, playful works inspired by mid-century pop culture and nostalgia.

Silence
Established aerosol artist whose refined technique and confident line work reflect decades of experience in street art culture.

Sins Oner 
Large-scale mural collective creating bold, site-responsive artworks that energise façades through colour, pattern and scale.

Steve Leadbeater 
Multi-disciplinary artist exploring energy, contrast and inner beauty through expressive works across community and urban spaces.

Tayla Broekman  
Emerging urban artist blending street art and illustration with bold block colours and smooth gradients for vibrant mural works.

Own a piece of the festival

For those wanting to take the experience home, selected sections of the temporary art pieces will be available for bidding via a silent auction.

This removable artwork offer the rare opportunity to own an original piece of street art created during the festival itself.

Auction details can be found at the studio.

The Street Art Studio will continue to open every Saturday from 10am-4pm following the festival leading up to the South Side Festival closing party on Saturday 16 May, when bidding will close and artwork auction results are announced.

People’s Choice Award

The people’s choice award returns in 2026, giving the community the chance to help shape the future of Frankston’s street art scene.

Last year’s winner, Arina Apostolova, captured audience with her vibrant murals inspired by flora and fauna, and returns this year as a featured artist.

Voting closes 16 March 2026, with details announced during the festival. This award is proudly presented by Frankston City Council.

Vote for your favourite artist at the Studio.

And the experience doesn’t stop at the Studio. Explore the Street Art Mural, outside the centre.

Getting here & where to start your mural trail

Parking at Bayside is easy and convenient.

For the best access to the new murals, park in the North Carpark near Coles and Target, The perfect starting point for your street art adventure.

Step out onto beach street to discover the first festival mural by Father Marker. From here, wander past the Food Court towards Olsen Street near chemist Warehouse where Sam Absurd’s playful artwork brings imagination to life.

Then continue to the entertainment precinct. As you approach the corner of Thompson and Wells Street look for The Sporting Globe, a local landmark guiding you to the mural by Kitsune Jolene on the Hoyts Cinema Building.

You may even spot an artist in work while the festival unfolds.

Find Centre Map here.

Plan your eats at Bayside

Weather you explore the murals before or after, make time to refuel, Bayside has plenty of dining options to keep the experience going.

In the entertainment precinct, enjoy relaxed seated dining at favourites like YOMG, Fukutontei Ramen, and Grill’d, plus more great spots.

Over in the main centre, you’ll find even more to choose from, including 105 Korean BBQ, Mad Mex, Schnitz, and the always popular Momo Roto sushi train, where the plates keep coming and you may not want to leave.

See the link here to plan you eats and make a day of it.

Snapped a mural you love or found your foodie moment? Share it with us on Instagram or Facebook and tag #Baysidecentre, we’d love to see your festival and foodie favourites.