STRAAT Museum x Women In Street Art Weekend

STRAAT presents first Women In Street Art Weekend

PRESS RELEASE

Amsterdam, May 7, 2026

Three days of spotlighting female street artists with live painting, workshops, a panel discussion and more

From Friday to Sunday, June 5 to 7, 2026, STRAAT Museum will host the very first Women In Street Art Weekend (WISA). This three-day event places the strength, visibility and diversity of female street artists centre stage. Through a dynamic programme featuring live painting, free workshops, guided tours and a closing panel discussion, STRAAT provides a platform for artists who have been contributing innovative perspectives to a traditionally male-dominated scene for decades.

A festival atmosphere with space for connection and inspiration
Throughout the weekend, STRAAT will transform into a vibrant and accessible environment where art, music and social interaction come together. Visitors are actively invited to participate, from joining free guided tours highlighting works by female artists to attending graffiti workshops and live painting sessions.

Visibility and representation
STRAAT and its partner ABN AMRO have been committed to inclusivity and the representation of women in the art world for many years. The Women In Street Art Weekend further underlines this commitment, a dedication that is also reflected in STRAAT’s collection, where 30% of the works are created by female artists. The event not only provides a platform for established and emerging women artists, but also serves as a source of inspiration for new generations. At the same time, it creates space for connection within the international street art community.

Friday June 5 | 17:00 – 21:00
The weekend opens at 17:00 with an evening programme of art and music. Visitors can enjoy a live set by DJ Zoë Janice while a live painting session takes place. At 18:30, a free guided tour led by a female guide will begin, highlighting works by female artists. Drinks and snacks will be available.

Saturday June 6 | 11:30 – 17:00
Saturday focuses on interaction and participation. Free guided tours take place at 12:00, 13:30 and 15:00, and graffiti workshops at 11:30 and 13:30. Live painting sessions run throughout the day. Children can get creative with a colouring page (based on a work by a female street artist) or take part in the STRAAT treasure hunt. Food, drinks and music are available on site.

Sunday June 7 | 11:30 – 17:00
The final day includes free guided tours at 12:00 and 13:30 and free graffiti workshops at 11:30 and 13:30. Live painting continues until 14:30, followed by a panel discussion from 15:00 to 16:00. During this session, multiple generations of female street artists—Claudia Cosma aka CC, Dalal Mitwally, Butterfingaz and Anouk Brand—will engage in conversation, moderated by Dionne Verwey, discussing their experiences, challenges and the evolution of the scene. Activities for children, as well as music and catering, will also be available throughout the day.

Free activities, one ticket for the entire weekend
All activities are free to attend. Visitors only pay museum admission, which grants access to the full Women In Street Art Weekend and allows them to return freely throughout the event.

For more information about the programme and reservations for workshops and guided tours, please visit the STRAAT website.

Powered by ABN AMRO
The Women In Street Art Weekend is powered by ABN AMRO. As STRAAT’s main partner, ABN AMRO is committed to advancing equal opportunities and visibility within the art world. Through this collaboration, they support initiatives that contribute to talent development, new perspectives, and a more inclusive street art scene.

About STRAAT Museum
STRAAT Museum is the leading museum for street art and graffiti, housed in a monumental warehouse of approximately 8,000 m² on the NDSM site in Amsterdam. The museum presents more than 180 large-scale works by artists from the Netherlands and abroad. In addition to showcasing monumental artworks, STRAAT highlights the background, stories, and developments within street art and graffiti culture.

Note for the Press – Not for Publication
For more information, additional images or interview requests, please contact Heidi Vandamme at heidi@straatmuseum.com or +31 (0)6 295 32 686.

STRAAT Museum
NDSM-Plein 1, Amsterdam
www.straatmuseum.com

Photo: Janneke Nooij