North of Bordeaux, the Blue City is hosting a new monumental mural of 1,000 m², created by the French duo Monkey Bird. Completed in October 2026, this artwork sprawling across the walls of a former Bacalan refinery accompanies the creation of a new event space, complete with a modular stage designed to host concerts and shows.
1,000 m² of street art telling Bacalan's story
With "The Blue Hour," Monkey Bird signs their largest creation to date. Created using stencil technique, this monumental mural draws inspiration from Bacalan's industrial and port heritage, while sketching the outline of its future.
On September 19, 2026, as part of the European Days of Heritage and Matrimony, it was celebrated with a nighttime show featuring video mapping and aerial ballet, imagined by Taciturne and Tango Nomade.
A new cultural venue at the foot of the mural
But this transformation doesn't stop at the walls. A brand new event space will soon emerge at the base of the artwork, with a modular stage designed to host concerts, shows, and cultural gatherings. A project that promises to transform this former industrial enclave into a new hub for artistic expression in the heart of Bacalan.
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Curious visitors can discover the mural during « Memories of the Blue City #3 », a guided tour program organized on Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 4pm.