First Friday Art Walk

The next First Friday Art Walk is Friday, November 1, 2024.

On the first Friday of every month, more than 25 art galleries open their doors and welcome visitors to browse their latest exhibits. This cooperative open house showcases the variety of artwork in St. Augustine's art galleries. The exhibits include traditional art and contemporary pieces by local and national artists working in oils, pastels, photography, ceramics, wood, textiles, and metal. Many featured artists are on hand to answer questions about their work.

This monthly event occurs every first Friday, from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., throughout St. Augustine's historic downtown area, particularly along King, St. George, and Aviles Streets. Galleries in the Uptown region and on Anastasia Island are also open for First Friday.

This event is sponsored by The St. Augustine Art Association, an artistic association of diverse and eclectic art galleries in the nation's oldest city.

Have information on upcoming gallery exhibits or featured artists for the First Friday Art Walk? Email us.

What's happening during October's First Friday Art Walk:

Melodye Rouisse-Stimpel's Exhibit

Hosted by LiLu's Arts and Antiques

LiLu's Arts and Antiques highlights local artist, Melodye Rouisse-Stimpel during the First Friday Art Walk. Along with the exhibit, a live presentation and wine tasting will be available to guests while they view Stimpel's colorful, nature pieces.

New exhibits on First Fridays typically remain, throughout the month, for viewing during regular business hours.

First Friday Art Walk Concert

Hosted by Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine 

This free First Friday Art Walk Concert occurs during most art walks from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Getting Around during the First Friday Art Walk

Art Walk Shuttle

Old Town Trolley provides free shuttle service from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. during the First Friday Art Walk for the February through November events. Those who wish to use the service can pick up shuttle stickers at any art gallery. The shuttle stops at the Old Town Trolley stops at Hypolita Street, Cathedral Place, Lightner Museum, and San Sebastian Winery. In addition, during First Friday, the shuttle stops in front of Butterfield and ArtBox, at the Governor's House Cultural Center and Museum, and on Anastasia Island.

NOTE: There is no shuttle service for First Friday events in December and January.

Parking

Parking is available at the San Sebastian Winery, metered spots and paid lots downtown, and the City Parking Garage. As of Monday, November 6, 2023, paid metered parking hours have been extended from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Participating Galleries

Event Info

Admission: The First Friday Art Walk is a free event.

When: 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on the first Friday of every month. (Not every gallery stays open until 9:00 p.m.)

Where: All through Historic Downtown and Anastasia Island.