First Friday Art Walk

The next First Friday Art Walk is:  Friday, July 4, 2025.

• Yes, the Art Walk takes place on the Fourth of July holiday.
• There will be no trolley service due to the holiday traffic.
• Some galleries may close at 8:30 instead of 9:00 due to the holiday.

First Friday Art Walk

On the first Friday of every month, more than 25 art galleries across St. Augustine open their doors for a city-wide celebration of art. From traditional oil paintings to metalwork, textiles, and photography, the First Friday Art Walk invites locals and visitors to explore the creativity of the nation's oldest city. Many participating galleries feature live demonstrations or have artists on hand to talk about their work.

First Friday Art Walk runs from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. in Historic Downtown and beyond—including King Street, Aviles Street, St. George Street, Uptown, Anastasia Island, and the San Sebastian District.

This event is coordinated by the St. Augustine Art Association, in collaboration with local galleries and creative spaces.

Have a featured artist or exhibit coming up? Email us to be included in our monthly highlights.

July Highlights

Community Celebration Presented by Art Box Studio

Art Box Studio hosts the 4th of July Community Celebration at their Historic Downtown location during July's First Friday Art Walk from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. The event features the work of 43 artists, including the unveiling of a new piece by Liquid Visions, inspired by the Superman movie. The night also includes henna tattoos by Lissi, southern fare by Chef Eric from No Pity Party, and live music by Rachael Wareld.

Featured Artist: Melodye Stimpel

This month’s featured artist is Melodye Stimpel, presented by The Art Studio of St. Augustine Beach. Stimpel's work shifts between various mediums and techniques, including water color, pastel, pouring, and brushwork. She is the owner and house artist at An Art Affair, also a First Friday Art Walk stop welcoming visitors to explore Stimpel's work. 

Cathedral Basilica Concert

38 Cathedral Place | (904) 824-2806

Stop by the Cathedral Basilica between 6:00 and 7:00 p.m. for a free concert during Art Walk. These monthly performances offer a peaceful and inspiring break during your gallery stroll.

Note: Exhibits featured on First Friday typically remain available during regular gallery hours throughout the month.

Getting Around

Free Shuttle with Old Town Trolley

Enjoy the Art Walk without the parking hassle—Old Town Trolley provides **free transportation** from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. during the First Friday Art Walk. Shuttles operate on a continuous 20 to 30-minute loop, connecting major gallery districts and key stops.

To ride, just pick up a shuttle sticker at any participating gallery. Hop on or off at any of the following locations:

• San Sebastian Winery – 157 King Street
• Butterfield Garage & ArtBox – 137 King Street
• The Lightner Museum – 75 King Street
• Treasury on the Plaza – 24 Cathedral Place

Shuttle service is available from February through November. Please note there is no shuttle in December or January.

Parking

Free and paid parking is available at San Sebastian Winery, the City Parking Garage, and various metered spots downtown. Metered parking now extends to 9:00 p.m.

Participating Galleries