
First Friday Art Walk
A monthly celebration of art throughout St. Augustine's galleries.
The next First Friday Art Walk is: Friday, July 4, 2025.
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 Fourth of July Community Celebration at their Historic Downtown location during July's First Friday Art Walk from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The event will feature the work of 43 artists, including the unveiling of a new piece by Liquid Visions, inspired by the Superman movie. The night will also include 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 at The Art Studio of St. Augustine Beach. Melodye'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 Melodye'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
Acacia Tree Gallery
11C Aviles Street
Hours: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Gallery of oils, acrylics, photography, pastels, jewelry, and more.
An Art Affair
11 14th Lane, Suite B
Hours: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Work from renowned artists alongside pieces by local artist and owner Melodye Rouisse-Stimpel.
Art Collective St. Augustine
51 Cordova Street
Hours: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
A collective with works in oil, pastel, clay, collage, and paper art.
ArtBox
137 King Street
Hours: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
A creative space featuring fine art, jewelry, sculpture, furniture, and more.
The Art Studio of St. Augustine Beach
370 A1A Beach Blvd
Hours: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Beachside studio and gallery with paintings, pottery, and stained glass near the pier.
Butterfield Garage Art Gallery
137A King Street
Hours: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Contemporary art in a restored 1920s garage featuring a wide range of styles and media.
CJK Art Gallery & Studio
212C Charlotte Street
Hours: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Claire Kendrick's studio and gallery, featuring landscape, seascape, and still life paintings.
Grand Bohemian Gallery
49 King Street
Hours: 5:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Part of the Kessler Collection, showcasing award-winning local and international artists.
High Tide Gallery – Downtown
2 St. George Street #109
Hours: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m..
Showcasing the work of more than 40 local artists across a range of creative styles.
James Coleman Signature Gallery/a>
65 King Street
Hours: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
A signature series gallery showcasing international artists and jewelry designs.
Joel Bagnal Goldsmith
11C Aviles Street
Hours: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Handmade gold and silver jewelry for weddings, anniversaries, and special occasions.
Maria Reyes-Jones Gallery
134 Riberia Street #103
Hours: 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Joyful acrylic paintings by local artist Maria Reyes-Jones in her working studio.
PASTA Fine Art Gallery
214 Charlotte Street
Hours: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Artist-run space with a variety of media from oil and acrylic to glass and pottery.
Plum Contemporary Gallery
10 Aviles Street
Hours: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Gallery featuring more than 30 artists with a focus on bold, contemporary styles.
Sea Spirits Gallery & Gifts
210 St. George Street C-2
Hours: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Blown glass, sea-themed fine art, sculptures, and coastal gifts.
St. Augustine Art Association
22 Marine Street
Hours: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Nonprofit gallery with monthly juried shows, art education programs, and historic works.