Art lovers browse the galleries on Aviles Street at the Friday Night Art Walk in St. Augustine, FL

First Friday Art Walk

Name: First Friday Art Walk
Start: 2024-07-05T17:00:00-04:00
End: 2024-07-05T21:00:00-04:00
Location: Plaza de la Constitución

A monthly celebration of art throughout St. Augustine's galleries.

First Friday of each month | 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

First Friday Art Walk

(904) 373-8697

Downtown St. Augustine.
1 Cathedral St.
St. Augustine, FL 32084

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The next First Friday Art Walk is Friday, July 5, 2024.

The information below is from the June 2024 First Friday Art Walk. We will update information as it becomes available for the July 5, 2024 event.

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.

See an interactive map of the event here .

June's Featured Artists:

Jacko Vassilev

Presented by: Lost Art Gallery

Broken Mirror by Jack Vassilev (Bulgaria. 1993)

Lost Art Gallery presents the art of renowned Bulgarian photographer, Jacko Vassilev. Jacko is celebrated for his compelling black-and-white images that capture the essence of human emotion and everyday life. His work is characterized by its strong composition and dramatic contrasts.

Mary K. Shaw

Presented by Butterfield Garage Art Gallery

Butterfield Garage Art Gallery introduces Mary K. Shaw during June's First Friday Art Walk. Shaw uses multi-media art to create dynamic, colorful collages. Often inspired by poetry, she integrates text into her pieces. Since 1993, Mary has exhibited in solo and group shows, teaches gel plate printing workshops, and has her illustrated sketchbook in the Brooklyn Art Library's permanent collection.

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

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

Annual Honors Show Exhibit

presented by St. Augustine Art Association

Painting of a boy reaching for fireflies, courtesy of St. Augustine Art Association

The St. Augustine Art Association (STAAA) presents its Annual Honors Show beginning on June 7, 2024, and continuing through Sunday, July 7, 2024. On First Friday, STAAA will open the new exhibit from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. The Annual Honors Show presents selected works from artists who have won awards during the past three years.

Adventures in Natura Morte Exhibit

Presented by PAStA Gallery

A painting of a fruit basked from PaSTA gallery

PAStA gallery presents the Adventures in Natura Morte exhibit, celebrating still life art. The display focuses on depictions of inanimate objects. These objects are often everyday items, such as food, flowers, plants, books, and other household items. Still life art captures the beauty, texture, and form of objects, exploring themes such as mortality, the passage of time, and the beauty of the mundane.

New exhibits on First Friday typically stay up throughout the month for viewing during regular business hours. St. Augustine Art Association also offers online viewing of their exhibits.

First Friday Art Walk Concert

presented by the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine

Cathedral Basilica in downtown St. Augustine

This monthly organ recital begins at 6:00 p.m. and is open to the public and art walk participants. The First Friday Art Walk Concert at Cathedral Basilica is free; however, donations are appreciated. The Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine posts updates about these free concerts on its website.

What do I need to know about parking and admission?

Admission: Free

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.

Old Town Trolley tours gives visitors a chance to sit back and enjoy the scenery in St. Augustine, Florida.

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.

See a map for the First Friday shuttle stops here.

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

Parking: Parking is available at the San Sebastian Winery, as well as downtown at metered spots and paid lots, 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.

Find more information on parking in St. Augustine here.