First Friday Art Walk
A monthly celebration of art throughout St. Augustine's galleries.
The next First Friday Art Walk is Friday, December 6, 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 December's First Friday Art Walk:
Photographic Art by Jacko Vassilev
Hosted by Lost Art Gallery
On the First Friday in December, Lost Art Gallery presents the work of Bulgarian photographer, Jacko Vassilev, celebrating the human experience, from struggle to pure joy, and everything in between. Vassilev captures intimate portraits of his fellow Bulgarians and features political undertones exploring a resilient people under communist rule.
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
Anastasia Island District
High Tide Gallery
850 Anastasia Blvd.
(904) 315-6690
Art Studio of St. Augustine Beach
370-A A1A Beach Blvd.
(904) 295-4428
Flagler District
Grand Bohemian
49 King Street
(904) 829-6880
Sweetwater Coffee Bar and Gallery
8 Granada Street
(904) 615-1653
Historic Art District
Ancient City Art Gallery
11E Aviles Street
(904) 481-8741
Aviles Gallery
11C Aviles Street
(904) 823-8608
CJK Studio
212 C Charlotte Street
(904) 238-8900
Crisp-Ellert Art Museum
48 Sevilla Street
(904) 819-6220
Georgia Nick Gallery
11A Aviles Street
(904) 342-2186
Joel Bagnal Goldsmith
11C Aviles Street
(904) 614-4706
Lilu's Arts and Antiques
82 Charlotte Street
(904) 392-6231
PAStA Fine Art Gallery
214 Charlotte Street
(904) 824-0251
Plum Contemporary Gallery
10 Aviles Street
(904) 825-0069
St. Augustine Art Association
22 Marine Street
(904) 824-2310
Mainland District
Ovico Gallery
2802 N 5th Street., Suite 4
(904) 789-2039
Ponce De Leon Boulevard District
Coconut Barrel
3175 US 1 South
(904) 484-8729
San Sebastian District
ArtBox
137 King Street
(386) 986-0368
Butterfield Garage Art Gallery
137A King Street
(904) 825-4577
St. George District
Lost Art Gallery
210 St. George Street C-1
(904) 827-9800
Sea Spirits Gallery and Gifts
210 St. George Street, C-2
(904) 679-3811
Uptown District
Gloria Grace Art Studio
77 San Marco Avenue, unit 2
(505) 803-4926
Neff Jewelers
7 Rohde Avenue
(904) 829-5003
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.