First Friday Art Walk

Romanza Presents ...

The next First Friday Art Walk, on Friday, May 2, 2025, is a part of Romanza Festivale. 

About Romanza Festivale

This event is part of the annual two-week Romanza Festivale of Music and the Arts, showcasing historical, cultural, and creative events celebrating all things St. Augustine. From May 2 - 18, 2025, the nation's oldest city will be jam-packed with music and dance concerts, living history events, historical tours, live theater, and art exhibits. To find out more about the two weeks of events, visit here.

First Friday Art Walk

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 April's First Friday Art Walk:

Abstract Art by Alma Ramirez

Hosted by Plum Contemporary Gallery    

Plum Gallery is proud to showcase the work of Alma Ramirez during April's First Friday Art Walk. A former St. Augustine resident and gallery owner, Ramirez returns with her signature style — an abstract interpretation of boats, water, and nature. What began as a creative accident evolved into a new way of seeing the world — one that Ramirez continues to explore as she expands her skills and explores new inspirations. Alma earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 2008 from the Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes y Literatura in Mexico. You can see more of her work in person at Plum Gallery during First Friday Art Walk, or visit Alma Ramirez's website to explore more of her art and story.

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.