First Friday ArtWalk
Browse the local art galleries, open artist studios, shops and eateries with this free self-guided tour in Old Colorado City. Meet local artists. Enjoy live demonstrations! Best of all, the beautiful art pieces are available for purchase! Make it a night out in Old Colorado City.
Date: First Friday of every month
Time: 5:00-8:00pm (see participating galleries)
Location: West Colorado Avenue between 17th Street and 31th Street
Cost: FREE
Live artist demonstrations
Meet local artists and artisans
View original works of art by local artists
Special offers throughout Old Colorado City
Enjoy complimentary refreshments at several shops and galleries
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May First Friday ArtWalk
Cerberus & Seven’s Gate
Cerberus, 702 W Colorado Ave:
Seven's Gate Taproom, 77 S. 7th St.
We will be hosting our pre-ArtWalk dinner at Cerberus and showcasing clayprints by Michael Cellan.
Seven's Gate we are throwing our big quarterly party. We will have art curated by Jantzen Peake featuring Sarah Ballard. BOGO drafts 5-8PM (must mention deal) and late night happy hour with $4 Cerberus pints 8-close. DJ Clarke After Dark will be setting the vibe for us with a live performance starting at 7:30pm.
Second Floor Studio Artists
2418 W. Colorado Ave. Upstairs
Showcasing the work of up to 20 artists who have private studio space on the 2nd floor of the Michael Garman Building.
Michael Garman Museum & Gallery
2418 W. Colorado Ave.
(719) 471-9391 | website | facebook
FREE Museum Admission
Start your journey at Magic Town, Michael Garman’s 3,000 square-foot sculptural theater. This miniature city, built at 1:6 scale, combines handcrafted sculptures with intricate cityscapes, holograms and illusions to transport you to an urban wonderland.
Everyday Girl Adventures
11 South 25th Street
Local Artists and Popup Vendor Market
Join us on May 3rd during the OCC 1st Friday Art walk! We will have local artists displaying their work and a popup vendor market! Enjoy complimentary refreshments at our fondue bar. Can’t wait to see you there!
*Artists and vendors interested in participating, please DM for info or email.
Sanctuary Inspired Goods & Henna
2506 West Colorado Ave, Suite B
Celebrating 4 Years on the Avenue!
Celebrate our birthday
Inspirational card deck launch.
Freebies and more
Slice 420 Pizza
75% off Sale
Hunter-Wolff Gallery
2510 W. Colorado Ave.
(719) 520-9494 | website | facebook
Featuring Artist Allen Voss
Hunter-Wolff Gallery is unveiling a new exhibit of oil paintings by Colorado artist Allen Voss who joined Hunter-Wolff Gallery last summer. Stop in for an introduction and let your imagination soar. Meet Allen Voss and watch him at his easel between 5-8 pm, Friday, May 3. Live Music by Michael Watry on guitar.
Explore Hunter-Wolff Gallery and its 40 artists. Stop in for an introduction and let your imagination soar.
Laura Reilly Fine Art Gallery & Studio
2522-A W. Colorado Ave.
"Come Home to the Mountains"
When the world is crazy, the best solution is to “Come Home to the Mountains”. Laura’s spiritual home is hiking in the hills, sketching the scenic and indulging her heart by spending time in the velvety meadows of the High Country back country. Her May show will let you open your heart and share in her joy.
“Come Home to the Mountains” opens May 2nd and runs through the end of May.
45 Degree Gallery
2528 W Colorado Ave., Ste B
Artist Showcase: Danielle Park & Emily Fair
45º is thrilled to showcase the incredible talent of two exceptional artists:
Glass blower Danielle Park presents her Mother’s Day inspired collection from vases to glass flowers and more.
Emily Fair presents her latest collection of hand-built pottery from artistic bowls and platters that can serve as wall décor.
Mackenzie & West
2530 W Colorado Ave., Ste A
Join Mackenzie & West for their 7th Birthday!
Bubbly, Lite Bites
Birthday Giveaways
Enjoy 20% off all clothing!
Meraki Springs
2708 W. Colorado Ave., Suite B
5:00-8:00pm
(719) 424-7185 | website | facebook
Peak Pastel Society Debut
Meraki Springs will be featuring work from members of the Pikes Peak Pastel Society for the month of May. Join us for the debut on Friday, May 3rd 5-8pm. We will have complimentary beverages and live music from Anna Coen.
Surface Gallery
2752 W. Colorado Ave.
2 Artist Showcases:
Linescapes - Brie Varney. Her “stained glass” approach is locally known and is consistent with her need to rationalize and simplify the world.
The Daily Marvel of the Commonplace - Diane Reeves. Diane paints to have a conversation with the world.
Squash Blossom
2531 W Colorado Ave.
Two Visiting Artists
Meet Christopher Hereau and Mike Smith. Both are local co springs artists that specialize in painting beautiful Colorado landscapes. Both their works consist of oil paintings.
Matchbox Candle Co.
2511 W. Colorado Ave.
Guided by Gaia Creations
We will have Guided by Gaia Creations in the shop for ArtWalk.
We are also taking custom wire wrapped pendant and ring orders and doing beaded bracelet restringing.
Colorado Creative Coop
2513 1/2 W. Colorado Ave.
(719) 822-1474 | website | facebook
Artist Demonstration with Michele Keating
Michele Keating will be demonstrating encaustic painting. Stop by to see this ancient art form and pick up some treats.
Blue Pony Artists and Gallery
2501 W. Colorado Ave. #109
Meet our Newest Artist: Julie Evans
Join us as we welcome artist Julia Evans to the gallery. Julia joins Ed Penner, Tammy Meeske and Katie Cassidy in a unique gallery setting, where they will create and show their work to the public.
Live music by Nathan Stewart.
Elevated Meditations
2501 W. Colorado Ave.
Drop in and Elevate with us!
Stretch out in our silk hammocks while enjoying a live sound bath! Feel free to drop in and stay for as long as you’d like. The event is FREE and there are no reservations required for this special event.
*Space is limited
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
2431 W. Colorado Ave.
5:00-7:00pm
$2 OFF CARAMEL APPLES
Be sure to stop into Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory for $2 OFF any flavor Caramel Apple to enjoy while strolling the Avenue on Art Walk Friday.
The Stache Spot
505 W. Colorado Ave.
Welcoming 2 new artists in our consignment gallery!
Mattie and The Kitties is our new featured artist
Eclectic OCC & Circa
Eclectic OCC: 2518 W. Colorado Ave.
Circa: 2502 W. Colorado Ave
Brevity Art and Tarot Card Pop-Up
Eclectic OCC Will be featuring Corrin of Brevity Art at Eclectic OCC who will be doing a demo of block printing and then customers can print their own print, bandana or bag. She will be featuring her other goods for sale, as well.
Circa will have Gershon with a tarot reading pop up from 5-7 and local vendors will be popping up with extra clothing racks full of vintage threads!
Cucuru Gallery Cafe
2332 W. Colorado Ave.
Visit Cucuru’s eclectic gallery while enjoying contemporary interpretations of regional Spanish Tapas and a variety of other eats.
Otra Vez
2317 W. Colorado Ave.
Consignment, vintage, art gallery. Small men’s department, Household goods, shoes. Curated.
Velez Galleries
2506 W. Colorado Ave.
(719) 630-3710 | website | facebook
Velez Galleries is one of the oldest Indigenous Art and Jewelry Galleries in Colorado Springs, representing over 80 indigenous tribes from the Amazon to the Arctic, and across the Americas.
Pikes Peak Artist Collective
2708 W. Colorado Ave., Suite C
717.875.5200 | website | facebook
Enjoy art from local artists of all ages. From potters to painters you will get to see what current students and teachers of PPAC are creating! Watch art demonstrations and enjoy snacks and refreshments.
Pop Kitchen & Events
2902 W Colorado Ave.
Pop is an innovative cafe/coffee house, shared kitchen/culinary incubator and boutique small event space located in the historic Old Colorado City City Hall. We offer beautiful craft coffee, botanical tea floats, house baked pastries.
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