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First Friday Art Walk

  • Old Colorado City 1700-3100 West Colorado Avenue Colorado Springs, CO, 80904 United States (map)

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: 4:00-8:00pm (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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Cerberus & Seven’s Gate

Cerberus, 702 W Colorado Ave:

Seven's Gate Taproom, 77 S. 7th St.

Enjoy pre-walk dinner at Cerberus

At Seven's Gate we've got your post-walk night-cap with late night happy hour starting at 8pm and walls curated by Jantzen Peake featuring artwork from multiple local artists.


Vestina Vintage Studios

1704 W Colorado Ave.

4-6pm

720-663-9314 | website | facebook

Join us for our Special First Friday Sewing Workshop. This beginner-friendly session will guide you through sewing an easy zippered pouch. All materials are provided, so just bring your enthusiasm and creativity. At just $25, it's a fantastic opportunity to learn a new skill and meet fellow sewing enthusiasts. Don't miss out on this fun and educational event!


White Rabbit Beads

2421 W. Colorado Ave.

719-635-0035 | website | facebook

4:00-6:00pm

First Friday Artist feature: Beyond Lapidary


Blue Pony Artists and Gallery

2501 W. Colorado Ave. #109

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The Queen’s TEApothecary

2504 W. Colorado Ave.

Come sample our NEW handcrafted, organic teas and enjoy delicious tea biscuits while you shop our in-store Fall Collections! 


Matchbox Candle Co.

2511 W. Colorado Ave.

(719) 285-7548 | website

Enjoy our artist demonstrations and ArtWalk only in-store specials!


Colorado Creative Co-op

2513 1/2 W. Colorado Ave.

(719) 822-1474 | website | facebook

Artist demonstration by Tami Hill!

We will also have our lucky wheel so you can spin for a store discount! And sweet treats as always! 


Laura Reilly Fine Art Gallery & Studio

2522-A W. Colorado Ave. | website | facebook

Colorado Colors

Laura Reilly's paintings are inspired by colors only found in Colorado - windswept blues, deep aspen golds and scarlet reds. Her brilliantly colored canvases are snapshots in time, reminding you of the feel of your boots crunching on gravel paths, the raw wide open landscapes and the stars that twinkle coldly at day's end.


Lucky Pig Studio & Gallery

2524 1/2 W. Colorado Ave. | WEBSITE


Squash Blossom

2531 W Colorado Ave.

5:00-8:00pm

WEBSITE | FACEBOOK PAGE

Squash Blossom features fine art, jewelry, bronze sculpture and home accessories, from traditional to contemporary, regional to international.


Surface Gallery

2752 W. Colorado Ave.

5:00-9:00pm

(719) 359-6966 | website

2 New Exhibits


Centennial Cuts

2520 1/2 W. Colorado Ave.

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Enjoy tastings of our Carne Asada Beef for Art Walk

March specials:

  • 10% off short ribs, skirt steak, bavette flap steak


Captain Drips Tie Dye Studio

2215 West Colorado Avenue

716-579-3879

Reverse Tie Dye Demonstration

10% off all tie dye classes and retail during First Friday

Enjoy a reverse tie dye demo at 5 pm. 


The Mountain Mercantile

2616 W. Colorado Ave #19

Heather Ciro of Colorado Catering and Event Company coming with fresh Italian baked goods!

The shop is also having 10% off a $25 purchase.


Edenology Holistic Wellness

2611 W Colorado Ave. Studio B Upstairs

(719) 662-3336 | website | facebook

Open from 10a-7p Friday with local artists here for meet & greet

  • 3 community artists on the Art Wall in the yoga room.

  • New mural in our Salt Room

  • Henna tattoos. 

  • Art Auction at the Psychonaut Mixer later that evening, featuring some psychedelic art as well as doing a raffle for gift baskets that include sage, art craft kits, books and other holistic wellness items. 


Jen’s Place

2514 W. Colorado Ave.

(719) 635-9560 | facebook

Enjoy 25% off specific items

Great quality in clothing, novelty items, and gifts. Mom and Pop General Store vibe throughout the shop.


Eclectic OCC & Circa

  • Circa: 2502 W. Colorado Ave

  • Eclectic OCC: 2518 W. Colorado Ave.

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Everyday Girl Adventures

2506 W. Colorado Ave.

(719) 464-6587 | website | facebook

Fondue 1st Friday & Vendor Market

Check out the Everyday Girl Adventures at our new storefront location on Colorado Ave!!! We will be showcasing a variety of incredible local artists and vendors!

Visit our create-your-own masterpiece station and indulge in some delicious fondue treats! You won’t want to miss this stop during the OCC Artwalk!


Elevated Meditations

2501 W. Colorado Ave.

(719) 286-0505 | website

Drop in and Elevate with us! 


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.


Mountain View Books

2431 W. Colorado Ave.

2409 W. Cucharras St.

719-419-7511 | facebook

Open til 7:30pm

We will offer 30% off total purchase all day on art and photography books and artwork on display in the bookstore.  


Otra Vez

2317 W. Colorado Ave.

Consignment, vintage, art gallery. Small men’s department, Household goods, shoes. Curated.


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