Free and open to the public, First Friday Downtown features new art, live music and special events on the first Friday of every month from 5 to 9 p.m. at dozens of galleries, retailers and nonprofits throughout Downtown Colorado Springs.
Galleries offer in-person First Friday experiences compliant with current public health guidelines. Scroll down for a comprehensive of participating venues, updated monthly.
Events are added as information is received
Auric Gallery is proud to present one of its most popular exhibits, Anonymous, featuring over 100 local and regional artists. And three solo exhibits.
Image Info: Bonnie Anthony – Peace May Be Found; Jes Moran – Pressed Heat; Christa MacFarlane – Botanical
125 E Boulder St.
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Line up of our artists and discounts on select pieces of art.
205 E Moreno Ave
For First Friday we are offering a showcase of around 20 different pieces of artwork that were donated to the Joe Reagan for Colorado Campaign. The art ranges from paintings, to quilts, to wooden cutting boards and are mostly made by our volunteers!
Artist Names: Teresa McKay, Susan Phillips, Perry Owen, Bill Young, Neil Talbott, Naomi Rockafellow, Paul Shurtz, AJ Hompkins Jr., Brandon Rollin
111 E Las Animas St
Eden Oaks hosts an open-house style First Friday experience in our downtown showroom featuring local artwork, live music, drinks, and a creative social atmosphere. Guests can explore exhibits from Colorado artists alongside handcrafted furniture, cabinetry, and millwork throughout the space. The event is designed to bring together the downtown arts community, local makers, designers, and residents for an engaging evening centered around art, conversation, creativity, and community connection.
Artists: Mark Shereck, Jon Kruger, Debbie Newton, Betz Smisek and more
122 E. Kiowa St.
Cottonwood Center for the Arts is pleased to announce an exhibition in our main galleries for the month of June, presented by University of Colorado – Anschutz Medical Center: Hear/Say
427 E Colorado Ave.
Enjoy over 30 local artists represented in The Look Up Gallery’s member gallery and artist studios! Live painters and DJ Astral Selector spinning vinyl all evening will add to the experience.
517 S. Cascade Avenue, Suite E
Jane Hammoud and Suzy McDowell, celebrate springtime at Gallery 113. Hammoud’s new pottery is inspired by the spring blossoms, and McDowell’s paintings in acrylic shimmer with the glitter of sunny gardens. Both artists have an eye for design and a love of color. Come by Gallery 113 for the First Friday Art Walk, June 5 at 125 N. Tejon 5-8 pm. Enjoy complimentary wine and chocolate and meet these artists and the other artists that call the award-winning Gallery 113 their home.
Image Info: Pottery by Jane Hammoud
Atmosphere Glow by Suzy McDowell
Tray by Jane Hammoud
Water Meets Sky by Suzy McDowell
Golden Peaks by Suzy McDowell
125 N. Tejon St.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Stroll through exhibits filled with rare coins, historical artifacts, and hands-on learning for all ages. Free admission from 4-7 p.m.
818 N Cascade Ave.
Try the Free Downtown Shuttle to see more of Downtown! The shuttle operates from Cache La Poudre to Rio Grande streets, seven days a week on 7-10 minute intervals. Click to learn about the free Downtown Shuttle.
