Click each location to discover programming information from businesses across the Art Walk footprint. Be sure to visit participating spots for more art, dinner and drinks!
JOIN US FOR
5 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Every First Wednesday of the Month
Bring your family, friends and coworkers for a self-guided tour of the galleries, businesses and restaurants of Downtown’s City-Center on the First Wednesday of every month, rain or shine! Browse works by local artists, enjoy live music from local bands, and grab a bite to eat or a drink in James Weldon Johnson Park.
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About First Wednesday Art Walk
Downtown Vision has proudly hosted the First Wednesday Art Walk since 2003 to welcome people to DTJax and to celebrate Jacksonville’s creative talent.
Having recently celebrated 20 years, Art Walk has been a long-standing monthly event that has attracted over half a million visitors to Downtown Jacksonville.
Core Participating Venues
Scroll down to explore an interactive map of the Art Walk footprint, featuring new programming at local businesses each month. Interested in participating? Send your programming to phoebe@dtjax.org to be included in each month’s list.
James Weldon Johnson Park
135 W. Monroe Street
Every First Wednesday of the month, browse works by local artists, enjoy live music, and grab a bite to eat from the food trucks or a drink inside the park. This month, trick or treat with vendors inside the park!
Shop with vendors, grab a drink and enjoy live music in James Weldon Johnson Park every First Wednesday Art Walk.
Artists and food trucks in James Weldon Johnson Park and along Laura Street must apply through Downtown Vision.
Special thank you to our friends, Friends of James Weldon Johnson Park!
MOCA Jacksonville
333 North Laura Street
Located just steps away from the historic James Weldon Johnson Park in Downtown Jacksonville is MOCA Jacksonville. Enjoy free admission, vendors, happy hour specials and engage in Made @ MOCA art-making activities tailored for creators of all ages every month during the First Wednesday Art Walk!
February’s Programming: Check out the new mural installation in the Atrium by Shaun Thurston and Dustin Harewood.
Special thanks to our friends, MOCA Jacksonville & The University of North Florida!
Southlight Gallery
1 Independent Drive
Located within the Wells Fargo building lies one of Downtown’s oldest and most established galleries. Stop by each month to discover art in this beloved gallery.
February’s Additional Programming: During Art Walk, Southlight Gallery will be offering a build-your-own card activity. Using hand-carved stamps, stop by the gallery to create a one-of-a-kind print to gift to your loved ones. Don’t forget to browse the featured artists’ work, Alex Diaz series, “Beneath the Surface.”
MAIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
303 North Laura Street
Beyond its collection of books, the Main Public Library is a vibrant hub for the City of Jacksonville, teeming with cultural experiences! Drop by every month to engage with community partners, discover their ever-changing gallery exhibit on the first floor and enjoy live music performances.
Special thanks to our friends, The Jacksonville Public Library!
First Wednesday Art Walk Map
James Weldon Johnson Park
135 W. Monroe Street
Every First Wednesday of the month, browse works by local artists, enjoy live music, and grab a bite to eat from the food trucks or a drink inside the park. This month, trick or treat with vendors inside the park!
Shop with vendors, grab a drink and enjoy live music in James Weldon Johnson Park every First Wednesday Art Walk.
Artists and food trucks in James Weldon Johnson Park and along Laura Street must apply through Downtown Vision.
Special thank you to our friends, Friends of James Weldon Johnson Park!
MOCA Jacksonville
333 North Laura Street
Located just steps away from the historic James Weldon Johnson Park in Downtown Jacksonville is MOCA Jacksonville. Enjoy free admission, vendors, happy hour specials and engage in Made @ MOCA art-making activities tailored for creators of all ages every month during the First Wednesday Art Walk!
February’s Programming: Check out the new mural installation in the Atrium by Shaun Thurston and Dustin Harewood.
Special thanks to our friends, MOCA Jacksonville & The University of North Florida!
Southlight Gallery
1 Independent Drive
Located within the Wells Fargo building lies one of Downtown’s oldest and most established galleries. Stop by each month to discover art in this beloved gallery.
February’s Additional Programming: During Art Walk, Southlight Gallery will be offering a build-your-own card activity. Using hand-carved stamps, stop by the gallery to create a one-of-a-kind print to gift to your loved ones. Don’t forget to browse the featured artists’ work, Alex Diaz series, “Beneath the Surface.”
Main Public Library
303 North Laura Street
Beyond its collection of books, the Main Public Library is a vibrant hub for the City of Jacksonville, teeming with cultural experiences! Drop by every month to engage with community partners, discover their ever-changing gallery exhibit on the first floor and enjoy live music performances.
Special thanks to our friends, The Jacksonville Public Library!
The Lark
229 North Hogan Street
Situated in the heart of Downtown Jacksonville, The Lark is a stunning, historic loft exuding charm. This restored venue and gallery from the 1920s boasts enchanting wrap-around windows that offer picturesque views of James Weldon Johnson Park. Be sure to visit during the First Wednesday Art Walk each month, where you can explore an array of vendors, savor delightful libations and immerse yourself in the latest gallery installation.
The Lark will not be programming during February’s Art Walk.
Visit Jacksonville
100 N. Laura Street
Stop by our friends at Visit Jacksonville each month to discover more about the flip side of Florida! Shop with local vendors, indulge in tasting brews from local breweries located on the Ale Trail and more.
February’s Programming: Browse local vendors and organizations, including Hot Box Pretzels, Northside Pride, Juice Gawdess, Honey Dripper House, The Ritz Theater & Museum and Complete Renewal.
Special thanks to our friends at Visit Jacksonville!
Laura Street Artists & Vendors
Laura Street
Shop with vendors along Laura Street who celebrate creativity and craftsmanship. You’ll find pieces that reflect the artist’s individual voice and vision.
February’s Programming:
On Laura Street, explore Larry Love’s Organic Market. This community-focused market highlights over a dozen vendors embracing a more organic lifestyle, with access to healing and whole foods, higher-frequency music and experiences rooted in mindfulness, intentionality, love and connection.
Also on Laura Street, discover the Duval Block Auction, curated and hosted by Limitless Wolf Co. is a hybrid art marketplace designed for DTJax’s Art Walk. It combines a curated outdoor gallery along Laura Street with a digital silent auction powered by QR codes and NFC technology. Attendees can instantly scan or tap to place bids, while artists gain visibility, secure sales, and fast payouts. Each purchase will also include a Certificate of Authenticity (COA). Find the event auction here.
The Elbow Nightlife District
Various Locations
A collection of more than 20 bars, restaurants and performance venues centered around the historic Florida Theatre in the heart of Downtown Jacksonville. There is something for everyone in The Elbow.
Hardwicks Bar: Join the Downtown Run Club at 6:30 p.m. before cooling off with dancing and drinks inside.
Bold City Brewery: Enjoy brews and live music inside.
Ruby Beach Brewing: Hit up Ruby Beach for a beer flight and dinner from Ruby Smoke food truck. Afterwards, don’t miss Silent Disco to wrap up your Art Walk evening.
The LaVilla Renaissance
315 W. Forsyth St.
Stop by Indulgence Southern Bistro to discover the LaVilla Renaissance with Mal Jones’ The Lyricist Live and other programming, featuring free wine from 5 – 7 p.m. Catch us later for Art Walk after Dark with a small businesses mixers 9 – 11 p.m.
Bay Street Bar & Grill
Laid-back hangout offering a pub grub menu, local beers, billiards & darts in a casual atmosphere. Offers a stand-up open mic every Art Walk Wednesday starting at 6:30 p.m.
The Pillars Club
232 W. Adams St.
Stop by the Pillars Club to enjoy cigars and a drink.
February’s Programming:
Come visit with local authors signing their books, live art and complimentary wine.
Hardwicks Bar
Welcome to Hardwicks Bar, a vibrant and inclusive LGBTQIA+ bar located in Downtown Jacksonville. Stop by on Art Walk night for happy hour, performances, dance parties and more.
Ruby Beach Brewing
Ruby Beach Brewing is a Downtown Jacksonville craft brewery celebrated for its inventive beer lineup and versatile event space.
Shop vintage with Thriftnic every Art Walk evening from 6-9 p.m. on the Ruby Beach patio. Looking for the after party? Hit up Ruby Beach for a silent disco after party with Hushhush Jax every Art Walk Wednesday starting at 9 p.m.
41 E. Duval St.
Once home to the legendary Paulus Music Co., 41 E. Duval has been transformed from vacant to vibrant. Explore businesses and projects including Paulus Music Co., Hush Hush Jax, The Petite Jax, KollectJax and Konbini Labo.
Free and open to all, this immersive collaboration honors the building’s artistic legacy while shaping a bold new chapter for creativity and community in Downtown Jacksonville.
Reopening TBA.
The Volstead
The Volstead is a prohibition-style lounge in Downtown Jacksonville, reviving the elegance of jazz, conversation, and expertly crafted classic cocktails.
Jacksonville Children's Chorus
Join the Voices of Jacksonville for a lively and intimate performance. Voices of Jacksonville is the adult professional ensemble of the Jacksonville Children’s Chorus dedicated to increasing the awareness, appreciation, and esteem of choral music through performance, outreach, and education.
Sweet Pete's Candy
Stop by Sweet Pete’s for some sweet treat shopping!
Bellwether
February’s Programming: Bellwether invites you to browse local artists on their patio with DJ Kano inside.
Whatever your style or schedule, Bellwether has you covered with elevated southern classics served in an understated setting. Like its sister restaurant Orsay, Bellwether reflects chef and owner Jon Insetta’s focus on exceptional flavors, while spotlighting the culinary creativity of Chef Donald Dean and the exceptional hospitality of manager Madeline Hamrick.
Downtown Vision
Come by Downtown Vision for the new exhibit, THAW, curated by Kat Culture. The show explores subtle transformation — shifts that go unnoticed and emerge as new forms, voices, and ideas after long stillness.
Featuring work by: Clay Barczak · Celeste Burns · Alyssa Castleman · Jake Carlson · Jasmine Clements · Anne Cullum · Kat Culture · Jasmine Dukes · Deja Gee · Tatiana Kitchen · Keila Elisabeth · Kylee Lesage · Hillary Jones McCullough · Ru Miles · Amanda Rosenblatt · Michael Slayton · Emily Tillman · Edmund Troy · Marisa Whittemore
The Petite Jax
AFROMAGNETIC
The Undeniable Force of Black Creativity
This Black History Month, The Petite Jax presents AFROMAGNETIC, an exhibition centering Black artists and work exploring Black experience and life. The show honors culture, love, resistance, and joy, celebrating the magnetic pull of Black creativity as a living, evolving force.
The Circuit Arcade Bar
The Circuit is an arcade bar located in Downtown Jacksonville. Stop by, grab a cocktail, and play some retro or new arcade games! With an extensive mocktail and cocktail list, you’re sure to enjoy your time at The Circuit.
February Programming: From 5 – 9 p.m. join artists, makers and cosplayers for some gaming fun!
Public Art in Downtown
Downtown is filled with amazing murals, sculptures, mosaics and more. Check out the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville’s Public Art Map to learn more about the pieces.
Black Mural Map
Black Mural Map is a public resource created by local artist Kandice Knecole that highlights black muralists, murals currently in progress and helps fund new mural projects around Jacksonville.
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Connecting Artists and Businesses
Are you an artist, performer or musician looking to perform at a Downtown venue? Fill out our Art Walk Performer Contact List so that businesses can reach out to you as they build their programming!
Businesses, check out the results of the contact form and connect with local creatives to maximize your attendance on Art Walk days!
Downtown Vision, Inc. (“DVI”), as the producer, maintains its sole discretion to approve or deny any potential vendor, artist, or other participant at First Wednesday Art Walk based on the best interests of the event and its attendees. DVI further reserves the right to engage law enforcement to enforce decisions made in the exercise of this discretion, in compliance with all relevant rules, laws, and regulations.