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 powered by bank of america
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!
December’s Food Trucks: 904 Saffron, K Bop Jax, BF’nD Food Truck, Chubby Burrito, Pina Colada, Cake Queen and Seitanic Jax
December’s Programming: Shop with vendors, grab a drink and enjoy live music in James Weldon Johnson Park.
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!
December’s Programming: Check out the brand 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.
December’s Additional Programming: Admire new works by the collective.
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!
December’s Food Trucks: 904 Saffron, K Bop Jax, BF’nD Food Truck, Chubby Burrito, Pina Colada, Cake Queen and Seitanic Jax
December’s Programming: Shop with vendors, grab a drink and enjoy live music in James Weldon Johnson Park.
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!
December’s Programming: Check out the brand 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.
December’s Additional Programming: Admire new works by the collective.
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 December’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.
December’s Programming: Browse local vendors and organizations, including Wicked Barley, Northside Pride and Imani Cowire.
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.
December’s Programming: Shop with vendors along Laura Street with Vagabond Flea and pop into participating businesses, like Chamblin’s Uptown & Cafe.
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. Join the Holly Jolly Happy Hour, happening the first three Wednesdays in December, starting on Art Walk on December 3rd! Music, mischief and mayhem collide to make the most dazzling cabaret of the season.
Bold City Brewery: Enjoy brews and sounds by Jay Peele on the sidewalk.
Ruby Beach Brewing: Hit up Ruby Beach for Thriftnic to shop with vendors and thrifters, enjoy live music, and join the cosplay contest from 6-9 p.m. 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. Enjoy free wine from 5–7 p.m. with DJ Bodie performing on the sidewalk. From 9 to 11 p.m., Art Walk After Dark will feature a small business mixer.
Untitled Art Space
Art space and gallery in Downtown Jacksonville. Check it out on Art Walk night to experience its final exhibit, “Pathways.”
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.
December’s Programming: Donate to Toys for Tots and make an ornament.
Hardwicks Bar
Welcome to Hardwicks Bar, a vibrant and inclusive LGBTQIA+ bar located in Downtown Jacksonville.
Hardwicks Bar and Arts Collective Theatre are teaming up for four nights of creativity, culture and cocktails. Experience live performance, local art and community energy in Jacksonville’s favorite LGBTQ+ bar every Wednesday in September, starting on September 3rd’s Art Walk.
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. The building will be opened Art Walk night — 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.
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
December’s Art Walk Programming: Stop by Sweet Pete’s for some sweet holiday shopping!
Bellwether
December’s Programming: Bellwether invites you to browse local artists on the patio with DJ Kano inside and enjoy dinner from their Hard Pressed Burgers collaboration in the kitchen!
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.