First Friday Art Walks have returned in person! Please note that each Art District business will monitor their building capacity and may require visitors to wear masks or wait outside depending on the level of attendance.
CLICK HERE FOR A LIST OF PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES & GALLERIES
First Friday Art Walks
ABOUT
The First Friday Art Walks are the signature event of Denver's Art District on Santa Fe.
All year round, rain or shine, the District comes alive on the first Friday of each month as thousands descend upon Santa Fe Drive for the First Friday Art Walks from 5:30-9:30 p.m.
View art from hundreds of artists in galleries, studios, co-ops, upstairs, downstairs, in alleys, on the street—everywhere! Check out all the details below.
Location
Our District spans from 13th Avenue to Alameda Avenue and Kalamath Street to Inca Street. The bulk of our galleries are in a walkable area between 5th and 11th Avenues.
Getting Here
Denver's Art District on Santa Fe is easily accessible by the Light Rail Station at 10th and Osage. There is free parking all throughout the District and side streets. However, there is heavy traffic during First Fridays, and we encourage ride shares and public transportation. You can find parking during the First Friday Art Walk only (5:30-9:30) at the following locations:
RPS (Adco General), 801 Kalamath St.
Alliance de Francaise, 6th and Galapago (stop in and view the exhibits first though!)
West High School, 10th Avenue and Galapago St. $5
The Knife Guys, 11 Kalamath St.
Su Teatro, Santa Fe Drive and 2nd Avenue
Vending and Food Trucks
Sorry, stationary street vending is not permitted along Santa Fe Drive nor is mobile street vending without a permit from the City of Denver. If you would like to have your artwork represented by a gallery, please contact one of our member galleries and plan ahead, as their shows book months in advance.
Food Trucks will need to contact the Department of Excise and Licensing for the City of Denver to obtain a parking permit for First Friday events.
Dogs at First Friday
Dogs are allowed in ADSF Galleries and Studios on a case by case basis. We ask that you check with the gallery owner before bringing your pet into their space.
ADSF shuts down Santa Fe Drive from 7th Avenue through 12th Avenue, every August on First Friday. Come join us for this special event once a year! If you are interested in sponsoring or vending at the event, email hello@denversartdistrict.org.