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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: 5:00-8:00pm (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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FEATURED GALLERIES & EVENTS


Pizzeria Rustica

2421 W. Colorado Ave.

719-635-0035 | website | facebook

Pre-ArtWalk Happy Hour: 3pm-5pm

  • $5 Peroni, House Wine, Sangria

  • $2 OFF Antipasti

Please note this offer ends at 5pm so please begin your evening with us before First Friday ArtWalk kicks off.


Vestina Vintage Studios

1704 W Colorado Ave.

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Consignment, vintage, art gallery.

Sewing Sewcial

Free sewing Sewcial @VestinaVintage studios! All are welcome, bring your machines and projects and we’ll sew together. For new and experienced sewists. A limited number of machines are available for those who can’t or don’t want to bring a machine.


White Rabbit Beads

2421 W. Colorado Ave.

719-635-0035 | website | facebook

4-7pm

Featured Artists: Red Mesa Creations

Local indigenous artist from the dine tribe.

Stop by for our First Friday Artist Feature! Come support your Local indigenous art community.


Captain Drips Tie Dye Studio

2215 W. Colorado Ave.

716-579-3879 | website | facebook

Tie Dye Demonstrations

Tie dye demos and deals at Captain Drips! 10% off all classes and retail! 

Captain Drips offers unique handmade gifts and retail, creative hands-on tie dye classes, custom designs, and private group events.


Second Floor Studio Artists

2418 W. Colorado Ave. Upstairs

(719) 359-0699 | facebook

Showcasing the work of up to 20 artists who have private studio space on the 2nd floor of the Michael Garman Building.


Michael Garman Museum & Gallery

2418 W. Colorado Ave. | (719) 471-9391 | website

Magic Town & 15% off Sculptures

Throwback Museum admission pricing of $5 for adults 18 and older. Children 17 and under free.

15% off any full-priced sculptures.


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.


Blue Pony Artists & Gallery

2501 W. Colorado Ave. #109

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New Artist: Terri Sanchez

Join us as we welcome Artist, Terri Sanchez to our gallery. Terri has been in the Art Community for most of her life, training herself to draw and paint from life. She has won numerous awards for her plein air work and has juried many art shows. Please come in to see the beauty she is creating


The Queen’s TEApothecary

2504 W. Colorado Ave.

(719) 313-9904 | website

Tea Tasting

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


Everyday Girl Adventures

2506 W. Colorado Ave.

(719) 464-6587 | website | facebook

Featured Artist: Renee Darling

Please SAVE the Date and JOIN the fun!! We will be spotlighting Renee Darling and her hand-painted fabric art shoes for the month of May 2025. Each pair is one-of-a-kind and is inspired by the beautiful mix of people who wander through Old Colorado City, locals and visitors, and this is what she calls ALL WALKS OF LIFE! These shoes are for everyone, because everyone has a path worth walking in color.


Hunter-Wolff Gallery

2510 W. Colorado Ave., Colorado Springs

(719) 520-9494 | website | facebook

Featured Artist: Robb Casseday

We are unveiling a new exhibit of scratchboard paintings by award-winning Colorado artist Robb Casseday. Hunter-Wolff Gallery is excited to offer this unique and stunning collection of wildlife paintings by Greeley Colorado artist Robb Casseday during Opening night. Stop in for an introduction and let your imagination soar. 


Colorado Creative Coop

2513 1/2 W. Colorado Ave.

(719) 822-1474 | website | facebook

Artist Demonstration: Jerry Thompson Guynn

Jerry Thompson Guynn will be demonstrating oil painting. Stop in to see her beautiful paintings. We also have wonderful gifts for Mom and Graduates! 


Jen’s Place

2514 W. Colorado Ave.

(719) 635-9560 | facebook

Enjoy 25% off specific items

Unique gifts, housewares and clothing in old fashioned setting. Large variety of choices for the entire family.


Laura Reilly Fine Art Gallery & Studio

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

New Art Show: From the Source

Laura Reilly will be open for First Friday with new wildflower paintings. Her May show is " From the Source," celebrating the magical discovery of hidden water found tucked away in Colorado's meadows and valleys. Her May show opens on First Friday and continues through the end of May.


Lucky Pig Studio & Gallery

2524 1/2 W. Colorado Ave. | WEBSITE

Lucky Pig offers contemporary, original art and vintage pieces…and unique, interesting, authentic artifacts from our personal collection and from around the world.


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.


Pikes Peak Artists Collective

2708 W. Colorado Ave. Suite C

(303) 416-5761 | website

Pikes Peak Artist Collective is a community art school. We host pottery, painting, and drawing classes for kids and adults. Every First Friday, we host an open house with live art demos to showcase student artwork.


Surface Gallery

2752 W. Colorado Ave.

4:00-9:00pm | (719) 359-6966 | website

3 New Exhibits

Surface Gallery is proud to present three new exhibits featuring Jasmine Dillavou, Valerie Lloyd, and Dave Hamann.  

The gallery will be open from 4-9 pm.


Pop Kitchen & Events

2902 W Colorado Ave.

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Pop is an innovative cafe/coffee house, shared kitchen/culinary incubator and boutique small event space located in the historic Old Colorado City City Hall. We offer beautiful craft coffee, botanical tea floats, house baked pastries.


Paravicini’s Italian Bistro

2802 W. Colorado Ave., Colorado Springs

(719) 471-8200 | website

Award-winning cuisine, made fresh daily using only the freshest ingredients as we prepare our award-winning menu items.


The Mountain Mercantile

2616 W. Colorado Ave., Suite 19

(520) 678-4894 | website

Featured Artisan: Fuzzy Fiends

Fuzzy Fiends coming in as my featured artisan.

Join our new rewards program where customers can get 15% off a $25 purchase!


Crazee Craves

2616 W. Colorado Ave #16

956-371-6241 | website | facebook

Women-owned, Veteran-owned, Latin-owned.

Bringing south Texas heat to you. Offering Mexican indulgences and a variety of treats to OCC.


Le Soleil

2616 W. Colorado Ave. Unit 10

(719) 464-2220 | website | facebook

Selfcare and metaphysical essentials. Stop by to enjoy 3D Treats as well.


Edenology Holistic Wellness

2611 W Colorado Ave. Studio B Upstairs

(719) 662-3336 | website | facebook

Step into Edenology Holistic Wellness and immerse yourself in the healing embrace of Salt & Halo Therapy, surrounded by the beauty of our hand-painted mural. While you're here, explore our curated Art Wall in the yoga room, showcasing the vibrant creativity of our community artists in a space where wellness and artistry come together in harmony.


EllyBLUE

2605 W. Colorado Ave.

(719) 520-0556 | website | facebook

EllyBLUE is a "lifestyle" boutique specializing in women's clothing, jewelry, whimsical gifts and home décor.


Jewelers Services

2522 W. Colorado Ave.

719-471-8957 | website

We are a full service jewelers offering repairs and appraisals. We also specialize in custom work. All jewelers are onsite as is our potter extraordinaire - Blum Ceramics.


Stella & Beau

2516 W. Colorado Ave.

(719) 985-5390 | facebook

Fashion boutique serving refreshments and treats for First Friday ArtWalk.


Matchbox Candle Co.

2511 W. Colorado Ave.

(719) 285-7548 | website

Visit us during ArtWalk for exclusive sales, artist demonstrations and a good time!


Eclectic OCC & Circa

  • Circa: 2502 W. Colorado Ave

  • Eclectic OCC: 2518 W. Colorado Ave.

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Little Heartshake

2423 W. Colorado Ave., Colorado Springs

(719) 645-8385 | website | facebook

Little Heartshake is a whimsical artist-owned gift shop for all ages featuring art and products designed by owner Kit Hutchinson, as well as a curated selection of beautiful gifts, home goods, and baby/kid gear inspired by our love of nature. 


Mountain View Books

2409 W. Cucharras St.

719-419-7511 | facebook

50% Off Sale

50% off all art, craft and photography books and 50% off art displayed in the store.

Mountain View Books offers a curated selection of used books in a variety of genres, including Colorado history, military and history books, photography and art books. We have artwork available for sale too.


Otra Vez

2317 W. Colorado Ave.

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


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.


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