Fri. Feb 7 | 5-9 PM
Grab a friend (or meet a new one!) at the FIRST Highlandtown First Friday Art Walk of 2025! There are inspiring new exhibits to explore, delicious drinks and snacks to try, and opportunities to connect and learn. Ready to show your community some love? Check out what’s going on tonight!
EXHIBITS | Highlandtown is bursting with exhibitions and new work this month: at Creative Alliance, eight artists in residence are presenting “Gathered Perspective” while young people’s work is showcased in “CULTURE: Symbols, Heroes & Ritual”; attend Crystal Moll Gallery’s Artist Reception for “”2 Color Palettes: 1 City – New Works by Tim Kelly and Crystal Moll”; a collection by Will Brown is hanging up at Snake Hill Tavern; find the “100 Artist Show” at Highlandtown Gallery; finally, explore RoofTop Hot’s love-themed exhibition of work by neighborhood artists!
CONNECT | Learn techniques from an artist restoring hurricane-damaged paintings at 3402 Art and bond with fellow educators and youth-adjacent folx during the “Liberation Libations” session (ages 21+) at Dreamers Books.
POP-UPS | Stop in for a fun drink pop-up at Locality and a Mini Queer Makers pop-up at Dreamers Books!
PERFORMANCE | Vibe with the DJ at Filippo’s Restaurant, or check out The Hub @3522’s Jam Session if you are feeling musical (or just want to listen)! (Please note, Improv Show at Points North Studio is sold out for February)
FOOD & DRINKS | Franchesca’s Empanadas Cafe hosts a wine tasting and cake-decorating session ($), while Charmington Holistic invites you to try their tea-inspired, NA soda drinks. Off the Rox will be sampling beers from 5th Company Brewing. Snacks, dinner and drinks can be found at Ovenbird, RoofTop Hot, Sally O’s, Dreamers Books, Snake Hill, Filippo’s Restaurant, Mystic Burrito, and more!
The Highlandtown Art Walk is a self-guided tour. Please note, some venues are open earlier than 5pm and some stay open past 8pm. Please check individual listings.
ART WALK MAP with all venues, addresses and event descriptions, CLICK HERE!
Art Walk FAQ
When is the event?
This event takes place from 5-9pm on the first Friday of each month – a list of dates is below. Hours vary by location, be sure to check the map for details!
Is it free?
The Art Walk is FREE to attend, with drink and food specials at restaurants and bars like Snake Hill, Sally O’s, Mystic Burrito, Franchesca’s Empanadas Cafe, and Filippo’s Restaurant (and more!). The Art Walk is self-guided–be sure to check the map for venue details.
It’s my first time attending, where should I start?
You can start at any participating venue and create your own route. We suggest first-time visitors start at either Creative Alliance (3134 Eastern Ave) or Highlandtown Gallery (248 S. Conkling St), which is near several venues and has free street parking, too.
How do I get there and where do I park?
Free street-parking is available throughout the neighborhood. Metered parking is available on Eastern Ave and Conkling Street (and is free after 6pm). City buses #21, #22, Navy, Blue bring you to the district.
Where should I eat?
There are many restaurants including carry-out, fast-casual and sit-down. We recommend you decide where to eat early in the night, as popular spots like Mystic Burrito, Matthew’s Pizza, Snake Hill, and Sally O’s get crowded. (Please note, Sally O’s takes reservations).
Is there a bathroom at the event?
Bathrooms are available at most venues and restaurants. Just ask at the venue and they’ll direct you to the nearest facility.
I’m an artist, performer or vendor! How do I participate?!
Artists, performers and vendors can join our “Art Walk Vendor List” by completing this online form. We share this with our venues and they’ll reach out if interested.
You’re also welcome to attend an Art Walk, meet our venues and make a match directly!
If you’ve got an Art Walk question email johanna@southeastcdc.org
Art Walk 2025 Dates
Feb 7 | Mar 7 | Apr 4 | May 2 | Jun 6
Aug 1 | Sep 5 | Oct 3 | Nov 7 | Dec 5
*No Art Walk on July 4th
