First Wednesday Art Walk
The First Wednesday of Each Month from 5-9 p.m. in Downtown Jacksonville
Downtown Vision has proudly hosted the First Wednesday Art Walk since 2003 to welcome people to DTJax and celebrate the community’s deep pool of creative talent.
Art Walk has returned after a break due to the pandemic and now takes place monthly! We invite you to bring your family, friends and coworkers for a self-guided tour of Downtown’s northbank core on the first Wednesday of every month. Explore three major hubs: James Weldon Johnson Park, The Jessie (duPont Center) and Vagabond Flea at The Breezeway at Vystar Tower, and all the businesses and public art between. Art Walk runs 5-9 p.m., rain or shine.
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James Weldon Johnson Park
Browse works by local artists, grab a quick bite at one of our food trucks, and listen to live performances while sipping a beer at James Weldon Johnson Park’s Beer Garden.
Artists and food trucks in James Weldon Johnson Park must apply through Downtown Vision.
August Art Walk Highlights:
Join us for another First Wednesday Art Walk on August 3rd!
Catch live music provided by Big Papa Fish and grab a drink from the Art Walk Bier Garten!
Food Vendors:
Fusion
Latin Soul Grille
Mr. Potato Spread
Frozen Sweets Truck
Artists:
2one5 Designs Jacksonville
Abdul’s Paintings And Carved Candles
Abedullah Alansari
Airing Grandma’s Laundry & other hush hush family secrets
Ameenah’s Sensory Toys & Baby Blankets
Artistic Ways by SassyJ
Attia Designs
Axel Doi Art and Design
Bella The Scientist
BWA (Brit Webber Arts)
Candy Painted Boutique
Cosmic abstract creations
Curly Girly Creations
Frank Reteguiz – Author
Gist Portfolio llc
Hand Crafted by Alice
Jackie Davenport Art
JDC PhotoFire
K.R.’s Woodworking
Kismet Art Studios
Knotted Vines
laGoddess magazine
Lanaycreations
Macaroni Snail Art
Mankin Laserworks
Marco’s Print & Paint
Mark Lester Ceramics and Graven Studios
MSW Stained Glass
Native Crochet
Ocean’s Treasures
Old Lady Kay Boutique
Outta Bound Sportz
PaintsFromMeToYou
Scrumptchie
Sherika Originals Handcrafted Gifts
Shop KamaSparkle Sundream
Stacy Lee Gallery
Stories From the Underground Railroads
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2one5 Designs Jacksonville
Abdul’s Paintings And Carved Candles
Amanda Moon Art
Art by Brooks
Ameenah’s Taggie Toys & Baby Blankets
Artistic Ways by SassyJ
Axel Doi Art and Design
BayaBooks and More
BB Love Handmade
Boho Babie Jewelry
BWA (Brit Webber Arts)
Candy Painted Boutique
Cosmic abstract creations
Frank Reteguiz – Author
Gist Portfolio llc
Hand Crafted by Alice
Hippie Deluge
JDC PhotoFire
Jill Keller Pop Art
K.R.’s Woodworking
Kismet Art Studios
Knotted Vines
Lady Rebel Stained Glass
Lanaycreations
Native Crochet
Ocean’s Treasures
Old Lady Kay Boutique
Outta Bound Sportz
Scrumptchie
Sparkle Sundream
Stacy Lee Gallery
Stormi Bradshaw Art
Sunkissed Shellz LLC
TeesTats
Special thank you to our friends, Friends of James Weldon Johnson Park!
The Jessie
Each month, the Jessie Ball duPont Center curates an amazing array of local art and performers with a focus on equity and community. Central to the experience is the Corner Gallery, curated by Shawana Brooks. The Jessie is an art gallery in its own right. Learn about the many public art pieces.
August Art Walk Highlights: Performances by Ebonique and DJ Monsta, fun from Jump 4 Jax, and shopping with local vendors. Food Trucks: Souldogs and Doughmeekas Kitchen, and enjoy a performance by the Jacksonville Arts & Music School (JAMS) Kids from 5-7 P.M. Plus, don’t miss a jump rope performance by Jump 4 Jax and the Chalk Art Van. Last chance to check out Moving The Margins exhibition, “Shelter In Place” by artist in residence, Erin Kendrick.
Special thanks to our friends, the duPont Fund!
The Breezeway at Vystar Tower + The Vagabond Flea
Nestled in VyStar Credit Union’s headquarters lies one of Downtown’s best breezeways. Each month, The Vagabond Flea will be filling the The Breezeway at Vystar Tower with unique artists. Stop by to shop, dine, and drink at The Bread and Board Provisions, and end your evening with a cocktail on the Estrella Cocina rooftop.
August Art Walk Highlight: The Breezeway will not have programming during August Art Walk as it undergoes a new mural installation. Bread and Burger will also be closed during this time.
Special thanks to our friends at VyStar Credit Union, Vagabond Coffee Co. and The Bread and Board!
Venue Information
Reimbursable programming stipends are available for businesses within the event footprint.
- 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!
Check Out Downtown Vision’s Other Events:
Sip & Stroll Presented by PNC
Music, food and sunset views
Every Third Thursday | Southbank Riverwalk
Jax River Jams
Free Spring Concert Series
Thursdays in April | Riverfront Plaza
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.
Sponsorship
Interested in sponsoring Art Walk? Please contact Haley Tinkle, Events Manager at Haley@DTJax.org.
Getting Around
Parking
Parking is free after 6 p.m. Art Walk night at meters.
Skyway
A unique and scenic way to get around Downtown, the elevated Skyway will take you down the block or all the way across the St. Johns River for free, with extended hours during Art Walk.
Accessibility
Art walk is centered around James Weldon Johnson Park, our home base, which is a fully wheelchair accessible 1.54 acre public park in the heart of Downtown.