Featured photo: Artwork by Katherine Kesey
First Friday Gallery Crawl
Discover art in South End.
South End is home to a vast array of art in all forms: fine art galleries offering everything from the realist to the experimental, colorful public murals, larger-than-life installations on the Rail Trail and dozens of studio spaces where artists and artisans dream and create.
Take in the local art scene on South End First Friday--a day when galleries and shops offer extended hours and special receptions. Build in a visit to any of the neighborhood’s restaurants and breweries, and it’s a whole night out!
Here's what to know:
- This event is FREE, open to the public, and family-friendly; no RSVP or ticket is required.
- Some galleries may serve light refreshments or feature live painting.
- Exhibits change regularly, so be sure to keep this event on your calendar throughout the year.
- Gallery Crawl was named the Best Artsy Place to Take a Date by Charlotte Magazine.
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check out the august gallery crawl map
What to expect this month:
First Friday is being held on August 1. Participating businesses include Dilworth Artisan Station, All My Heart Studio, StudioWorks Gallery and Wooden Robot Brewery.
Dilworth Artisan Station, 5:30-8:30 pm
118 E. Kingston Ave
Dilworth Artisan Station is located in a 100-year-old building that has 30 creatives and their working studios under one historic roof.
FEATURED WORK
"Solitude's Gift" by Janine Medlin
All My Heart Studio, 11 am - 7 pm
All My Heart Studio is a vibrant tattoo and fine‑art gallery housed in the heart of South End at 214 W Tremont Ave #100 in Charlotte, showcasing custom artwork by talented resident and local artists including Graham Beech, Adam Barun, Elisa Sanchez, Natalie Gardiner, and Will "Willie" King. This creative space not only offers top‑tier tattoo services but also functions as a dynamic exhibition venue and event space dedicated to art shows, flash tattoo events, and community gatherings. As part of the First Friday Gallery Crawl, the studio invites visitors to explore original visual art installations, meet the artists, and enjoy an immersive experience in a uniquely curated environment.
Wooden Robot Brewery, 8 am - 4 pm
Discover local talent showcased in the cozy atmosphere of your favorite neighborhood coffee shop! Sip on your go-to drink while exploring a variety of unique art exhibits.
StudioWorks Artist Collective + Gallery, 5-8 pm
StudioWorks is a 12-woman artist collective and gallery open during gallery crawls, by appointment, and through designer consultations.
FEATURED WORK
"Keep Me in Mind" 36"x48" by Allison Schellpfeffer
Looking to discover bites & brews in the neighborhood?
South End is home to some of the best restaurants and breweries in Charlotte. Explore all that the neighborhood has to offer.
Learn more about South End Art
Learn more about Black muralists in South End
See the guide to neighborhood murals
Thank you for your support!