South End Gallery Crawl is an arts event that takes place the first Friday of every month. Galleries stay open late to host receptions for new exhibits. Many exhibits are timed to open the first Friday of the month. The events often include live music, food, and beer or wine. The events are free to attend.
Hours for the different venues might vary, but a good guideline is 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Besides the fine arts galleries in the South End, some events take place in non-conventional venues as well.
You might be interested in a list of Charlotte art museums, galleries and events.
First Friday
Here’s what’s going on March 3rd, 2023. Go to southendclt.org/events/first-friday for more information, including the addresses of each of these venues.
Hodges Taylor Art Consultancy
5-7pm
Hodges Taylor presents IN CONVERSATION: Austin Ballard + Nadia Haji Omar. Austin Ballard is a Charlotte-born and New York-based sculptor, and Nadia Haji Omar is an artist of Syrian, Indian, and Sri Lankan descent based in Rhode Island.
Condado Tacos
5-7pm
View the colorful artwork and murals created by local artists at Condado Tacos South End. A special First Friday Gallery Crawl station will be set up under the “Tacos” sign with complimentary chips and salsa along with hosts that can share information about each of the artists.
Dilworth Artisan Station
6-9 pm
Tour 30+ artists’ studios on the 2nd and 3rd floors of Dilworth Artisan Station, a restored historic building located along the Rail Trail. Guests who are 21+ are also welcome to check out the newly opened Canopy Cocktails & Garden located on the 1st floor courtyard.
StudioWorks Artist Collective + Gallery
5-8pm
StudioWorks is home to 12 all-women, professional artists. See new works by Ashley Sellner and Jenny Fuller in the March Gallery Crawl.
Shed Brand Studio
5-8pm
Shed Brand Studio will have stained glass, crafted jewelry, handmade pottery, and soaps on display. Register for their popular workshops as you tour their space.
South End Interactive
Interact with 10 murals in the South End Interactive program for a behind-the-scenes video about the artists and their artistic inspiration. Follow @ArtWalksCLT to join an upcoming guided tour hosted by Anne Lowe and a local artist.
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