Best Art Walks In OC
If you are looking for a fun, inexpensive way to get out of the house and be surrounded by cool, art-minded individuals, check out these free art walks open to the public. Perfect for a date night or time with friends, these events celebrate art, music, fashion and food in some of Orange County's most alluring cities.
First Thursdays Art Walk`
307 Cliff Drive
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 683-6871
www.firstthursdaysartwalk.com
It's hard to beat exploring art at a picturesque location like Laguna Beach. Not only will the art touch the soul, but the natural outdoor beauty will enhance the experience. With more than 25 galleries celebrating Laguna Beach's prominent art scene, visitors are sure to be impressed by the plethora of art presented. The three gallery locations include North Galleries, Central Galleries and South Galleries and can be accessed by the shuttle service offered on site. Click here to see the shuttle map and coordinate your outing.
Downtown Santa Ana Art Walk
207 N. Broadway
Santa Ana, CA 92701
(714) 547-6100
www.firstsaturdaysartwalk.tumblr.com
Orange County is often noted for beautiful suburban communities, but Santa Ana is becoming an attractive destination for urban dwellers and suburbanites alike. The unique Santa Ana backdrop complements this comprehensive art walk held on the first Saturday of each month. One can expect to see various artistic mediums presented, live performances and crafts, and the surrounding restaurants will keep your belly satisfied throughout the evening. For those who prefer a less cookie-cutter area not filled with strip malls, this is where it's at. This diverse Orange County spot will have inspirational works of art for sale at affordable prices and enable you to experience an art scene rich in culture.
SOBECA Art Walk
2937 Bristol St.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 966-6661
www.ocartwalk.com
The SOBECA Art Walk is hosted on the last Tuesday of each month and is supported by local businesses and the Costa Mesa Cultural Arts Committee. Visitors can expect to see a diversity of art such as paintings, drawings, photography, wood work, jewelry and crafts. Additionally, live acoustic music accompanies the outing, and many restaurants have price specials if you want to have a drink and bite to eat.
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Fullerton Art Walk
223 W. Santa Fe Ave.
Fullerton, CA 92832
(714) 871-2727
www.fullertonartwalk.com
Fullerton's young, eclectic vibe serves as an ideal destination for an art walk. Open to public the first Friday of each month, the event illustrates a variety of art at several locations throughout the downtown area and attracts a considerable number of art enthusiasts. More than 30 locations will be exhibiting art, music and live performances, and several businesses will have free refreshments to snack on throughout the evening. Check out the map here to plan where you want to start your art tour.
Huntington Beach Downtown Art Walk
538 Main St.
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
(714) 536-8300
www.hbdowntown.com
Enjoy fresh ocean air, sun and art at the Huntington Beach Art Walk. Held every third Thursday of the month, this artistic showcase presents the work of professional and emerging artists throughout downtown Huntington Beach. Many pieces are for sale if you find an item that you can't leave without, and what's even cooler is the artists are often there to chat with.
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