Gallery Walk • Monthly, First Friday • 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
For more than 37 years, local gallery owners in Hot Springs have nurtured a vibrant arts community by opening their doors on the first Friday of every month.
Each Gallery Walk showcases new exhibitions from both established and emerging artists, featuring an eclectic mix of paintings, sculpture, photography, and more. Visitors are invited to meet the artists, explore their work, and experience the rich cultural landscape that defines Hot Springs.
Since its founding in 1989, this monthly tradition has brought fresh energy to Hot Springs’ scenic and historic downtown. From contemporary to traditional, Gallery Walk offers something for every taste, making the city the place to be on the first Friday of each month.
Friday, September 4, 2026
Celebrate your Labor Day Weekend with Us at Gallery Walk | Downtown Hot Springs Area
We have a gallery list of participants for this Friday’s Gallery Walk, along with the $250 gift card giveaway.
For every $50 you spend at a participating location, you earn one drawing entry for a $250 gallery gift card; submit your receipt to hsaca@hotspringsarts.org. The more you spend, the more entries you earn.
Here are the confirmed participating Galleries:
Artists’ Workshop Gallery — 610A Central Avenue
Thirty-six local artists fill the gallery this month with paintings, drawings, ceramics, jewelry, and mixed media. Featured Artists Moonokie McIntire and Michael Preble headline the panels, alongside Featured Miniatures by Maureen Rousseau and Jan Briggs. Charlie Mink brings live dulcimer music throughout the evening.
Blue Donut Gallery — 430 Valley Street
The September exhibit theme is “SOFT,” featuring emerging artist Gabriela Hogue.
Dryden Pottery — 341 Whittington Avenue
Dryden Pottery unveils finished pieces from the Zack Dryden and Longhua Xu 80th-anniversary collaborative collection, alongside new watercolor work from artist Sonja Crawford Parnell. Meet the artists during a reception with refreshments, live music, and pottery demonstrations.
Static — 246 Ouachita Avenue, Suite 102Featured artist Norma will be on hand to talk about her moon cycle paintings, a series exploring bodily ritual, memory, and cosmic rhythm. Desserts served during the meet-and-greet.
Collective Arts Gallery — 620 Central Avenue, Suite 2B
The gallery’s “Blue” exhibit opens in the entry and features work from its 56 local member artists. Gallery Walk evening includes a meet-and-greet with artists, refreshments, and live music.
Aqua Gift Boutique — 340 Central Avenue (Closes 7 p.m.) & Wrapped Gift Boutique — 404 Central Avenue
Both boutiques feature original works, prints, and note cards from artist Alison Parsons. Gallery Walk evening brings a meet-and-greet with champagne and treats.
American Art Gallery — 724 Central Avenue
American Art features new work during Gallery Walk, with food and beverage served throughout the evening.
All Things Arkansas — 610C Central Avenue
This family-owned shop celebrating Arkansas artists and makers offers food, beverage, and live music during Gallery Walk evening.
Ouachita Wax and Naturals — 118 Central Avenue
This Choctaw-owned candle and gift shop serves beverages and snacks during Gallery Walk evening.
Justus Fine Art Gallery — 827 Central Avenue
The September exhibit features richly textured oil, wax, and mixed media paintings by Arkansas artist Sammy Peters, who has exhibited his work for more than 60 years, alongside sculpture by Robyn Horn and Sandra Sell. The exhibit runs September 4 through 30, with an opening reception during Gallery Walk.
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📍Find direct links to addresses and directions from the Gallery Walk Facebook Event Page.
2026 Gallery Walk Dates To Attend
February 6 | March 6 | April 3 | May 1 (During Arts & the Park) | June 5 | July 3
August 7 | September 4 | October 2 | November 6 | December 4