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First Friday Art Groove

  • Estes Park, CO 80517
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  • Presented By: Estes Arts District
  • Recurrence: Recurring monthly on the 1st Friday
  • Location: Various Locations
  • Address: Estes Park, CO 80517
  • Time: 5-7 p.m.
  • Price: Free
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The Estes Arts District presents the FIRST FRIDAY! Art Groove.  Come out and do the tour. Come see what new in the local art world. Daily hours may vary.

1 - Bear & Bee | Makers' Studio & Boutique 541 Big Thompson Ave, Suite 201 - 970-988-5763 
Stop by Bear & Bee this FIRST FRIDAY! Art Groove for sweet bites and wine tasting with Sommelier Jason Endsley.  We are home to Colorado's one of a kind "Art Bar" where you can try out projects in many different media. Inspiration is always on tap at the Art Bar!  Check out our inspiring workshops by guest artists and fun projects.  We have something for everyone at Bear & Bee! Craft & Sip, Pottery Wheels, Date Nights, Family Crafts, Wood burning, Painting, Stained Glass, & More
FF! 5:00-7:00 

2 - Art Center of Estes Park 517 Big Thompson Ave - 970-586-5882
Featuring member art and new shows each month​.
Current Show - "Mentor/Student Show" Don’t miss your last chance to see the “Magic of Masks” and “Mentor/Student Show. Stop by the Art Center and check out the amazing masks created by our talented community and enjoy some wine and delicious bites.  
FF! 5:00-7:00 pm

3- The Studio Fine Art & Framing - 343 S St Vrain Ave - 
~If you haven't had a chance... Across the street, check out the Estes Arts District Community Mural in progress on the back wall of Napa Auto Parts just south of The Studio at 351 S St Vrain Ave and conveniently east of Avant Garde Aleworks!

4 - Earthwood Artisans 360 E. Elkhorn Ave - 970-586-2151
Come see the new Loom woven tapestries and slab work ceramic mugs. Explore and treat yourself during the FIRST FRIDAY! Art Groove. We Love art and we love to share it with you. Pottery, glass, wood, wall sculptures and jewelry are all ready to be explored.​
Live music with Chris Theunissen
FF! 5:00 - 7:00 pm

5 - Aspen and Evergreen Gallery 356 E. Elkhorn Ave - 970-586-4355
Change of Seasons is coming as spring will arrive soon, and our new display wall features springtime art from many of our 85 local artists. Also, engage with Jenifer Cline as she crafts an oil painting demo. Sing along with local favorites Nielson & Nicholson! Enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres and cocktails with artist and community friends. And, enter a free raffle for a handmade piece of art!
FF! 5:00 - 7:00pm

6 - Signature Home Team
Keller Willaims Office 
320 E. Elkhorn Ave - 970-586-8500
Estes Park, Colorado, is known for its stunning natural beauty, and while it may not have as many galleries as larger cities, it does offer several places where you can appreciate and purchase art. We are currently featuring an array of artwork for purchase in our lobby provided by Aspen and Evergreen Gallery. Light refreshments served.
FF! 5:00 - 7:00pm

7 - Images of RMNP 203 Park Lane - 970-586-4352
Photography by Erik Stensland
Check out this charming little gallery and pick up the latest book from Erik, Wild Light, 2nd Edition.
Gallery Hours 10pm - 5pm

10 - Earthwood Collections 141 E. Elkhorn Ave - 970-577-8100
Fine Art Painters of Earthwood ​Winter Show. Fine artists include, but are not limited to, Mitch Caster, Dave Landers, Coni Grant, Margaret Jensen, Dawn Normali, Stan Sidorov, Vicky Russell, Brooke Connor, Heather Coen, George Coll, Betty Horschler, Dawn Reinfeld, Lena Sidorova, Julianne Miller, Lyse Dzija, Maggie Renner Hellman and Lou Renner. Live Jazz Music with Max Wagner and Stu McAskie
FF! 5:00 - 7:00pm

11 - Inspired Artisan Market & Studio
138 Moraine Avenue - 970-685-8818
(Open at New Location just east of Park Theatre entrance) Support Colorado Artists! Demos and classes available. It's tie-Die FRIDAY!
Regular gallery hours
Th - M 11am - 5pm, Closed T - W

FF! Stop in for a Drop –
Enjoy a true taste of Colorado along the FIRST FRIDAY! Art Groove route. Daily hours may vary.

- Snowy Peaks Winery-292 Moraine Ave -   Artwork by artist members of the Art Center of Estes Park.  FF! Live music 4:00-6:00 by Nick Molle in the tasting room - call to reserve a table. 970-586-2099

- Rock Cut Brewery-390 W Riverside Dr - landscape photography by Julian Garrett of Mountain Vibes Media. FF! Mangia Mangia Pizzaria Food Truck

- Avant Garde Aleworks-920 Dunraven St 
FF! 12pm - 9pm

- Elkins Tasting Room-137 E Elkhorn Ave

- Lumpy Ridge Brewery-531 S St Vrain Ave