ART. MUSIC. FOOD. COMMUNITY.
the first Friday of every month, starting at 5pm!
First Fridays is a monthly cultural event highlighting local artists, performers, exhibits, and more! Stop by one of the many art galleries offering new exhibits and special performances, then make a night of it in downtown!
First Fridaysβ primary purpose is to highlight the organizations and spaces that are bringing local, regional, and even national art to the Lynchburg community. Downtown Lynchburg has an ever-expanding tradition of art, culture, dining, and shopping.
HEREβS WHERE TO VISIT IN JANUARY:
SUNDOG ART STUDIOS
π815 Main Street
Weβre sending off Jen in style before she embarks on her exciting adventure to Honduras (donβt worryβsheβll be back). Itβs a Bon Voyage Party and a festive holiday gathering all in one, and weβd love for you to join us.
Date: January 3, 2025
Time: 7-10 PM
Location: Sundog Art Studios, 815 Main St, Lynchburg, VA
Enjoy live music, light refreshments, and a BYOB setup while we celebrate the season and Jenβs upcoming journey.
Frostfire Sauna & Cold Plunge
π828 Main Street
Looking for a unique way to unwind this First Friday? Join Frostfire Sauna & Cold Plunge for an Open House from 5 PM to 7 PM! Enjoy a rejuvenating hour for just $30 or indulge for two hours at $40. Come experience the ultimate relaxation and recoveryβit's the perfect way to end your day! Or simply come in and enjoy the mural art of Abby Pinkard.
Lynchburg Salsa AT EASY SPEAK
π409 5th StREET, suite E
Closed for First Fridays January.
ACADEMY CENTER OF THE ARTSο»Ώ
π600 Main Street
In The Art Galleries
The Ann White Academy Gallery, January 3- February 1st, Anthony Bowes - Oils, βMajesty of the Blue Ridgeβ
The Up Front Gallery, January 3- February 1st, Blue Ridge Photographic Arts Society - Group Exhibition, βMy Happy Placeβ
Arts & Education Building, January 3- February 1st, Opening Minds Through Art (OMA) Art Show, Reception- January 15th, 6-8pm
First Friday Opening
Friday, January 3rd from 5-8 pm
Music: Sommer Walker
RIVERVIEWS ARTSPACE
π901 Jefferson Street
Closed for First Fridays January.
VECTOR SPACEο»Ώ
π2004 memorial avenue
Let's melt some metal! Join us for metal casting and hot beverages in our blacksmithing shop. Volunteers will be on hand to give tours of the vast makerspace and guide you each step of the way through the eveningβs activity.
First Friday is always free, family friendly and open to the public, entry donations of $2 or more are welcome and very appreciated. We look forward to seeing you there! This event is made possible by The Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation, the Downtown Lynchburg Association, amazing volunteers, by donors & community members like you.
Art at the Krise
π829 MAIN STREET
Celebrate First Friday at Art at the Krise β January Edition!
Come explore the final evening of our current exhibition and enjoy light refreshments, live music, and the warm company of art lovers and creators alike. Itβs a wonderful opportunity to support local artists, discover unique pieces, and start the new year with inspiration.
π Art at the Krise β Where Creativity Meets Community
For more information, contact director@artathekrise.com
LYNCHBURG ART CLUB
π1011 Rivermont Avenue
The LACβs January 2025 Exhibit β 2024 Lynchburg Art Festival First, Second & Third Place Winners
The Lynchburg Art Clubβs January 3, 2025 exhibit, will featuring the First, Second and Third Place winners of the 2024 Lynchburg Art Festival β Theresa Conklin, Mary Hastings and Gina Louthian-Stanley
The Exhibition will open on First Friday, January 3, 2025, through Sunday, January 26, 2025.
The Lynchburg Art Club & Gallery invites you to the First Friday reception for their January exhibition. The reception will be on January 3, 2025 from 5pm to 7:30pm
Steven Francis Fine Art
π1200 Main Street
Gay Tucker: Short & Sweet
Jan 2-Jan 11
Reception Jan 3rd 5-8pm
Please join SFFA on First Friday, 1/3 from 5-8pm at our Main Street Gallery and view our current exhibition βShort & Sweet,β featuring the beautiful work of Lynchburg artist Gay Tucker. Tucker is an oil painter and has been an active member of the local art scene for many years. She is considered an intuitive impressionist with occasional excursions into other styles, including abstraction.
You can also join SFFA on Saturday 1/4 , from 2-5pm at our Tradewynd Gallery for the opening reception of βThe School of Beauty & Goodness.β This show features the work of six former students of Philip Geiger. Come and meet these wonderful artists and see their amazing work! For more information, visit www.stevenfrancisfineart.com
