North Village Arts District

09/06/2026

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Welcome to the North Village Arts District!

WE MOVED! We are so excited to announce our move to the ! To Celebrate, I am giving away a Classic Pet Portrait Session!

09/04/2026

Because of the extreme and dangerous heat, Luna Hawk trio will be moving to Acola Coffee! Check them out and sit in the nice cool comfortable atmosphere.

Join us this First Friday in the North Village Arts District for an exciting lineup of activities funded by the Office of Cultural Affairs!

This Friday’s Highlights:

• Live Music: Enjoy performances by local musicians, showcasing a variety of genres.

• Art Activities: Get hands-on with engaging art projects hosted by community organizations, perfect for all ages.

This program enriches our community and adds vibrancy to our celebrations. Don’t miss out on the fun and creativity—come support local talent and make some art! 🎶🎨

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

Join us this First Friday in the North Village Arts District for an exciting lineup of activities funded by the Office of Cultural Affairs!

This Friday’s Highlights:

• Live Music: Enjoy performances by local musicians, showcasing a variety of genres.

• Art Activities: Get hands-on with engaging art projects hosted by community organizations, perfect for all ages.

This program enriches our community and adds vibrancy to our celebrations. Don’t miss out on the fun and creativity—come support local talent and make some art! 🎶🎨

09/01/2026

This Friday join us Lore Tattoo from 6-9! Menu dropping soon!

08/31/2026

First Friday is this:

It is the feeling of walking through the North Village Arts District while galleries are open, music is playing, local businesses are welcoming people in, and the neighborhood feels alive with conversation, creativity, and community.

You might meet an artist, find a new favorite shop, hear live music, run into friends, or discover a space you have walked past but never stepped inside.

That is the beauty of First Friday. It gives you a simple way to experience Columbia’s creative culture in real life.

Come walk the North Village Arts District, follow what catches your eye, and make the night your own.

First Friday of each month | 9.4.26
Columbia, Missouri
northvillageartsdistrict.org/first-fridays/

08/31/2026

First time coming to First Friday? Know this:

First Friday in the North Village Arts District is a monthly invitation to explore local art, music, food, shops, galleries, studios, and creative spaces in one walkable Columbia neighborhood.

Start with one stop, then follow what catches your eye. Step into a gallery, listen for live music, grab something to eat or drink, visit a local business, and let the night unfold from there.

Come for a quick walk or make a full evening of it. First Friday is an easy way to experience more of Columbia’s creative community.

Come curious. Walk around. Find something new.

First Friday happens the first Friday of every month in the North Village Arts District. Join us for our next one on September 4th!

Show up • Stroll • Discover • Stay • Repeat
First Friday of each month | 9.4.26
Columbia, Missouri
northvillageartsdistrict.org/first-fridays/

08/31/2026

First Friday is easy to enjoy when you let the night unfold one stop at a time.

Start with a gallery, a drink, a bite to eat, a shop, or a live music stop. From there, walk the North Village Arts District and see what pulls you in next.

There is no single right route. Come with a friend, bring your family, make it a date night, or take yourself on a solo art walk. First Friday is flexible, walkable, and full of ways to experience something local.

Pick your starting point, give yourself time to wander, and let First Friday do the rest.

First Friday is happening this week on 9/4!

First Friday of each month | 9.4.26
Columbia, Missouri
northvillageartsdistrict.org/first-fridays/

08/22/2026

Who loves supporting art and a great cause at the same time?! Love Columbia is holding a special Joel Knapp art sale on Thursday, August 27, from 5–8 PM, with hundreds of original works available. Don't miss out on the action!

One week until the Final Joel Knapp Art Sale! 💜 Love Seat