For One-of-a-Kind Giving: Try an Artwalk!

Among Seattle’s great neighborhoods are a dozen monthly Artwalks, and they’re ready for holiday shoppers!  All types of media are featured, but most Artwalks also have music, food and special events, too. Artwalk hours are from 6-9 pm unless otherwise noted. Below is a timeline of what’s happening when during December, as well as when Artwalks are held year-round. Click on the neighborhood name for their weblink.

December 1^st (first Wednesdays)

Wallingford – One of the largest of the neighborhood art walks, most located right on 45^th St N.

December 2^nd (first Thursdays)

Pioneer Square – This venue is so big, it’s best to check their website where you can choose what kind of art you’re searching for.

Chinatown – This month, they also have Shop-o-Rama events on Saturdays from December 4-18.

December 3^rd (first Fridays)

Fremont – You don’t need a First Friday to party at Fremont, but this month also hosts the Annual Lenin Lighting!  Join the fun at 5 pm and stay for shopping at many venues.

December 9^th (second Thursdays)

Capitol Hill –Hours for the Blitz Capitol Hill Arts Walk runs from 5-8 pm.  Wander around more than 50 venues, with activities varying every month.

West Seattle – Over 60 merchants covering West Seattle Junction, Alki Beach, Admiral District, Morgan Junction, Fauntleroy District and Delridge.  This month’s hours are extended for late night shopping.

December 10^th (second Fridays)

Greenwood/Phinney –Located along Phinney Ave N and Greenwood Ave N.

December 11^th (second Saturdays)

Ballard — Start at the south end of Ballard Ave, work your way up the street to Market and beyond!

Central District   — Held at 23^rd Ave and E Cherry St from 1-5 pm.

Georgetown – Art Attack at over 30 venues, covering the neighborhood, the Horton Building, south of Corson and North Airport Way.

December 16^th (third Thursdays)

Belltown – Art, food and music all around Belltown.

Upper Queen Anne – No active website available.  Look for the balloons in front of participating venues along Queen Anne Ave N.

If you’d like to see all the Artwalk information at a glance, Seattle Councilman Nick Licata has a great arts link.  Check it out for all kinds of Seattle culture information. And happy shopping!

Belltown Art Walk on September 16th

The next Belltown Art Walk & More begins at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 16^th.  Make sure you pick up a flyer as you stroll about. It will contain coupons good for discounts and 2-for-1 offers at Belltown’s most popular restaurants and bars.  We’ve grouped these by avenue for your convenience.  For a map and current event information, check out this link.

Western & Bell:  Mars Hill Church, 2333 Western Ave

1^st & Blanchard: Vain, 2018 1^st Ave

1^st & Blanchard: Gary Manuel Salon, 2127 1^st Ave

1^st & Battery:  Form/Space Atelier, 2407 1^st Ave

1^st & Broad: Allure Salon, 2915 1^st Ave

2^nd & Virginia:  Whisky Bar, 2000 2^nd Ave

2^nd & Blanchard: See Sound Lounge, 115 Blanchard St

2^nd & Blanchard:  Belltown Barber, 2219 2^nd Ave #A

2^nd & Bell:  Bedlam Coffee, 2231 2^nd Ave

2^nd & Bell: Roq La Rue, 2312 2^nd Ave

2^nd & Bell:  Damaged Goods, 2316 2^nd Ave

2^nd & Bell:  Stylus, 2321 2^nd Ave

2^nd & Battery:  City Hostel Seattle, 2327 2^nd Ave

3^rd & Wall: Belltown Video, 2500 3^rd Ave

3^rd & Cedar:  Street Bean, 2702 3^rd Ave

4^th & Bell:  Belltown Pull-Apart, 2308 4^th Ave

4^th & Bell:  Gilt Edge Society, 2312 4^th Ave

4^th & Blanchard:  Yellow Leaf Cupcakes, 2313 4^th Ave

5^th & Cedar:  Musadesign, 2617 5^th Ave

Denny & Taylor:  In.Fringe, 100 Taylor Ave N #A2

9^th & Westlake:  Art Not Terminal, 2045 Westlake Ave

9^th & Blanchard:  Eleveight Salon, 2130 Westlake Ave

9^th & Westlake:  Design Theory, 2132 Westlake Ave