Sip wine, watch artists paint live, and take home a piece of 30A at Gulf Place's beloved monthly gallery night.
June 5, 2026 – October 2, 2026
16:00 – 19:00
61 Town Center Rd, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
<p>On the first Friday of every month through October, the charming Gulf Place Artists Village on 30A transforms into a lively outdoor gallery night that is not to be missed. The First Friday ArtWalk brings together participating galleries and studios with extended hours from 4 to 7 PM, filling the oak-shaded walkways with refreshments, live music, and the infectious energy of artists who love what they do. It's a genuine cultural highlight of the 30A coast.</p><p>The crown jewel of the evening is the Battle of the Brushes — a live painting competition where local artists set up their easels and create original works in real time. Watch talent unfold before your eyes, then purchase a freshly finished painting as the event wraps up. It's a rare chance to see the artistic process up close and take home a one-of-a-kind piece of Gulf Coast art with a story attached.</p><p>Gulf Place sits right on Scenic Highway 30A in Santa Rosa Beach, easy to find and easy to love. The village's unique blend of working artists, boutique galleries, and casual outdoor atmosphere makes ArtWalk evenings feel both special and approachable. Whether you're a collector or a casual admirer, this is one of those quintessential 30A experiences that reminds you why this stretch of coast is unlike anywhere else in Florida.</p>
Art lovers, collectors, couples, and culturally curious vacationers exploring 30A
Live art galleries open late with refreshments and music, plus the Battle of the Brushes where artists compete live and sell their finished paintings at the end of the night.
This happens only on the FIRST Friday of each month — 2026 dates are June 5, July 3, August 7, September 4, and October 2. Gulf Place also has dining options for a pre-walk dinner.
Free to attend; original art available for purchase