Wenatchee First Fridays

Art Alley @ Pybus
2024-05-03 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Art Alley @ Pybus, 3 N Worthen St, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Featured Artist: Leslie Myers – Acrylic Artist.
Featured Music: Sage Hills Trio.
Beverages and hors d’oeuvres crafted by Pybus Market businesses available via donation!
From the Artist:
“The beauty and diversity of the natural world is the inspiration for my acrylic paintings. Using expressive colors and rich details, I create paintings designed to give the viewer an experience, both up close and at a distance.
As a graduate of Central Washington University, I began my art career with Alaska Silver and Ivory as a scrimshaw artist.
Then, finding it more fun to work larger, I moved from ivory to colored pencil and then to acrylic paint.
I love to share with the viewer a new way to see everyday scenes and details that would be ordinarily passed by.
I hope you’ll find it’s fun to see the world through an artist’s eye.”

Visit Wenatchee Visitors Center & Tasting Room
2024-05-03 17:00 - 19:00 | Visit Wenatchee Visitor’s Center and Tasting Room, 137 N. Wenatchee Ave., Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Featured Artist: Bridged Atkins.
We are excited to showcase our First Friday artist, Bridged Atkins. She is an emerging intuitive mixed media abstract artist based in Ferndale, WA. Join us as she showcases her art pieces including her children’s book, “The Dream Tree”. Dive into her world as she reads aloud during storytime starting at 5:30 PM. Don’t miss out on this enchanting experience!

Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center
2024-05-03 16:00 - 20:00 | Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center, 127 S Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Featured event: Celebrate Apple Blossom Festival History!
The Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center is open free to the public 4-8PM on the First Friday of each month.
Celebrate the Apple Blossom Festival with the Museum! In our Performance Hall, a photo slideshow will play, detailing the cultivation and history of all things Apple Blossom. Complimentary snacks and water will be provided.

Tumbleweed
2024-05-03 16:00 - 19:00 | Tumbleweed, 1 N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee, 98801, United States
Nest + Arrow is a local business that offers Jewelry, Home Decor, Custom Signs, Laser Engravings, Cake Toppers, Apparel, Gift-able items and more. Jennifer Reynolds has a background in Interior Design, is the CEO and Founder of Nest + Arrow, and was born and raised in the Wenatchee Valley. Meet Jennifer and shop her collection May 3rd from 4-7.

Firehouse Pet Shop
2024-05-03 15:30 - 18:30 | Firehouse Pet Shop, 17 S Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Mothers Day Paw-Print Art Event.
Join us on First Friday 5/3/24 from 3:30 to 6:30pm and bring your pet along to make FREE paw print art for Mothers Day! We are hosting this event early enough that you can surprise mom with your art on Mothers Day. You’ll have time to frame it if you wish 😉
We will provide some helpers, the paper and pet safe paint to make some pretty flowers out of your pets paws. You just need to bring you and your pet (and maybe pack your patience as it might be a bit crazy)! Cats are welcome but keep in mind there will be dogs and it might be a bit noisy downstairs with self-wash and the event going on.
The event will be on the lower level, if you can’t do stairs, please use the entrance off the alley. It will be first come first serve, no appointments.

Stones Gastropub
2024-05-03 15:00 - 21:00, 2024-04-05 15:00 - 21:00 | Stones Gastropub, 120 N Wenatchee Ave #120, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
$10 specialty cocktail

LynnArt Gardens
2024-05-03 12:00 - 19:00 | LynnArt Gardens, 302 N Miller St, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
First Friday Garden Art Walk is open for the season!
Lots of projects are coming to completion and we are excited to see you again for First Fridays! Complimentary beverages.
Gardens open from noon to 7pm.

Lemolo Cafe & Deli
2024-05-03 08:00 - 18:00 | Lemolo Cafe & Deli, 114 N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Featured Artist: Lenny Harm.

Using acrylic paint to illustrate a profound love of nature, artist Lenny Harm of Othello shares her work at Lemolo Cafe for the month of May. She expresses herself in a variety of styles and a colorful palate.

Exhibit runs through 5/31.

Ground Control
2024-04-05 18:00 - 22:00 | Ground Control, 10 N. Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
First Friday at Ground Control.
Connect, create, and collaborate at our Progressive Paint Party, led by local artist, Hannah Hein. No artistic experience necessary.
You can also check out work from local mixed-media artist + Ground Control owner, Danielle Dybowski. While you can usually find her pouring beers and planning events, Danielle has a plethora of creative outlets- including watercolor and acrylic painting, as well as embroidery. She loves to play with color and most of her work focuses on women and feminine imagery.

Watercore Cider
2024-04-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Watercore Cider, 19A N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Divergent: A Queer Youth Art Showcase.
Curated by Abbey Kimmel

Hilton Garden Inn
2024-04-05 17:00 - 22:00 | Hilton Garden Inn, 25 N Worthen St., Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
$2.00 off select wine glass pours

Ye Olde Bookshoppe
2024-04-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Ye Olde Bookshoppe, 11 Palouse St, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Featured Artist: Kennedy Clark.

With inspiration from all things strange and whimsical, Kennedy Clark is a local artist with a focus on high texture, abstract mixed media pieces. Kennedy will be joining us on Thursday, April 18th 5-7 p.m. during Girls Night Out. Come down and show support for an amazing local artist.

Stay up-to-date on the local art scene with The Comet Magazine, available in our shop every month.

First Friday Art Walks happen on the First Friday of every month. Calendar of events can be found online at https://wenatcheefirstfridays.com/events/

Bellas Artes Import
2024-04-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Bellas Artes Import, 113 Orondo Ave., Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Indigenous Textiles Gallery.
Presenting a new designer’s collection in the house with more than 15 weaving and embroidery techniques. From the States of Chiapas, Puebla, and Veracruz, these are pieces that transcend.
Join our event with an incredible collaboration with Chef, Katie Selasco @campofarmandkitchen and her magnificent creations for you to taste!
thank you and hope to see you all soon.

Visit Wenatchee Tasting Room
2024-04-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Visit Wenatchee Visitor’s Center and Tasting Room, 137 N. Wenatchee Ave., Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Featured Artists: ‘Ceramic Cider Friday’.
They are a loosely associated group of ceramic artists, living and working in the Wenatchee Valley. They met at the WVC Ceramics Lab and share a love for making ceramic art.” Group: Lindsey Bloomfield, Lisa Pattison, Kathy Mattern, Don Collins, Kimberly Clark, and Cynthia Noyd.
We will also be showcasing beer from Bad Batch Brewing Co.

Wells House
2024-04-05 17:00 - 19:00 | The Wells House, 801-817 Nelson Ave, Wenatchee, 98801, United States
Featured Artist: Michelle Li Murphy. Live Silk Painting at the Wells House.
The historic Wells House is open and free to the public from 5-7 PM on the First Friday of each month.
In April, come and explore the historic Wells House on Friday, April 5th, and experience a live silk painting demonstration by artist Michelle Murphy. During this time, Wells House volunteers will lead guests on a complimentary tour of the house.
Michelle is a fashion and textile designer who has taken their brand Barbarianheart all across the country, from Brooklyn to Los Angeles, specializing in hand-dyed silk fabrics, neckties, and accessories. Learn more about her work here.
Parking for the Wells House can be accessed from 9th Street, with the Wells House located on 625 Nelson Avenue on the Wenatchee Valley College campus. Unfortunately, the Wells House is not currently ADA accessible. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Art Alley @ Pybus
2024-04-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Art Alley @ Pybus, 3 N Worthen St, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Featured Artist: The Artwork of Robert Wilson, curated by Carla Wilson.
Featured Music: Darnell Scott.
Beverages and hors d’oeuvres crafted by Pybus Market businesses available via donation!

Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center
2024-04-05 16:00 - 20:00 | Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center, 127 S Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Open Console Night on the Organ at the Museum
Have you ever played a pipe organ? Here’s your chance!
The Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center is open and free to the public 4-8 PM on the First Friday of each month.
Join us for an Open Console Night on Friday, April 5th, 2024, featuring a live demonstration by an organ crew member, followed by an opportunity to play the organ yourself between 5-7 PM.
The Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center currently houses a 1919 Wurlitzer Pipe Organ, which originally lived in the Liberty Theater. Learn more about this precious piece of history here.
This event kicks off a series featuring the pipe organ, which include two screenings of Buster Keaton films with live organ accompaniment. Stay tuned for information on our Silent Movie Nights coming this spring!

Woody's Classic Man
2024-04-05 15:00 - 19:00 | Woody’s Classic Man, 10 S Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Woody’s Classic Man will have a “Sneak Peek” at our new space for Wenatchee’s First Fridays. We will offer 10% off everything in store. Open 3pm-7pm. We are excited to meet you!

Lemolo Cafe & Deli
2024-04-05 11:00 - 20:00 | Lemolo Cafe & Deli, 114 N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Featured Artist: Jan Cook Mack.
Spring has sprung and Jan Cook Mack will fill our walls for the month of April. Come and see her vibrant spring blooms and wonder at her newfound left-handed dexterity! Come by early for a bite or brew in house or out on the street side.

Firehouse Pet Shop
2024-04-05 09:30 - 18:30 | Firehouse Pet Shop, 17 S Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
It’s Tick Season!
First 25 People to Mention “First Friday” get a Free Tick Key! Be ready for Tick Season!
One Free per Household

After Hours @ The Taproom by Hellbent Brewing
2024-03-01 19:00 - 21:30 | The Taproom by Hellbent Brewing, 7 N. Worthen St. W8, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
After hours is co-sponsored this month by Cafe Columbia and Hellbent Brewing!
Be sure to land here after the Arts Walk! There is so much going on these days on Wenatchee First Fridays, you won’t be able to catch everything, so let’s meet up, share a drink and swap experiences. See you there!

Inspirations Ceramic & Art Cafe
2024-03-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Inspirations Ceramic & Art Cafe, 400 9th Street, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
ladies night | pottery painting
Get the girls together for a fun + creative night out!

Paint pottery

Our shelves are full of a variety of styles including mugs, plates, planters + more. With our large selection there is something perfect for everyone. Prices range from $2 – $85 (average price is $30).

Enjoy drinks + snacks

Treat yourself to our cafe products during your visit (espresso drinks, Union Hill Ciders, 8 rotating ice cream flavors + more).

Learn techniques

Want to learn new art techniques but don’t know where to start? Our knowledgeable team is here to assist you in creating something you will love! Help yourself to our technique bar stocked with specialty glazes, sponges + more. Along with our tutorials + inspiration pages online.

Access to exclusive designs

You get access to our exclusive collection of silkscreens, which give you crisp and clean designs inspired by:
Harry potter, super mario, taylor swift, barbie, squishmallows, christmas movies, friends tv show, the office tv show, star wars, floral designs, inspirational words + more!
$5 ticket details:

Reserves your seat.
Includes all supplies + instruction.

extra details:

Welcoming ages 16+.
Great for beginners + experienced artists alike.
You are welcome to come in early if you want more time to create. Keep in mind that we never require projects to be finished in one session, if you don’t finish we will wrap it up for you to bring back to the studio anytime (no extra fees no matter how many times you visit).
All pottery is fired in our kiln to transform into functional ceramic (you can sign up to receive a text when your ceramic is ready to pick-up)
All of our glazes are non-toxic + water soluble, you never have to worry about stains on your clothes.
It’s Wenatchee First Friday, check out the other creative places you can visit by following the link.

Purchase a ticket to reserve your seat. We will only accept walk-ins if we have seats available.

Watercore Cider
2024-03-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Watercore Cider, 19A N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Live Music: Reece Nobles.
Reece will play a combination of covers and original songs spanning a range of genres with a soulful, compelling, heartfelt style. He is a regular at Open Mic and we are incredibly excited to showcase his talent. Join us!

Ground Control
2024-03-01 17:00 - 21:00 | Ground Control, 10 N. Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Featured Artist: Mystic North jewelry.
Mystic North jewelry is Indigenously owned creating wearable art inspired by nature and our beautiful local surroundings. specializing in unique hand-hammered wire wrapped stones and bead work.

Mela
2024-03-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Mela, 17 N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
March Artist Reception, Kari Litchfield. Fluid Acrylics.
Kari Litchfield is a self-taught abstract artist who works with a variety of different mediums and styles. Her art practice is free flowing, bursting with color and metallic accents.
Fluid Art is Kari’s main focus which includes the use of alcohol inks, epoxy resin, and watercolor paints. Her choice process is acrylic fluid
painting.
Kari teaches art at Pioneer Middle School as her full-time career but has created a free-lance art business that she runs in her spare time called “Adventuresthruart.”
Mela has been a key exhibition venue in Wenatchee for area artists, hosting 149 exhibitions over the course of 14 years.
Kari’s exhibition runs through March 31st.
Enjoy the art walk…

The Wells House
2024-03-01 17:00 - 19:00 | The Wells House, 801-817 Nelson Ave, Wenatchee, 98801, United States
The historic Wells House is open and free to the public from 5-7 PM on the First Friday of each month.
In March, explore the historic Wells House and try to find all the golden coins hidden in every nook and cranny of this treasured home!
Parking for the Wells House can be accessed from 9th Street, with the Wells House located on 801 Nelson Ave. on the Wenatchee Valley College campus. Unfortunately, the Wells House is not currently ADA accessible. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Art Alley @ Pybus
2024-03-01 17:00 - 19:00 | Art Alley @ Pybus, 3 N Worthen St, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Featured Artist: Sharratt DeLong.
Show Title: “Flower Power”.
Featured Music: Nate Weakley.
Beverages and hors d’oeuvres crafted by Pybus Market businesses available via donation!

Visit Wenatchee Visitors Center & Tasting Room
2024-03-01 17:00 - 19:00 | Visit Wenatchee Visitor’s Center and Tasting Room, 137 N. Wenatchee Ave., Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Featured Musician: Nic Allen.
March’s First Friday in the Visit Wenatchee Tasting Room features music by Nic Allen and Union Hill cider. Grab your friends and head to the tasting room, located at the Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce, to enjoy a glass of local wine, beer, or cider and listen to some great music.

Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center
2024-03-01 16:00 - 20:00 | Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center, 127 S Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Opening of the 45th Annual Regional High School Art Show
The Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center is open and free to the public 4-8 PM on the First Friday of each month.
Come see the opening of the 45th annual Regional High School Art Show on Friday, March 1st. Each year, the museum collaborates with the North Central Educational Service District and the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction to showcase the creativity of this region’s young artists.

The 20th annual Beauty of Bronze will also be showcasing student sculptures from all over North Central Washington.

Guests will be treated to live music featuring the Jazz Jam Quintet, 6-8 PM. Light refreshments will be provided, with beer and wine available for purchase for those 21+.
