Mechanics of Art ⚙️
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October 3rd
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Next Art Walk
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Mechanics of Art ⚙️ ✧ October 3rd ✧ Next Art Walk ✧
Welcome to Conway Art Walk!
First Fridays
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5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Downtown Conway
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First Fridays ✧ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm ✧ Downtown Conway ✧
Conway Art Walk transforms downtown into an arts and entertainment festival with live music, pop-up galleries, and interactive experiences.
Get Involved!
Ready to be a part of the magic? Apply below:
Artists
Showcase your talent! Apply to display your artwork.
Musicians
Share your music with the community. Apply to perform.
Vendors
Offer your unique goods and treats. Apply to be a vendor.
Volunteers
Sign-Up to help make the Art Walk happen! Sign up to volunteer.
Plan Your Visit!
Check out the season calendar, event schedule, and map to plan your Art Walk experience.
First Fridays of the Month!
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
1100 Oak St, Downtown Conway
Want more info? Check our Frequently Asked Questions!
Photo Gallery
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Support the Art Walk
Help us make the arts thrive in Conway!
Businesses, partner with us to show your love for the arts!
Want to give back to your local arts community?
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
General FAQ
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All ages! Seriously… we have activities, exhibits, and events that would interest ages 1 to 101! We see families, kids, teenagers, college students, people out for girls night or date night, and more.
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FREE! There is no admission fee and most of our activities and events are free to the public. Of course, we’d love you to shop with our exhibiting artists, food vendors, and local stores, but that’s up to you!
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Stay tuned to our social media pages (Facebook and Instagram) for any day-of changes. If at all possible, we will continue to have the event and move all artists and activities into Downtown Conway buildings. We will cancel only if the circumstances are deemed unsafe, such as a tornado or ice storm.
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It is in the historic downtown shopping district of Conway, Arkansas. Most of the event takes place outside, but our main inside venue is located at 1100 Oak Street, which is a great place to start!
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There is a variety of parking around Downtown Conway. You can park anywhere except those lots marked as private parking. US Bank has accessible parking available to the public after 5:00 pm.
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Yes! Our outside activities are situated far enough apart to allow for wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers. Our inside activities have accessible entrances – if you can’t find it, feel free to ask anyone with an Art Walk shirt on! Click the link below for our Accessibility Guide.
Want to get Involved?
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Go to the Volunteer Sign Up on this page and click the link. Fill out the application, and one of our staff will be in touch with more details! You will be given a specific time slot and task for the date(s) you sign up for.
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We have a variety of ways your business can support Art Walk! If you are interested in a sponsorship, volunteering at Art Walk, or facilitating an activity or event, reach out to our Executive Director Katie@createconway.com .
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You can sign up to be a Conway Art Walk Patron at our Donate Page by giving as little as $5 a month! If you would like to become a sponsor, reach out to our Executive Director at Katie@createconway.com.
Applications FAQ
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Exhibiting artists set up a booth and/or table to promote and sell their artwork during the event. There is a $25 fee minimum per month for exhibiting artists. We have a limited number of slots for demo artists each month, ideally related to our monthly theme. Demo artists will set up and agree to demonstrate their art during the event and talk with visitors about their process. There is no fee for demo artists.
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Go to the Artist Application on this page and click on the link. Fill out the application in full. Our artist selection committee will review your application and get back to you with further instructions.
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Go to the Artist Application on this page and click on the link. Fill out the application in full. In the open comment box, let us know you would like to be considered for demonstration, and let us know what you would like to demo. Our staff will get back to you after that.
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You will get an email either letting you know you have not been accepted, or an email with instructions on how to register.
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Standard Oak St. Booth - $25 - A standard booth is a 10' space on the sidewalk of Oak Street in front of businesses downtown. Street parking is available, so you may be able to park close to your spot. Tents/canopies are not allowed to leave room for pedestrian traffic.
Standard Chestnut St. Booth - $25 - A standard 10x10' booth in the newly closed off south side of Chestnut street. Tents and canopies are allowed but there is less room for extra displays, panels, etc.
Premium Booth - $35 - A premium booth is a larger 15x15' space on Chestnut Street across from Creative Cove. Artists have the option to use a canopy for shade and more room for additional merchadising on extra displays. Premium booths also get priority for the shaded area on Chestnut.
Indoor Booth - $45 - An indoor booth is an 8-10' space inside The Studio Downtown, Conway Art Walk Headquarters. This space is air conditioned and in a heavily trafficked area of the event. Artist have the option to request a table be provided for their display.
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Go to the Musician Application on this page and click the link. Fill out the application in full. Our music selection committee will review all applications and get back with you. Keep in mind that we only select 2-3 music performers/groups per event and we strive to present a variety of musical influences throughout the season.
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We are a small nonprofit run by a small team of staff and volunteers – it takes time to process through everything. Depending on the time of your application, it could take a few weeks for us to get back to you. Starting May 2025, applications for the next Art Walk will close three weeks prior to it and should be finished being reviewed two weeks prior. Applications sent after the deadline will be entered into the next cycle.
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Reach out to our Executive Director Katie@createconway.com .
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Booth registration fees are non-refundable unless an artist gives advance notice that they will not be able to attend. Advance notice means a minimum of one week before the event.