North Beaches Art Walk

200 First St , Neptune Beach, FL 32266

Hours

3rd Thursday of every month 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Cost

The North Beaches Art Walk is free!

904-610-4878

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About

The North Beaches Art Walk is a free monthly event in the Beaches Town Center that showcases area artists, artisans, and musicians. And it is one of the best things to do on a Jacksonville Beach vacation.

The outdoor festival was established in 2007 and takes place along the picturesque Atlantic Beach, where guests can explore various art forms with the surf in the background. The art walk is also where emerging artists establish themselves, which means every event brings new opportunities to explore.

The North Beaches Art Walk is held rain or shine on the third Thursday of every month. With its central location, you can combine a visit with checking out any of the other nearby landmarks and restaurants. After a morning tee time at Jacksonville Beach Golf Club, visit the art walk. Since the event runs from 5-9 PM, you can explore the booths when they open, followed by a meal at Sonapa Grille to enjoy California wine and artisan cuisine.

When it first started, the community event attracted a modest crowd. Nowadays, it boasts hundreds of attendees and features a rich variety of crafts, healthcare products, food, and live music.

With something for everyone at The North Beaches Art Walk, visiting it on your getaway is a must.

North Beaches Art Walk: Fun Facts & Cool Features

One exciting feature of the North Beaches Art Walk is the wide array of artistic mediums. You'll discover traditional paintings, murals, books, handcrafted goods, homemade goodies and treats.

A cool feature is meeting the artist, craftsman, author, and musician to hear the story behind their product or artistic vision. This adds value to the products and connects visitors with the visionaries.

Another standout aspect is the partnership with local businesses that host the event. These businesses open their doors and transform their spaces into temporary galleries for new and established artists. This collaboration boosts foot traffic for the businesses involved and acquaints visitors with unique shopping and dining experiences they may not have discovered otherwise.

The festival also fosters community engagement with art demonstrations and workshops. These interactive experiences give guests an up-close experience of the artistic process, fostering a deeper appreciation for the skill and creativity involved.

As mentioned, its proximity to other landmarks, like Little Talbot Island State Park, makes visiting several attractions doable in a day. When you need dinner or cold drinks, Flying Iguana Taqueria & Tequila Bar, and other eateries are within walking distance.

Visiting the North Beaches Art Walk during a vacation in Jacksonville is an opportunity to experience the local culture and arts scene first-hand. The blend of art, music, food, and friendly faces makes it one of the best things to do on a Jacksonville vacation.

Getting There

Here are step-by-step driving directions to North Beaches Art Walk from Jacksonville:

Start on I-95 S.
Take Exit 362B for J. Turner Butler Blvd E.
Merge onto J. Turner Butler Blvd E and continue for approximately 9 miles.
Take the exit toward Beach Blvd.
Merge onto Beach Blvd and drive for about 3 miles.
Turn right onto 1st St N and continue for 2 miles.
Turn left onto Atlantic Blvd and follow it until you reach the beach area.
Address: 123 Main St, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250

Local Tips

Paid street parking starts at 11 AM; plan accordingly.
Bring cash to buy artwork or snacks.
Wear comfortable shoes, as you'll be walking around the outdoor gallery.
Check their website for dates and vendors of the next Art Walk.

Location

200 First St , Neptune Beach, FL 32266

Frequently Asked Questions

What's a recommended one-day itinerary in Jacksonville Beaches?

Start the day off along 3rd St. at Jax Beach Brunch Haus for everything from basic breakfast favorites to hearty brunch options and tasty brunch-tails that go way beyond mere mimosas. From JBBH it’s a short hop over to the Jacksonville Beach Golf Course for those looking to spend a day on the greens.

On the north side of 3rd St., step into Maple Street Biscuit Co. for coffee and their self-proclaimed biscuits that wow. After breakfast, walk to Jacksonville Beach’s extended pier. Enjoy a stroll out over the Atlantic Ocean, or watch anglers casting their fishing lines. This is a great way to enjoy fishing in the area, especially if you don’t have enough time to go out on a boat. If surfing is more your style, be sure to hit the waves. Atlantic Beach to the north is more apt for novice surfers, while swells near the Jacksonville Beach Pier can be more challenging as this is the area’s high-tide break.

For lunch, savor the region’s fresh seafood as restaurants in Jacksonville and across the First Coast proudly serve fresh Mayport shrimp. Take in the view at Dockside Seafood restaurant to satisfy your shrimp cravings. Or, try Palm Valley Fish Camp in Ponte Vedra south of Jacksonville Beach after visiting the famed TPC Sawgrass golf course.

Many people who visit Jacksonville Beach are simply asking, where can I go to relax? Consider Neptune Beach to the north, a less crowded beach with calmer waves and plenty of space to spread out. A stroll through Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park is also a calm way to spend the day. If visiting downtown Jacksonville, the Riverwalk along St. John’s River provides ample walking space and benches to relax on while enjoying the view.

Wrap up the evening in Jacksonville Beach with the warm and elegant setting of Eleven South. This award-winning restaurant provides an exquisite fine dining experience to top off your day. For more casual fare, stop by TacoLu for fresh baja tacos and tequila with the essence of Florida.

Why is Jacksonville known as the First Coast?

People often refer to this part of northern Florida hugging the Atlantic Ocean as the “First Coast” (sometimes called the “Historic Coast”). Today, the First Coast moniker has come to represent it as the first coast in Florida that tourists visit when traveling southbound along the Atlantic seaboard. The name initially represented this area as the first part of Florida colonized by Europeans in the 16th century. Both the French and the Spanish settled into this part of northern Florida on lands of the Mocama and the Timucua. Further down the coast, St. Augustine was Florida’s first European settlement.

What are the biggest main events around Jacksonville Beach?

Jacksonville Beach welcomes visitors throughout the year to enjoy its wonderful weather and prime events. Each March, The Players Championship attracts golf aficionados from across the globe to our beckoning beaches.TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra has been home to The Players Championship of the PGA Tour since 1982.

If pigskin is more your style, Jacksonville is home to the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars, so it’s easy to catch a game in season. Another highlight, though up in the sky over Jacksonville’s Naval Air Station, is the NAS Jax Air Show. Birthplace of the Blue Angels, the NAS Jax Air Show generally takes place mid-October each year (check the event site for upcoming dates and program changes).

Back on land, or rather in the waves, the Super Girl Surf Pro also hits Jacksonville Beach in the fall. Held at the Jacksonville Beach Pier, this is the world’s largest women’s surf, lifestyle, and music festival.

When your vacation plans include an adventure to Jacksonville Beach, you can be certain there’ll be plenty to see and do!