3rd Thursday Modesto Art Walk

Please join us for the 3rd Thursday Downtown Modesto Art Walk each month from February to October from

5pm-8pm.

Embark on a personalized journey through the vibrant world of art with the Modesto Art Walk. Dive into a myriad of venues at your own pace, exploring galleries, businesses, and organizations united in their mission to showcase the finest in artistic expression.

The Art Walk invites you to immerse yourself in a FREE and relaxed atmosphere, brimming with diverse artwork awaiting your discovery. While meandering through the streets, delight in the melodies of local musicians, savor delectable fare from downtown eateries, and peruse artwork available for purchase at local galleries and shops.

Stay in the loop with our regularly updated website and printed guide, ensuring you're always in sync with the latest venues and dates for the upcoming six months. Let the Modesto Art Walk be your gateway to a world where creativity knows no bounds.

Are you a venue or business interested in hosting an artist’s work at an upcoming Art Walk?

Supported by:

Art Walk Artist Sign Up & Information

Benefits to Artists participating in Art Walk

Showcase Your Work:

The art walk provides an opportunity to present your art in a welcoming, well-organized environment that elevates your creative vision.

Dedicated Promotional Support:

Your participation fee helps cover marketing efforts, including social media campaigns, email blasts, and printed materials, ensuring your work. gets the attention it deserves.

Access to a Prime Location:

The Stanislaus Arts Council curates strategic, high-traffic spaces for participating artists, offering maximum exposure and engagement opportunities.

Community Recognition:

Being part of an event organized by a trusted and established organization like the Stanislaus Arts Council enhances your reputation and aligns you with a respected arts initiative.

Networking Opportunities:

Connect with local creatives, potential buyers, business owners, and industry professionals who can support and advance your career.

Direct Sales Opportunities:

The art walk is a proven platform for selling art, offering you the chance to directly interact with buyers and close sales without commissions.

Cultural Contribution:

Participating in the art walk helps enrich Modesto’s cultural landscape and positions you as a vital part of its creative identity.

Affordable and Accessible:

Participation reservation fees are kept affordable to ensure artists of all levels can take part in this enriching

event.

*If you are unable to cover the expense of the participation reservation fee yet wish to participate please email info@stanislausarts.org.

Support for Arts Programming:

Your participation fee supports the Stanislaus Arts Council’s broader mission to advocate for and promote the arts in the community, ensuring a thriving creative ecosystem.

All participation reservation fees come with the use of one SAC easel, to be picked up at Artist check at the SAC Gallery between 3:30 and 4:30PM the day of Art Walk. 

Additional easels may be rented from the SAC for $5 per easel (max of 3 easels per artist). All easels must be returned by 9PM the day of Art Walk. 

Artists must sign up before the Friday prior to Art Walk, to be placed.

  • SAC Member participation reservation fee $5 per Art Walk

  • Nonmember participation reservation fee $10 per Art Walk

    Participation reservation fees are nonrefundable.

After filling out the sign up form you will be sent an invoice to confirm your participation.

Participating Venues

  • Chinn's International

    1205 J Street

  • D'Forno Cocina

    918 13th Street

  • The Dragonfly - Art For Life

    1210 J Street

  • Emily Shores Photography

    1020 J Street

  • Greens on Tenth

    953 10th Street

  • Lo-Fidelity Laboratories

    1323 J Street

  • Make Studio

    318 Needham Street

  • Melodiq Agency

    1022 J Street

  • Papachino's

    1212 J Street

  • Peer Recovery Art Project

    950 10th Street Ste. 16

  • Preservation Coffee

    1030 J Street

  • Prospect Theatre Project Annex

    1218 K Street

  • Showtime Studios

    1313 J Street

  • Stanislaus Arts Council Gallery

    1315 J Street

  • The State Theatre

    1307 J Street

  • Tresetti's

    927 11th Street

Upcoming Art Walk Dates

Art Walk Meal Deals

(Just Mention Art Walk!)

  • 18Seventy Brewing Co.

    911 J Street

    Deal: $20 Pizza + A Pint

  • Chinn's International

    1205 J Street

    Deal: $20 Beer + Burger (just mention Art Walk!)

  • Doubletree by Hilton

    1150 9th Street

    Deal: 20% Off Any Food Item at Maxi’s from 5-9pm

  • Fuzio Universal Bistro

    1020 10th Street Ste. 100

    Deal: $10 Fuziotini & Half-Off Apps until 7pm

  • Papachino's

    1212 J Street

    Deal: $10 Gyro or Chicken Pita

  • The State Theatre

    1307 J Street

    Deal: $10 Medium Soda + Large Popcorn Combo

  • Tandoori Flame

    907 10th Street

    Deal: $20 Appetizer + Pint

  • Taqueria Cardenas

    1017 J Street

    Deal: $10 for 3 Tacos

  • Tresetti's

    927 11th Street

    Deal: 15% Off