Please note all businesses must comply with the new health & safety guidelines that allow us to be open again. Properly wear your mask and take note of the posted signs for social distancing in each business to help us keep you and our employees healthy.

FIRST FRIDAY! Art Groove - Galleries are Open for Business

2 - Art Center of Estes Park
517 Big Thompson Ave - 970-586-5882
Featuring member art and new shows each month​
Current Show - It's All about the Details featuring Jim Sneary.  Door Prize donated by Art Center featured artist and Board member Jim Sneary.  "Monarch Butterfly", wood and epoxy within an 11 x 13 frame is the prize. Entries are accepted from 12:00 Friday September 4 until 4:00 Monday, September 7, when the winning name will be drawn and winner notified.
12pm - 4pm Only:  Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday. 
Not open FF! evening.
​ 5 - Earthwood Artisans
360 E. Elkhorn Ave - 970-586-2151
American made Fine Art and handcraft, featuring new 12 layer woodwork from Philip Roberts and Reflections in Metal steel wall decor from Michael J. Krob. Come see the new pieces., you're sure to find something to love.
FF! 5 - 7 pm 
6 - Aspen and Evergreen Gallery
356 E. Elkhorn Ave - 970-586-4355
Aspen and Evergreen will be celebrating Good Neighbors with our September exhibit.  Join us for music by Random and True, as well as a live art demo by Laura McElfresh on the patio.
FF! 5 - 7 pm​
​7 - Images of RMNP
203 Park Lane - 970-586-4352
Featuring Photographer Erik Stensland
10am - 5pm Stop in an see this charming little gallery
Not open FF! evening.
​10 - Earthwood Collections
141 E. Elkhorn Ave - 970-577-8100
Your source for high quality American art glass, fine art paintings and so much more. 
New Show Opening with Boulder-based fine artist Brooke Conner's Colorful, whimsical animal prints. Enjoy grooving to LIVE JAZZ with Stu MacAskie (keyboard)
FF! 5 - 7 pm
11 - Inspired Artisan Market & Studio
138 Moraine Avenue - 970-685-8818
(Open at New Location just east of Park Theatre entrance) Colorado Artwork, demos and classes. Create your own Marbled Face Mask in our Art Kit Studio for $5 each.
FF! 5 - 7pm

Drop Stops

​FIRST FRIDAY! Stop in for a Drop -
Enjoy a true taste of Colorado along the FIRST FRIDAY! Art Groove route.
Masks required for entry/common areas, but can be removed once seated. 
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Elkins Distillery
137 E Elkhorn Tasting Room & Mercantile
Open daily
1825 N Lake Ave Distillery & Tasting Room
Open daily - Outdoor Seating
Check the Elkins FB page for visiting food truck alerts.
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Rock Cut Brewery - Groovy Specials
390 W Riverside Dr
Daily Hours: 11a-8p
- Online ordering from your table, a bartender will bring it to you
FF! Special Features:
Zac Bunch's photography on the walls.
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Snowy Peaks Winery - Fancy a Flight
292 Moraine Ave
We are open every day 11am-7pm and are offering tasting, glasses & food. Reservations strongly recommended, call 970-586-2099. Masks required unless seated at a table.
Photography by Robin Lucas
​FF! 4:30-6:30 with Laurie and Lorrie in The Backyard. 
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Avant Garde Aleworks
920 Dunraven Street
Open 12pm - 8pm F - Sn and 2- 8pm M-Th 
Socially distanced patio seating and takeout options available. Drawing inspiration from Belgium & France, we aim to bring the flavors and aesthetics we love back to the Rocky Mountains. We strive to integrate ancient aging methods and unique twists in order to provide a one-of-a-kind drinking experience.
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Lumpy Ridge Brewery - Good & Hoppy
531 S St Vrain Ave
Open 1pm - 9pm F - St and 1- 8pm Sn-Th. Hang in there and remember Lumpy has your back.  Selling Carry out beer plus limited outdoor seating available. We’ll see you soon and make sure you stay positive, happy and healthy. MASKS REQUIRED EVERYWHERE EXCEPT YOUR ASSIGNED TABLE
Local artwork displayed
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