The City of Ocala is now accepting applications for the 2025–2026 First Friday Art Walk season. Visual artists, performing artists, art organizations, and community sponsors are invited to participate in this downtown Ocala event. The First Friday Art Walk takes place the first Friday of each month, October through May from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. celebrating local artists and businesses. First Friday Art Walk is a free event located within Ocala’s Historic Downtown. Event festivities include over 30 artist displays, monthly live entertainment, free family art activities provided by local arts organizations and extended shopping hours. The public is invited to enjoy an evening of art, live performances, and downtown shops and restaurants. To apply, please complete an application form by visiting www.ocalafl.gov/artwalk and return it to artinfo@ocalafl.gov or mail it to: Cultural Arts, 201 SE 3rd Street, 2nd Floor, Ocala, FL 34471.
