BECOME A PART OF THE PULSE
The Riverside Artswalk is a monthly community event that celebrates the diversity of arts and culture in Riverside and the Inland Empire. Visitors can visit over 22 downtown locations, including museums, galleries, and studios, which present an eclectic mix of visual and performing arts. Either before or after the event, they can enjoy the many entertainment, dining, and shopping experiences that downtown Riverside has to offer.
Become a part of the pulse at Riverside Artswalk every First Thursday from 6-9 p.m. Riverside Artswalk First Thursdays is hosted by the Riverside Arts Council and sponsored by the City of Riverside and Riverside Downtown Partnership.
Artists On Main, located between 5th and 10th streets, is coordinated by the Riverside Arts Council. For more information on participating as an artist vendor, please visit the Vendor Info page.
Every 1st Thursday from 6-9 p.m. in Downtown Riverside
Riverside Artswalk First Thursdays was launched in 2002 and is a yearly event that takes place every first Thursday of each month to celebrate the diversity of arts and culture in the Inland Empire. The founders of this community event are two well-known local artists: Cosme Cordova, director of Division 9 Gallery, and Mark Schooley, director of Riverside Community Arts Association. Currently, there are over 20 venues, including art galleries, studios, museums, and the library, which participate each month. Riverside Artswalk is hosted by the Riverside Arts Council and sponsored by the City of Riverside and Riverside Downtown Partnership.