Art Walks in Orange County

One of the best ways to appreciate art in Orange County on the cheap is at a local Art Walk. This is a sort of 'open house' for the novice and long-time art lover and gives you an opportunity to explore at your own pace and be introduced to a variety of art forms and art techniques. During most Art Walks the artists themselves are present to explain the art and even demonstrate their craft in some cases. It is a great way to explore and stroll through galleries and discover OC’s art scene.

In Orange County there are several Art Walks to choose from in:

Laguna Beach – Held on the first Thursday of the month, this is a free stroll among the town’s picturesque galleries, against the backdrop of beautiful Main Beach. Held from 6-9 p.m. there’s a shuttle bus that picks up at the Laguna Art Museum.

Santa Ana’s Artist Village Art Walk is held on the first Saturday of EVERY month from 7:00pm - 10:00pm. Admission is FREE. This monthly event will give you access to buy original art work from some of Southern California’s freshest, edgiest and most talented artists. It also will have open viewings of working lofts owned by artists in an award winning urban setting. Located at the Street Promenade from Broadway Avenue to Spurgeon Street, Santa Ana.

The city of Orange’s Art Walk and Food Tour takes place on the third Saturday every month from 2:00 pm – 5:00 p.m. Price is $65.00. Meeting Place: INSIDE Starbucks in the Wells Fargo at the Orange Plaza 101 Glassell Street, Orange, CA  92666. Old Towne Orange ARTWALK FOOD TOUR takes you on a guided tour of the many local art venues in this historical area known for its antique shops, charming buildings, and growing restaurant community. The galleries in Old Towne represent a wide array of artistic styles ranging from the Art of California and the American Southwest, studio watercolor and hand blown glass. Reservations required

Fullerton’s Art Walks are on the first Friday night of the month. They provide you with a gallery map and opportunity to enjoy art, vintage shops and15 galleries.

In Huntington Beach the third Wednesday of every month (6 p.m. to 9 p.m.) culture and fun mix.  This Art Walk features an entertaining evening of fine art, great food and unique and creative businesses throughout downtown Huntington Beach at Main Street, Fifth Street and assorted locations.