Downtown TC Art Walk Series, June 05
Downtown TC Art Walk Series, June 05
6/5/2026 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm
Days of the week: Fridays
Where the Sidewalk Ends and Art Begins
Get inspired on the go! Experience art, shopping, dining, and creativity during the Downtown TC Art Walk Series, a free community event celebrating local artists and downtown businesses in the heart of Downtown Traverse City.
Originally launched in 2005, Art Walk returns (for two days) in a format designed to bring visitors downtown during the spring season while supporting local creatives and small businesses. On May 29 & June 5, participating businesses will stay open late while hosting featured artists, pop-up exhibits, and interactive arts and crafts activities throughout the district.
Visitors are invited to explore downtown at their own pace: meet artists, discover distinctive shops, delight in culinary arts at choice restaurants, and enjoy a walkable arts experience filled with creativity and community connection.
What to Expect at Art Walk
- Local artists featured inside downtown businesses
- Visual art displays and live creative demonstrations
- Hands-on arts and crafts activities
- Extended evening shopping hours
- A free, self-guided downtown art experience (map to come)
Each event date will feature different participating locations, encouraging visitors to return and explore new artists and businesses each week.
A digital map of participating businesses and artists will be available prior to each event.
Friday, June 05: Business & Artist Pairings
Keeps tabs on this list as participating businesses sign on – we'll provide a map, too!
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American Spoon: 230 E Front St
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Featured Artist: Avery Dellinger II
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Featured tastings and beverage tastings will be offered.
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- Art on Union: 525 Union St
- Featured Artist: Ruth Kitchen
- Meet Ruth during Art Walk and explore her work in oil and gouache, with a special selection of limited-time pieces available just for the event (maybe even a mini!). Enjoy a relaxed meet & greet with the artist, plus appetizers and sips. Open late for Art Walk only.
- Featured Artist: Ruth Kitchen
- Contigo Dogs: 324 E Front St
- Featured Artist: Jordan Herron
- Get in on in-store specials during the event (5-7pm), refreshments, and – if weather permits – an activity for your pup (paw print painting).
- Dharamsala TC: 319 E. Front St
- Featured Artist: Heather Harrington
- Doug Murdick's Fudge: 116 E Front St
- Featured Artist: Katie Stults
- Come for the art, stay for the free fudge samples, all you care to enjoy!
- Espresso Bay: 202 East Front St
- Featured Artist: Chad Kirchner
- Late hours for Art Walk
- Fustini's Oils and Vinegars: 141 E Front St
- Featured Artist: Linda Gardiner
- Indulge in crafted mocktails, appetizers, and desserts. Special Art Walk Promo: BUY 4 GET 1 FREE for Art Walk participants. Open late till 8pm.
- Haystacks: 232 E Front St
- Featured artist: Rebekah McGill
- Horizon Books: 243 Front St
- Check out our curated list of music-related books on display to accompany the live music from the DTCA on our patio.
- l.a.cool: 120 E Front St
- Featured artist: Kristy Kurjan
- Browse Kristy's original paintings throughout the store until 7pm. Enjoy refreshments and snacks for Art Walk.
- Miners North: 222 E Front St
- Featured artist: Bill Lindemann
- Nifty Things: 143 E Front St
- Featured Artist: Kathy Trilla with Studio K
- Discover the art of paint pouring with a featured display showcasing this fluid, colorful medium. While there won’t be a live demo, you’ll get an up-close look at the process and finished pieces in a dedicated front-of-store space. Sip and sample along the way with cocktail sugar cube demos and complimentary cosmopolitan tastings during Art Walk.
- Overland Sheepskin Co: 140 E Front St
- Featured Artist: Don Spezia
- Rocket Fizz: 111 E Front St
- Featured Artist: Amy Lynn Spitzley
For Artists & Downtown Businesses
Local artists will be paired with participating downtown businesses to create engaging in-store experiences that connect creativity with commerce.
Plan Your Spring Visit to Downtown Traverse City
Downtown Traverse City offers nationally lauded restaurants, locally owned shops, galleries, and waterfront access – all within a walkable downtown district. Make an evening of Art Walk by shopping local, dining downtown, and exploring the creative community.
Follow @downtown_tc on Facebook and Instagram for participating locations, event updates, and activity announcements.