Art walk in the heart of Seattle art, roars back to life August 5 with fun for the whole family. Here’s a quick Q&A to get you ready.
Where should I start my Art Walk?
The best place to start your art walk is Totally Square, 214 Alaskan Way S., the gateway to Pioneer Square.
What will Totally Square be doing?
Totally Square will be hosting author Brad Holden, clothing designer Alter Ego, 3d Artist Mythic Dimensions and an open mic of rotating musicians keeping the party bouncing.
Where can I park for free?
FIRST: Park at one of the participating garages/lots between 5 PM and 10 PM on First Thursday:
o Butler Parking Garage – 114 James Street
o Frye Parking Garage – 117 3rd Ave S
o 450 Alaskan Way – 450 Alaskan Way
TIP: Guests can also visit DowntownSeattleParking.com for more (not free) parking options.
· SECOND: Pick up a free parking voucher on the art walk from a participating venue.
· THIRD: Hand your voucher to the parking attendant as you leave the garage.
What other entertainment can I expect?
To celebrate the return of First Thursday Art Walk and the Seattle Deconstructed Art Fair, a live band will perform in Occidental Square on August 5th from 3-5p with special guests to add a beat to the art walk. Also the same day, Nord Alley will host a live concert from 5-9pm featuring music from Abandoned Bandit Blues Band, Convictions, L80 and Rainbow Coalition Death. We will be giving out vouchers in Nord Alley for free soft serve ice cream, courtesy of the Pastry Project. Posters promoting the event are available for you to display and more information is available on our website.
What is the Passport to Pioneer Square?
Pioneer Square is offering a special contest to help visitors engage with the area called the Passport to Pioneer Square. It’s a photo contest held for First Thursday Art Walk visitors to snap and share a picture of their Art Walk experience to win a commissioned portrait by Seattle artist Sam Day. Program participants will pick up the Passport and stamps at a neighborhood host location and business interested in hosting a few copies can email me to enquire further.