PARKING—Free parking is available at street meters in the immediate area and the Clark County Government Center with a free shuttle from the center to the party, 6-10 pm. The free valet at the Arts Factory is available from 6-9 pm.
Street Closures: Colorado Avenue between Third and Main streets will be closed to traffic for the night, to make room for street chalk drawing, psychic readings, beer and wine vendors, live music, a stilt dancer and food from Sweet Georgia Brown’s Barbecue. And, of course, an Elvis impersonator, complete with pink Cadillac.
Free buses, courtesy of the City of Las Vegas, depart the Arts Factory every 20 minutes for Antique Row (Gypsy Caravan, Yana’s, the Funk House), the Icehouse and the Commerce Street Studios, beginning at 6 pm until 10 pm. Post office trolleys starting from the Clark County Government Center will transport visistors to and from the Arts District for free.
All activities run from 6-10 pm and are free, unless otherwise noted.
Arts Factory
101 E. Charleston Blvd.
Contemporary Arts Collective Words and Pictures editorial cartoons, pictures, painting and more by local editorial cartoonists, photographer Greg Preston and more. Other Hours: By appointment. 382-3886. www.lasvegascac.org.
Cricket Studio The works of Brian Swanson Other Hours: Tue-Fri noon-4 pm, weekends by appointment. 366-9077. www.cricketstudio.com.
Damned Ink Studios Selected works by Danny Roberts Other Hours: Fri-Sat 1-6 pm. 480-9090. www.damnedinkstudios.com.
Face Up Gallery Face Up: The Art of Recognition, the works of Dar Freeland, acrylics on canvas, prints and more. Other Hours: Tue-Fri noon-4 pm, weekends by appointment. 366-9077.
H. Stephen Jackson Early conceptual work for various local office and commercial developments for KKE/HFTA Architects, other sketches of cutting-edge home design. Other Hours: By appointment. 382-9200. www.hsj-architect.com.
Jennifer Main Studio New figurative abstract pantings by Jennifer Main Other Hours: First Friday 5-10 pm, Wed-Sat noon-4 pm and by appointment. Ste. 101, 889-8206. www.jennifermaingalllery.com.
Jennifer Marie Gallery Madam all women’s art show. Other hours: Thu-Fri, 12-4 pm and by appointment. Ste. 205, 686-3164. www.jennifermariegallery.com.
Trifecta Gallery A Twist of Fate the works of Eric Joyner Other Hours: First Fri noon-10 pm, Sat noon-2 pm, Wed-Fri noon-4 pm. 366-7001. www.trifectagallery.com.
Vurb Magazine Headquarters The works of Vurb magazine artist David Ryan and more. Other Hours: By appointment.
Mike Wardle Gallery Abstract expressionist paintings, both large and small, featuring paintings of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood. Drinks and hors d’oeuvres. Other Hours: By appointment. 383-8633. www.michaelwardle.com.
Shannon Webb Gallery New works by Shannon Webb Other Hours: By appointment. 371-4300. www.shannonwebb.com.
Commerce Street Studios
1405-1551 S. Commerce St.
Atomic Todd Peeping Todd, the personal favorite original Burlesque performers touring posters and costumes from the Burlesque Hall of Fame hosted by Atomic Todd Other Hours: Wed-Sat noon-5 pm. www.atomictodd.com.
Circadian Studios Works by Daniel Pearson Other Hours: 6-10 pm Third Thu.
The Fallout Gallery Smoke & Chanel new works by Jerry Misko Other Hours: Wed-Sat noon-4:30 pm. 269-3111. www.thefallout.com.
MTZC Light and Shadow the works of Jan King Other Hours: Sat 11 am-4 pm, Third Thu 6-10 pm and by appointment. 796-3586. www.mtzc.com.
Naked City Tattoo Other Hours: daily, special shows on First Fri, Third Thu.
Funk House
South Casino Center Boulevard
The Box Office Gallery Caustic Cinema group art tribute to horror films. 6-10 pm. 1115 and 1129 S. Casino Center Blvd., 388-1515.
City of the World Gallery Showing the works of S.C. Jones and more. Other Hours: Sat, 1-5 pm and by appointment. 1229 S. Casino Center Blvd., 523-5306.
The Funk House Un Poco Rococo the works of Ginger Bruner and Rick on the Didgeridoo. Other Hours: daily 10 am-5 pm. 1228 S. Casino Center Blvd., 678-6278. www.thefunkhouselasvegas.com.
Open Air Gallery Original works by over 50 artists, live music, fortune tellers, meet the girls from Hogs & Heifers, beer and wine. Casino Center Boulevard and Colorado Avenue.
3rd St. Revolution Art Gallery Bronce sculpture and fine graphics by Juan Ybbarra and sculpture, paintings and graphics by Ezequiel Lee Orona Also showing work by Angela Polaco and Diane Miller Other Hours: By appointment. 224 Imperial Ave., 308-8442.
Holsum Design Center
231-241 W. Charleston Blvd.
Art at Advanced Legal Systems The works of artist Lisa Mack Other Hours: By appointment. 893-2400. www.advancedlegal.com.
Gallery P Works by Lincoln Maynard, Joseph Palermo, Jay Bailey, Jenik Cook, Hanna Iglikowska, Andrezej Gieraga, Rick Metzler, Steven Spann, Lew Shortridge, Todd Gilmore, Alex Volborth and Jo Ross Other Hours: Tue-Sat noon-4:30 pm, Sun-Mon by appointment. 384-8155.
M Griesgraber Studio Gallery Recent adbstract paintings by Michael Griesgraber Other Hours: By appointment. 221-9976. www.mgriesgraber.com.
Main Street
Dust Gallery The works of Jennifer Riley Other Hours: Wed-Sat noon-5 pm and by appointment. 1221 S. Main St., 880-DUST (3878). www.dustgallery.com.
Edward & Edward Contemporary Art Gallery The works of Edward Sobanski, Niki Sands, Carlos Heras, Mike Clark and Matt Edwards. Other Hours: By appointment. 1039 S. Main St., #150., 240-2787. www.vegasgalleries.com.
The Epicenter Avant Gallery: Roxy B’s Cotton Tales In The Backroom: TNES Say Hello to My Little Friends The Loft: RoseDoll’s Even R0sed011 Gets the Blues First Fri 7-9:30 pm and by appointment. Inside Nevada Radiator, 1114 S. Main St., 384-7777.
Gainsburg Studio Inc. Stone sculptor Sharon Gainsburg and other artists in different media. Free stone carving. Other Hours: Mon-Sat 11-6 pm or by appointment. 1039 Main St., Ste. 103, 384-1388. www.gainsburgstudio.com.
Jack Gallery The works and lithography of Tom Everhart and more. 1039 S. Main St., Ste. 150, 868-7880. www.jackgallery.com.
Main Gallery Yours Truly group exhibition. Other Hours: Wed-Sat noon- 5 pm. 1009 S. Main St., 257-6246.
Other Spots
Art Gallery Works by local artists from the ’70s and ’80s. Other Hours: Mon-Sat 10 am-6 pm, Sun noon-6 pm. Inside Not Just Antiques Mall, 1422 Western Ave., 384-4922. www.notjustantiquesmart.com.
Artistic Iron Works WineNart presents: European Collector’s Show One stop art event promoting over 20 artists, 6-10 pm. 105 W. Charleston Blvd., 387-8668. www.winenart.com/artsticironworks.htm.
Artitude Featuring the work of steel artist Jerome Ellis glass artist Kathy Hogan and other award-winning artists from around the country. Other Hours: By appointment. 4 E. Charleston Blvd., 878-2533.
Atomic City Tattoo Barbecue, drinks, live music, DJs, art show, mini musuem and gallery for tattoo artists to showcase and sell their work. Free parking in the rear. Other Hours: First Fri 8 pm-midnight and by appointment. 1506 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Ste. 3, 678-6665. www.atomiccitytattoo.com.
Clark County Government Center The works of Danielle Kelly, Adam Morey, Jesse Smigel, Justin Sparks present the Clark County 3-D Invitational Other Hours: First Fri 6-8 pm, Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm. 500 S. Grand Central Parkway, 455-8239.
Grant Hall Fine Art Gallery Beauty Is On the Inside, Too the works of David Sanchez Burr Thru 11/17. Reception: 11/9, 6 pm. Other Hours: Wed-Fri noon-3 pm, or by appointment. Inside UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, 895-3893.
Reed Whipple Cultural Center Meta-Morph the works of James Cho and Atsuko Parker Thru 12/21. Mon, Thu, 1-9 pm, Tue, Wed 10 am-9 pm, Fri 10 am-6 pm, Sat 9 am-5 pm, free. 821 Las Vegas Blvd. N., 229-6211.
Michele Quinn Fine Art German photographer Vera Lutter Other Hours: By appointment. 620 S. 7th St., 366-9339.
S2 Art and Atelier Make Em’ Laugh: The Fine Are of Comedy. Dirty Martinis & Other Delights, Lithographs and other mediums with a “beverage” theme. Also featuring artwork by Matt Rinard and Todd Goldman Light refreshments and demonstrations. Other Hours: First Fri 10 am-9 pm, Sat noon-4 pm. 1 E. Charleston Blvd., 868-7800, ext. 111. www.s2art.com.
Stuff to Hear
Acoustic 209 Local art and music by ZICO 8 pm. 209 E. Colorado St. www.myspace.com/acoustic209.
The Box Office Gallery Live acoustic performances presented by V.A.M.P. 1115 and 1129 S. Casino Center Blvd.
The Epicenter The Skooners 8-10 pm. Inside Nevada Radiator, 1114 S. Main St., 384-7777.
Land Rover Stage Chicago Red, The Zoo Human Project, Maz & Monk, & Ampersand, Ashia, Dina Sansobrino and more. 6-10 pm. Colorado Avenue and Casino Center Boulevard.
California Stage Spoken word with Dayvid Figler, Amber Tamblyn, Mike Mcgree, Derrick Brown and music by The Clydesdale 6-10 pm. California Avenue and Casino Center Boulevard.
AfterParties
Art Bar Classic Vegas: an island bar surrounded by red leather booths and white plastic cocktail tables suggesting a retro-future aesthetic, with local artists’ work on the walls. 1511 S. Main St., 437-2787.
Beauty Bar The Get Back, funky soul dance party with DJs John Doe, Danny Boy, Phoreyz, Aurajin and guests. 10 pm until the wee hours, $5 women, $10 men. Drink specials, free parking at area casinos and Neonopolis. 517 Fremont St., 598-1965. www.thegetbackvegas.com.
Bunkhouse Saloon The Blakes, Atlas Takes Aim, The Skooners 10 pm, $5 cover includes first drink. 124 S. 11th St., 384-4536. www.bunkhouselv.com.
Dino’s Lounge Live bands performaning every Friday, 10:30 pm-1 am Other Hours: 1516 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 382-3894. 24/7. www.dinoslv.com.
Downtown Cocktain Room The Bohemian-Chich Speakeasy featuring DJ Carlos Sanchez, Cayce and more. 111 S. Las Vegas Blvd., 880-3696.
Hogs & Heifers Saloon Join the beautiful, sassy women for cold beer, loud classic American music and lots of attitude. 65+ feet of designated motorcycle parking in front. Friends of FF and Friends of FF drink and merchandise discounts. Open 1 pm-4 am daily. 201 N. Third St., 646-1457.
Saloon Bar & Grill 25 percent food discounts, $1.50 beer specials, $3 drink specials, entertainment karaoke or live music Sun, 10 pm-2 am Fri-Sat, 650 Fremont St., 388-4116.