First Friday Art Walk
Celebrate local artists and businesses during First Friday Art Walk in Niwot. Shops throughout Old Town and Cottonwood Square stay open late, with art, music, and special features throughout the evening.
Highlights
Osmosis Gallery
Opening reception for Joyful Journeys, featuring new work by Pamela Cuming. Her expressive, representational paintings lean toward abstraction and explore expansion, beauty, and joy. The work offers what she describes as “a welcome pause in a chaotic world.”
The exhibition is presented alongside a diverse collection of over 40 Colorado artists working in painting, sculpture, ceramics, and more. Stop in to experience the exhibition and enjoy refreshments.
DRF at Madison Properties
A Beer & Bar-B-Q themed First Friday featuring Niwot artist Erna Waterman’s Barn Collection, sliders from Niwot Market’s Chef Seth, beer and NA options, a book signing with Skyla Olds, and live music by Chicken Coop Willaye.
Wise Buys Antiques
A treasure trove of restored furniture, original antiques, vintage collectibles, and eclectic finds — including the largest on-site selection of wood fireplace mantels in Colorado. Live music outside by Kevin Dooley.
Niwot Jewelry & Gifts
Gold Rush event during First Friday — buying gold, platinum, silver, diamonds, and coins. Family owned and operated since 1954, also specializing in custom jewelry design, repair, and appraisals. Open late during the Art Walk.
Live Music Throughout Town
Enjoy live music as you stroll Old Town and Cottonwood Square:
• Chicken Coop Willaye at DRF
• Kevin Dooley outside Wise Buys Antiques
• Skip and Gaynor on the patio between Osmosis Gallery and Niwot Jewelry
Where to Eat & Treat
Fortezza
Bringing the authentic flavors and warm hospitality of Northern Italy to the heart of Niwot. Enjoy house-made pastas, risottos, and carefully curated wines in a welcoming setting where tradition meets contemporary culinary artistry.
Love Ice Cream
Serving locally sourced, premium ice cream from High Point Creamery, with both dairy and non-dairy options. A sweet stop for celebration, connection, and a little extra joy on your First Friday evening.
The Wheel House
Handcrafted cocktails, carefully selected beer and wine, and root beer on tap for the kids. Their new kitchen serves fresh, approachable pub fare from Head Chef Justin Hirschfield — a welcoming gathering spot for families, riders, and neighbors alike.
