Wicker Park Bucktown
First Fridays
First Fridays is a FREE, self-guided monthly art walk throughout Wicker Park and Bucktown. You will find exhibition openings, local artist pop-ups, artist talks, and more each month as you explore the map below.
When: Every First Friday of the month
The next is July 10th from 6 - 8 PM
Where: Check out the map below!
What's Going on at First Fridays?
Check out our lineup of local events and exhibition openings for First Friday on July 10th!
Tom Robinson Studio
2416 W North Ave
Join Tom for a ‘Closing Event’ for Tom Robinson Studio's 20th anniversary with complimentary wine tasting.
Also, be sure to peruse the dresses they will have for sale as well. All under $30!
Flat Iron Arts Building
1579 N Milwaukee Ave
First Fridays at the Flat Iron!
6 - 9 PM
#204 Wondergem Studio: Photography of Leigha Wondergem & Jewelry Showcase by Hoard of Asbod
#206 LMN Wedge Studio & Gallery: Live watercolor portraits, Chess lessions & DJ by Integrated Music Group
#228 Ian Smithdahl: Open Art Showroom
#304 Screams Everything Studio: Art made from things you throw away & DJ by Collective Energy Crew
#308 Future Tense: Free 45 min Pilates Intro @ 5:30 PM
#321B T2D2 Toys: SNAP Skill Crane Machine
#330: A sculpture and photography exhibition by Mack Baker
#344 Phil Circle Music: First Friday Open Mic Jam
#345 Chateau by Boehlen: Paintings by Ava Peterson
Guest Exhibitors: Julia Schrecengost, Michael Gaylord James, Anthony Bartley
The Flat Iron will also be hosting an ACLU Town Hall on federal abuse of power on Sunday, June 7th from 1-3pm
CSI Project Space
2141 W North Ave
Abstract Expressions
OPENING RECEPTION: Friday, June 5, 2026, 6–9 pm
“Abstract Expressions” explores the raw, unfiltered language of gesture, color, and movement—where emotion takes form beyond representation and meaning emerges through instinct rather than depiction. Influenced by the bold innovations of artists such as Willem de Kooning, whose restless surfaces redefined the boundaries of abstraction, the pieces in this exhibition embrace tension, rhythm, and spontaneity. In these artworks, control and chaos coexist, echoing the human condition in all its vulnerability and force. Abstract Expressions is not about what is seen, but what is felt—an immersive encounter with the energy of creation itself, emotion made visible.
Exhibiting Artists: Nikki Anderson, Pinar Aral, Tomas Co, Darlys Ewoldt, Ted Sitting Crow Garner, Shelley Gilchrist, Peter Gray, Carol Hammerman, Kasia Kay, Victoria Kowalczyk, Laurie LeBreton, Patrick Miceli, Scott Mossman, Rebecca Russow, Marvin Shafer, Yvette Kaiser Smith, Pat Stephens, Rich Stewart, Michele Thrane
Sheep Cult Comics
1632 N Milwaukee Ave
Blue Sphere is playing a free, all-ages show at Sheep Cult Comics from 7:30 - 9:00 PM!
Jackson Junge Gallery
1389 N Milwaukee Ave
THE SENSUAL LAND: 50 YEARS OF BODYSCAPES
OPENING RECEPTION: July 10th, 6 - 9 PM
Jackson Junge Gallery is proud to announce their second solo exhibition of the year, THE SENSUAL LAND: 50 YEARS OF BODYSCAPES, a retrospective and celebration of the career of artist Allan Teger. 2026 marks the 50th anniversary of Teger’s beloved photography series BODYSCAPES. Having toured the US for many years showing in exhibitions and art festivals, with collectors across the country and internationally, you may recognize Teger’s work. What started with studio film photography in 1976 is now photographed digitally, but the spirit and process of the work remain the same. Utilizing nude models and toy miniatures, Teger’s BODYSCAPES transform the human form into a landscape straight from an alternate reality; one where tiny mountain climbers scale the facade of a breast and cross-country skiers glide across the curve of a back. Using precise lighting, Teger casts the lines and curves of the body into shadow, making them appear more like a natural landscape than a human body. These images range from subtle to recognizable nudes.
Little Broken Things
2031 N Milwaukee Ave
Stop by our newest addition to the First Fridays art walk, Little Broken Things!
Meet the artist behind their newest exhibition, "The Wilderness Years" and hang out with the team and shop consignment!
MarioInk
1441 N Ashland Ave
First Friday Tattoo Special! $50/$100 flat rate, Black & Grey design! Tonight only!
Fine art, hand painted clothing, custom vinyl figures, jewelry.
First person in after 6 PM will get a free tattoo!
Ed & Jean's Tavern
2032 W Armitage Ave
Visit Ed & Jean's Tavern to view their newest photography exhibition, "Lepidoptera," featuring the photographs by Mark Lind!
Public Works Gallery
2141 W North Ave
A Pied
1933 N Damen Ave
Jameonne Yun Morris and A Pied present the Distortion Exhibition!
Materials used:
Glass, Metal, Wood, Sun, My Hand, Feelings, Cameras, and Humans.
Oh, and you can be EVERYTHING you want to be.
And so many more!
