If you haven’t been to downtown Mesa in a minute, this is your official wake-up call: the art walks are back — and yes, they’re still as weird, wonderful, and wildly underrated as ever.
What Is It?
Think street fair, but artsy. It’s a self-guided walking tour where local artists set up booths along Main Street, musicians pop up on corners, and somehow everyone you bump into seems to have a tattoo and a side hustle. It happens every second Friday of the month from 6–10 PM. Free to roam, free to gawk, and yes, most booths take Venmo.
Why Locals Actually Go
- It’s not pretentious. You’ll find $600 oil paintings and $15 handmade earrings on the same block.
- There’s live music that doesn’t suck.
- The vibe: date night, friend stroll, solo “look at me being cultured” energy — all welcome.
- Post-walk breweries and taco joints within stumbling distance.
Pro Tips
- Park on the side streets — trust us.
- Hit Jarrod’s Coffee, Tea & Gallery early for a caffeine boost (and AC).
- If you’re hungry, Worth Takeaway makes a mean fried chicken sandwich. Or just hop from food truck to food truck like the indecisive legend you are.
Bottom Line
Mesa’s art scene is having a moment, and the art walks are the gateway drug. You don’t have to know a thing about art — just show up, support locals, and let your inner hipster live a little.
Comment below if you’ve ever bought something weird at the Art Walk — or if you want the full vendor map.