
First Friday December Art Walk @ Lexington Glassworks
Watch glassblowers shape handblown Christmas snails during a seasonal studio demonstration, browse distinctive glass treasures, and enjoy a festive DJ set of holiday tunes in a lively First Friday atmosphere.
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Watch molten glass transform into detailed turkey sculptures, from the first gather to the final tail feathers. Get an up-close look at the glassblowing process and ask the studio artists questions.

Watch molten glass transform into detailed turkey sculptures, from the first gather to the final tail feathers. Get an up-close look at the glassblowing process and ask the studio artists questions.
Watch molten glass transform into detailed turkey sculptures, from the first gather to the final tail feathers. Get an up-close look at the glassblowing process and ask the studio artists questions.

A self guided First Friday art walk through downtown creative spaces using a Passport Card to collect stamps for a gift card giveaway. Expect gallery exhibitions, pop up arts businesses, live demos, workshops, and occasional live music.

A self guided First Friday art walk through downtown creative spaces using a Passport Card to collect stamps for a gift card giveaway. Expect gallery exhibitions, pop up arts businesses, live demos, workshops, and occasional live music.
A self guided First Friday art walk through downtown creative spaces using a Passport Card to collect stamps for a gift card giveaway. Expect gallery exhibitions, pop up arts businesses, live demos, workshops, and occasional live music.

A festive holiday shopping night centered on handmade glass ornaments and seasonal decor inside a working glass studio and gallery. Browse giftable art pieces from local makers in a warm, twinkly winter market vibe.

A festive holiday shopping night centered on handmade glass ornaments and seasonal decor inside a working glass studio and gallery. Browse giftable art pieces from local makers in a warm, twinkly winter market vibe.
A festive holiday shopping night centered on handmade glass ornaments and seasonal decor inside a working glass studio and gallery. Browse giftable art pieces from local makers in a warm, twinkly winter market vibe.

Stamp a unique design into a brass charm during a quick, hands-on jewelry-making activity, then browse handcrafted pieces by local artists in a boutique gallery setting.

Stamp a unique design into a brass charm during a quick, hands-on jewelry-making activity, then browse handcrafted pieces by local artists in a boutique gallery setting.
Stamp a unique design into a brass charm during a quick, hands-on jewelry-making activity, then browse handcrafted pieces by local artists in a boutique gallery setting.

Festive sip-and-shop evening inside a gallery setting with holiday gifts, local artisan vendors, and browseable art displays. Casual strolling vibe designed for seasonal shopping with a drink in hand and easy conversation.

Festive sip-and-shop evening inside a gallery setting with holiday gifts, local artisan vendors, and browseable art displays. Casual strolling vibe designed for seasonal shopping with a drink in hand and easy conversation.
Festive sip-and-shop evening inside a gallery setting with holiday gifts, local artisan vendors, and browseable art displays. Casual strolling vibe designed for seasonal shopping with a drink in hand and easy conversation.

Shape hand-built clay ornaments inspired by holiday traditions in an all-ages, hands-on ceramics workshop. Two-hour sessions invite families and makers to create seasonal keepsakes in a community setting.

Shape hand-built clay ornaments inspired by holiday traditions in an all-ages, hands-on ceramics workshop. Two-hour sessions invite families and makers to create seasonal keepsakes in a community setting.
Shape hand-built clay ornaments inspired by holiday traditions in an all-ages, hands-on ceramics workshop. Two-hour sessions invite families and makers to create seasonal keepsakes in a community setting.

Browse original work by local artists during downtown Asheville’s First Friday Art Walk, with a glass of wine and an inviting gallery atmosphere for discovery and creative community connection.

Browse original work by local artists during downtown Asheville’s First Friday Art Walk, with a glass of wine and an inviting gallery atmosphere for discovery and creative community connection.
Browse original work by local artists during downtown Asheville’s First Friday Art Walk, with a glass of wine and an inviting gallery atmosphere for discovery and creative community connection.

DIY Snow Globes
MorePersonalize a sparkling winter snow globe with miniature scenes, decorations, and swirling glitter in a hands-on workshop. All supplies are provided, and each participant takes home a finished keepsake.

Personalize a sparkling winter snow globe with miniature scenes, decorations, and swirling glitter in a hands-on workshop. All supplies are provided, and each participant takes home a finished keepsake.
Personalize a sparkling winter snow globe with miniature scenes, decorations, and swirling glitter in a hands-on workshop. All supplies are provided, and each participant takes home a finished keepsake.

Cut shapes from flattened clay and glaze five handmade holiday ornaments per participant in this all-ages family workshop. Finished pieces are kiln-fired and ready for pickup three weeks later.

Cut shapes from flattened clay and glaze five handmade holiday ornaments per participant in this all-ages family workshop. Finished pieces are kiln-fired and ready for pickup three weeks later.
Cut shapes from flattened clay and glaze five handmade holiday ornaments per participant in this all-ages family workshop. Finished pieces are kiln-fired and ready for pickup three weeks later.

Hands-on raku clay session in a working ceramics studio, with rapid-fire kiln pulls, crackled glazes, and smoky reduction effects. A community-style workshop geared toward making and firing a special thank-you piece to take home.

Hands-on raku clay session in a working ceramics studio, with rapid-fire kiln pulls, crackled glazes, and smoky reduction effects. A community-style workshop geared toward making and firing a special thank-you piece to take home.
Hands-on raku clay session in a working ceramics studio, with rapid-fire kiln pulls, crackled glazes, and smoky reduction effects. A community-style workshop geared toward making and firing a special thank-you piece to take home.

Carve and shape a custom set of stained-glass holiday ornaments using a rotary tool in this hands-on, two-hour adult workshop; participants take their finished decorations home.

Carve and shape a custom set of stained-glass holiday ornaments using a rotary tool in this hands-on, two-hour adult workshop; participants take their finished decorations home.
Carve and shape a custom set of stained-glass holiday ornaments using a rotary tool in this hands-on, two-hour adult workshop; participants take their finished decorations home.
Browse one-of-a-kind handmade gifts, meet local makers, and sip warm wassail amid a festive celebration of community creativity, with an opportunity to stay for a sound experience.
Browse one-of-a-kind handmade gifts, meet local makers, and sip warm wassail amid a festive celebration of community creativity, with an opportunity to stay for a sound experience.
Browse one-of-a-kind handmade gifts, meet local makers, and sip warm wassail amid a festive celebration of community creativity, with an opportunity to stay for a sound experience.
Festive sweaters, drinks, photo moments, and party games set the tone for an annual holiday gathering built around lively socializing and community connection in a spirited, celebratory atmosphere.
Festive sweaters, drinks, photo moments, and party games set the tone for an annual holiday gathering built around lively socializing and community connection in a spirited, celebratory atmosphere.
Festive sweaters, drinks, photo moments, and party games set the tone for an annual holiday gathering built around lively socializing and community connection in a spirited, celebratory atmosphere.

Roll and shape Sculpey polymer clay with gingerbread cookie cutters to create whimsical holiday creatures. A hands-on seasonal craft workshop for making festive decorations.

Roll and shape Sculpey polymer clay with gingerbread cookie cutters to create whimsical holiday creatures. A hands-on seasonal craft workshop for making festive decorations.
Roll and shape Sculpey polymer clay with gingerbread cookie cutters to create whimsical holiday creatures. A hands-on seasonal craft workshop for making festive decorations.

Design, carve, and print relief blocks into handmade greeting cards and gift tags in a beginner-friendly printmaking workshop, creating festive seasonal keepsakes while learning a tactile, creative craft.

Design, carve, and print relief blocks into handmade greeting cards and gift tags in a beginner-friendly printmaking workshop, creating festive seasonal keepsakes while learning a tactile, creative craft.
Design, carve, and print relief blocks into handmade greeting cards and gift tags in a beginner-friendly printmaking workshop, creating festive seasonal keepsakes while learning a tactile, creative craft.

Browse special finds gathered from artist visits, funky folk art tree ornaments, and seasonal work by more than 20 local artists. A festive year-end gallery reception celebrates creativity and the season of light.

Browse special finds gathered from artist visits, funky folk art tree ornaments, and seasonal work by more than 20 local artists. A festive year-end gallery reception celebrates creativity and the season of light.
Browse special finds gathered from artist visits, funky folk art tree ornaments, and seasonal work by more than 20 local artists. A festive year-end gallery reception celebrates creativity and the season of light.

Learn glass-cutting techniques and essential safety practices in a hands-on introduction to fused glass. Design two one-of-a-kind jewelry pendants, adding color and personal style to each creation.

Learn glass-cutting techniques and essential safety practices in a hands-on introduction to fused glass. Design two one-of-a-kind jewelry pendants, adding color and personal style to each creation.
Learn glass-cutting techniques and essential safety practices in a hands-on introduction to fused glass. Design two one-of-a-kind jewelry pendants, adding color and personal style to each creation.

Explore downtown Asheville’s creative spaces during a First Friday gallery crawl, collecting passport stamps at participating locations. Five stamps enter visitors into a giveaway of gift cards to local favorites.

Explore downtown Asheville’s creative spaces during a First Friday gallery crawl, collecting passport stamps at participating locations. Five stamps enter visitors into a giveaway of gift cards to local favorites.
Explore downtown Asheville’s creative spaces during a First Friday gallery crawl, collecting passport stamps at participating locations. Five stamps enter visitors into a giveaway of gift cards to local favorites.

Shape a traditional Santa figure through a focused, two-day woodcarving workshop, learning carving techniques and bringing a handcrafted piece of seasonal folk art to life in a creative studio setting.

Shape a traditional Santa figure through a focused, two-day woodcarving workshop, learning carving techniques and bringing a handcrafted piece of seasonal folk art to life in a creative studio setting.
Shape a traditional Santa figure through a focused, two-day woodcarving workshop, learning carving techniques and bringing a handcrafted piece of seasonal folk art to life in a creative studio setting.

Holiday Party!
MoreA cheerful seasonal gathering brings holiday snacks, hands-on crafts, and candy together for a relaxed, family-friendly celebration centered on creativity and community.

A cheerful seasonal gathering brings holiday snacks, hands-on crafts, and candy together for a relaxed, family-friendly celebration centered on creativity and community.
A cheerful seasonal gathering brings holiday snacks, hands-on crafts, and candy together for a relaxed, family-friendly celebration centered on creativity and community.
