The Corpus Christi Downtown Management District (CCDMD) is preparing to mark a major milestone as they celebrate the 15th anniversary of the beloved First Friday ArtWalk, presented by H-E-B.
Organizers want to invite the community to a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Twisted Tea & Shiner Blonde Stage presented by Andrew’s Distributing in front of Retro Arcade & Bar on Friday, August 1, 2025, at 7 p.m.
15 Years of ArtWalk Presented by HEB: Downtown Corpus Christi Celebrates 15th Anniversary
ArtWalk has a colorful history before becoming the cherished monthly event it is today. It started as an initiative by the CCDMD, fueled by strong support and contributions from various downtown businesses eager to draw patrons to their storefronts.
The event initially found its home in La Retama Park. As more and more people began attending, it expanded to include Artesian Park and participating businesses. By 2021, it transformed into a street-block party format, closing off four blocks and two parks. In 2023, First Friday experienced significant growth, increasing to a 12-block street closure, and ultimately settling into its current 10-block layout…