Gallery Hop

Join us for Gallery Hop on the first Saturday of every month!

“The Best Arts Event in the State”

– Ohio Magazine

On Gallery Hop Saturday, thousands of visitors converge on High Street in the Short North Arts District. Visitors celebrate art throughout the evening with new gallery exhibitions, street performers, special events, food, and drinks throughout the District. With dozens of galleries and non-traditional exhibit spaces, it’s Columbus’ favorite day of the month to celebrate art!

WHEN

Official hours for Gallery Hop vary as our community continues to navigate challenges from the pandemic.

• Gallery & Business Hours: Check with each business for their individual operating hours during Gallery Hop.
• Street Performer & Artisan Vendor Hours: Gallery Hop Street Performers and Artisan Vendors will be on High Street from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Hours subject  to change throughout the year.) Click here to apply to be a performer or vendor.
• 2023 Dates: January 7, February 4, March 4, April 1, May 6, June 3, July 1, August 5, September 2, October 7, November 4, December 2 (Holiday Hop)

ART EXHIBITIONS

During Gallery Hop, galleries and non-traditional art venues (restaurants, boutiques, and salons) spotlight the best of established and emerging Ohio-based artists. They also feature the works of nationally and internationally acclaimed artists.

ON THE STREETS

Each month, artisan vendors and performers settle into the many nooks of the Short North Arts District to entertain the throngs of fans. Saxophonists, singers, improvisational dance troupes, even stilt walkers and stage characters add to the unforgettable experience.

Click here to apply to be a performer or vendor.

THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS

Gallery Hop is sponsored by Ohio Arts Council, Greater Columbus Arts Council, Art Makes Columbus, and Music Columbus.

QUESTIONS OR INTERESTED IN BECOMING A SPONSOR?

Email info@shortnorth.org.