Last Friday of every month
Final Friday
Cincinnati
Over 200 working artists open their studios to the public on the last Friday of every month from 5 to 9pm. Walk through eight stories of art across four buildings. Talk to the artists. Buy directly. Free admission.
Next Final Friday
May 29, 2026 · 5–9pm
200+
Artists
7
Floors
5–9pm
Open to public
FREE
Admission
What
Over 200 working artists open their studios. You walk from studio to studio, meet the artists, see the work, and buy directly. Painting, photography, ceramics, sculpture, jewelry, mixed media — every medium is here.
When
The last Friday of every month, 5pm to 9pm. Individual artists are sometimes available at other times by appointment at their discretion. Building is otherwise secured 24/7 with staffed front desk Mon–Fri 9am to 5pm.
Where
Pendleton Art Center, 1310 Pendleton Street, Cincinnati OH 45202. In the historic Pendleton neighborhood. The eight-story main warehouse plus the adjacent 510 Gallery Studios, Cafe Studios, and Annex Building.
Cost
Final Friday admission is free. Valet parking is $10. Public garages nearby run $5 after 4pm. Many street spaces are free in the evening.
Parking
Valet
Across from Braxton Brewing Co (next to Pendleton Parlor), Broadway between 12th and 13th. $10.
Ziegler Garage
Sycamore between 13th and 14th. $5 after 4pm.
12th & Sycamore (northside)
12th Street between Sycamore and Broadway, northside. $5 after 4pm.
Restaurant parking
13th Street between Broadway and Sycamore (across from Old SCPA) offers restaurant parking.
Frequently asked questions
Is Final Friday family-friendly?
Yes. Final Friday is open to all ages. Kids see the studios just like adults.
Can I buy art directly from the artist?
Yes. The whole point of Final Friday is to meet the artists and buy directly from them. Most artists accept cards in addition to cash.
Are the studios open every day?
Studios are open to the public the last Friday of every month, 5–9pm. Many artists are available other times by appointment at their discretion.
Is there a fee to attend?
No. Final Friday admission is free. Valet parking is $10.
How many artists are there?
Over 200 working artists across the PAC complex — main warehouse plus the 510 Gallery Studios, Cafe Studios, and Annex Building.
What kind of art will I see?
Every medium: painting, photography, ceramics, sculpture, jewelry, fiber, printmaking, mixed media, illustration. Browse all 200+ artists ahead of your visit on the artists page.
Plan your visit
Browse the directory ahead of time, find artists whose work you want to see, and head to their floor and studio number.