LUBBOCK, TX (FFAT) – First Friday Art Trail, a community program of LHUCA, is a free, self-guided public art event that brings together artists and the community for an evening of art, live music, food, and fun. Established in 2004, First Friday Art Trail has featured the work of thousands of artists, musicians, dancers, actors, and other creatives for over 20 years. This month’s art trail will be held on Friday, January 2, 2026 between 6:00-9:00 p.m. This family-friendly event is held rain or shine at various venues throughout Lubbock’s Cultural Art District.
January’s events will take place across 10+ venues, featuring artists, performances, and interactive events. Trail goers can download a map and participating venue listings at ffat.org or find it on LHUCA’s social media (@firstfridayarttraillbk) to explore the trail at their own pace.
LHUCA’s Christine DeVitt Exhibition Hall Gallery will feature To Hold… by Lauren Kalman, which will be available until January 31. This exhibit consists of glass vessels that highlight impressions of the human form. The Helen DeVitt Jones Studio Gallery will feature Western Sauna by Noah David Wakefield, a beautifully vibrant collection of acrylic paintings with a West Texas vibe. This exhibit will also run until January 31. Martin McDonald Gallery features Passerby: Americana, by Laura Veles Drey. This exhibit emphasizes the beauty of American landscapes and invites the viewer to reflect on what is seen and unseen. Finally, LHUCA’s John F. Lott Gallery features the 2026 LHUCA Review, which consists of a variety of works by LHUCA members.
The LHUCA Plaza Stage will have performances by Will Karns and Jade Throneberry and Berzerk. LHUCA Icehouse Gallery will feature the work of Open Door, an organization committed to cultivating opportunity and restoration in the community.
Don’t miss the Lights at LHUCA! Our outdoor Plaza is beautifully lit with thousands of Christmas lights and decorations. Lights are on from 5pm-12am through January 3. Join us on January 3 at 5pm for live music on the Plaza as we close out the holiday season!
Other amazing happenings on the trail this month include: Silent Disco in the Graffiti Building; Clay Sale in the Helen DeVitt Clay Studio; The Black Out Exhibition at the Caviel Museum of African American History.
There will be street closures in place during First Friday from 5:00-9:30pm.
For more information about the First Friday Art Trail, trail updates and specific events at each venue, visit www.ffat.org or @LHUCAlubbock on Facebook and Instagram.
About LHUCA: The mission of LHUCA is to cultivate and celebrate all the arts by inspiring creativity and engaging with the community. The center offers visual, performing, film, and literary arts programs through weekly, seasonal, and annual events. Admission to the LHUCA Galleries is free Tuesday – Saturday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. In addition, several free events are offered to the community each month, including First Friday Art Trail, Artful Family Hours, and Saturdays at LHUCA programs. Visit lhuca.org to learn more.
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First Friday Art Trail is a program of LHUCA made possible by the ConTech, City of Lubbock, Civic Lubbock Inc., Texas Commission on the Arts, CH Foundation, and Vexus Fiber. Thank you to Primitive for donating their talents as our Marketing Partner of First Friday Art Trail!
For more information about the First Friday Art Trail, please contact LHUCA at programs@lhuca.org .
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