Art Square is a gallery and performance hub in Las Vegas’s Arts District, at 1025 S 1st St. Its studios give you a chance to see work by local artists and photographers, while the theater hosts plays, music and poetry events. Come to explore the art spaces, look for murals nearby or catch a show; the First Friday arts festival brings activity across the district once a month. Allow about two hours to explore, and check event calendars before you go.
Studios and performance spaces
Art Square and the nearby Arts Factory building anchor a group of gallery and performance spaces in the Las Vegas Arts District. Studios here let visitors meet artists and photographers and talk with them about their work. The buildings also host poetry readings, music and theatrical performances.
Art Square Theater is a small black box venue with room for 100 people. Cockroach Theatre is based there, alongside productions by other local theater companies and special events.
First Friday in the Arts District
First Friday is a monthly arts and cultural festival held in the district on the first Friday of each month. Galleries, shops and performance spaces make the area a practical place to spend time exploring art beyond a single venue.
Check the event calendar before setting out, especially if you want to catch a theater production or visit when the festival is taking place. The district also has mural-hunting opportunities and art-related shops.
FAQ
Where is Art Square in Las Vegas?
Art Square is at 1025 S 1st St in Las Vegas’s Arts District.
What can you see at Art Square?
The site has artist and photographer studios, galleries and performance spaces. Art Square Theater hosts plays, music, poetry readings and special events.
When is First Friday in Las Vegas?
The Arts District’s First Friday arts and cultural festival takes place on the first Friday of each month.
How long should you spend at Art Square?
Plan for about two hours to explore the area.
