After 5 Fridays

VMFA proudly announces After 5 Fridays. The one name says it all and includes VMFA’s popular Friday-night events:

First Fridays
Dance After Work
Taste of Art
Summer Breeze

Note: When weather forecasts dictate, outdoor events will move inside.

After 5 Fridays is the perfect way to kick off the weekend. Relax with a beverage, visit the galleries for an art escape, and take part in the following featured attractions.



After 5 Fridays | Summer Breeze

Friday, June 27, 2025
5:30–8:30 pm
Free; no tickets or registration required
Sculpture Garden

DJ Nobe will be on the spin on the Pauley Center patio, so join us in the Sculpture Garden and come ready to dance. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Beer, wine, and snacks available for purchase in the Best Café. In case of inclement weather, we'll move the party to the Cochrane Atrium.


After 5 Fridays | Summer Breeze

Friday, July 25, 2025
5:30–8:30 pm
Free; no tickets or registration required
Sculpture Garden

Leon City Sounds will be on the spin at the Pauley Patio in the Robins Sculpture Garden. (If it rains, we'll move the party to the Cochrane Atrium.) Come ready to dance and be sure to bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Beer, wine, and snacks will be available for purchase.


After 5 Fridays | Summer Breeze

Friday, August 22, 2025
5:30–8:30 pm
Free; no tickets or registration required
Sculpture Garden

Don't miss DJ Rayvon on the spin on the Pauley Patio in the Sculpture Garden. (If it rains, no worries: We'll move the party to the Cochrane Atrium!) Come ready to dance and be sure to bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Beer, wine, and snacks will be available for purchase.


After 5 Fridays | Summer Breeze

Friday, September 26
6–8 pm
Free; no tickets or registration required
Sculpture Garden 

The Salsa Guy is back on the spin in the Sculpture Garden's Pauley Patio. (If it rains, we'll move the party to the Cochrane Atrium.) Come ready to dance and be sure to bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Beer, wine, and snacks will be available for purchase.


View all previous virtual events on YouTube.