Yorktown Celebrates 15 Years of Art at Riverwalk Art Stroll – September 27 – FREE Event!
Yorktown Celebrates 15 Years of Art at the Annual Riverwalk Art Stroll 2026
Riverwalk Landing will turn into an extraordinary indoor/outdoor art gallery on Sunday, September 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Freight Shed at 331 Water Street, Yorktown, VA 23690 for Yorktown’s 15th annual Art Stroll. Regional artists will put their artistic talent on display along Water Street, as well as inside and behind the Yorktown Freight Shed. Visitors will find a wide range of art for sale including paintings, pottery, jewelry, photography, and more. You’ll be blown away by the ink-redible creativity that lines Riverwalk Landing!
This event is free and open to the public and is rain or shine.
This isn’t just a show—it’s an experience. Visitors will have the chance to chat with artists about their creative process and take part in a much-loved tradition: contributing to a collaborative community canvas, where everyone can leave their mark.
- Art & Community: Browse and purchase works from over 50 regional artists specializing in painting, pottery, fine jewelry, photography, mosaics, sculpture, and custom furniture. Attendees can meet the makers and paint on the interactive community canvas.
- Live Music & Activities: Enjoy acoustic harmonies from Audio Portrait on the Riverwalk Landing Stage from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., along with free kid-friendly crafts (while supplies last).
- Beyond the Waterfront: Visit the Gallery at York Hall on Historic Main Street to view quilts, stained glass, and local artisan goods.
- Dining: Local spots like Water Street Grille, Riverwalk Restaurant, Umi Sushi, Yorktown Pub, Mobjack Coffee Roasters, and Ben & Jerry’s will be open for dining.
- Logistics: Free parking is available throughout Historic Yorktown, including York Hall, the Courthouse, and the Riverwalk Landing Terrace. The complimentary, ADA-accessible Yorktown Trolley will operate until 5 p.m.
When hunger strikes, Yorktown’s restaurants are ready to welcome you with flavors to match the day’s creativity. Options include Water Street Grille, Coastal Thirst Beach Deli, Riverwalk Restaurant, Umi Sushi, Yorktown Pub, Mobjack Coffee Roasters and Petite Café, Carrot Tree Kitchens, Little York Confectionery, and Ben & Jerry’s.
As always, admission is free and the event is rain or shine. Parking is available at multiple locations throughout town, including the Riverwalk Landing Parking Terrace, York Hall, the Courthouse Complex, and the County Administration Building. For added convenience, the free Yorktown Trolley will shuttle guests from designated parking areas beginning from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
This event is jointly sponsored by the Yorktown Arts Foundation and York County. Special thanks to the York County Arts Commission for its sponsorship.
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