ART-INI

ART-INI: An Evening of Art and Signature Cocktails
Thursday, November 14th | 6 PM - 8 PM

Discover the best of Grand Junction’s local art scene and mixology in one creative night! The Art Center of Western Colorado is excited to present the inaugural ART-INI—an evening of exclusive pop-up art exhibitions paired with custom martinis at eight local lounges. This unique event lets you immerse yourself in the local art community while sipping on unique, art-inspired cocktails crafted just for the occasion. Here’s what you can look forward to:

What to Expect:

Signature ART-INI Cocktails:
Each participating lounge will feature a one-of-a-kind martini inspired by a local artist’s work. Sip, savor, and enjoy a cocktail experience that’s truly an art form!

Pop-Up Art Exhibitions:
Each lounge will host a pop-up gallery featuring one of Grand Junction’s talented local artists, who will be present to share their stories and showcase their work. Some artists will even be doing live demos, giving you a closer look at their creative process.

Participating Venues and Featured Artists:

• Bistro 317 - 317 Main St, Grand Junction
  Featured Artist: Christine Feller
• Cruise Control Kitchen & Cellar - 555 Colorado Ave, Grand Junction
  Featured Artist: Cynthia Duff
• Melrose Spirit Co. - 337 Colorado Ave, Grand Junction
  Featured Artist: TJ Smith
• Goat and Clover - 336 Main St #104, Grand Junction
  Featured Artist: Philip Carlton
• Pour Fellows - 701 Main St, Grand Junction
  Featured Artist: Tim Brady
• Blue Moon - 120 N 7th St, Grand Junction
  Featured Artist: Lance Williams
• Moody's Lounge - 546 Main St, Grand Junction
  Featured Artist: Monica Esposito Mann
• SoCo Social House - 209 1/2 Colorado Ave, Grand Junction
  Featured Artist: Loren Eakins

Support Local Art:
15% of sales from each ART-INI cocktail will benefit The Art Center of Western Colorado, supporting local artists and our vibrant arts community.

Punch Card & Prizes:
Visit each lounge to get your punch card stamped by the featured artist. Complete all eight stamps and be entered to win a special prize from The Art Center! (Note: you don’t have to purchase a martini at each stop to enter.)

Responsible Transportation:
To keep the evening fun and safe, we’ve partnered with Sunshine Rides, offering extra drivers throughout the night. Book your ride at 970.777.7777. Please note, transportation costs are the responsibility of participants.

Join us for ART-INI and make it a night of art, cocktails, and community!

This event is proudly sponsored by GJ Creates, Downtown Grand Junction, and Abstract & Title.