Art and about in Hermanus

From avant-garde outdoor art installations and “artist-in-the-sun” stalls, to world-class, genre-challenging fine art exhibitions, Hermanus offers something for every persuasion of art lover to enjoy, admire and perhaps take home. Whether you’re looking to invest in a renowned artist’s work or in an up-and-coming talent, or simply want to keep up with what’s exciting on the art front, the Hermanus First Fridays Art Walk is the perfect opportunity to meet the art, the artists and fellow art lovers in a convivial and relaxed atmosphere.

A family enjoying an Art exhibition in Hermanus

On the first Friday of most months (except June, July, and August), about 20 Hermanus art galleries stay open for evening browsing and buying. It’s a cool way to celebrate Hermanus as an art hotspot in South Africa. You can take a relaxed walk through the old part of town (near the old harbour), checking out artists’ studios and chatting with gallery owners along the way. The galleries on the walk stay open until 8 pm on first Fridays. For details, call 083 259 8869 or visit the Hermanus First Fridays Art Walk Facebook page.