First Friday Raleigh
First Friday is celebrated on the first Friday of each month throughout Downtown Raleigh to showcase the best of our city's creative community. Thousands venture downtown to visit art galleries & studios open late to host exhibits, artist talks, and creative activities. Retailers and restaurants also get in on the fun with live music, vendor markets, specials/discounts, and more. There's something for everyone each First Friday.
Upcoming
October First Friday
Friday, October 4th | 5-8pm | Smoky Hollow, Downtown Raleigh
Get into the Halloween spirit and embrace autumn at October First Fright-day!
Downtown’s official kick-off to the fall season is coming up soon on October 4th, when Smoky Hollow meets Sleepy Hollow.
Break out that costume you’ve been dying to debut and join us for…
- A canine costume contest hosted by Hause of Dogs - Hause of Dogs is also collecting supplies to support WNC during Oct. FFR
- The Sustainable Spirit Halloween vintage pop-up with Unorthodox Vintage, Origami Styling, Same Old Same Old Vintage, and more.
- Tarot readings by Shanita Dixon
- Cirque de Vol performances
- Specialty food & drink offerings from surrounding businesses: Neighborhood, Morelia, Milklab, etc
- A fall-themed photo-op designed by Modern House Events, photos by Hannah Chalfant
- Craft activities with Designed for Joy and Hello Yellow Art Studio
- And more!
Check out more events hosted by businesses across Downtown Raleigh and build your custom itinerary.
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Contact Us
For general First Friday inquiries, please email communications@downtownraleigh.org.
Interested in a collaboration or partnership for First Friday? Submit your idea here
If your company is interested in sponsoring First Friday, please contact Lucy McInnis at lucymcinnis@downtownraleigh.org.