Events for August 1, 2025
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.
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We're staying open late! Captain Cookie is extending hours to 10 PM to join the festivities at @transfercofoodhall. Enjoy art, live music, and, of course, our super-powered cookies. First Friday just got sweeter!
Join us on August 1st anytime from 6-9pm for our monthly First Friday event!
Brandy, the business owner behind Stay Polished, will be joining us with a pop-up Press On Nail Bar. First you find your perfect fit with her nail sizer, then build your own custom press-on kit — your style, your size, your way!
Each kit includes 10 custom press on’s & a full prep kit to keep your nails lasting longer. It is recommended to come with bare nails so that you get accurate sizing.
We will be serving complimentary drinks while you shop from the 40+ local makers in our store.
This event is FREE to attend! Parking is also free after 6pm downtown and theres plenty of street parking and parking decks nearby. All the local shops stay open late or have a special event for First Friday, so you wont want to miss out on all the fun 🙂
See ya then!
Join Jae Green on First Friday for a special Immerse class.
Immerse is our dance fitness class for all bodies and all levels. No dance experience necessary, as you will be able to pick up the choreography as you go. This class is also incredible for folks who are looking to gain confidence through movement. Come ready to sweat!
Our Wellness Bar will be open at 5pm, and class will begin at 5:30pm.
Celebrate Raleigh's First Friday with a unique make-and-take event! Drop-in anytime between 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Designed For Joy studio in downtown Raleigh to create your very own Raleigh Acorn Bell—a charming keepsake that symbolizes our "City of Oaks."
Join Le Dive and Old Ghosts Tattoo for a unique experience every First Friday in Raleigh! Le Dive, teams up with Old Ghosts Tattoo for an exciting night of flash tattoos, good vibes, drinks and food and creative energy!
Join us every First Friday of the Month for a fun-filled Ladies Night at The Merchant! Gather your friends and unwind with a special evening designed just for you. Enjoy exclusive access to our Ladies Night Menu, featuring refreshing and playful cocktails in every shade of pink, from bubbly spritzers to fruity concoctions. Special offers, upbeat music, and an unforgettable vibe make it a night you won't want to miss! Come relax, mingle, and enjoy a glamorous night with the best company in town!
Join us for this Free family night out in Downtown Raleigh. Bring a blanket or chair to relax on the lawn for the movie, grab a bite from the food trucks and explore the market!
This outdoor movie night will feature:
🔸FREE outdoor movie: Inside Out 2 (2024)
🔸Food trucks
🔸Local vendors' market
🔸Free field games for all ages
Event Info:
🔹Market & Food Trucks: 5 - 9 pm
🔹Live Music: 5:30 pm
🔹Free Movie on the Lawn: 7:30pm
This event is presented by Get 2 Know Raleigh, the Raleigh Parks team at Moore Square. We thank our sponsor, Downtown Raleigh Alliance, for supporting this series.
Note: The lawn fills up quickly for the movie. Arrive early to secure your spot!
Stay updated: Follow us @get2knowraleigh on FB and IG and subscribe to our newsletter.
Join us for this Free family night out in Downtown Raleigh. Bring a blanket or chair to relax on the lawn for the movie, grab a bite from the food trucks and explore the market!
This outdoor movie night will feature:
🔸FREE outdoor movie: Inside Out 2 (2024)
🔸Food trucks
🔸Local vendors' market
🔸Free field games for all ages
Event Info:
🔹Market & Food Trucks: 5 - 9 pm
🔹Live Music: 5:30 pm
🔹Free Movie on the Lawn: 7:30pm
This event is presented by Get 2 Know Raleigh, the Raleigh Parks team at Moore Square. We thank our sponsor, Downtown Raleigh Alliance, for supporting this series.
Note: The lawn fills up quickly for the movie. Arrive early to secure your spot!
Stay updated: Follow us @get2knowraleigh on FB and IG and subscribe to our newsletter.
We’re keeping the doors open late so you can sip, snack and shop in style. Wander through our curated collection of timeless treasures while enjoying complimentary drinks and snacks - because finding that perfect piece is even sweeter with a drink in hand.
Expect good tunes, cozy vibes and vintage gems waiting to be discovered. Pop in 6-9!