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
City Beats & Visual Vibes First Friday
Dreamville-Themed Market & Movie Night
Friday, April 5th | 5-11pm | Moore Square
Jump-start Dreamville Festival weekend with this free, family-friendly celebration of arts & culture in Moore Square.
- Full showing of the Marvel movie Black Panther with live remixing of the soundtrack by the Shaolin Jazz group
- Local vendor market hosted by Black Flea Market
- Food trucks
- Live performances & art activities
- Artistic Guests: Tyler Butler-Figueroa, Leah Laiani, DJ House Freddy Greene, Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School, & Bugg Elementary Step Team
Check out events and activities hosted by community members across Downtown Raleigh on First Friday here.
Thank you to our event partner City of Raleigh
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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.