First Friday Raleigh
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A program produced by Downtown Raleigh Alliance, First Friday is one of Raleigh's most popular evening escapes.
Join us on the First Friday of every month for a fun-filled introduction to Raleigh's exciting art, music and dining scene.
Before the fireworks, celebrate First Friday! 🎆
Start your long weekend off with a bang with art exhibitions, watch parties, markets, live music, and special promotions offered by local businesses across Downtown Raleigh.
And while you’re out exploring, you might stumble upon something magical.
To close out Downtown Destinations: Capital District, Walt the Wizard will hide five $25 Downtown Raleigh Gift Cards throughout the district before 5pm. Turn on notifications so you’ll be the first to catch our hiding spot hints as soon as they drop tomorrow!
Find First Friday events and all the details 👇
https://downtownraleigh.org/first-friday-raleigh/events
Pride First Friday Raleigh returns next week with a celebration made for everyone! 🌈
Bring your family, friends, or just your fabulous self to this free block party honoring love, community, and the Warehouse District’s inclusive history as Raleigh’s “Gayborhood.”
Mark your calendars for…
❤️ Local food from The Pit Authentic BBQ and drinks from Crank Arm Brewing Company
🧡 Bingo with Monkeyfansraleigh
💛 Free Pride portraits by Chalfant Photos
💚 Live music
💙 Glitz and Bits – Turn a Look with The Hightide Salon
💜 Pride First Friday Walking Tours with Raleigh Walking Tours, LLC (RSVP required)
🩷 And more!
📆 Friday, June 5th 🕔 5-8pm📍Commerce Place, 319 W Martin Street
🔗 https://bit.ly/37u84T3
First Fridays are sponsored by North Carolina Courage
04/27/2026
May First Friday is going to be off-the-charts! 🎉
Events to check out this Friday...
⛳ ArtPutt First Friday sponsored by North Carolina Courage | Bloc[83]
🎥 Get 2 Know Raleigh First Friday Movie and Market – The Incredibles | Moore Square
🪅 Cinco De Munjo First Friday Market | Raleigh Times Bar & Munjo Munjo
🎤 Cam Cokas Live | Exchange Plaza
🎨 First Friday at The CoLab: Figured Out | The Carter Building
💎 First Friday at Kenda Kist Jewelry & Bespoke Tailors | Kenda Kist Jewelry
✨ And so much more across Downtown Raleigh!
Find 20+ things to do and all the details you need to build your First Friday night out 👇
https://bit.ly/37u84T3
04/24/2026
We're throwing a par-tee this First Friday Raleigh! ⛳ 🍻
Meet us at our ArtPutt presented by UNC Health Championship tee-off party and celebrate the return of this surrealist pop-up experience where every hole doubles as a work of art.
Play your way through the mini-golf course, sip on NC-crafted beer, shop a curated local vendor market, listen to live music by Relay Relay, and explore the surrounding small businesses that make downtown thrive.
📆 Friday, May 1st 🕔 5-8pm 🩵 First Friday is sponsored by North Carolina Courage
📍Bloc[83], 615 Hillsborough Street
Plan your First Friday 👇
https://bit.ly/37u84T3
This is your reminder of what First Friday Raleigh feels like ✨ 🎶
Live music in the streets, art around every corner, and storefronts keeping the lights on a little longer. Huge thank you to the local businesses who stayed open late and to the community who showed up for them!
A special shoutout to North Carolina Courage for sponsoring DRA’s First Friday programming and bringing even more energy to downtown’s monthly celebration of what we do best. We’ll see you again in May and June with even more to explore!
Feminist First Friday is tomorrow! 💕 🎉
Come join us as we celebrate the impact women have on Downtown Raleigh every day. This night is about honoring the creativity, resilience, and individuality that women bring to our community.
Bring your friends, bring your confidence, and celebrate the power of being exactly who you are. Everyone’s invited, including your leashed furry friends.`
: March 6th is the last day to enter DRA’s Explore Downtown Raleigh Giveaway. If you support any Downtown Raleigh storefront businesses during Feminist First Friday, you can save and submit your receipts for a chance to win $250 at https://bit.ly/3NZtgGU.
📍Hartwell Raleigh
📆 Friday, March 6th 🕔 5-8pm
Find a full list of market vendors and all event programming 👇
https://bit.ly/37u84T3
Feminist First Friday is sponsored by Maeve
03/03/2026
Self-expression is personal, and sometimes it’s permanent. ✍️💘
At Feminist First Friday, Tiny Ghost Tattoo of Pinky Swear Tattoo will be on site offering curated flash tattoos, with sign-ups available at the event. Arrive early to secure your spot, choose the design that resonates with you, and leave with new ink that’s entirely your own.
: March 6th is the last day to enter Downtown Raleigh Alliance’s Explore Downtown Raleigh Giveaway. Save your receipts from First Friday and submit them for a chance to win $250. Yes, your tattoo receipt counts too!
📍Hartwell Raleigh
📆 Friday, March 6th 🕔 5-8pm
Find a list of Feminist First Friday vendors and even more things to do across downtown this Friday 👇
https://bit.ly/37u84T3
Feminist First Friday is sponsored by Maeve
03/02/2026
First Friday is about more than art; it’s about community. 🫶
This week, we’re hosting Feminist First Friday—a celebration of the women who make Downtown Raleigh stronger, more creative, and more connected. Join us for free professional headshots, live music, food and drinks, flash tattoos, local shopping, and more.
We’re one of many events happening across downtown that night, with galleries, pop-ups, and activations all evening long. Start at Feminist First Friday, then explore everything else downtown has planned.
: March 6 is the last day to enter Downtown Raleigh Alliance’s Explore Downtown Raleigh Giveaway. Save your receipts from First Friday festivities and submit them for a chance to win $250.
📍Hartwell Raleigh
📆 Friday, March 6th 🕔 5-8pm
Find a list of Feminist First Friday vendors and even more things to do across downtown this Friday 👇
https://bit.ly/37u84T3
Feminist First Friday is sponsored by Maeve
02/26/2026
Confidence looks good on you. Let’s capture it! 📸 ✨
We’re celebrating YOU at Feminist First Friday Raleigh next week with free professional headshots from Chalfant Photos and glam touch-ups from downtown businesses DRFT Salon and The Bardot.
Whether you’re leveling up your career or just refreshing your LinkedIn, don't miss this opportunity capture your best self (because you deserve it).
This free service is offered on a first-come, first-served basis and ends promptly at 8pm.
📍Hartwell Raleigh, 620 W South Street
📆 Friday, March 6th 🕔 5-8pm
List of all programming 👇
https://bit.ly/2In56Df
Feminist First Friday isn’t just a night out, it’s a celebration of the amazing women in our community! 💕
Come to West South Street on March 6th for...
📸 Free headshots + hair touch-ups (first come, first served!)
🛍️ 20+ local vendors
🎶 Live music
🎨 Community art
🤘 Flash tattoos
🍽️ Food and drinks
🤩 And more!
📆 Friday, March 6th 🕔 5-8pm 📍Hartwell Raleigh
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