First Friday Raleigh
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Join us on the First Friday of every month for a fun-filled introduction to Raleigh's exciting art, music and dining scene.
01/26/2026
CALL FOR VENDORS 🛍️ 💖 This March First Friday, March 6th, Downtown Raleigh Alliance is celebrating Women’s History Month with our annual block party and market at Hartwell Raleigh.
We’re seeking local, women-owned businesses and food trucks interested in vending. This is a free opportunity with priority given to Downtown Raleigh businesses.
Learn more and apply by February 2nd 👇
https://bit.ly/4adWMmS
12/05/2025
It's the most colorful and dazzling First Friday of the year! ✨ 🌈
Today marks the start of Downtown Raleigh Alliance's Illuminate Art Walk presented by Cooperating Raleigh Colleges. Visit downtown this evening to admire 15+ large-scale light installations created by some of the best & brightest artists from North Carolina, and beyond.
While you're out, enjoy extended art gallery hours, events at your favorite businesses, delicious food and drinks, and Illuminate magic—all in one night, all in Downtown Raleigh.
🌃 Illuminated 5-11pm
🎟️ Free, family-friendly, and self-guided
Find 15+ events for First Friday and the full map of Illuminate installations 👇
https://downtownraleigh.org/illuminate
https://downtownraleigh.org/first-friday-raleigh/events
Illuminate Art Walk is presented by Cooperating Raleigh Colleges, with support from Raleigh Arts
It’s not just another Friday, this week is November in Downtown Raleigh! 🥳
Dozens of local businesses, galleries, and venues are opening their doors late for an evening filled with art, music, and downtown magic.
While you’re out exploring, join us at Pop-Up Shops at Wilmington Street for DRA’s own First Friday party with ! Enjoy complimentary appetizers from , sip and shop local, and help us celebrate Casa Imperial Finery’s first few months in their new storefront.
📆 Friday, November 7th
Explore events happening this Friday and keep checking back throughout the week at our link in bio 📲
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Downtown Raleigh, NC
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| 9am - 9pm |
