First Fridays
First Fridays is a monthly celebration that showcases local artists and galleries, places to dine and sip, late night shopping, events, live music, and more! Join us on the first Friday of every month from 6:00pm - 10:00pm.
With fresh programming each month, First Fridays provide opportunities to engage with Downtown Bellingham and discover the city center throughout the year. Dozens of businesses host artists, feature signature dishes, become a stage for musicians, and more!
May First Friday coincides with Children’s Art Walk hosted by Allied Arts of Whatcom County. It’s a great night to experience Downtown!
Find your own adventure each First Friday! To help your journey, we publish printable and digital maps each Wednesday before the event. Limited printed maps are also available at participating venues. Look for the signature colorful buntings adorning participating doorways and entrances!
For Businesses & Artists
Register for upcoming First Fridays to be included in venue guides, and receive your signature First Friday door buntings. Registration due the Monday before each First Friday.
Are you an artist interested in your work being displayed at First Friday?
2026 First Friday Dates
February 6th
March 6th
April 3rd
May 1st
June 5th
July TBD
August 7th
September 4th
October 2nd
November 6th
December 4th
