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First Friday

June 2, 2023 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Experience the cool vibe of downtown State College during our monthly First Friday events. A casual atmosphere features art, people-watching, mingling with friends, shopping, and dining at the diverse and delectable State College restaurants.
First Friday goers will experience after-hours access to galleries and shops, free bites and beverages, live music, retail and restaurant specials, and more. And there’s free parking in the Pugh, Fraser and Beaver garages with validations from participating merchants.

New this year: Sidewalk Sales!

 

Participating downtown stores are hosting sidewalk sales all day on First Friday! Click here for more info!

First Friday Market Jam with Anna Pearl Belinda
Downtown State College Farmers Market on Locust Lane
12-2pm

 

In coordination with the Downtown Farmers Market, we are sponsoring live, local music at the market on Locust Lane on First Fridays from May through September. Stop by the Downtown Farmers Market between noon and 2pm and enjoy live music as you peruse the locally produced items! This month’s performer is Anna Pearl Belinda!

Sidewinder in the MLK Plaza
127 S Fraser St
5:30-8pm

 

Enjoy the music of Sidewinder live on the MLK Plaza from 5:30-8pm! Many thanks to The Band Junkies for their booking, photography and promotional skills!

Centre LGBT+ in the MLK Plaza
127 S Fraser St
5-8pm

Stop by to learn about State College Pride and explore what Centre LGBT+ is doing to support the LGBT+ community.

First Friday the DID Office
127 S Fraser St
5-8pm

Come see the works of Maxine Jones as part of the Art Alliance Outreach Program! Light refreshments provided!

First Friday at The Nittany Quill
111 S Fraser St
5-8pm

The Nittany Quill offers light refreshments during First Friday! Snack while you shop! 5-8pm

First Friday at Growing Tree Toys
202 S Allen St
5-8pm

Mixed-By-Me Putty Workshop – Friday, June 2nd
Kids create their own one-of-a-kind, Hide Inside putties. Possibilities are endless!

-Pick a putty and pieces to hide inside.

-Design, label and name the creation.

-Then, find the hidden pieces.

-Time to make: 30-45 min

-For ages 4 yrs +

*$3 per child.
*Purchase a spot for each child attending by visiting our Facebook page or our website.
*Adult must be present during the class, this is not a drop off event

First Friday at Juana’s
129 S Fraser St
5-8pm

Juana’s will have a table set up in the MLK Plaza to take orders while you listen to Miss Melanie! Mention “First Fridays” for a 10% discount!

First Friday at Kish Bank Expect More Store
114 S Fraser St
5:30-7:30pm

Kish and the Art Alliance of Central PA present Part 2 of the Art Alliance’s Annual Members Show.
Stop by The Expect More Store on Friday, June 2 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. to cast a vote for your favorite artwork and enjoy cheeses, wine, and beer!
This event is FREE and open to the public.

First Friday at Woskob Family Gallery
146 S Allen St
5-8pm

Visit the gallery to unwind and recharge from 5-8pm. Experience Mengqi Xu’s immersive installation I See Fish in the Somber Woods. Join for the Window Flower Paper Cutting Workshop led by the artist from 5-7pm.

Window Flower Paper Cutting Workshop
5-7pm

Discover the traditional Chinese paper cutting technique that is commonly used during important festivities like weddings, childbirth, and especially during the Chinese New Year. The intricate cut-paper artwork is believed to represent good luck and happiness, and is often displayed on doors and windows across China. Create your own design or choose from provided templates.

No experience necessary. 4 years and up. All materials provided.

First Friday at Master Goblin Games
234 E College Ave, Suite D
5-10pm

Master Goblin Games is hosting an Open Game Night, starting at 5pm! Come bring your friends! Come bring your games! Come meet new friends! Come learn new games!

First Friday at Appalachian Outdoors
133 S Allen St
5-8pm

Stop into Appalachian Outdoors for beer & wine (2 drink limit) and light refreshements, as well as the chance to enter an in-store raffle!

Rhoneymeade Fest at 3 Dots
137 E Beaver Ave
5-10pm

Join 3 Dots in kicking off Rhoneymeade Fest with the first Pugh Street Shutdown of the summer!

Celebrate First Friday in the street and enjoy:

✨Performances from local faves and national acts from Denver, NYC, and DC
✨ Featured pours on the patio by Shy Bear, Big Spring Spirits, and SoBar
✨ Laurencio Ruis’ The LASTree opening reception in the 3 Dots gallery
✨ FREE gender affirming clothing with our Centre LGBTQA+ closet cleanout

First Friday at Harpers
224 E College Ave
5-7pm

Live music by The Whistle Tones flute quartet 5-6:30pm and enjoy a complimentary beverage 5-7pm!

First Friday at The Squirrel & Acorn Bookshop
103 S Allen St
5-8pm

Activity TBA!

Pop-up Playtime at Tempest Studios
140 Kelly Aly (behind the Fraser Street Garage)
6-7:30pm

It’s playtime – we’ve got juggling scarves, dancing ribbons, puppets, masks, wings, storybook corners, and much, much more.
We’ll put on some music, add some drumming, and just play. It’s Family Time in Tempest Studios – come play with us!
Free, all ages

First Friday at A’s Pub in McLanahan’s
114 S Allen St
6-8pm

Enjoy half-price happy hour from 6-8pm, Founders Brewing Company tasting event from 6-8pm, and live entertainment with Nate Cutshall starting at 7pm!

First Friday at The Makery
123 S Fraser St
6-8pm

Stop by The Makery to make a boat with an intention or hope for the summer written on the sail!

Live Music at the Schlow Library Corner
Corner of Beaver and Allen
starting at 6pm

Spaces In Between, a 2-piece acoustic and percussion indie pop/rock band/producer making music in a barn near Colyer Lake and Anaphylaxis a 5-piece alternative band from State College whose members are all current/former Penn State students will be performing recently released original music and a few covers busking style in front of the Schlow Centre Region Library on the corner of Beaver and Allen Street.

Star Wars at The State Theatre
130 W College Ave
starting at 8pm

Discover the conflict between good and evil in the electrifying Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back. After the destruction of the Death Star, Imperial forces continue to pursue the Rebels. After the Rebellion’s defeat on the ice planet Hoth, Luke journeys to the planet Dagobah to train with Jedi Master Yoda, who has lived in hiding since the fall of the Republic. In an attempt to convert Luke to the dark side, Darth Vader lures young Skywalker into a trap in the Cloud City of Bespin.
Adult – $12, Student – $9

Free Rides with Vamos! Lion Chariot
6-8pm

Keep an eye out for Vamos! Lion Chariot from 6-8pm and enjoy a free ride on us!

 

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