First Friday

Each month, a family-friendly community celebration happens with a wide range of local arts, galleries, shopping, award-winning restaurants and spirits, live music and entertainment. First Friday takes place in the heart of the Carbondale Creative District and historic downtown core.

Main Street businesses open their doors with extended hours and special offerings; local businesses and organizations host booths, games or activities. Locals and visitors alike generate community spirit on streets closed to traffic to create an expanded promenade feel.

April 5th
First Friday — Spring into Wellness & Healing Hoof It 5K

May 3rd
First Friday — Family Block Party & Pride Parade

June 7th
First Friday — Art Around Town

July 5th
First Friday — July

August 2nd
First Friday — August

September 6th
First Friday — September

October 4th
First Friday — October

November 1st
First Friday — Dia De Los Muertos

December 6th
First Friday — Light Up Carbondale

For First Friday-related information, including upcoming events and involvement opportunities, please visit https://www.carbondalearts.com/first-friday.

Take it all in.

Explore arts & culture

Cruise on a scenic drive

Where to chill out

Events & Activities

Dec 21
>CCC’s Holiday Invitational
CCC’s Holiday Invitational

Exhibition on display November 1st - December 21st. Open Monday - Friday 10am - 5 pm.

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Dec 21
>Bonedale Winter Bonanza
Bonedale Winter Bonanza

Mark your calendars for the first ever Bonedale Winter Bonanza! This is a Creative District wide activation throughout the...

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Dec 24
>Deck The Walls Holiday Market
Deck The Walls Holiday Market

November 14 through December 24
Every holiday season, Carbondale Arts transforms its gallery space into a shop fille...

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