# Event Details

- **Event Name**: First Friday
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 06 Nov, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Fri, 06 Nov, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us in downtown Abingdon, Virginia on Friday, November 6th from 5-8 PM for First Friday. We welcome a slower pace to First Friday during the fall and winter months, where one partner will "host" the event each month. 

Dot + Hop will act as the official host venue for the November event, with opportunities to extend your evening at other participating art partners, restaurants, retail, and lodging. Make plans to begin your night out at First Friday by stopping in Dot + Hop!

Sip and stroll through town at your own pace as local galleries, studios, and art spaces keep their doors open for extended hours.

First Friday offers a chance to engage with a diverse range of artistic styles and mediums in an open and approachable way, with select locations featuring special themes, promotions, exhibitions, activities, and offerings.

Participating Art Spaces:
-Dot + Hop
-The Arts Depot
-Art Lab at William King Museum of Art: Craft activity, open artist studios, snacks
-Holston Mountain Artisans & Antiques: Live artisan demonstrations

Participating restaurants, retail, and lodging partners for November 2026:
-All Things Custom
-As Above So Below
-Dawn & Dusk: Artwork on display by Hattie Hopkins of Dot + Hop, cocktails and dusk bites.

(Additional participating spaces with extended hours or special offerings will be added to this event as made available)

Whether you're a dedicated art lover or simply looking to explore historic downtown Abingdon at your own pace, First Friday is an opportunity to immerse yourself in Abingdon, Virginia's creative spirit as it experiences a reborn arts renaissance. 

Are you a business owner interested in being part of the First Friday fun? Contact Bonnie Persinger (bonniepersingerfineart@gmail.com) and/or Allison Linder (info@abingdonartsdepot.org) to get involved.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/abingdon/first-friday/200030931748334
- **Event Categories**: first-friday, art, exhibitions
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 23

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Abingdon
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 284 W Main St, Abingdon, VA 24210-2749, United States
- **lat**: 36.70871
- **long**: -81.97974
- **full address**: 284 W Main St, Abingdon, VA 24210-2749, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is First Friday being held?
  - **A:** First Friday takes place on Fri, 06 Nov, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Fri, 06 Nov, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 284 W Main St, Abingdon, VA 24210-2749, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing First Friday?
  - **A:** First Friday is organized by Visit Abingdon VA.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Visit Abingdon VA's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Visit Abingdon VA a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Visit Abingdon VA has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** First Friday is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Abingdon, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If First Friday sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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