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 and entertainment, retail and restaurant specials, and more.
Don't forget there’s free parking in the Pugh, Fraser and Beaver garages with validations from participating merchants.
First Fridays run from April-December.
(No First Friday on July 4, 2025)
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Participating Businesses & Events:
Jaaye in the MLK Plaza 5:30-8pm
Centre Film Festival in the MLK Plaza 5-8pm
DSCID Office 5-8pm
Duck Donuts 5-8pm
Nittany Quill 5-8pm
Drip Studios 5-8pm
3 Dots 5-8pm
The Makery 6-8pm
The Makery Market
McLanahan's 6-9pm
Manny's Live Performance Space 7-11pm
Blue Brick Theatre, show at 7pm
The State Theatre, movies at 8 & 10:45pm, show at 8pm
Wreck It 8:30pm-12am
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