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June's theme is Beach Party!

Intown Concord and the City of Concord present First Friday, a monthly community event that brings together the people of downtown Concord for a fun-filled evening. On the first Friday of every month, businesses are encouraged to stay open late and add some excitement to the night by offering sales, giveaways, workshops, and other activities that are sure to draw in customers. 

This event is a great opportunity for the community to come together and support local businesses while enjoying a night out on the town. Whether you're looking for a great deal on some new clothes, a fun activity to do with friends, or just a chance to explore the downtown area, First Friday has something for everyone. 

So mark your calendars and join us for First Friday, a monthly celebration of community and commerce in downtown Concord. See you there!

Businesses can register their promos/activities here.

City Plaza (In front of the State House)

The Gravy Train Food Truck (Main St) - Smash burgers, loaded fries and more!

Teenie Wienies (Capitol St) - Handmade sausages with unique flavors!

Dance Party & Limbo Contest (City Plaza) - Join DJ Nazzy at City Plaza for a Beach Dance Party and Limbo Contest - 3 winners get gift cards to downtown businesses: Indigo Blues & Co., Puppy Love Hot Dogs, and Brothers Cortado!

Community Volleyball! (State House Lawn) - Bring a friend and play a game of volleyball on the State House Lawn!

Community Activities (City Plaza) - Beach balls, corn hole, hula hoops!

Bicentennial Square

Live Music - NH Music Collective presents Kimayo live! Kimayo is a folk-pop artist, performing in New England since 2019. Her authentic and personal songs depict a humanity that is relatable and comforting. She is creating music that merges adult contemporary with singer/songwriter, and has released a full-length album and 4 singles in her name. Kimayo was voted the Best of the Lakes Region Music (solo) in 2022. Her shows include her original music and a large variety of popular covers.

Capital City Pride Pop-Up Table - Stop by to learn more about Capital City Pride in July!

FREE "Cookies & Stream" Ice Cream Sponsored by Breezeline at Granite State Candy Shoppe (13 Warren St) - 4-8 pm or until supplies run out! 

Concord Businesses

Market Haze Release Party at Concord Craft Brewing (117 Storrs St) - 4-8 pm. Try our 50th Anniversary Market Days specialty brew - Market Haze IPA! 

Achromatic (57 N Main St #104) - Buy one pair of sunglasses, get one free!

Wine on Main (9 N Main St) - Wine on Main will host a FREE wine tasting for First Friday, this time from 4-7 pm!  In honor of the month's theme, all of the wines will be inspired by summertime and the beach.

Penumbra (10 N State St) - Make Your Own Terrariums - drop in anytime from 5-8pm to make a terrarium. We will have all the supplies you need $45 per terrarium

DIY Craft and Thrift (6 N Main St) - DIY Craft and Thrift's grand reopening event, featuring the expansion of the creative reuse aspect of the shop, the independent artist space, Art Alley Cats, and Queerlective, a community workshop and event space. The event signals inclusivity, visibility, and growth within the local creative community!

Lilise Designer Resale (7 N Main St) - Consignor Sale is back! Every First Friday, consignors on file get 20% off! 

Blossom Yoga (120 N Main St) - Bring a friend to an evening class for a BOGO on every First Friday of the month. Use class passes and memberships to bring someone on us!

Indigo Blues & Co (70 N Main St) - Open until 7 pm with summer vibes.

Gibson's Bookstore (45 S Main St) - Open until 8 pm for First Friday.

Capital Vintage (19 Pleasant St Ste 1) - Open until 7 pm. Shop their $10 bin of vintage finds!

Social Club Creamery (138 N Main St) - Open until 9 pm with their June Ice Cream Specials - the Travel Series!

Pillar Gallery Projects (205 N State St) - Open 3-7 pm. Last day to view their current collection, "Into the Ether."

Concord Makerspace (197 N. Main Street, Boscawen) - Open House from 5-8 pm. Concord Makerspace is a membership-based community workshop featuring a well-appointed wood shop, a large CNC Machine, and an assortment of 3-D Printers and Laser Cutters.

McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center (2 Institute Dr.) - Super Stellar Friday - 6:30-9:30 pm. State of The Loon: The Natural History, Challenges, and Successes of Loons in New Hampshire with Harry Vogel of the Loon Preservation Committee.