First Friday August 1: Dog Days of Summer

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
 

Intown Concord Celebrates August First Friday with 'Dog Days of Summer' Theme
Live Music, Outdoor Movies and Dogs!

JULY 24- Concord, NH — Intown Concord invites the community to beat the heat and bring the pups downtown for August’s First Friday celebration, happening Friday, August 1 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This month’s theme, Dog Days of Summer, brings a tail-wagging mix of music, food, family fun, and pet-friendly programming to the Capital City.

AUGUST 1 FIRST FRIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

Live Music & Outdoor Movie:

• DJ Nazzy dance party in City Plaza (5:30–8:00 PM)
• The Wandering Souls Band in Bicentennial Square (6:00–8:00 PM)
• Outdoor screening of The Goonies presented by Red River Theatres in Eagle Square at 8:00 PM

Dog Days Community Activities:

• Pope Memorial SPCA will be in Eagle Square from 5:30–7:30 PM with shelter info and a donation drop-off
• Darbster Rescue will be in Phenix Avenue (next to Candletree Soy Candles) with adoptable puppies to meet from 5:30–7:30 PM
• Free yoga class with Tina Poirer and 2 Home Fitness on the State House Lawn (5:30–6:30 PM)
  
  

Food Trucks:

• Wicked Tasty
• The Gravy Train
• The Frozen Flamingo
  
  

Downtown Business Specials:

• Concord Food Co-op: Outdoor cookout with burgers, steak & cheese, and hot dogs, live music, local vendors, and desserts; store open until 8:00 PM
• Father Daughter Customs: Spin the prize wheel for a chance to win a custom gift valued at $25 or less
• Firefly Crystal & Tarot: 25% off readings and gift cards; $15 Tarot jewelry sets (4:00–8:00 PM)
• Gibson’s Bookstore: Open until 8:00 PM
• Gondwana & Divine: Open until 7:00 PM
• Granite State Candy Shoppe: Buy one, get one free ice cream (4:00–8:00 PM)
• Homebody: 20% off pet collection and free “doggie” bags for pups (4:00–8:00 PM)
• Lilise Designer Resale: 20% off for consignors on file
• McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center: Stay tuned for Super Stellar Friday details
• Nordic Notes & Notions: Open until 8:00 PM
• Penumbra: Open until 8:00 PM
• Sour Joe’s Pizzeria: Open until 8:00 PM
• Sue’s Kimbap House: Open until 8:00 PM
• Totally Tea + Coffee: Gayme Night with ACLU from 4:00–7:00 PM ($5 entry includes drink)
• Viking House: Open until 8:00 PM
  
  

Please note: Many activities are dog-friendly, but visitors are encouraged to consult the list of participating dog-welcoming businesses before bringing their pets downtown.

For more information about First Friday and other upcoming events, visit www.firstfridayconcord.com/august or follow @IntownConcord on social media.