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May First Friday presented by Intown Concord

May First Friday presented by Intown Concord

Intown Concord is thrilled to announce the return of First Friday, the Capital City’s monthly celebration of community, creativity, and commerce. The 2025 season kicks off on Friday, May 2, with additional events scheduled for June 6, August 1, September 5, October 3, and November 7.
First Friday brings the city to life with extended shopping hours, art exhibits, food, music, and free programming throughout downtown and beyond. This year, the series expands to highlight more community venues, including Kimball Jenkins, McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center, Outer Space Gallery, Pillar Gallery & Projects, and Concord Makerspace.
“Thanks to the support of the City of Concord and Merrimack County Savings Bank, we’re thrilled to continue the First Friday series in 2025,” said Jess Martin, Executive Director of Intown Concord. “Downtown businesses and galleries have rallied behind this effort, demonstrating its impact and contributing to our local economy.”
Highlights for May 2 include:
Food Trucks- Wicked Tasty & The Gravy Train
FREE Yoga on the State House Lawn – A community class hosted by Tina Poirer and 2 Home Fitness from 5:30–6:30 pm.
Pop-Up Joy from Shed Events – Back again this year, gifting free floral bouquets around town—just because! Limited supply, so keep an eye out!
Live Music featuring Ryan Williamson at City Plaza – Presented by NH Music Collective.
Live Music in Bicentennial Square – Enjoy The Wandering Souls Band from 6:00–8:00 pm
Tree Tour Of Downtown Concord- This free guided walking tour, led by Stacey Brown (City Councilor for Ward 5 in Concord), invites you to explore the rich variety of trees that line our streets, parks, and public spaces. Meet at City Plaza in front of the state house at 4:30pm.he State House at 4:30 pm
Make & Take Fridays at Kimball Jenkins – Make & Take Fridays featuring a series of fun art workshops! All workshops (except Open Studio) are $50/person, 21+ and BYOB (7:00-9:00 pm).

Pillar Gallery & Projects – Sanctuary of the Unquiet exhibit is an interactive artist residency by Hannah Cole Dahar (5:00–8:00 pm).
Concord Makerspace Open House – Hands-on demonstrations in woodworking, laser cutting, and 3D printing (6:00–8:00 pm).
McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center – Super Stellar Friday Series, “Crafting Imagination, One Layer at a Time: All About 3D Printing” with Jeff Leblanc, Co-Owner of Windy Ridge Makers. Free planetarium show and telescope viewing with purchase of a museum ticket (6:30–9:30 pm).
Downtown Business Specials – Extended hours, exclusive promotions, wine tastings, and more throughout Main Street.

Downtown, Concord; Concord, NH; 107 N. Main Street
04:00 PM - 08:00 PM on Fri, 2 May 2025

Event Supported By

Intown Concord
(603) 226-2150
info@intownconcord.org
Downtown, Concord; Concord, NH; 107 N. Main Street

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