First Friday

First Friday, now a popular Williamsport tradition in its 17th year, is a community event that truly celebrates the arts. Its aim is to foster Williamsport’s well-deserved reputation as the cultural heart of North Central Pennsylvania by showcasing artists and their work, while also offering live music, entertainment and special events in a family-friendly atmosphere. Many of our wonderful downtown shops stay open late, and we invite you to enjoy our fantastic restaurants and pubs, too. If you need help finding a place to park, we have parking information about all the lots around Williamsport. In addition to the live, outdoor music & entertainment on Pine Street, you’ll also find outstanding live music in almost all of our downtown pubs & clubs. Co-hosted by the Williamsport Business Association and the Lycoming Arts Council, downtown comes alive during our First Friday celebrations … and we welcome you to join the fun, enjoy the atmosphere and soak up some fabulous art!

SPECIAL FIRST FRIDAY PROGRAMS

Pine Street & West Fourth Street Arts Fest

During First Fridays, Pine Street between West Fourth & North Streets is closed to traffic (April through October), and artists can set up, show or sell their work on Pine Street and West Fourth Street from 5pm to 9pm for a $10 donation. The Pine Street Arts Fest in April & October is subject to weather conditions. Artists can have a six-foot table or a three-panel display and a chair, but no booths, tents or food are allowed under our permit.

To be a part of First Friday contact Suzette at Patinaz by calling 570-321-1944 or emailing firstfriday@williamsportpa.org. Artists & crafters can sign up until 5pm on any First Friday and must be signed up and have an assigned spot to be covered under our permit. Vendors who preregister by the Wednesday before First Friday are guaranteed the same spot.

CollegeTown Gallery at The Community Arts Center

Hosting unique art from one college student each month. Work is displayed at the Community Arts Center located at 220 West Fourth Street in downtown Williamsport.

Ch’art : Children’s Art Gallery at Plankenhorn Stationery

Plankenhorn’s Stationery, located at 144 West Fourth Street, exhibits art work from local elementary schools.

St-art : Student Art Gallery at the Genetti Hotel

Hosting unique art from local high school students. Works are displayed in the lobby of the historic Genetti Hotel at 200 West Fourth Street.

PARTICIPATING GALLERIES & LOCATIONS

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