First Friday
Schedule
Fri Jun 05 2026 at 05:00 pm to 08:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
208 West Main Street, Abingdon, VA, United States, Virginia 24210 | Abingdon, VA
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Join us in downtown Abingdon, Virginia on Friday, June 5th from 5-8 PM for First Friday, a monthly celebration rooted in the art walk tradition. This evening invites you to experience the arts in an open, approachable way at our galleries and art spaces, plus at participating restaurants, retail, and lodging. PLUS, don't miss out on complimentary retro trolley rides by Experience Appalachia for quicker exploring!Sip and stroll through town at your own pace as local galleries, studios, and art spaces keep their doors open for extended hours.
The event will offer a chance to engage with a diverse range of artistic styles and mediums, with select locations featuring special themes, promotions, exhibitions, activities, and offerings.
Affiliate Art Spaces:
-Dot + Hop, Featuring rotating exhibition, hors d'oeuvres
-Abingdon Fine Art & Framing, Opening reception for "Summer in the Mountains"
-The Arts Depot, Featuring Barbara Parkinson aluminum sculptures & members exhibit Edward Harsen "Mindfulness"
-Art Lab at William King Museum of Art, Shadow puppet craft, snacks, and artist open studios
-Holston Mountain Artisans & Antiques
-Glass Peacock, Featuring live stained glass demonstrations
-The Gallery @ Barr Photographics
-Southern Appalachian Dance Academy, Featuring live dance performances and dance demonstrations in Lois H. Humphreys Park
Participating restaurants, retail, and lodging partners for May 2026:
-The Historic Hattie House, Featuring open house
-Foxglove Antiques, Featuring 10% Off 1st Friday Discount
-Chella's On Main
-Shady Business, Featuring 10% Off 1st Friday Discount
-Feel Good Berry Bowls
-Gopher Hole Golf, Participating DORA beverage vendor
-Delta Blues BBQ, Participating DORA beverage vendor
-Mr. Siegner’s Mens Shop
-Appalachian Roots Trading Post
-Peddling Jack's
(Additional participating spaces will be added to this event as available)
To make exploring even easier, Experience Appalachia will be offering complimentary trolley rides throughout downtown, connecting you to participating First Friday locations and adding a fun, convenient way to take in the evening.
Trolley Stops:
-Abingdon Commons (West Main stop)
-The Arts Depot
-Wallberg Construction (East Main stop)
-Sweetbay Brewing Company
-Wolf Den Games
-Papa Julio's
-William King Museum of Art
Whether you're a dedicated art lover or simply looking to explore historic downtown Abingdon at your own pace, First Friday is an opportunity to immerse yourself in Abingdon, Virginia's creative spirit as it experiences a reborn arts renaissance.
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208 West Main Street, Abingdon, VA, United States, Virginia 24210Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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