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This is Gallia's favorite summer community event, held on the first Friday of the month, June-Sept. It features a unique shop and stroll experience in historic and beautiful Downtown Gallipolis with extended businesses hours and special deals at local shops and restaurants. Over 100 artisan vendors and pop-up shops line Second Avenue, Court and State Street, plus food trucks, a beer & wine garden with LIVE entertainment, raffles & prizes, LIVE radio remotes with concert ticket giveaways, Kids Corner Activities, pet adoptions & portraits, a classic car cruise-in and more. First Friday is an all volunteer effort to promote good times, inclusivity and hospitality in Gallia and surrounding areas and welcomes EVERYONE to enjoy Downtown Gallipolis while supporting small business and artists. Join in the fun and love where you live!
Dates
Jul 03, 2026 · 6:00 PM - Jul 03, 2026 · 9:00 PM(GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Location
Parking instructions
FREE Street Parking
Health & safety
- Rain or Shine Event as long as weather conditions are safe - Secure all tents and items incase of windy conditions - Leave adequate room on sidewalks for two way foot traffic, wheelchairs and strollers - Please drink responsibly and within designated areas
Event highlights
LIVE Music by The Wade Jarrell Band
On the Main Stage - The Wade Jarrell Band is a band based out of SE Ohio. They are a party unlike any other!
First Round courtesy of CSG
First Come First Served! 21+
First Round in the DRP beer garden is courtesy of CSG Customs & Collisions while supplies last. So come early grab a drink and cheers to CSG.
Merry Family Wine Slushies
Cool down with a Merry Family Wine Slushie in the DRP beer garden. 21+
Reyes Signature Drink & After Party
We're excited to serve a signature drink by Reyes Taqueria & Cantina in the DRP beer garden at First Friday. July will be YARD Margaritas. 21+
When First Friday ends at 9pm, head over to the back patio at Reyes to continue the fun!
First Friday Cruise-In
McNeal's Garage brings back the nostalgia of cruising the city park every First Friday. Located on State St and a portion of 1st Ave., classic cars, custom rides and car enthusiasts are invited to pull in, park and share your ride with the community. Contact McNeals Garage for more Info.
Empower Automotive Golf Cart Rides
Cruise around First Friday in a golf cart from Empower Automotive. Need a lift to your car with all the treasures you've picked up from the shops and vendors, or test drive one before you custom build a cart for yourself. Mindena and her team at Empower got you covered.
Holzer Senior Care - First Friday Games
This free activity is designed for seniors ages 60+ and is the perfect way to enjoy First Friday with friends. Trivia, Name-That-Tune, Bingo and more.
Near the Dough Boy Monument in the City Park
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Free to Participate
Obstacle Course & Bounce House
Bounce on over to Kid's Corner in the State Street side of the park and let the kiddos go wild on the GIANT Inflatable obstacle course and bounce house. Sponsored by Robin Fowler State Farm, Burlile Oil, Williams Fuel Stop & The Korner.
Colony Cocktail Buckets, Lemonade Buckets & Homemade Ice Cream
The Colony Restaurant is turning up the party vibes for First Friday with their Cocktail Buckets, Lemonade Buckets & Homemade Ice Cream! Stop in for refreshing oversized drinks, delicious food specials, and First Friday inspired fun all evening long. Happy Hour runs from 2–6 PM, so come early and kick off your First Friday with a bucket cocktail! Summer fun awaits at The Colony!
Get your official First Friday Shirt
Grab the official First Friday shirt and wear your community spirit with pride! This year’s shirts are available to purchase or order through local print shop Coaches Corner, and you’ll spot our amazing DRP Beer Garden volunteers proudly modeling them all season long.
Whether you’re volunteering, cruising downtown, shopping vendors, or dancing in the street, these shirts are the perfect way to be part of the fun and support the growth of First Friday in Gallipolis. Get yours now and match the crew keeping the party going all summer long!
Seabolt & Co. - Kindness is Beautiful Animal Adoption and Shelter Fundraiser
Seabolt & Co is bringing something truly special to First Friday this year, and it is all about community, compassion, and our four-legged friends.
Join them at the storefront for a live adoptathon in partnership with local dog shelters, giving adoptable dogs a chance to meet their future families right in the heart of downtown. This is a wonderful opportunity to support rescue efforts and maybe even find a new best friend.
They will also be selling their “Kindness Is Beautiful” merchandise, with proceeds helping support shelter partners, along with a fun Plinko game with prizes where 100% of proceeds go directly to the participating shelters.
Come out, play a game, shop with purpose, and help make a real difference for animals in need while enjoying First Friday in Gallipolis.
Modryznski Farms - Strolling Off The Farm
Look for Modryznski Farms in the
CITY PARK during FIRST FRIDAY.
They are bringing a couple furry visitors in strollers to walk the park & place some tiny resin farm animal ducks to be found!
Temple Tattoo - $75 Flash Tattoo Designs
12-10pm, $75 Flash Tattoo designs. Designs are shown in photo and available for viewing in our lobby. Special runs all day starting at noon so feel free to get in early.
Temple Tattoo Since 1996
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Sponsors
Meet our Sponsors!
Burlile Oil
Ratliff Pool Center
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Total Media/Pure Rock
Thomas Do-It Center
The Wiseman Agency
The Korner
Temple Tattoo
Smith Chevrolet
Shaynaco
Seabolt & Co
Route 35 Party Rentals
Robin Fowler State Farm
Reyes Taqueria & Cantina
Ratliff Pool Center
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Ohio Valley Bank
Burnett's Heating & Cooling
Modrzyski Farms
McNeal's Garage
Kali's Pizza
Jessica Malone Photography & Portraits
ITSVOIP
Gallia County Convention and Visitors Bureau
Eric Jones DDS
Empower Automotive
Elks Lodge
Edward Jones - Issac Mills
CSG
Coach's Corner
Central Supply Co
Williams Fuel Stop
Maps
First Friday July Map
First Friday July Map
Terms & Conditions
All fees are considered a non-profit donation to the Downtown Revitalization Project and are non-refundable.
Hosted by Downtown Revitalization Project
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Gallipolis, Ohio, United States 
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