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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
Sep 04, 2026 · 6:00 PM - Sep 04, 2026 · 9:00 PM(GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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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 Stringbenders
On the Main Stage - local favorites The Stringbenders. 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.
Mark Wood Fun Show
Children's Entertainer - Comedy, magician and balloon artist with a western flair!
Free Show -6:30-8:30pm.
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.
The Colony Jimmy Buffett Party
Join us at The Colony for a Jimmy Buffett-inspired night full of island vibes, great food, cold drinks, and plenty of good times! ??
Jimmy Buffett Party
Key West Rum Punch!
$5 Margaritas!!!
Great food
Island vibes
Come dressed in your best Parrothead gear!
Let’s make this last First Friday of 2026 one to remember! Grab your friends, throw on a Hawaiian shirt, and come escape to Margaritaville for the night.
The Colony
Friday, September 4th
Last First Friday of the year!
You know the drill… it’s 5 o’clock somewhere! ??
Come hang out, have some fun, and help us close out First Fridays with a BIG one! ❤️
Reyes After Party
When First Friday ends at 9pm, head over to the back patio at Reyes to continue the fun!
Gallia County Health Department - Pop Up Project
Pop Up Project
presented by
Gallia County Health Department
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
SEE THE TEMPORARY IMPROVEMENTS AND SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS.
Look for the Health Dept setup in the park
Corner of 2nd Ave & Court St.
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
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.
Seabolt & Co. - Kindness is Beautiful Halloween Bags
Seabolt & Co is bringing something truly special to First Friday again for Sept!
Join them at their storefront to kick off their Limited Edition Halloween Bags to carry lunches, use for trick-or-treat or to give as BOOtiful gifts to your friends
Come out, shop with purpose, and help make a real difference while enjoying First Friday in Gallipolis.
Temple Tattoo - First Friday Special
**FRIDAY September 4th**
12-10pm $75 Tattoo Designs (Arm & Leg Only)
Last chance for our $75 sheets, and bonus $100 black & grey ($125 color) sheet.
All day, $75 Flash Tattoo designs. Designs are shown in photo and available for viewing in our lobby ($100 sheet only available on location).
Special runs all day starting at noon so feel free to get in early. Bruce will only be available for these flash designs.
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!
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Sponsors
Meet our Sponsors!
Burlile Oil
Ohio Valley Bank
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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Modrzyski Farms
Burnett's Heating & Cooling
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 September Map
First Friday September 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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