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DRP Community Events Fund
Organized by Downtown Revitalization Project
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Deadline: Dec 31, 2026 11:59 pm
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Jun 05, 2026 6:00 pm - Jun 05, 2026 9:00 pm
About
Support the Heart of Downtown Gallipolis!
Every donation helps us create the energy, excitement, and opportunities that keep Downtown Gallipolis thriving. Your generosity supports events, beautification projects, promotions, and experiences that bring people together while driving foot traffic to our local shops, restaurants, and small businesses.
When our downtown is busy, our whole community benefits. Families make memories, visitors discover Gallipolis, and local businesses gain the support they need to grow and succeed.
Our 2026 fundraising goals are focused on making an even bigger impact through larger events, stronger marketing, downtown improvements, family-friendly entertainment, and new ways to attract visitors year-round.
No gift is too small. Every dollar helps us keep the momentum going and continue building a vibrant, welcoming, and prosperous Downtown Gallipolis for everyone.
About the event
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!
