Downtown Gadsden First Friday

09/04/2026

Today's the day! First Friday returns tonight, and it's going to be a scorcher!

Heads up: we're under a heat advisory tonight, with heat index values up to 107°. Please use good judgement when dealing with this heat, stay hydrated, wear sunscreen if you're out before sunset, and take breaks in the air-conditioned shops and restaurants lining both sides of the street when you need to cool off. You can also visit the Gadsden Museum of Art and the Cultural Arts Center to escape the heat for a bit. We'll have all the usual vendors out, plus several live performers, so it's shaping up to be quite the evening. Hot, most definitely, but a cool place to be.

See you downtown!

09/01/2026

Spend your weekend with us in Greater Gadsden starting with the Gadsden Artisan & Farmers Market Friday morning followed by new exhibitions and extended hours at the GMA: Gadsden Museum of Art, and Downtown Gadsden First Friday featuring live entertainment, food, classic cars, and extended business hours.

Make plans to get out and Discover Greater Gadsden this week!

08/28/2026

We've only got 1 week to wait! 🤩First Friday returns Sept 4

08/21/2026

We've only got 2 weeks to wait! 🤩First Friday returns Sept 4

08/18/2026

UPCOMING EVENTS | ARTOBERFEST VENDOR SIGN-UP

We are excited to welcome artists from all venues with diverse talents and experiences to participate in Gadsden's annual Artoberfest on October 15th from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This Art Festival is created specifically to foster a love for the ARTS in our area and to showcase the exciting artists that Gadsden and surrounding areas have to offer.

This form is designed to help us get to know you better and learn what type of art you can offer our festival. Your participation is valued and greatly appreciated.

The Artoberfest Festival will be held on Wall Street (N. 27th Street) in the Alabama City area of Gadsden, where the Theatre of Gadsden's Historic Ritz Theatre has been a beacon of arts and entertainment for over 75 years.

Any information submitted via this form will only be used to contact you regarding your interest and approval of your involvement in elevating connections throughout our community and will not be shared or sold to outside organizations.
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WHEN: October 15th - 5:00-8:00
WHERE: 27th Street - Gadsden, AL (Near the Ritz Theater - Theatre of Gadsden)
COST: $30 per vendor
PROVIDED: Tents for setup, a table for your booth. (If you need lighting, you must provide that.)
LIMITATIONS: 20 Vendors
HAPPENINGS: Live Entertainment, Bouncy House for Kids, Beer Garden for Adults, Arts Engagement

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Go to https://forms.gle/2QTb1mQ23C1dAGtm8 to apply!

Follow us for updates or visit: www.gadsdenmuseum.com/artoberfest
GMA: Gadsden Museum of Art |
Gadsden Arts Council

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08/10/2026

Ramblin' Ricky Tate

08/10/2026