First Friday (Old City)

Philadelphia, PA · Arts & Culture

When: October 2, 2026
Where: Old City Arts District (Front to 4th St, Market to Vine St) · Philadelphia · PA
Cost: Not confirmed
Status: Confirmed from the organizer's published schedule

A monthly gallery and arts walk held the first Friday of every month year round in Old City, where more than 30 galleries and businesses stay open late with new exhibitions. Founded in 1991 by a group of Old City galleries, it is now stewarded by the Old City District and remains one of Philadelphia's longest running recurring arts events.

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A monthly gallery and arts walk held the first Friday of every month year round in Old City, where more than 30 galleries and businesses stay open late with new exhibitions.
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