May 1
PETALS & PEDALS
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MUSIC
City Plaza - 4:00-8:00 pm
A local jam band formed from Concord community members.
RGB TRIO
Bicentennial Square - 4:00-5:45 pm
Concord-based. Bob, Gary and Ryan have some great originals and cover fusion songs from the 70's to now as well as Dead, Zappa, Phish, Jimi and more. Incredibly talented musicians with technical prowess and tons of experience.
Bicentennial Square - 6:15-8:00 pm
90s Nostalgic Alternative Rock Cover Band.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Capitol St. - 4:00-8:00 pm
A juried, outdoor market featuring artisan crafts and fine art in Concord, NH. See complete list of artists below.
FLOWER POT DECORATING
Monthly Free Kids’ Activities sponsored by Concord Pediatrics: City Plaza - 4:00-8:00 pm
Decorate your own flower pot and plant seeds with Concord Pediatrics!
DOWNTOWN CONCORD TREE TOUR
Meet in front of the State House at the Daniel Webster statue - 5:00-6:00 pm
A 60 minute walking tour (0.5 miles) of the beautiful trees throughout downtown Concord. Led by Stacey Brown & Bob Pollack. Free. No registration required. Download the map here.
BUILD YOUR OWN BOUQUET BAR
City Plaza -
OUT OF FLOWERS! Courtesy of Breezeline!
COMMUNITY BIKE RIDE
City Plaza - 5:00-6:00 pm
Join a free community bike ride with the Friends of the Concord-Lake Sunapee Rail Trail! This 5 mile bike ride will be a tour of several Concord Parks and garden spots and will be almost entirely on roads. Approximately 60 minutes with multiple stops. You must wear a helmet to be on the ride.
PAINT A GARDEN ROCK
State House Lawn - 5:00-7:00 pm
Paint a garden rock with the Concord YMCA!
FOOD TRUCKS on Capitol St.
From fresh-baked sourdough loaves to soft, chewy cookies and rich, fudgy brownies — everything is made from scratch in Carly’s cottage kitchen with simple ingredients and lots of love.
Fresh-made mini donuts with your favorite toppings!
Frozen desserts and shaved ice.
Hamburgers, hot dogs, and more grilled favorites!
CONCORD BUSINESSES
20 S Main St.
Arts Alley is hosting a fun pre-Cinco de Mayo party in the courtyard! 20+ tequila & mezcal vendors, live Latin-style DJ, photo booth, tacos, and more. VIP tickets are $90, GA tickets are $50, and we will be selling $20 tickets at the door for the tequila tasting only (tacos not included in that ticket). This is from 6-9 PM (VIP 6-9 PM, GA 7-9 PM) in The Courtyard of Arts Alley.
19 Pleasant St.
Open until 7 pm for First Friday.
231 S Main St.
Live music from The Regular Gents on the patio from 6-9 pm.
132 1/2 N Main St
20% off the entire store from 4 pm until 8 pm
45 S Main St.
Bring your own listening device and headphones and enjoy quality Audiobook Listening Time while you shop, craft, or relax in the bookstore. 4-8 pm every First Friday of the month.
4 Park St.
Come view the April 9th - May 9th Show before it's gone! The art gallery will be open from 4pm-8pm on Friday, May 1st!
254 N. State Street Unit H
Cherry Blossom Paint Night at Gnomies. Join us for a fun, beginner-friendly paint night where you’ll be guided step-by-step to create your own colorful acrylic cherry blossom canvas. Our artist will share simple techniques so even first-time painters can relax, play with color, and leave with a painting they’re proud of. Ages: 10+ $45/pp
23 N Main St.
NHTI’s visual art seniors will showcase their capstone work during Intown Concord's First Friday! Join the opening reception on May 1 from 5–7 p.m at Go Native Gallery, where the exhibit will be on view through May 3. The exhibition will then move to the NHTI Library for display throughout the summer.
134 N Main St.
20% off florals from 4-8 pm.
7 N Main St.
20% off for consignors on file, and drop in styling help from staff! Bring in something you have trouble wearing and our staff will help you find new ways of wearing it!
15 Green St.
Open late for First Friday.
MCAULIFFE-SHEPARD DISCOVERY CENTER
2 Institute Dr.
Super Stellar Friday: Concord’s Water System: From Source to Service. 6:30-9:30 pm. The City of Concord provides the essential lifeblood of our community; clean, reliable drinking water. Join Marco Philippon, Deputy Director of General Services, for an inside look at how the City maintains this critical service 24/7/365. He will explore the hydrologic cycle that naturally replenishes our rivers, streams, and wells, and explain how Concord’s diverse water sources ensure a steady, resilient supply that keeps the city moving forward.
35 Pleasant St.
Open gallery. Visit the latest exhibit featuring artists Lucy Mink and Keiko Narahashi.
10 N State St.
10% off all plants from 4-8 pm
138 N Main St.
Open until 8 pm!
5 Pleasant St. Ext.
Open until 8 pm!
32 N Main St.
The Soapery Off Main’s Downtown Concord location turns one this weekend! Enjoy Double Door Busters until 8 pm. BOGO Shaving prep and 30% off all DIY Kits! Plus, the $5 table is back for the whole weekend AND if you spend $50, you get a $25 gift card for a future visit!
19 N Main St.
10% off anything with flowers on it and 10% off all scents (candles, body products, etc.)
34 Warren St.
Open late for First Friday.
97 Storrs St.
Grand Opening! Stop by for special giveaways and raffle prizes from 10 am to 8 pm. Soulful Flower Bouquet Bar from 4-6 pm.
DANBURY WOODWORKING LLC
Create your own bouquet (free)! Ceramic vases available for purchase.
GRANITE FIREFLY CANDLE COMPANY
'Wildflower Collection' of petal-inspired fragrances and hues.
Everything is made from flower petals!
HIPPIE CHICKS CREATIONS
SHARP CREATIONS BY WENDY
Lots of floral-inspired pieces
Bicycle track necklaces
LESLIE’S LOVELY CREATIONS
Flower-themed mandalas
All pieces are made using real pressed botanicals that grow locally in New Hampshire!
Flower-themed earrings & boxes
PANDEMONIUM WOLF CREATIONS BY ROBERT M HEAD III
Carving demos
All products made with local flowers
Flower-themed items
FIRST FRIDAY “AFTER DARK”
Other events in Concord after 8 pm.