09/02/2026
Kick off your summer evening with local artists, interactive activities, and music filling the streets this First Friday downtown!
The Contemporary Dayton, 25 W. Fourth St.: September 2-26. Member's Spotlight Exhibition. The Member’s Spotlight Exhibitions at The Contemporary Dayton celebrate the vibrant creativity of our local and regional artist community. Open to all current artist members, this ongoing series offers participants the unique opportunity to present a focused body of work in a solo exhibition curated by Heather Jones, Interim Director and Chief Curator. Threads of History: Quilts by Carolyn Mazloomi. June 12-September 12, 2026. Powerful black-and-white quilts that memorialize the lives of Black freedom fighters. Niki Johnson: Pillars of Democracy. July 1-August 15. Four large-scale collaged portraits showcasing the central role of women in the democratic process-from early 20th century suffragists to first-time voters today.
The NEON, 130 E. Fifth St.: Friday Happy Hour Patio Party - with guest hosts Amelia Robinson & Anthony Shoemaker.
Toxic Brew Company, 431 E. Fifth St.: Art and Brews: Fresh local art on the walls with new beers and drink specials with plenty of Non-Alcoholic options
Vogue Vision Photography, 120 West 2nd Street.: Photo sessions only $150 comes with 3 edited images up to 20 poses.
