Youngstown is ushering in summer by bringing back First Fridays to downtown. 

This free, family-friendly event is held at locations throughout downtown at the beginning of each month, beginning this year on May 3rd. The event features live music, networking, local food vendors, shopping, art exhibits, and more. 

The First Fridays organizers say that "whether you are exploring Youngstown's newly reimagined downtown, celebrating YSU Commencement, or just hanging out with friends, there's a spot waiting for you at Youngstown's First Friday!"

The first event of the season is on May 3rd, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Here is the evenings lineup:

Phelps Street

  • Business Networking Happy Hour
  • Vendor booths
  • Summit 330 Stage near Golden String Radio
    • 4:30 p.m to 5:30 p.m. Karkosiak Brothers Guitar Duo
    • 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Caitlin & Company
  • Octave Live Music Cafe
    • Music with Stepping Out Line Dancing at 5:30 p.m. with a band afterward. Stay tuned for details
  • SMARTS on Phelps
    • Providing hands-on activities for the family

Wean Park

  • Flag Football (18+) with YSU Campus Recreation

YMCA (N. Champion)

  • Providing free weekend passes with proof of YSU Commencement Attendance

Youngstown Foundation Amphitheater

  • 8 p.m. Party on the Lawn with RDNA, part of the Premier Bank Community Series