3rd Friday 2020 Themes Announced!

3rd Friday is pleased to announce its theme line-up for the 2020 outdoor season. Downtown Salisbury’s monthly art and entertainment event uses themes to keep things exciting during the outdoor season April through November.

Some themes are fan favorites and occur every year while other themes come and go. “The themes are just a jumping off point for the local restaurants, businesses and vendors to get creative, and keep things fresh” says 3rd Friday producer Jamie Heater. No matter what theme, every 3rd Friday will be tons of fun this season.

3rd Friday kicks off the 2020 outdoor season on April 17th with ‘Spring Things’ –highlighting everything from baby animals and spring flowers, to sustainability projects and local environmental groups. May 15th will have a ‘Wheels’ theme- coinciding with National Bike Month, an annual Salisbury Skate Park fundraiser and ramp zone hosted by Get Ramped. This June, 3rd Friday is mixing up the themes with fan favorite ‘Dog Month’ getting a name makeover to ‘Paw Prints’ – highlighting not just canines, but all of our beloved pets and animal friends.

July 3rd Friday’s theme ‘Up In the Air’ is a new theme this year, and will coincide with NASA Wallop’s 75th Anniversary celebrations. August 21st’s theme will be ‘Water World’ to keep things cool, complete with waterslides and water balloons and sea creatures. September 18th, check out “Urban Artscapes” for a night of special tours, building highlights and public art. Oct 16th theme is “Super Heroes” with a comic con feel, free comics, highlights on local heroes, and a costume contest for kids and adults. The outdoor season will wrap up on November 20th with a “Holiday Lights” theme that will include the annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, as well as, a last chance to shop from the 3rd Friday vendors for everyone on your list.

This year, 3rd Friday’s footprint will be slightly different as construction progresses. The main event area will be focused on North Division Street between W. Church Street (near Cake Art) to Camden Street (near Mogan’s Oyster House), as well as, down E. Main Street from Division Street to Court Street. Road closures can be expected to affect these areas around 2 p.m. on event days. Road closure and parking closure information will be posted online.

3rd Friday is a free once-monthly art & entertainment festival in Downtown Salisbury. For more information visit www.3rdFridaySby.com. To be a vendor at 3rd Friday you must be an artist, crafter or non-profit organization, and you must register by emailing a description of what you hope to set-up to 3rdFridaySby@gmail.com. 3rd Friday is a downtown economic development initiative and a project of the Salisbury Arts & Entertainment District in partnership with The City of Salisbury.

3rd Friday Jan 17th - Indoors Only

January 17, 2020 is the next 3rd Friday in Downtown Salisbury! This month's event is hosted indoors only - so that means no artists and crafters outside on the street - but there is still tons to do and see in Downtown Salisbury! So bundle up, grab your friends, and head out for a night on the town.

Art lovers, be sure to stop by Salisbury Art Space for the opening reception of Small Treasures: Book Art and Small Works from 5:00 – 7:30pm. This show is made up entirely of locally submitted 2D and 3D works no bigger than 14 inches, asking that viewers zoom in to behold the beauty that comes in small packages.

The ancient expression of book art will also be explored during Small Treasures: Book Art and Small Works, from traditional to contemporary – come see examples of when the book is the art object complete with a special exhibit by local book artist and professor Sally Molenda. Salisbury Art Space is located on the lower level of the Salisbury University Gallery Building.

Shoppers can check out Angello’s Scoops and Unique Gifts for fun gift ideas, and exciting ice cream flavors! Simply Salisbury, SU’s Salisbury-themed gift shop is open until 7 p.m. with comfy sweats, and graphic hoodies for everyone in the family. Barefoot Baby Boutique is always a fun stop too, with fun gift ideas for the little ones in your life.

Oyster lovers should check out the all new Mogan’s Oyster House for oyster specials, and high-end dining options, right on Division Street across from First Shore Federal.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore is celebrating National Mentoring Month with a push for new mentors – with a goal of 50 new mentors by February! Didn’t set a New Years Resolution? Or have you always thought about mentoring? Now is the time to start off the new decade with a new journey as a mentor to children facing adversity in our community. Reach out to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore to find out how you can apply today.

The downtown bars and restaurants are ready with live music for 3rd Friday! Roadie Joe’s Bar and Grill will have amazing food specials, plus live music by Bri Bryant from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m and The Bills from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Brew River will have live music by Dalton Elliott from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and karaoke late night. Mojo’s and Market Street always have great specials on the menu, and DJs for the late-night crowd.

3rd Friday is a downtown economic development initiative and a project of the Salisbury Arts & Entertainment District and The City of Salisbury. For More Information: 3rdFridaySby.com

3rd Friday Dec 20th- DECEMBERFEST!

December 20, 2019 is the next 3rd Friday in Downtown Salisbury! This month's event is hosted indoors only - so that means no artists and crafters outside on the street - but there is still tons to do and see inside! So don your ugliest sweater for a night of shopping, gallery shows, and more.

Salisbury Art Space is hosting its annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Bazaar at Salisbury Art Space now through December 21st. Don't miss the opportunity to find unique gifts, holiday wreaths and decorations created by talented local artists and artisans at affordable prices. You’ll be able to find jewelry, knits, ceramics, collectibles, fine art, sculpture and more, all from local artists. Plus, the Salisbury Art Space Gift Shop is always stocked with treasures perfect for the gift giving season. Salisbury Art Space is located on the lower level of the Salisbury University Building.

The shops are ready to dazzle 3rd Friday goers with great sales right in time for the holidays! Barefoot Baby Boutique is having a Holiday Pajama Party – come dressed in your holiday pajamas on 3rd Friday and receive fifty percent off a new pair of Christmas jammies – Mom, Dad, and the kids – the more the merrier. Angello’s Scoops and Unique Gifts is always a great place for great gift ideas, and now shoppers can leave with sweet treats too! Simply Salisbury has deals on Salisbury branded merchandise, and Season’s Best Antiques is a go -to for one of a kind treasures from times past.

The Downtown Salisbury Visitor Center will again host a Gingerbread House Decorating event where kids can decorate their very own Gingerbread House at no charge. The annual holiday tradition fills up fast, so be sure to pre-register here, only the first fifty kids to sign up online can be accommodated. Everyone always has a great time decorating their very own pre-fabricated gingerbread house with all sorts of treats and goodies.

The downtown bars and restaurants are ready with live music for 3rd Friday! Roadie Joe’s Bar and Grill will live music by Smooth and Remy from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. plus a Tito’s Vodka Ugly Sweater Party with rock band The Queens Bishop from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Brew River will have one of Delmarva’s favorite party band’s On the Edge from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.. Market Street Inn will have live music by Wes Davis from 7:00-10:00 p.m. with DJ Outlaw late night.

3rd Friday is a downtown economic development initiative and a project of the Salisbury Arts & Entertainment District and The City of Salisbury. For More Information: 3rdFridaySby.com