3rd Friday February 21st - Indoors Only

February 21, 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’s still tons to do and see. So bundle up, grab your friends, and head out for a night on the town!

Salisbury Art Space will present Luminosity, a brand-new exhibition that features local works inspired by light to warm our spirits during the short days of winter. The show is open to submissions from Salisbury Art Space members and other area artists, and will include a reception.

Luminosity will be judged by Salisbury University Professor of Painting, Jinchul Kim and includes a foyer gallery solo exhibition by Sequoia Chupek. Salisbury Art Space is located on the lower level of the Salisbury University building off the Plaza.

Salisbury University Art Galleries | Downtown, is pleased to announce its first Spring exhibition, titled Habitat which will be open during 3rd Friday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Featuring the work of multiple artists, the exhibit explores the human habitat past, present and future through photography, installation, sculpture and new media. Salisbury University Art Galleries | Downtown Campus is also located in the SU Building, just past Maya Bella’s Pizzeria.

Fenix Youth Project and Salisbury Poetry Week will be teaming up to identify Salisbury’s first Youth Poet Laureate next month, and in preparation the groups are offering a “Popping Sonnets Workshop” hosted by Salisbury’ inaugural Poet Laureate Nancy Mitchell in the Downtown Salisbury Visitor Center from 4:30 – 6 p.m. The program aims to identify young writers who are committed to civic and community engagement, poetry and performance, human relations, diversity and education across the City and is available to youth at no charge.

The downtown bars and restaurants are ready with live music for 3rdFriday! Pick up a FeBREWary game card, support MD craft beer and collect signatures during the month of Feb for a chance to win cool prizes. Roadie Joe’s Bar and Grill will have amazing food specials, plus Smooth and Remy from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and The Joshes from 10 p.m. to close. Brew River will be hosting Seinfeld-themed Trivia, Mojo's will have DJ Vybe and Market Street will have Cup of Joe from 7 – 10 p.m. and a DJ late night.

3rd Friday is a downtown economic development initiative and a project of the Salisbury Arts & Entertainment District and The City of Salisbury.

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