***The tree lighting ceremony has been moved to Saturday, December 2nd at 5:00PM. Head downtown between 12:00PM – 7:00PM for family activities, photos with Santa, entertainment, food and more! Please find more details about this event at: 2017 Light Up York powered by Shipley Energy***

#FFYORK

EVERYONE is invited to attend First Friday in Downtown York, presented by WellSpan Health!

First Friday is a celebration of Downtown shops, restaurants, cultural venues, and nightlife hotspots. From 5:00PM – 9:00PM, downtown shops and restaurants host special events, offer refreshments & promotions, and sponsor live entertainment.

First Friday Activities in the Market District:
The Shops of the Market District will be partnering with Strathmeyer Trees, Uptown Rotary, The Elks Lodge, Downtown Inc, and the STEAM Academy for our first Market District Tree Project. We will have live Christmas trees lining the Market District beginning December First Friday. Each business will also be giving away a gift certificate to a military family for a Strathmeyer Christmas Tree.

Uptown Rotary & The Elks Lodge will be collecting scarves, hats, and gloves to be donated to the STEAM Academy. We will also have a group of live carollers from Trinity UCC traveling & singing around downtown.

Appell Center for the Performing Arts (50 North George Street)
Whether you are a fan of Jazz music or love music of all kinds don’t miss an opportunity to witness the upcoming Jazz music series at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts.

Under the artistic direction of Jeff Stabley, Jazz in the City will welcome regional musicians each month during First Friday festivities from 5:00pm to 7:00pm in the Studio at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts. December’s line up will include Tony Micelli on the vibraphone, J.J. Wiggins on the bass, and Jeff Stabley on the drums.

Elks Lodge #213 – York, PA (223 North George Street)
The Don Johnson Project will be playing Funky Blues, Motown, and much more for First Friday. This band will have you out of your chair and dancing! If you like Hendrix, Otis, and BB King, you will love this band. $10 per person. Ring the buzzer at the front door to be admitted. Come early for dinner and stay for the music and dancing! Dinner is available from 5-9 pm. Non-members – enter the free drawing for a chance to win a $25 Lodge Gift Certificate. Must be present to win. See you at the Lodge!

Elizabeth & West Fashion House (44 West Philadelphia Street)
$10 in fashion cash for every $50 spent.

Sarah’s Sweet & Savory Snacks (46 West Philadelphia Street)
We are offering 10% off all pre-order holiday gift baskets and party trays.

Cherie Anne Designs (48 West Philadelphia Street)
Cherie Anne Designs- Shop with us on First Friday for a chance to win a Christmas gift basket! Shop holiday teas and unique one of a kind gifts for the special people on your list. We will also have hot tea tastings and free take home tea samples for new customers. The Courtyard Café will have Santa in the Courtyard! Come snap a photo with Santa and sip on some hot cocoa. Kids, don’t forget to drop your Christmas list in Santa’s special mailbox directly linked to the North Pole.

Art & Framing Warehouse (147 West Philadelphia Street)
Stop in for local art and collectible prints for the holidays. Get 50% off plus an additional 10% off on custom framing. Gift Certificates available. Light refreshments. Authorized Thomas Kinkade gallery.

Revolt Style Studio (26 North Beaver Street)
We’ll be featuring new winter arrivals including cozy handmade knitwear, vintage sweaters & coats, & tons of new gift items.
Free handmade York ornament with purchase over $50. Open till 9!

Esaan Thai Restaurant of York, PA (30 North Beaver Street)
Try one of their first Friday specials or simply enjoy your favorite Thai dish! Follow with authentic house-made gelato. Reservations recommended. BYOB.

Ewe and Me Yarn Shop (36 North Beaver Street)
We have a wonderful selection of yarns, patterns, needles, hooks, notions, and fiber for spinning and felting. We are also featuring locally made pottery, jewelry and knitwear. Need help guiding your loved ones towards that perfect gift? We have a new wish list registry available. Stop by and fill out a short questionnaire and we will help “Santa” find you the just the right gift.

Sweet Melissa’s Dream (38 North Beaver Street)
Join us at Sweet Melissa’s for some holiday shopping, chocolate tasting and fun! Free gifts with purchase over $30.00 (while supplies last).

Kimman’s (57 North Beaver Street)
We will be serving both spiked and plain sea salt hot chocolate. We will also be offering a gift with purchase to celebrate the holidays.

St. John Episcopal Church (140 North Beaver Street)
Third Annual Cookie Walk – St. John Episcopal Church, 140 North Beaver Street, York, will hold its third annual Cookie Walk in conjunction with First Friday in downtown York on Friday, December 1, 2017, from 5 PM to 7:30 PM. Attendees pick a box or boxes (several sizes/prices to choose from), walk among trays of assorted homemade cookies, and select which ones they care to purchase.

Proceeds from the event go to the St. John Episcopal Church Building Fund.

Isaac’s Restaurants (58 West Market Street)
On the Fly will Celebrate the Holiday Season with $2.00 Candy Cane Lattes and Hot Chocolate.

Our Featured sandwich will be our forever loved Holiday on a Bun. We pair our fresh turkey with stuffing, cranberry sauce, mayo, lettuce, tomato and Sliced Cheddar Cheese. All stuffed into a Poppyseed Kaiser Roll.

Live Music will be presented by our own, on the fly crew member, Cody Kilburn from 6:30pm to Close.

Coffee, Teas, and Thee, LLC (15 South Pershing Avenue)
They are now taking reservations for Dolly & Me Tea. Open to Mother, Father, Grandmother or Grandfather and a child with a dolly. Meal, story and activity will be provided. Time is 6:00PM. Cost for 1 adult and 1 child – $27.00. Please call for reservations.

First Friday Activities in the Royal Square District:
Since the Continental Square Christmas Tree is being lit Saturday, join all of the Royal Square businesses on First Friday’s Light Up Night as we light our lovely lights at each building. The lighting itself will happen at 6 p.m. SHARP.

The Salvation Army – York, PA
We will be providing hot cocoa to keep you warm before you head to see what all of the shops are up to for the night.

OMG Studios (57 East King Street)
Share some Holiday cheer at OMG with some sweet treats! Kara Gonzales will have her Downtown series of hand painted ornaments or commission your own special ornament. We will also have small paintings and jewelry especially priced for holiday giving. If you need a relaxing moment, our special guest is Desiree Van Wicklen giving chair massage for $1/minute. She’s the best!! Happy Holidays from OMG Studios!!

First Friday Activities in WeCo York PA:
I-ron-ic (256 West Philadelphia Street)
First Friday Mini “Gourdements” Make and Take Workshop Cost $4.00 per Ornament or 3 for $10 Includes all supplies and materials.
Wm. A. Falkler 1926-2014 Painting Exhibition @ i-ron-ic checkout some of his original artwork.

Grace Manor Bed & Breakfast (258 West Market Street)
Tour the Decked Halls” of York County’s premier Bed and Breakfast in downtown York. Enjoy our famous lump crab dip and warm wassail. Noshon Mylea’s eggnog and desserts and place orders for your special holiday events. Please not spike heels on the tour. 5:30-8:30 pm

Share your First Friday stories on social media with the hashtag #FFYork!

***The tree lighting ceremony has been moved to Saturday, December 2nd at 5:00PM. Head downtown between 12:00PM – 7:00PM for family activities, photos with Santa, entertainment, food and more! Please find more details about this event at: 2017 Light Up York powered by Shipley Energy***