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First Fridays

Friday, May 1st

<h3 class="ql-align-center">Downtown Geneva comes alive with a celebration of music and the arts on the first Friday of every month in the summer.</h3><p></p><p>First Fridays have something for everyone: art exhibitions, food, live music, drink specials, unique events, shopping discounts and more. Start your weekend on a high note in downtown Geneva!</p><p></p><p>"Live music made possible through the generous support of HWS "Philanthropy in Action" and The Gantcher Family Foundation"</p>

Geneva BID

The Geneva BID hosts First Fridays in downtown Geneva all summer long. Soak up the summer vibes as you explore everything downtown has to offer!

May 1st First Friday Flower Fundraiser. Visit our office at 513 Exchange St from 9-5pm you to purchase a hanging basket filled with Geneva's iconic, beautiful bubblegum pink Supertunias.

The Dove Block Project

A community arts center in historic downtown Geneva

The Geneva Central Schools annual exhibition at The Dove Block Project features artwork of students in grades K-12. It’s a great time to see what the youth of Geneva has doing in the art rooms creatively. This year will be no different from previous years with exceptional art on display for the month of May and an opening celebration packed with students, proud parents, and teachers.

The Moodie’s Children’s Hour School exhibition showcases the artwork created by PreK-6th grade students of Moodie’s Children’s Hours School in Geneva, NY. Moodie’s is a science and art based school and our students immerse themselves in exploring academic subjects visually. In addition to traditional artwork, they will be exhibiting pieces like science diagrams, visual poems and collaborative visual explorations of historical research.

The opening reception on May 1 will feature music by Belle McKee.‍ ‍New York born and Nashville based, Belle is a genre-diverse singer songwriter and multi-instrumentalist.

Support for the opening reception is provided by Billsboro Winery and Lake Drum Brewing.

Namaste Nutrition

First Friday Live Music! Namaste Nutrition is serving up some good vibes on First Friday with Slik Sly performing 5-9pm.

The Hog Wallow Tavern

The Hog's Got the Goods!

First Friday Special $5 margaritas (traditional, spicy or coconut) and $6 appetizers from 5-7pm

Unique Boards Charcuterie

Prepare to be delighted at Unique Boards Charcuterie!

First Friday special: Buy one charcuterie lunchbox and get a free macaron. Open 4:30-8pm.

Lake Drum Brewing

Lake Drum Brewing is a collective of artists crafting beers and ciders indicative of the creative experimental style of the Geneva revolution.

First Friday Live Music at Lake Drum Brewing. Stop in and enjoy a craft brewed beer or cider, and DJ Threshold from 5-7pm.

The Linden Social Club

An elevated cocktail and food experience

First Friday Live Music Cool Club will bring it's unique blend of jazz, Blues, R&B, mixed with infectious originals to The Linden Social Club 8:30-10:30pm.

Esther's Son's Kitchen

First Friday Live Music and more Discounts on margaritas and beer by the bucket. Live acoustic guitar music will be provided by Miguel Mendez from 5-8pm, with an afterparty to follow.

Geneva Recreation Complex

Skating Rink and Community Sports Center

The FLX Home Show will be at the Geneva Recreation Compex on First Friday from 5-9pm. Homeowners and renovators will find a wide range of expert vendors ready to help with all their home improvement needs. From flooring, cabinets & countertops to roofing, landscaping, and energy-efficient solutions, the show brings together the best in the home service industry.

Don’t miss this chance to connect with local businesses and find the perfect solutions for your home projects!

F2T Kitchen

Relaxed hotel restaurant & bar featuring a surf ’n’ turf menu & a large patio with lake views.

First Friday Live Music with Michael Houston with David Kuykendall from 7-10.

Smith Opera House

The Smith Center for the Arts, Inc. is committed to providing and sustaining diverse arts and education enrichment opportunities for the Finger Lakes.

The Smith Center for the Arts presents The Witch (2015) at 7 pm.