First Friday is the monthly event that has turned into the artists' refuge of Las Vegas. On the first Friday of every month, the Arts District houses one of the best events Vegas has to offer. Showing off a more cultural side to Las Vegas rather than a touristy one, locals young and old come out every month for live music, street performances, food trucks, vendors, artists, theatre performances, art exhibits, and shops that all radiate the bohemian artistic vibe that the rest of Las Vegas lacks.
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Held in the downtown Arts District, the streets and parking lots surrounding the Art Square and Arts Factory are filled with the buzz of a good time. The sounds of happy chatters and DJs fill the air and it feels electric. The bright colors of paintings and jewelry are so eye catching it's hard to decide which vendor to start with. Street performers and crowds of unique people flood the area. Only on First Friday will you see people painting murals in the middle of a street in Las Vegas. Turn the corner to find a drum circle with people swaying their hips to the upbeat music, and it's impossible not to smile. The smell of the food trucks may want to keep you outside, but the bright white lights of an art exhibit draw you in.
In the Art Square building, there is exhibit after exhibit of jaw dropping beautiful art. Going beyond paint on canvas, there is photography, sculptures, and one of most unique forms --body art. These small buildings contain so much life you can feel it in the room. On the way out you'll find the Cockroach Theatre supporting local actors and authors and opening their space for up to $2 ten minute plays. Worth far more than $2, these performers are amazing. Ranging from two person comedic scenes to musical numbers, you won't leave without being impressed. Exit that building and across the way there is even more art to gape in wonder at. Besides art, you can't miss the yoga studios and meditation classes going on. These buildings also house some of the most unique shops in Vegas. Widow's Den Boutique is a perfect example of clothing for the modern day bohemian woman that thrives off the vibes at First Friday.
The people that visit First Friday every month are some of the best types of free spirits. Smiles are all around and infectious. Dancing in the street and letting your freak flag fly isn't just suggested -- it's welcomed. First Friday is an escape to art culture in a city that thrives on tourism. From children to adults, this event has much to offer for everyone. For the artsy of Vegas it feels like home. The feeling of being in the heart of creation, passion, and happiness is Vegas' own version of Boho New York. Artist come this way and bring friends. Don't miss this event the first Friday of October.