First Friday Raleigh

Self-expression is personal, and sometimes it’s permanent. ✍️💘

At Feminist First Friday, Tiny Ghost Tattoo of Pinky Swear Tattoo will be on site offering curated flash tattoos, with sign-ups available at the event. Arrive early to secure your spot, choose the design that resonates with you, and leave with new ink that’s entirely your own.

: March 6th is the last day to enter Downtown Raleigh Alliance’s Explore Downtown Raleigh Giveaway. Save your receipts from First Friday and submit them for a chance to win $250. Yes, your tattoo receipt counts too!

📍Hartwell Raleigh
📆 Friday, March 6th 🕔 5-8pm
Find a list of Feminist First Friday vendors and even more things to do across downtown this Friday 👇
https://bit.ly/37u84T3

Feminist First Friday is sponsored by Maeve

Confidence looks good on you. Let’s capture it! 📸 ✨

We’re celebrating YOU at Feminist First Friday Raleigh next week with free professional headshots from Chalfant Photos and glam touch-ups from downtown businesses DRFT Salon and The Bardot.

Whether you’re leveling up your career or just refreshing your LinkedIn, don't miss this opportunity capture your best self (because you deserve it).

This free service is offered on a first-come, first-served basis and ends promptly at 8pm.

📍Hartwell Raleigh, 620 W South Street
📆 Friday, March 6th 🕔 5-8pm
List of all programming 👇
https://bit.ly/2In56Df

You're invited to the ultimate girls' night out! 💌 🎉

Downtown Raleigh Alliance’s Feminist First Friday returns to kick off Women’s History Month for a third year with a night full of shopping, art, music, and community.

Look forward to...
🛍️ A women-owned vendor market
📸 Complimentary professional headshots with hair & makeup touch-ups
🎀 Flash tattoos
🎨 Local art
🥂 Food and drinks onsite
🎶 Live music
✨ And more throughout the evening!

📍Hartwell Raleigh, 620 W South Street
📆 Friday, March 6th 🕔 5-8pm

SNEAK PEEK ⚡🚴‍♂️ This Friday we switch on the lights for downtown's brightest time of the year: Illuminate Art Walk presented by Cooperating Raleigh Colleges!

Illuminate Art Walk is an annual tradition that transforms downtown plazas, storefronts, and other public spaces with over a dozen light installations from local and international artists.

Illuminate is a self-guided experience, but if you’re eager to explore with a pro you can join Raleigh Walking Tours for a guided tour through the installations. Sip, stroll, and make your way up Fayetteville Street while learning the stories behind each piece. Visit Raleigh Walking Tours, LLC to learn more and RSVP!

🎨 "Light Lane" by Le Monde debuting this Friday
📅 December 5th – January 6th, 2026 🎫 Free to the public
A full map of installations will release later this week—learn more and plan ahead 👇
https://bit.ly/47OU8QU