Pittsfield First Fridays at Five announces July 5 event details

PITTSFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Summer fun in Pittsfield continues as First Fridays at Five has planned an evening filled with music and activities for July 5th.

First Fridays at Five is a newly created festival-style event led by the City of Pittsfield and Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. that takes place in Downtown Pittsfield from May through September.

Visitors will be treated to live music from several bands, interactive performances, dance performances and classes, painting and pottery demonstrations, and a makers market featuring more than two dozen artisan vendors locals who make their own handmade products such as crafts, clothing and accessories, candles, artwork, personalized gift items, personal care items, packaged foods and treats.

For art lovers, First Fridays Artswalk will feature dozens of artists at venues throughout downtown Pittsfield from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with open studios, including a free art shuttle to and from Clock Tower Artist Studios that will operate from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. every 15 minutes from City Hall on Allen Street.

The Family Fun Zone at Dunham Mall at 100 North Street will feature free interactive activities including face painting, arts and crafts, games and more.

Additionally, many downtown restaurants will serve food outside during the event.

North Street will be closed from Park Square to Depot Street on Friday, July 5 from 3:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes during this time and follow appropriate detours. A parking restriction will be in place on North Street, between Park Square and Depot Street, effective 2 p.m. Friday.

For more information on event times and locations, visit the LOVE PITTSFIELD website.