Date and Time
First Friday of Every Month May – November*
5 – 8 p.m.
Location
121 S Main St
Bel Air, MD 21014
Admission
Free!
Drinks: $6
Come visit the “Heart of Harford” on the First Friday* of the month for Harford County’s best block party! Enjoy local live music, food trucks, artisan vendors, a beer and wine garden, activities for kids, and more! And while you’re here, be sure to shop at one of our many boutiques, explore the Bel Air Public Art Walk, or take a walk on the Ma & Pa Trail. First Friday ends at 8 p.m., but the fun doesn’t stop there; keep the party going at one of our pubs, restaurants or breweries.
2025 First Fridays
May 2, June 6, June 27* (Fourth Friday to replace July’s First Friday), August 1, September 5, October 3, and November 7
*Please note that due to Independence Day celebrations, July 2025’s First Friday (July 4) has been rescheduled to be a special June Fourth Friday and will be held June 27, 2025.
Plenty of parking is available throughout Downtown Bel Air at metered spaces and the Bel Air Parking Garage. All parking is free in Downtown Bel Air on weekends and after 5 pm on weekdays. Visitors may also use ParkMobile for shopping done before 5 pm.
Visit local retailers to take advantage of specials and discounts held at different stores, and eat at one of the many fabulous restaurants in Downtown Bel Air!
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2025 Band Line Up
- May 2: Shake the Room
- June 6: Chasing Friday
- *June 27: The Chucks
- August 1: Bad Intentions
- September 5: The Juke
- October 3: Love Hate Mixtape
- November 7: Tumblehome
Thank you to our 2025 Benefitting Non Profit Groups!
May 2 Humane Society of Harford County
June 6 Rage Against Addiction
*June 27 Penn State Alumni Upper Chesapeake Chapter
August 1 Emma Claire Foundation
September 5 Brandon Tolson Foundation
October 3 Al Cesky Scholarship Fund
November 7 Saving Grace Animal Rescue
2025 Food Truck Schedule
May 2 Deli-ish, Burgers of Baltimore, Don’s Dogs, Kona Ice
June 6 Das Bierhalle, Deli-ish, Burgers of Baltimore, Kona Ice
*June 27 Vagabond Sandwich Company, Macho Chicken, Love Crust Pizza, Better Beverages, Fire & Ice Delights
August 1 Das Bierhalle, Burgers of Baltimore, Macho Chicken, Fire & Ice Delights, Kona Ice
September 5 Das Bierhalle, Vagabond Sandwich Company, Love Crust Pizza, Fire & Ice Delights, Kona Ice
October 3 Vagabond Sandwich Company, Crossroads Bistro, Don’s Dogs, Fire & Ice Delights
November 7 Crossroads Bistro, Love Crust Pizza, Don’s Dogs, Better Beverages
2025 Kids Zone Schedule
May 2 Empire Dojo, Celebree School, and The Learning Experience
June 6 Empire Dojo, Celebree School, and The Learning Experience
*June 27 Empire Dojo, Celebree School, and The Learning Experience
August 1 Empire Dojo, Celebree School, and The Learning Experience
September 5 Empire Dojo, Celebree School, and The Learning Experience
October 3 Empire Dojo, Celebree School, and The Learning Experience
November 7 Empire Dojo, Celebree School, and The Learning Experience
