Join us First Friday from October through May on the Herberger Theater Plaza for FREE outdoor performances featuring diverse and eclectic music, performances, projection and visual art, interactive activities and food and drink specials. Each month is themed and features a local non-profit organization.
First Friday Live 2024-2025 Season
Oktoberfest
October 4, 2024
Enjoy live music from Cold Shott and the Hurricane Horns and Tony Putrino! Participate in a Community Art Project with Feeling Doing Thinking! Take a Polka Dance Lesson with Jennifer Cafarella Betts of Ballet Theatre of Phoenix!
Día de los Muertos
November 1, 2024
Liliana de León, Peter Torsiello, and Vincenzo Torsiello return for another evening of emotive guitar sections, expressive vocals, and percussive exclamations that bring an unforgettable experience of a celebration of life for all audiences. It is a performance comprised of beautiful and happy remembrances of time, togetherness, and the journey of life filled with Color, Culture, and Love.
Winter Wonderland
December 6, 2024
Join us for music and entertainment by Jeff Jones, DCI Entertainment Group, and a visit from Santa! With a community art project, drinks from the Spotlight Bar, it’s the perfect way to ring in the holidays with the whole family.
Rhythm and Blues
January 3, 2025
R&B Singer and Songwriter Geo Bowman to grace the pavilion stage for First Friday Live “Rhythm and Blues”. Audience will also get to enjoy a special performance from dance group Tap-247. Bring the whole family and enjoy an evening of music, entertainment, and activities!
Arts Showcase
February 7, 2025
Enjoy music, dance, theater, and fashion performance live, participate in an interactive visual art gallery installation, and learn more about how students use their art to connect with their communities. Featuring students from ASU Herberger Institute For Design and the Arts.
First Friday Fiesta
March 7, 2025
A crossover event with the Mariachi & Folklórico Festival, immerse yourself in the captivating music and dance of the Mexican culture. Guests can anticipate live music, dance performances, art activities and face painting for kids, and more!
Jazz Notes
April 4, 2025
Enjoy all that Jazz with live music from Dennis Rowland, Diana Lee, and Greg Warner! Also featuring a special dance performance by Shaniece Brazwell and company.
Spring Dance
May 2, 2025
Experience the joys of the art of dance with special performances by well-known dance companies, studios, and choreographers from around the valley.
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