First Fridays

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. 2026 First Fridays May 1 June 5 July 10* August 7 September 4 October 2 *Please note that due to Independence Day celebrations, July 2026’s “First” Friday (July 3) has been rescheduled to the following week – July 10, 2026. 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! Follow us on Instagram and like us on Facebook for announcements and updates about First Fridays and our other events. 2026 Band Line Up May 1: The Rescue Party June 5: Candyman & The Baltimore Show July 10: Pretty War August 7: Bonfire September 4: Pineapple Band October 2: Remnant Soul Thank you to our 2026 Benefitting Non Profit Groups! May 1: The Fire Museum of Maryland June 5: Harford Family House July 10: Mt. Ararat Masonic Lodge August 7: Penn State Alumni Upper Chesapeake Chapter September 4: Brandon Tolson Foundation October 2: Shifting Gears 2026 Food Truck Schedule May 1: The Slice Is Right, Das Bierhalle, Deli-ish, Kona Ice, Cosmic Sips & Sweets June 5: Don’s Dogs, Das Bierhalle, B’s Brick Oven Pizza, Kona Ice, Flavor Cupcakery July 10: LoveCrustPizza, Don’s Dogs, Odells, Kona Ice, Sprinkle Cream August 7: The Slice Is Right, Odells, Deli-ish, Kona Ice, Flavor Cupcakery September 4: Don’s Dogs, LoveCrustPizza, Vagabond Sandwich Company, Kona Ice, Cosmic Sips & Sweets October 2: The Slice Is Right, Das Bierhalle, Vagabond Sandwich Company, Kona Ice, Cosmic Sips & Sweets 2026 Kids Zone Schedule May 1: Face Paint by Micki June 5: Face Paint by Micki July 10: Face Paint by Micki August 7: Face Paint by Micki September 4: Face Paint by Micki October 2: Face Paint by Micki