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First Friday in Downtown The Dalles Debuts Tonight April 1st

First Friday in Downtown The Dalles Debuts Tonight April 1st

The theme of tonight’s event is “Love Where You Live”. 

By Cole Goodwin

This April 1st, downtown will be alive after five for their very first FIRST FRIDAY!

Thirty small businesses in downtown The Dalles have teamed up with their favorite makers and artisans for a night of local art, shopping, wine, food, connection and more. 

Over 60 small businesses open extended hours this Friday night from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Stop by the “Love Where You Live” First Friday event to meet local artists, bakers, musicians, jewelry makers, artisan foods, photographers and more who will be “popping up” inside downtown shops, restaurants, and bars for the evening to sell their goods and chat with customers.

Participating businesses' will have balloons outside their doors. 

Keep an eye out for the balloons and we’ll see you there!

Future 1st Friday Schedule of Events:
April 1st 2022, 5-8 p.m.
May 6th 2022, 5-8 p.m.
June 3rd 2022, 5-8 p.m. 




Business Blossoming in TD; downtown energy bubbling up

Business Blossoming in TD; downtown energy bubbling up

Weekend Fun abounds with live music, TD and HR First Fridays

Weekend Fun abounds with live music, TD and HR First Fridays

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