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Light Up Night
December 6
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Enjoy specials, discounts and entertainment
courtesy of downtown York shops, restaurants and nightlife hot spots.
For a list of specials and activities,
download a printable flyer
or visit DowntownYorkPa.com/first-fridays.
Special Events
Light Up Night
Special events will be held on Continental Square from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm,
including the lighting of the Christmas Tree
Find more information on Facebook and Twitter
3rd Annual YYP Passport Expo
This holiday shopping event held inside Central Market
promotes and thanks York Young Professionals' Passport Partners
Find more information on Facebook
First 50 YYP members to attend receive $10 in YYP bucks
Jazz in the City
featuring Robin Work on vocals, Ronnie Waters on keyboard, Steve Meashey on bass, and Jeff Stabley on drums
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at the Strand-Capitol Studio (enter via Philadelphia Street)
$3 cover or free with student ID
Shopping
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The York Emporium (343 West Market Street)
Join us during December's First Friday for "An Inappropriate Christmas Concert." (What DO you do with a drunken Santa, early Christmas morning?) Maybe join a sing-along. Or just have a brownie. FREE!
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I’Sha Boutique (342 West Market Street)
20% off a single item purchase
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Junior League Thrift Shop (166 West Market Street)
We will be open from 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm. We carry clothing for men, women and children at discount prices. We will have our shop stocked with Holiday items. We will continue our Annual Holiday Toy Sale through the month of December.
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Friends the Salon (141 West Market Street)
Sing along with Friends the Salon! First Friday
Christmas Karaoke at our NEW location @ 141 West Market Street! Also enjoy complimentary wine & cookies. First Friday specials: $5 Eyebrow Wax and Paul Mitchell Products 50% off!
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The Watchmaker's Daughter (22 North Beaver Street)
We will have artwork from Jess McPherson and our holiday window will be on display. Stop by for wine and sweets!!
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justBrenda Art Studio (22 North Beaver Street)
Stop in for cookies and shop for small and affordable holiday gifts!
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Camera Center of York (23 North Beaver Street)
4x6 in-store kiosk prints made in minutes for 19¢ each, until 9:00 pm.
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park street pantry (24 North Beaver Street)
Find great gift ideas from everyone from the foodie to the new cook in your life, at park street pantry. We can put together a custom selection of items, or choose from our list of popular favorite basket ideas. We're offering $5 off any basket order of $50 or more for orders placed tonight!
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Sunrise Soap (29 North Beaver Street)
KEEP CALM and SOAP ON
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Clay Path Studio (Central Market - North Beaver Street Entrance)
Finalize your holiday gift giving with our unique locally made pottery! Gift Certificates also available.
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Lotus Moon Yoga (36 North Beaver Street)
Come celebrate Light up the Night in downtown York with us - live holiday-inspired music from around the world in our candlelit yoga studio space. Chair massage and reiki to deeply relax you, tarot/oracle readings with info for the New Year, and a special holiday sale in our gift shop. Happy Hour/Happy Heart Yoga from 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm.
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Sweet Melissa's Dream (38 North Beaver Street)
Come celebrate our growth with us! Join us for our ribbon cutting at 4:00 pm, stay for great treats and specials all night long!
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Kimman’s (57 North Beaver Street)
Join us for our ribbon cutting at 4:30 pm! We are all about Christmas so come on down and sit on Santa's lap in Kimman's new window and take a picture of this momentous occasion! Santa will be visiting us for just a short time from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Serving hot mulled cider to parents who have to wait in the cold! For ladies, we have a trunk show from Waxing Poetic. Come fill out a wish list or buy it for yourself!
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Art & Framing Warehouse (147 West Philadelphia Street)
25% off all framed prints, great gifts under $20, light refreshments.
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Pippi's Pen Shoppe (146 West Philadelphia Street)
Children, make your statements! Write and mail your last minute letters to Ole Saint Nick. Specials and complimentary goodies for all!
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Rosidel's Hair Studio (54 West Philadelphia Street)
Ready for the Holidays? Enjoy FREE Eyebrow Waxing with Any Service! (Call for details, 718-9909)
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Cherie Anne (48 West Philadelphia Street)
We’re the place for unique, one of a kind gifts, teas, tea ware and custom-made gift basket combos. Stuff those stockings with gift certificates, jewelry and more!
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Nuts About Granola (46 West Philadelphia Street)
Light up the Night with Nuts About Granola! Hot cocoa and granola cookies as well as 10% off all holiday gift sets.
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Studio 11 West (11 West Philadelphia Street)
10 for $10 Special: 10 minutes in the Studio for $10. You will receive 2 low res images – great for Facebook, LinkedIn, and any other web use.
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My Girlfriend's Wardrobe (14 North George Street)
Come in and warm up! Free hot chocolate while supplies last. 1 per person. Also bring a toy for our toy drive or a donation for the Children's Home of York and receive 10% off your purchase!
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The Yorktowne Hotel Salon & Spa (48 East Market Street)
Join us for an Open House! Stop in to check out our First Friday specials!
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The Eternal Vaper (57 South George Street)
Why smoke when you can vape? Offering a healthier smoking alternative with a relaxed environment where customers can taste-test flavors and purchase e-cigarettes & e-liquids.
Dining
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Varsity Smoke Shack (39 West Market Street)
Get one before they’re gone! Our now famous crab cake served with cherry pepper rémoulade - $7.75.
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Slice of Life Pizza Cafe (35 West Market Street)
Sample-sized slice of Cheese Pizza - $1.00. Whole slice of Cheese Pizza - $1.50. $1.00 off a Whole Pizza.
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Esaan Thai Restaurant (30 North Beaver Street)
Join us for First Friday during Light Up Night! Take a break with a tasty Thai meal followed by our house-made gelato. Reservations strongly recommended. BYOB.
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Ladybug Baking Company & Café (33 North Beaver Street)
We will be raffling off a holiday goodie basket this month, as well as being fully stocked on all of the Holiday seasonal flavors of cupcakes and sweet treats. Also, cake truffles are BACK! Order yours for that special someone....Happy Holidays from Ladybug!
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Bair's Fried Chicken (Central Market, North Beaver Street Entrance)
Come celebrate the Holiday Season with Bair's! Bair's Gift Certificates make the perfect stocking stuffer! We'll have some candy treats for the little ones too!
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J.R.'s Fresh Cut Fries (Central Market, North Beaver Street Entrance)
Enjoy dinner at J.R.'s Fries this First Friday. We'll have all our specials ready for you and we'll serve it with a smile.
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Good's Mini Donuts (Central Market, North Beaver Street Entrance)
We’re open for First Friday! Come try our delicious mini donuts, made right before your eyes!
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The Busy Bee (Central Market, North Beaver Street Entrance)
Chef Drew will be serving up Soups, Salads, and Sandwiches with a Drewish Twist. Free Cookie with every Hot Chocolate purchase!
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Healthy World Cafe (47 West Philadelphia Street)
Take a break from the cold and warm up with Healthy World Cafe for First Friday! Stop in and enjoy a bowl of beef and corn chowder with coleslaw as we "pop up" at Heidelberg UCC. We'll be serving our fresh-made, locally-sourced soup from 6:00 pm until sold out during Heidelberg's HeidelBean Coffee House, held at 47 West Philadelphia Street across from Central Market.
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The Chili Shack (9 West Philadelphia Street)
Check out The Chili Shack's newest location! Homemade eats and sweet treats!
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Stadium Grille of York (133 North Duke Street)
Large Cheese Pizza + 10 Fried Chicken Wings & 2 Liter Soda – $19.99
Entertainment
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First St John’s Lutheran Church (140 West King Street)
Our historic church will be open on First Friday and we invite everyone to come down and visit. Tours, music, and refreshments will be offered.
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Grace Manor Bed & Breakfast (284 West Market Street)
Don’t miss our annual open house with the promise of snow! All rooms are decked and open for you to explore, including our newly-renovated "Swiss Chalet." Sip wassail and Mylea's famous eggnog while noshing on hors d’oeuvres.
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CoWork155 (155 West Market Street)
Pop in to CoWork 155 for First Friday in December and discover what all the buzz is about! Ideas, inspiration, AND a stash of goods kept out of the landfill and ready for your creative reuse. The event will also feature a pop-up boutique area to pick up cool, creatively repurposed locally-made gifts!
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YorkArts (10 North Beaver Street)
Get into the holiday spirit with YorkArts! YorkArts' Members Exhibit, "100 Under 100", includes over 100 original works priced under $100! The exhibit will be on display until January 18th. Find the perfect gift for every art lover on your shopping list! Open 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm on First Fridays.
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Vulcania Graphics & Fine Art LLC (122 West Philadelphia Street)
Open Studio from 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm featuring the fine art photography and graphics of d. g. walczyk and Shawn Young. Complimentary light refreshments.
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CityArt by YorkArts (118 West Philadelphia Street)
New exhibit: "Paint as You Like and Die Happy", artwork by local artist Pete Garretson, on display until December 17th. Join the artist this First Friday from 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm, or stop in during gallery hours: Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
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Heidelberg United Church of Christ (47 West Philadelphia Street)
Drop by Heidelbean Coffee House for live music, lots of coffee, snacks, free Wi-Fi, and good conversation.
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Pennsylvania Arts Experience (37 West Philadelphia Street)
A showcase of small works by our members fill the PAE gallery this month! For more information, visit www.paartsexperience.com.
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Marketview Arts (35 West Philadelphia Street)
Visit seven artist studios in the lower level. Enjoy light refreshments, watch artists at work, and purchase art. Also, feel free to tour the entire art facility. For more info, visit marketviewarts.com.
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The Elks Lodge #213 (233 North George Street)
The York Elks Lodge will have open house and will be decorated for the holidays. We will feature a shopping evening with Scentsy, Silpada and Velada. Tours of our historic building will be available. Enjoy dinner and relax!
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Christ Lutheran Church (29 South George Street)
Christ Lutheran Church will be opening its door to welcome visitors attending First Friday Light Up Night. Visitors will be greeted with warm welcome from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Guests will be offered tasty refreshments and find comfort and rest during the evening’s journey and celebration of the Tree Lighting in the square. A tour of the worship area of the church, rich in God’s love and steeped in history will be conducted prior to the 6:30 pm lighting, and again after the lights are shining. Beautiful music will flow from the talented efforts of our organist, Todd Davis.
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Rich Reilly Attorney At Law (54 North Duke Street)
We’re hosting a cutout cookie bake for ages 12 and under! Children will be able to roll out the dough, cut out their cookies and decorate them before we bake them. Tour our remodeled office, and leave with a box of your own homemade cookies!
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The Parliament (116 East King Street)
2nd Annual Giftmas Shop: The holidays are almost upon us, and The Parliament is here to help you find affordable, handmade gifts for your family and friends! On First Friday in December, visit our gallery as it is transformed into a holiday festival with gifts for all styles and tastes.
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King’s Courtyard Artist’s Collective (124 East King Street)
See multi-media Guest Artist Finch Turner and make us part of your downtown York celebrations with hot beverages, fresh baked cookies, live music and more! Also welcome new members Jose Lopez and Liz Miceli. First Friday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Thurday - Saturday 11:00 am - 3:00 pm.
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Philosophy Collective (126 East King Street)
Holiday Gift Bizarre: A colorful alternative to the bland, commercial holiday shopping mayhem. Shop local, shop independent!. Hours: Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. First Fridays 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm. All other days, by appointment or by chance!
Nightlife
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New Grounds Roasting Company (284 West Market Street)
View unique artwork by York area artists while sipping on our creative drinks. Live music all night!
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Holy Hound Taproom (57 West Market Street)
Holy Hound Taproom is open from 4:00 pm – 2:00 am. Join us for good company, live music beginning at 9:00 pm and great beer!
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White Rose Bar and Grill (48 North Beaver Street)
Happy Hour from 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm with ½-priced drinks and ½-priced food specials at our bars.
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Mudhook Brewing Co. (34 North Cherry Lane)
Our new and improved Happy Hour includes 1/2 Price Appetizers (excludes wings and crab dip) and $1 off all drafts from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Cheers!
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Liquid Hero Brewery (50 East North Street)
Featuring brews such as American Hero, Schweet Ale, and Pub Santa. Live music with Shane Speal at 7 pm.
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The Left Bank (120 North George Street)
Bar Specials from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm: 1/2 price LB calamari, $4 Pulled pork sliders with onion frits, $2 off all wine by the glass, and $2 off draft beers.
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Maewyn’s Irish Pub (110 North George Street)
Don't let the holiday hustle and bustle wear you down! Head into Maewyn's for your chance to win a Holiday Survival Kit, filled with everything to get you through the holiday season! Live entertainment with no cover starts at 9:00 pm!
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The Yorktowne Hotel (48 East Market Street)
Support the York County SPCA at Yappy Hour from 5:00 – 7:00pm in the OffCenter Grill. We are featuring specialty appetizers and cockTAILS! 50% of food proceeds will be donated to the SPCA.
Participating First Friday shops, restaurants and businesses include Art & Framing Warehouse, Bair's Fried Chicken, The Busy Bee, Camera Center of York, Cherie Anne, Christ Lutheran Church, CityArt by YorkArts, Clay Path Studio, CoWork155, The Elks Lodge #213, Esaan Thai Restaurant, The Eternal Vaper, First St John’s Lutheran Church, Friends The Salon, Good's Mini Donuts, Grace Manor Bed & Breakfast, Healthy World Cafe, Heidelberg United Church of Christ, Holy Hound Taproom, I’Sha Boutique, J.R.'s Fresh Cut Fries, justBrenda Art Studio, Kimman's, King’s Courtyard Artist’s Collective, Ladybug Baking Company & Café, The Left Bank, Liquid Hero Brewery, Lotus Moon Yoga, Maewyn's Irish Pub, Marketview Arts, Mudhook Brewing Co., My Girlfriend's Wardrobe, New Grounds Roasting Company, Nuts About Granola, park street pantry, The Parliament, Pennsylvania Arts Experience, Philosophy Collective, Pippi's Pen Shoppe, Rich Reilly Attorney At Law, Rosidel's Hair Studio, Slice of Life Pizza Cafe, Stadium Grille of York, Studio 11 West, Sunrise Soap, Sweet Melissa's Dream , Varsity Smoke Shack, Vulcania Graphics & Fine Art LLC, The Watchmaker's Daughter, White Rose Bar and Grill, YorkArts, The Yorktowne Hotel, The Yorktowne Hotel Salon & Spa, and The York Emporium.
FREE Parking is available for First Friday patrons!
Meter Parking is free after 5:00 pm!
Coming January First Friday: The FIRST First Friday
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