The monthly First Friday celebrations that take place around Denver are some of the city’s most popular events, and the next First Friday is coming right up on June 6...although we're wondering why the city won't just close down Santa Fe Drive for the event, which has recently undergone some changes . (And by the way, a few additional vendor spots have opened up for June.)

The arty parties draw thousands of people looking to shop, eat, browse galleries and immerse themselves in the arts scene of the Art District on Santa Fe , the River North Art District (RiNo), Tennyson Street Cultural District , 40 West Arts District in Lakewood and more.

What is First Friday in Denver?

First Friday is a largely unofficial event celebrating community, culture and art on the first Frida

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