🎃 All Hallows Illumination is BACK! Sat, Nov 1, 6-9 PM at Frog Island. FREE community event with thousands of glowing jack-o'-lanterns! Bring your carved pumpkin (LEDs provided!), see the Ypsi Youth Choir, enjoy a market & pet parade. Volunteers needed! firstfridaysypsi.com/all-hallows

🎃 The All Hallows Illumination is BACK! Join us Nov 1, 6-9 PM at Frog Island Park. Bring your carved jack-o'-lantern, enjoy spooky tunes, a mini artisan market, pet costume parade, and a special performance by the Ypsilanti Youth Choir! See you there! #Ypsi #Ypsilanti #AllHallowsIllumination

Dzanc House is hosting their "Party Animals" fundraiser! Dress as your wildest self—a disco chicken, perhaps? There's a costume contest, silent auction, and a dance party. Don't miss out! ✨ Event Details 📍 Location: Dzanc House, 402 S Huron Street, Ypsilanti ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Neighborhood Theatre Group is hosting a Ghost Story Hour! Bring your own scary story to share, or just come to listen. It's a free, all-ages event, and costumes are welcome! ✨ Event Details 📍 Location: The Back Office Studio, 13 N Washington St, Ypsilanti ⏰ Time: 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

TONIGHT! 22 North Gallery is hosting the opening for "Peter Sparling: Works on Paper," featuring large acrylic paintings of the human figure in motion. 📍 Location: 22 North Gallery, 22 N Huron St, Ypsilanti ⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Join Book Love Bar for their monthly Open Mic Poetry Night, hosted by Tara Hardy and featuring local poet Brad Kraft. All are welcome to this free event—come to share your work or just to listen. 📍 Location: Book Love Bar, 110 W. Michigan Avenue, Ypsilanti ⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Putt-R-Round Mini Golf is celebrating with "First Fright-days!" Haunt your way through their spooky mini-golf course and brave the skee-ball competition for a chance to win a trophy. 📍 Location: 108 W. Michigan Ave, Ypsilanti ⏰ Time: 4PM - 12 AM

The Spook Boose is a historic caboose turned into a mini haunt and selfie station. Step inside for a playful fright and a perfect photo op!  ✨ Event Details 📍 Location: The Historic Caboose 400 Marketplace, Ypsilanti ⏰ Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM 📸 What to Expect: Haunted selfie station

Find and Shine Vintage is open late for First Fridays! Enjoy 15% off tees and media as you discover unique treasures and timeless styles at this charming shop. 📍 Location: Find and Shine Vintage, 6 N Huron St, Ypsilanti ⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM #findandshine #vintage #openlate #firstfridaysypsi

This First Friday, experience "Our Streets," a powerful photo exhibition by Emily Mills documenting a decade of protests across Southeast Michigan. Join Dzanc House to honor this work and stand in solidarity. What we stand for matters #FirstFridaysYpsi #YpsiArts #PhotographyExhibition #Ypsilanti

The hive is buzzing! The 3rd Annual Bones & The Bees Artisan Market is TOMORROW! 🐝 Join us: 📍 Ypsilanti Freighthouse 🗓️ Friday, Sept 5th 🕔 5-9 pm Kick off spooky season, celebrate pollinators, & support incredible local artists. See you there! #Ypsilanti #ArtMarket #FirstFridaysYpsi

Tomorrow, join us for a Brew & Renew Tea Party! ☕️✨Teatime with a twist! ✨☕️Come for a sip & chat that’s all about connection. Whether you’re coming to unwind meet new people or simply enjoy a mindful moment, this is your space to breathe, connect and reset! #teaparty #renew #teatime #firstfridays

First Friday Food Court is back! 🍔🌮🎶 This Friday, September 5th, join us at Marketplace Hall (16 S Washington St) from 5-8 PM. Check out the full September lineup at firstfridaysypsi.com/events! #FirstFridaysYpsi #YpsiFoodCourt #SupportLocal #Ypsilanti #Foodie #YpsiEvents #GrowingHope

Vintage media alert! 🎶 Find and Shine has 15% off ALL MEDIA (Vinyl, Tapes, CDs, VHS, Magazines) this First Friday, 5-8 PM at 6 N Huron, Ypsi. Don't miss out! More First Fridays events: FirstFridaysYpsi.com/Events #FirstFridaysYpsi #VintageSale #YpsiFinds #MediaDeals

🎨 "Roots/Mud/Sky" Opening & Artist Talks! First Friday, Aug 1st, 6-9 PM at 22 North Gallery (22 N Huron, Ypsi). Feat. Michigan artists exploring land, identity & memory. More events: FirstFridaysYpsi.com/Events #FirstFridaysYpsi #YpsiArts #ArtExhibition

🎭🎨 First Fridays: NTG Meet n' Greet & John Thiels Artist Showcase! Aug 1st, 7-9 PM, The Back Office Studio (13 N Washington, Ypsi). Meet Neighborhood Theatre Group, see local art, get involved. Light refreshments! More events: FirstFridaysYpsi.com/Events #FirstFridaysYpsi #NTG #JohnThiels #YpsiArts

🎤 Book Love Bar's first First Friday Open Mic Poetry night, featuring Tara Hardy! 7-9 PM, 110 W Michigan Ave, Ypsi. Space limited, arrive early! All welcome. More events: FirstFridaysYpsi.com/Events. #FirstFridaysYpsi #BookLoveBar #OpenMic #YpsiPoetry

Get "married" for a nanosecond (or forever!) at Putt-R-Round's First Friday exhibit featuring Jef Jenkins' J.R. "Bob" Dobbs paintings! Enjoy 18 holes, arcade games, and win prizes. The bonus prize wheel & Puttski Competition are on! #puttrround #firstfridaysypsilanti #temporarymarriage #ypsireal

Step into nature with "Living on the Edge," a solo exhibition by Ginger Chase! 🌿 Join Dzanc House this First Friday, August 1st, from 6-9 PM (402 S Huron St, Ypsilanti). Visit DzancHouse.org for more info. #FirstFridayYpsi #YpsiArt  #LivingOnTheEdge #DzancHouse#SustainableLiving #CommunityBuilding

✨ Yours Truly Vendor Show – August 1st! ✨ Shop local 6-9 PM at 114 W Michigan Ave, Ypsi. Free entry, cheap snacks. Donate $20+ school supplies, get a future booking coupon! Follow @YoursTrulyEventVenue. #FirstFridayYpsi #ShopLocal #YpsiEvents

First Friday Food Court returns August 1st! 5-8 PM at 16 S Washington St. Enjoy diverse local food, family activities, and community vibes. Support Ypsi entrepreneurs! Hosted by Growing Hope & First Fridays Ypsilanti. Details: firstfridaysypsi.com/events #FirstFridaysYpsi #YpsiFoodCourt #Ypsilanti

Find and Shine Vintage: Fri, June 6, 5-9 pm, Find and Shine Vintage First Fridays! New finds, markdowns, & free sticker/candy with $20 purchase. 🛍️✨ #firstfridaysypsi #ypsireal #ypsipride #VintageFinds #ShopLocal

Jason Wright Exhibition: Fri, June 6, 4-8 pm, Jason Wright exhibition at Gallery Ypsilantique! Desert Conversation paintings & Recycled Collages. Originals for sale. 🎨🏜️ #firstfridaysypsi #ypsireal #ypsipride #ArtGallery #JasonWright

Everything I Consumed...: Fri, June 6, 5-8 pm, opening reception for Ben Michalsky's "Everything I Consumed..." at Sometimes Space. Art on identity & consumption. 🖼️🤔 #firstfridaysypsi #ypsireal #ypsipride #ArtOpening #BenMichalsky

Yours Truly Vendor Show: Fri, June 6, 6-9 pm, Yours Truly Vendor Show! Celebrate Pride with local artists & LGBTQ+ businesses at 114 W Michigan Ave. Photoshoots too! 🛍️💖 #firstfridaysypsi #ypsireal #ypsipride #VendorShow #SupportLocal

YpsiCAN "Show-off" your PRIDE: Fri, June 6, 5-9 pm, "Show-off your PRIDE!" with YpsiCAN at The Love Stand! Games, crafts, DJ, karaoke & refreshments. Fun for all ages! 🥳🏳️‍🌈 #firstfridaysypsi #ypsireal #ypsipride #PrideEvent #FamilyFun

Wyrd Movie Night: Fri, June 6, 8:15-10 pm, Wyrd Byrd presents "Pink Flamingos"! 🎬🦩 John Waters' cult classic. 18+ only. #firstfridaysypsi #ypsireal #ypsipride #MovieNight #PinkFlamingos #CultClassic

"VOGUE": Fri, June 6, 3-8 pm, get your Ypsi Pride "VOGUE" on! Hair, makeup, adornments & more with stylist Claire Broderick. Kid-friendly! 💅🌈 #firstfridaysypsi #ypsireal #ypsipride #PrideCelebration #GlamUp

Ypsilanti District Library: This Fri, June 6, 6-7 pm, explore the renovated YDL Michigan Ave branch! Crafts, activities, community partners & surprises await. 🎉📚 #firstfridaysypsi #ypsireal #ypsipride #YDL #CommunityFun

Leslie Sobel: Arctic Blues: Fri, June 6, 6-9 pm, immerse in Leslie Sobel's "Arctic Blues" at Sometimes Space. Powerful paintings exploring fragile Arctic beauty. 🎨❄️ #firstfridaysypsi #ypsireal #ypsipride #ArtExhibition #ArcticArt

It's First Friday time in Ypsi! 🎉 Our second First Fridays of 2025 is packed with an all-new lineup of amazing events across the city. Don't miss out on the fun! For the full details and to plan your adventure, head to FirstFridaysYpsi.com/Events #FirstFridaysYpsi #YpsiEvents #Ypsi #SupportLocal

First Friday = Puttski Competition! Ypsilanti’s mini golf and putt arcade is giving away a trophy for the best three scores. Bonus prize wheel spins all night! Friday, May 2nd, 4 PM - Midnight. #FirstFridaysYpsi #YpsiGames #Ypsi

First Fridays: Opening reception for "Ladyscapes & Climate Haste" at Dzanc House Gallery! This exhibition explores climate & women's roles through surreal mixed media collages. Friday, May 2, 6-9 PM, 402 S Huron St, Ypsi. #FirstFridaysYpsi #YpsiArt

Make your First Friday a little sweeter with a soda float from Plant Based Coneys! 🥳 They're serving up $5 floats all day (12:00 PM - 8:00 PM) at 42 E Cross St, Ypsilanti, MI 48198. Classic or unique – the choice is yours! #FirstFridaysYpsi #YpsiEats #YpsiDesserts #SupportLocal

First Fridays just got cooler! 😎 Every First Friday, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Friday Soft Goods & Collectibles at 21 E Cross Street is offering 10% off ALL shirts AND a FREE ice-cold Faygo with every purchase. Don't miss out! #FirstFridaysYpsi #FridaySoftGoods #YpsiShopping #Faygo

Open Mic Night at Rhizome Roots Studio! Speakeasy vibes for musicians, poets, & artists. All welcome. 108 Pearl St, 7:30-10:30 pm. #FirstFridaysYpsi #YpsiMusic #YpsiPoetry

"Share" - Ypsi Fine Arts Club Exhibition. Reception May 2, 5-7pm at Riverside Arts Center. Celebrate local art! #FirstFridaysYpsi #YpsiArt #YpsiEvents

Night Beara at Beara Bakes! 🎉 First Fridays party with N/A cocktails, DJ KJ, pastries & small plates, 5:30-9 PM. #FirstFridaysYpsi #BearaBakes #YpsiFood #YpsiNightlife

Here are just some of the treasures we saw at last month's First Fridays, including Jeanne's Sovereign Relics' own Delrhea and Riva! Discover your own finds this First Friday at Jeanne's Sovereign Relics, a unique and charming downtown Ypsilanti shop 226 Michigan Ave. #FirstFridaysYpsi #YpsiShopping

Ypsilantique is changing! This First Friday, shop their moving sale (furniture, clothes, housewares & more) and tour the new gallery (regional art & 20th Century decor). Drinks & snacks provided! 56 N. Huron, 4-7 pm. #FirstFridaysYpsi #Ypsilantique #YpsiSale #YpsiVintage

Live music at Ypsi Ale House every First Friday! Pearl Street String Band opens, followed by Steve Somers & Friends (jazz, blues, Motown, rock). #FirstFridaysYpsi #YpsiAleHouse #LiveMusicYpsi

First Fridays means vintage finds! ✨ Find & Shine Vintage is a must-stop on your Ypsilanti adventure, with 15% OFF all day when you mention First Fridays at checkout! Shop their amazing selection at 6 N Huron from 11 AM to 6 PM. #FirstFridaysYpsi #FindAndShineVintage #YpsiVintage #ShopLocal

Twisted Things is OPEN LATE 'til 7 PM for First Fridays! Explore unique art & gifts for #VultureCulture, #DiceCollectors, #MacabreArt & more. #FirstFridaysYpsi #YpsiShopping

Get ready for a First Friday experience unlike any other! Don't miss the Creative Reuse Carnival Friday, May 2, from 4-7 PM at the Riverside Arts Center in downtown Ypsilanti. Discover one-of-a-kind games, crafts, and community fun! #FirstFridaysYpsi #CreativeReuse #YpsiEvents #ypsilanti #ypsireal

Tomorrow's the day— The First Fridays Ypsi 2025 season kicks off with a bang! Get ready for a vibrant night of art, shopping, music, and community across the city. Don't forget to check out the full map and event listing on the FFY website. #FirstFridaysYpsi #YpsiEvents #YpsiArt #ShopLocal #YpsiReal

Kick off First Fridays Ypsilanti with us this Friday, April 4th! Blue Lotus Tarot readings at The Coterie Stylist Lounge (54 N Huron St, Ypsilanti) from 5-9pm. Get a 10% off coupon for your next hair service! #FirstFridaysYpsi #Ypsi #TarotReading #HairSalon #CoterieStylistLounge

First Fridays Ypsilanti Season Kickoff this Friday, April 4th! 🎉 Save 10% STOREWIDE (5pm-10pm) plus find amazing markdowns & unique treasures! #FirstFridaysYpsi #Ypsi #ShopSmall #Sales #April4th

Spring into First Fridays Ypsilanti this Friday, April 4th at Putt-R-Round! New UFO holes, EGG-XIBIT art, & glow-in-the-dark creatures await! Puttski competition & prize wheel too! #FirstFridaysYpsi #PuttRRound #Ypsi #MiniGolf #Art

Kick off First Fridays Ypsilanti with us THIS FRIDAY, April 4th! Paint your own canvas, glass, or wood item! Karaoke included! Prices: $10-$20. Walk-ins welcome! #FirstFridaysYpsi #Ypsi #DIY #Karaoke #Painting

Ypsi Art Supply's 2nd Birthday Bash! 🎉 This Friday, April 4th, join the First Fridays Ypsilanti Season Kickoff! New brush display, relocated acrylics, 500+ stickers & tiny things galore! Come celebrate! #YpsiArtSupply #FirstFridaysYpsi #Ypsi #ShopSmall #ArtSupplies