Brave New Worlds is one of The 13 Best Places for First Fridays in Philadelphia.

1. Brave New Worlds

8.7
55 N 2nd St (at Arch St), Philadelphia, PA
Comic Book Store · Center City East · 14 tips and reviews

ShredderShredder: First Friday Autumn Society shows are the best at this gallery/comic book store

Allie I.Allie Ilagan: With local, national, international and classic titles, you'll never get bored with the selection. Special guests and galleries every First Friday. Stop by and take a picture with the giant Hulk!

Donna N.Donna Nicholson: great stuffs on auction, I love books and they got more of them here.

Vox Populi - Music Gallery is one of The 13 Best Places for First Fridays in Philadelphia.

2. Vox Populi - Music Gallery

7.5
319 N 11th St (3rd Floor), Philadelphia, PA
Performing Arts Venue · North Philadelphia · 7 tips and reviews

bhiladelphiabhiladelphia: Art party first Friday of every month

DavidDavid: There is an art gallery, and a performance space with a strong eclectic program.

C.m. R.C.m. Reed: 12-6 on weekends

First Friday- Olde City is one of The 13 Best Places for First Fridays in Philadelphia.

3. First Friday- Olde City

8.0
Philadelphia, PA
Art Gallery · Center City East · 2 tips and reviews

Tristan R.Tristan Rhodeside: Live music, local vendors of art and literature, and free admission to a handful of private galleries make this Philly institution a monthly must

Ashley T.Ashley Thomas: Amazing!!!!

Elfreth's Alley Museum is one of The 13 Best Places for First Fridays in Philadelphia.

4. Elfreth's Alley Museum

8.1
126 Elfreths Aly (at N 2nd St), Philadelphia, PA
History Museum · Center City East · 27 tips and reviews

Patrick W.Patrick Wittwer: Check out the First Friday gallery in the Elfreth's Alley Museum!

Patrick W.Patrick Wittwer: The guide book is only $6 and has a good bit of info on every single house.

HISTORYHISTORY: Established in 1702, this is known as America’s oldest residential street and today is lined with more than 30 houses, dating from the 1720s to 1830s.

M Restaurant is one of The 13 Best Places for First Fridays in Philadelphia.

5. M Restaurant

231 S 8th St (Locust St), Philadelphia, PA
American Restaurant · Washington Square West · 15 tips and reviews

Rich Y.Rich Yodis: First Fridays now bring you live music, great happy hour prices, and a variety of delectable dishes

Raj S.Raj Sarma: The garden area outdoors is dog friendly and has jazz nights on Wednesday & Friday. The garden to cocktail options are excellent, however their gin & tonic pairings have my highest recommendation.

Betty M.Betty Mak: While gorgeous outdoor dining, choose a day that's not busy and you'll have good service. Call in advance if you want to make sure that they aren't hosting a private event for the chef's friends.

Earth - Bread + Brewery is one of The 13 Best Places for First Fridays in Philadelphia.

6. Earth - Bread + Brewery

7136 Germantown Ave (at Durham St.), Philadelphia, PA
Brewery · West Mount Airy · 62 tips and reviews

kristen m.kristen m: Come in on First Friday, you'll catch a quality freakshow!

The TravelerThe Traveler: Beer and pizza. Service was great. Pizza thin and crispy. House Brews were very good. A gem in my opinion

J D.J Donmoyer: Try the edamame appetizer

Smak Parlour is one of The 13 Best Places for First Fridays in Philadelphia.

7. Smak Parlour

219 Market St (at 2nd St), Philadelphia, PA
Boutique · Center City East · 4 tips and reviews

Allie I.Allie Ilagan: You've seen the cute dresses in the window, but wander to the back for chic and quirky home goods.

DejhiavuDejhiavu: $$$ but unique items, clothing seems to run mainly petite (size 9 and below)

MazdaMazda: Abby Kessler and Katie Loftus, like Barbie and Skipper or Romy and Michelle, are nothing if not a dynamic duo.

PhilaMOCA is one of The 13 Best Places for First Fridays in Philadelphia.

8. PhilaMOCA

7.2
531 N 12th St (at Spring Garden St.), Philadelphia, PA
Art Gallery · North Philadelphia · 5 tips and reviews

Allyson R.Allyson Riley: The Pigeon presents the Philadelphia Poetry Slam every first Friday of the month during slam season

Visit PhillyVisit Philly: Interesting piece: the gallery space you're standing in was once a former showroom for mausoleums and tombstones.

Eric B.Eric B.: Free admission if you bring Eric weird VHS tapes, it's a fact!

Exit Skateshop is one of The 13 Best Places for First Fridays in Philadelphia.

9. Exit Skateshop

825 N 2nd St (Between Poplar & Brown), Philadelphia, PA
Board Store · Northern Liberties - Fishtown · 6 tips and reviews

ShadowsceneShadowscene: Check out the first Friday art shows! Upcoming Friday, December 6: Shadowscene's "Surreal Reality".

haveboard f.haveboard finnegan: Skateshops aren't just for skateboarders, you know! Check out Exit's fresh clothing and sneaker selection. Read more.

Matt K.Matt Kilcline: Go there. They are doing more for local skating than anybody, building new free neighborhood parks and hosting shows.

El Fuego is one of The 13 Best Places for First Fridays in Philadelphia.

10. El Fuego

7.6
723 Walnut St (btwn 7th St & 8th St), Philadelphia, PA
Burrito Restaurant · Center City East · 33 tips and reviews

Amanda S.Amanda Spitzfaden: First Friday nights are a kickin time with a real DJ spinning.

Miguel A.Miguel Andrade: Make sure you get either the chorizo burrito or the Spicy beef burrito. Don't forget the delicious guacamole

Jed S.Jed Singer: And get a steak burrito with all the salsas. Bring a towel.

The Barbary is one of The 13 Best Places for First Fridays in Philadelphia.

11. The Barbary

7.1
951 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Night Club · Northern Liberties - Fishtown · 68 tips and reviews

ShadowsceneShadowscene: Bounce! With Emil & Bo Bliz first friday every month. Insanity.

Bethany S.Bethany Spooner: +Hands and Knees+ event once a month is worth the wait! Upstairs you have old school dance and down stairs is a mix of Dub step, electro, and dance! Warning it will get sweaty!

jamie w.jamie wallace: Monday nights Tiger beatsss

4 Fathers is one of The 13 Best Places for First Fridays in Philadelphia.

12. 4 Fathers

319 Market St (Between 3rd & 4th And Market), Philadelphia, PA
American Restaurant · Center City East · 3 tips and reviews

Amy B.Amy Batog: Last minute find that could fit 8 ppl on first Friday. Never going back. There's a reason it was empty. TG for good friends.

Gary N.Gary Noe: Great seating and very nice people who take the time to come over and talk with you. We had four different sandwiches, all which were very good. A good selection of beers.

Cindy S.Cindy Sullivan: Avocado fries