UPDATE: Aug. 5, 10:35 a.m. - The band performance at Wood Street has been cancelled as members of the group have tested positive for COVID-19. As a result, we have booked DJ Mixology to throw an 80s Dance Party at the same location.
Guests are strongly encouraged to attend in costume, as the contest boasts a prize package of more than $500 in merch, beer and gift cards from breweries across the North Penn area.
Kids are also strongly encouraged to come in their bathing suits, as the event will feature multiple inflatable water slides, obstacle courses, and other water-themed festivities.
Details below.
UNIQUE ACTIVITIES
This month’s unique activities include:
Check out this clip of Project Positive performing in
Lansdale in June 2018:
FOOD TRUCKS AND VENDORS
Organizers expect to have roughly six to seven food trucks, with another handful of non-vehicle food vendors throughout the event space.
Food trucks and vendors include:
Food trucks will be lined up single file on Madison Street at Railroad Plaza. Additionally, non-vehicle food vendors will be placed along South Wood Street and inside the beer garden at the West Main Lot.
ENTERTAINMENT
August First Friday will feature music at three locations: 36 Fingers Band at South Wood Street, DJ Chris Evans at Railroad Plaza, and DJ Tone Arm at the West Main Lot Beer Garden.
Music and performances will begin at each location around 6 p.m. and end at 9 p.m.
Additionally, there will be a magician performing at Railroad Plaza beginning around 6:30 p.m.
BEER GARDEN
The First Friday Pop-Up Beer Garden at the West Main Lot has bolstered its offerings for its fourth season, with an emphasis on more choice and more fun. The lineup for August includes:
The West Main Lot Beer Garden will also feature tables and chairs, food offerings, cornhole, music and giant Jenga. Additionally, alcoholic beverages will be available on South Wood Street, courtesy of Round Guys Brewing Co.
All guests must be 21+ to drink, and all drinks must remain in the event space where they were purchased. Carrying drinks from one location to another is strictly prohibited.
KIDS' ZONE
For the August First Friday, Discover Lansdale has booked a trio of fun water rides for children and teens, including a water slide and water obstacle course at Railroad Plaza, and a large inflatable water slide on South Wood Street.
Fairmount Fire Company will also have their hose out for kids to play with along Susquehanna Avenue next to the beer garden.
New this year, instead of charging fees for each specific attraction, guests will be required to purchase a $5 wristband at the Discover Lansdale tent at Railroad Plaza, which will allow guests unlimited access to the rides. Wristbands can also be purchased on South Wood Street at the dunk tank.
This change was made to streamline the event on the organizing end and save money for guests with children or teens.
In addition to the attraction, kids will be able to partake in free face painting, as well as balloon art courtesy of Scott Myers. There is no fee for face paint or balloon art, though tips are encouraged.
PHOTO SCAVENGER HUNT
The photo scavenger hunt has returned as a recurring activity for each First Friday in the 2022 season, with a winner being drawn at the end of each event.
Seven photos will be added to the Discover Lansdale Facebook page in the days leading up to the event. To participate, you must be able to identify all seven locations, write them down (along with your name and contact info), and submit it at the Discover Lansdale booth at Railroad Plaza by 9 p.m.
A winner will then be drawn at random, who will receive a $150 Visa gift card courtesy of yet to be identified sponsor. (check back closer to the event)
TIMING, WEATHER, CONTACT INFO
This season, First Fridays begin at 6 p.m. and end at 9 p.m. Road closures include South Wood Street from Main to Courtland, Madison Street from Main to the end of the one-way, and Susquehanna Ave. from Main to Courtland.
Should there be a threat of inclement weather, a decision will be announced by 1 p.m. regarding whether or not the event will be held. There is no rain date for First Fridays.
Anyone seeking additional information should email [email protected].
UPCOMING EVENTS AND THEMES
The rest of the 2022 First Friday season is as follows:
(Editor’s Note: the author of this article is also a board member with Discover Lansdale and serves as their First Friday Committee Chairman.)
See also:
Photos: July First Friday Draws Large Crowds to Lansdale
Details for Discover Lansdale’s July First Friday Announced
Photos: Thousands Turn Out for ‘Bark in the Borough’ First Friday
Discover Lansdale’s June ‘Bark in the Borough’ First Friday Details Announced
First Friday Season Wraps Up With Fire Prevention Focus on Oct. 1
