FIRST FRIDAY
First Friday in Asbury Park!
On the first Friday of every month, shops, galleries, & cafes are open late. There are art exhibit openings and events all over town!
THE NEXT FIRST FRIDAY IS MAY 1st, 2026
Check out what our local shops and businesses have to offer!
The City of Asbury Park and Over the Moon Art Studios present First Friday Celebration!
Join us on the first Friday of every month from 5-9 PM for a vibrant pop-up art and music show at the PRESS PLAZA! Celebrate local talent with an exciting lineup of visual artists, musicians, and art/craft vendors showcasing their work in a lively community atmosphere.
Admission is Free and open to the public
Come by, get creative, and make something you’re proud of. We’ll have materials read.
This monthly event is brought to you by The City of Asbury Park and Over the Moon Art Studios, creating a platform for emerging and established artists to connect with the community. Whether you’re an artist, musician, or maker, we encourage you to apply and be part of this creative celebration!
When: May 1st, 5:00 – 9:00 pm
Press Plaza: Cookman Ave., Asbury Park
TANJ Youth Arts Initiative Events
Teen Arts New Jersey is proud to present The TANJ Youth Arts Initiative arts pop-up series on Friday, May 1st! Through generous grant funding from the New Jersey Economic Development Authority, we have been able to partner with local businesses to provide free visual, literary, and performing arts programs to students and families. See below for the full details of our event partner programs, free shuttle bus service, and restaurant partners providing $15 food vouchers for attending each event.
Friday, May 1st Events:
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Asbury Art Club – Art a la Carte
3:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Asbury Book Cooperative – Prom Ready Hair & Makeup
3:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Kula Urban Farm – Eco Print & Patch
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: art629 Gallery – Figure Drawing
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM: Konscious Community Center KYDS Session
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Konscious Community Center – Writing for the Soul Workshop
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Over the Moon Art Studio – Flower Pot Painting
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Parlor Gallery – Character Design & Drawing
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM: The Art Spot – Hand Sewing 101
HOP ON THE TANJ YOUTH ARTS SHUTTLE!
If you would like to join us for more than one event, but you aren’t sure where to go, or you don’t have time to walk, you can hop on the FREE shuttle bus we are providing!
The shuttle runs from 3:30pm-7:00pm
Stops Include:
Kula Urban Farm–115 Atkins Ave
Over the Moon Art Studios–808 Springwood Ave
Konscious Community Center–631 Lake Ave
Parlor Gallery–717 Cookman Ave
Hope to see you there!
🌚 Full Moon Party at the Asbury Hotel 🌝
Under this Flower Moon we’ll gather in the Soundbooth for an Abundance Spell 🌟 We’ll begin with a guided meditation to settle into your body & connect with what’s already blooming in your life, gently releasing any fears, doubts or old patterns that could hold that growth back, and then cast a collective spell to call in expansion, support & abundance in the areas that feel most aligned for you. And then we’ll dance and party the night away!
✨ Flower Moon Abundance Spell
📍 The Soundbooth at The Asbury Hotel
🌕 Full Moon in Scorpio
When: May 1st, 6:00pm
The Asbury Hotel: 210 5th Ave., Asbury Park
🥃 Extended Happy Hour at AP Distillery 🥃
AP Distilling Co. is offering an extended Happy Hour from 4 – 9pm every First Friday!
🛍️ BoHo House Discounts 🛍️
BoHo House offering 10% Discounts for First Friday!
Curated Lifestyle Accessories & Art From Women-Led Brands
Shop statement bags, effortless clothing, handmade jewelry, and collectible art — thoughtfully sourced, limited in quantity, and designed to stand out.
When it’s gone, it’s gone!
When: May 1st, open til 8 PM
BoHo House: 623 Cookman Ave., Asbury Park
🌴 Anthony Krizan Band at Palmetto 🌴
NJ based guitarist, singer, band leader and producer brings a full band show to Palmetto on May 1!
When: May 1st, 8:30 pm – Midnight
Palmetto Southern Kitchen & Bar: 1000 Ocean Ave., Asbury Park
👹 Jersey Devil Fable Film Festival 😈
The Paranormal Museum presents the The Jersey Devil Fable Festival! The festival showcases independent horror and folklore films inspired by the legend of the Jersey Devil. Join us at the Paranormal Museum for screenings, filmmaker Q&A, and a celebration of regional myth, cinema, and the strange!
When: May 1st, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Showroom Cinema: 707 Cookman Ave., Asbury Park
Kevin Koczan at Black Swan Public House
Kevin is an UNBELIEVABLE guitarist covering your favorite tunes!
When: May 1st, 9:00 pm – Midnight
Black Swan Public House: 601 Mattison Ave., Asbury Park
🎶 All That Remains at the Stone Pony 🎶
All That Remains have built an unbreakable axis between pit-splitting metal and anthemic melodies. This signature balance has defined the platinum-certified band’s output since day one. It’s why the group have notched multiple Top 10 Active Rock Radio hits, sold out shows worldwide, and generated over half-a-billion streams.
Special Guests Born of Osiris and Dead Eyes joins All That Remains on May 1st!
When: May 1st
Doors: 6:00pm, Show: 7:15pm
The Stone Pony: 913 Ocean Ave., Asbury Park
🦞 Yacht Lobsters at the Wonder Bar 🦞
Music of the 70’s and early 80’s!
When: May 1st
Doors: 8:00pm, Show: 9:00 pm
21+ admitted
15% Off Ice Cream Sandwiches at The Baked Bear
Enjoy 15% off ice cream sandwiches all night!
The Baked Bear: 614 Cookman Ave., Asbury Park
art629 Gallery Free Workshop!
In partnership with Teen Arts NJ Youth Arts Initiative, art629 Gallery is offering a FREE Figure Drawing Workshop for teens from 4-6pm. Clothed model, art supplies, dinner voucher and prizes included! Ages 12+
The Gallery will be open late showcasing “Inspired Minds Student Art Exhibition” a selection of art from seven Monmouth County high school senior students
art629 Gallery: 629 Cookman Ave., Asbury Park
🎸 Lakehouse Academy Open House 🎷
Lakehouse Music Academy – Open House
FREE | ALL AGES
The best time to join a band is right now! Stop in to tour the Academy’s space, chat with their directors, jump into a free trial demo, and find out how they get even total beginners stage-ready in just a few months.
This is a free, all-ages event for beginners seasoned players, and everyone in between!
When: May 1st, 4:00 – 7:00 PM
RSVP at lakehousemusicacademy.com/open-house
Lakehouse Music Academy: 619 Lake Ave., Asbury Park
Millionaire$ "My Sweet 16" Tour at House of Independents
MILLIONAIRE$ Live In Concert! – ALL AGES TO ENTER
“My Sweet 16” Tour
+ Support By: WHITNEY PEYTON , WAITING 4 APRIL, & FEELSGOOD
When: May 1st, 6:00 PM
The House of Independents: 572 Cookman Ave., Asbury Park
Have a First Friday Event? Email it to info@asburyparkchamber.com to have it included on this page!
