3PM @ Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival — Locals are encouraged to “give the gift of art, history, and culture of Fairbanks and Alaska this season!” The Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival office, in downtown, has “great gifts for the holiday season for every member of your family” including vintage posters, beautiful art cards, jewelry, metal prints, paintings, clothing, collectible pins, and more — all by local and Alaskan artists. “Enjoy a complimentary cup of hot cocoa and some holiday goodies while you browse our shop and check off your shopping list.” This event runs from 3-8PM.
4PM @ Mt. McKinley Bank — Join the team at Mt. McKinley Bank as they celebrate 60 years in business! “For 60 years, you’ve welcomed Mt. McKinley Bank into your homes, businesses, and lives. Your trust has shaped who we are — a truly local, mutual community bank rooted right here in Interior Alaska. Thank you for an incredible six decades.” Join them for refreshments, local artists, and the Fairbanks Symphony Orchestra Quartet. This event runs from 4-6PM inside their Main Office at 500 4th Ave.
5PM @ Gather Fairbanks — Join the crew at Gather for the closing celebration of their “Week of Small Business!” “Enjoy light refreshments, good company, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere as we honor the creativity, dedication, and community spirit of our local small businesses.” There will also be a bingo raffle. “Even if you didn’t complete a bingo board, come celebrate the businesses that make Fairbanks special.” This event runs from 5-10PM.
5PM @ Humble Roots Beer Project — Downtown’s newest brewery is kicking-off December with a special holiday shopping event. “Don’t you kinda wish everywhere you went holiday shopping had beer to drink while you shop? Us too…that’s why we are teaming up with some amazing local makers for a fun (and beer) filled holiday market called Pints & Pine!” This event begins at 5PM.
5PM @ Fairbanks Dog Mushing & Community Museum — Enjoy watercolors by Tom and Nelda Nixon at the Fairbanks Community Museum gallery in the Co-Op Plaza. This event will be a “miniature show” with small prints (5×7) and “teeny tiny prices.” The event runs from 5-8PM.
5PM @ Well Street Art Gallery — Join Well Street Art for a First Friday opening reception for “Sky, Land and Water” by John Jodwalis and “Memento Menagerie” by Ethan Lauesen, Indi Walter and Jade Lamoreaux. The event features “paintings, prints and drawings of a colorful nature.” The event runs from 5-8PM.
5PM @ 2 Street Gallery — If you’re looking for a great First Friday show downtown then this is for you! Join the fine artisans at 2 Street Gallery for their December show featuring pottery by Lori Alexander. Lori’s works combine form and function which means her pottery is both stylish and practical — which makes these the perfect Christmas gifts! The event runs from 5-8PM.
5:30PM @ Fairbanks Children’s Museum — The Fairbanks Children’s Museum hosts their monthly “Kids’ Night In” First Friday event. On the first Friday of every month, the museum encourages First Friday attendees to drop their kiddos off at the museum for a pizza party and activities; freeing the adults up for a date night and a First Friday walkabout. The event is $30/per child, with members receiving a 10% discount. Kids must be at least 4 years old and potty trained.
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