First Friday is a time when all the shops in downtown Bryan open their doors and welcome in members of the community.

The Downtown Bryan association collects donations to send to those affected in La Grange, Texas by the Hurricane. 

One of the many celebrations seen at first Friday 

One of the many celebrations seen at First Friday 

One of the many activities at First Friday included painting while listening to live music 

There are several performers during first Friday, among them the Brazos Valley Belly Dance. 

At first Friday you can find local musicians and performers outside shops and on the corners. 

One of the common themes during this past first Friday was various organizations asking for donations for the victims of hurricane Harvey 

JD ‘Bodger’ Bolich is one of the many craftsman set up at first Friday 

Kids gather around to learn and watch as local craftsman show off their pottery skills 

Many local musicians gather outside stores and on corners to perform for those who gather at First Friday