Please read the entirety of the guidelines below, as our protocol has changed in 2026.
First Friday, an entity of Carbondale Arts, is a family-friendly community celebration that takes place monthly in the heart of Carbondale's Creative District.
Community organizations and nonprofits are invited to be considered to host a booth at First Friday. You may not host a booth without an approval from Carbondale Arts. Please consider our guidelines when requesting a booth:
- Food is only permitted if exempt from licensing, it must qualify as a Cottage Good.
- Booths may not sell retail or food items, as this event does not have the appropriate sales tax licensing. The only exception is for children under 18 selling items for a fundraising purpose. The existing “Cottage Goods” policy remains in effect.
- No alcohol on Main Street per town ordinance.
- Tent weights are mandatory. If you do not have tent weights you will be asked to take down your tent.
- No political action booths or solicitation. We hope this policy, similar to the one that we have at the Carbondale Mountain Fair, prioritizes community building at First Friday. Organizations soliciting signatures for petitions, or demonstrating for a specific political action or cause are asked to find alternative time, place and manner for raising awareness and support.
- There is a $75 booth fee that helps Carbondale Arts cover the costs of administration, coordination, permitting, and enforcement of First Friday. If you are unable to pay this cost please reach out to emily@carbondalearts.com request that your fee be waived.
- Booths will be assigned a location upon acceptance.
- We HIGHLY recommend you offer a free, engaging activity for the community at your booth, in addition to providing information about your organization. Please reach out if you need ideas or inspiration - we have lots!
Carbondale Arts event staff will be in touch regarding booth approval, location and protocols. Requests must be submitted at least two weeks prior to desired First Friday for consideration. For any additional questions, please reach out to emily@carbondalearts.com.