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FIRST FRIDAYS: WICK CORRIDOR & SMOKY HOLLOWFriday, November 6, 2026 | Youngstown, Ohio
FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Explore Youngstown’s arts, history, sports, music, and community during First Fridays in the Wick Corridor and Smoky Hollow! Visit local cultural institutions, enjoy hands-on activities, discover Youngstown’s past and present, and spend the evening supporting neighborhood businesses.
Participating Venues & Activities
1. The Butler Institute of American Art
Address: 524 Wick Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44502
Hours: 5:00 PM–8:00 PM
The Butler will remain open until 8:00 PM for First Fridays, featuring Michael Zagaris: 60 Years of NFL Photography in the newly renovated Donnell Sports Gallery.
The Butler’s Education Department will offer hands-on art activities in various media inspired by the Zagaris exhibition and the America 250 Ohio Sports theme.
2. Cassese’s MVR
Address: 410 N. Walnut Street, Youngstown, OH 44505
Hours: Open for dinner
Enjoy dinner at this Youngstown dining tradition while exploring the Wick Corridor and Smoky Hollow area.
3. Carl A. Nunziato Veterans Resource Center at YSU
Address: 633 Wick Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44502
Hours: Open for visitors; specific hours to be confirmed
Stop by the Veterans Resource Center to learn more about its resources and services for veterans and the university community.
4. John J. McDonough Museum of Art
Address: 525 Wick Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44502
Hours: 5:00 PM–7:30 PM
Visit the Kilcawley Collection Prints exhibition and participate in a hands-on printmaking activity. Visitors can create their own stamped cards while exploring the featured collection.
5. Noble Creature Wild Ales & Lagers
Address: 126 E. Rayen Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44503
Hours: Venue programming and specials; live music 7:00 PM–9:00 PM
Join Noble Creature for an evening of live music, craft beverages, and Friday specials.
Live Music: Kaston Guffey of My Politic | 7:00 PM–9:00 PM
Kaston Guffey is the singer-songwriter of My Politic, an indie-folk duo he formed with Nick Pankey. (Bio on our website)
Friday Specials
Friday Night Flights: $9
Friday Liters of Lager: $7
More information: mypoliticmusic.com/about
6. Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County, Main Library
Address: 305 Wick Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44503
Hours: Open until 7:30 PM
Theme: Youngstown Past and Present
Discover Youngstown’s history through a rare photo slideshow and an introduction to the Library’s Digital Archive. Families can also enjoy activities for children and treats in the Culinary Literacy Center.
7. Solomon Gallery, Bliss Hall, Youngstown State University
Address: 547 Wick Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44502
Hours: 5:00 PM–7:30 PM
Explore the Patterns/Portals exhibition at the Solomon Gallery in Bliss Hall.
8. Ward Beecher Planetarium, Youngstown State University
Address: 100 Lincoln Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44555
Showtime: 7:00 PM–8:00 PM
Featured Show: Passport to the Universe
Take an incredible journey through the observable universe in this immersive planetarium experience narrated by Tom Hanks. Travel beneath the rings of Saturn, explore the Orion Nebula, and visit remarkable destinations across the cosmos.
9. Yosteria
Address: 252 Valley Street, Youngstown, OH 44505
Hours: Open for dinner
Enjoy dinner at Yosteria during First Fridays. Reservations are recommended.
Make an evening of it! Explore the Wick Corridor’s galleries and cultural institutions, discover Youngstown’s history, experience hands-on art activities, enjoy live music, and support the local businesses that help make our community thrive!
For more info visit: www.firstfridaysyoungstown.org
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