Birthday Bash | June First Fridays
Friday, June 5, 5 – 9 p.m.
In June of 2026—as a prelude to our upcoming 20-year anniversary in June of 2027—we party like it’s 1999 with the First Fridays Birthday Bash! In celebration of 19 years of outstanding First Fridays programming and incredible community participation, we turn our excitement amplifiers up to 11 for this one!
Commercial and Informational Booths
City of Goshen – Community Relations Commission
Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
Entertainment
Live wrestling in the square, kids’ activities, music and entertainment, food trucks, the Viewrail Obstacle Course, and birthday treats are just a few items on the Birthday Bash agenda. Help us celebrate our 19th birthday—and ramp up for our 20th, in 2027—at the Birthday Bash in Downtown Goshen.
- 5 – 7 p.m.
Vinyl Habits | Main and Washington - 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Cake Decorating Class hosted by Young at Art | Maple Indian Cuisine (127 S Main)
$55 class fee – sign up using the link above! - 7 – 8 p.m.
Wrestling on Main | Main and Washington
WEATHER UPDATE!
Rain location is
GOSHEN THEATER (216 South Main)
Doors at 6:30 p.m. - 8 – 9 p.m.
Vinyl Habits | Main and Washington
And don’t miss your chance to ride the Mechanical Bull, shop the Well Crafted Artisan Showcase, or see all the great sunglasses at the 100th Year Anniversary Party at Wellington & Weddell.
Our events operate with the love and help of many volunteers and sponsors. Join us!
Food and Drink
Eat and drink at your favorite downtown restaurant and check out our lineup of food trucks when you need a break!
- Cool off with a Blended Horchata or Cookies n Cream Milkshake at Electric Brew!
- Get a free soda at the Wild West Soda Truck at the 100th Anniversary Party at Wellington and Weddell!
- Head to Cortado for their French Twist: a toasted, buttered croissant filled with Crystal Springs vanilla ice cream, homemade hot fudge, and whipped cream, topped with a cherry!
- Celebrate with Birthday Cake Popcorn at Shirley’s Popcorn!
- Stop by the Maple City Market table on festival grounds for an ice-cold popsicle!
Don’t forget to recycle! Head to the Recycling Center on festival grounds to take care of any collected recyclables.
Family Activities
Young ones and their families can enjoy a collection of free activities at participating merchants and on-site vendors.
- Visit with Teddy, Loveway’s resident miniature pony!
- Test your skills at the Viewrail Obstacle Course!
- Young adults can enjoy free activities at the Chill Zone presented by Boys & Girls Club of Elkhart County and DJ Construction, including cupcake decorating!
- Garden City Church will be hosting free crafts and activities for the whole family, plus free treats to make the celebration even sweeter!
- Head to ADEC’s booth for a guessing game and coloring pages!
- Paint your own pottery with The Hunny Pot Studio!
- Head to The Post for a Water Balloon Fight from 5 to 7 p.m.!
Other highlights include: balloon animals, face-painting, candy, magic shows, and a BOUNCE HOUSE!
Shopping & Promotions
Businesses will feature new and sale items alike, along with fun activities for the whole family.
- Meet the Authors from 6 to 8 p.m. at Fables Books.
- Buy one cat lounge session at regular price and get a second of equal length 50% off at Catitude Cafe!
- Head to Wellington and Weddell for their 100th Year Anniversary Party! The event will feature a sunglasses trunk show highlighting a variety of vendors and giveaways. Plus, stop by to have your eye beautifully photographed and turned into a lasting work of art by Iris Eye Art!
- Fused 508 will be on the festival grounds, offering $10 off permanent jewelry!
- Head to DN3D Prints on festival grounds for new keychain options, new clickers, and a new line of super ultra tinies.
- Take advantage of 20% off all perfumes and colognes at The Green Bee! Be sure to also visit their booth on festival grounds!
- The Goshen Historical Society is celebrating 25 years since they opened their doors and 45 years since its formation! To celebrate, their gift shop will feauture 50% off on select items, 25-cent select postcards, and $5 Goshen Post Card hardcover books. Plus, stop by to get $5 off membership on festival grounds!
- Kindred Wool Co. is partnering with welcomeblanket.org to extend kindness and hospitality to new immigrants to the US. Stop in to see how you can participate in creating blankets by knitting, crocheting, or sewing!
Well Crafted Artisan Showcase
Manzanas Enchiladas
Silver Circle
The Silver Circle, presented in part by Greencroft, Green Oaks of Goshen, Goshen Health, and Senior Talk Michiana, is a dedicated space designed as a welcoming gathering place for older adults. The Silver Circle creates an inclusive, comfortable environment that blends resources, connection, and entertainment in one centralized location.
This month, folks can enjoy:
- FREE birthday treat, provided by Pastries by Steph, to the first 50 seniors (55 and older)!
- Tunes provided by Vinyl Habits
- Birthday card decorating hosted by Young at Art from 7 to 8 p.m.
Handicap Parking will be available directly behind the Silver Circle on West Washington. Senior transports may also use this space with advance notice. If you plan on bringing your senior clients, please contact us as soon as possible via our contact form.
First Fridays Amenities
These amenities make it easy to enjoy the festival!
- Ride down with the family and park your bikes for FREE at our complimentary Bike Valet station, presented by the Pumpkinvine Trails Coalition!
- Parents and guardians can enjoy the Goshen Health Mother’s Tent, which offers a comfortable space to nurse and change your littles!
- Take advantage of the designated Handicap Parking located behind the Silver Circle.
- Don’t forget to recycle! Head to the Recycling Center on festival grounds to take care of any collected recyclables.
Event Map
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Thank you June First Fridays Sponsors!
Downtown Goshen Inc. and First Fridays are here to celebrate Goshen and the wonderful arts and community that we share. That means that if you attend an event in downtown Goshen, your image might appear in a future celebration of that event or a promotion of one of our future events. This is because our community is the most essential part of First Fridays! We pride ourselves in being an organization that celebrates everyone and will do our best to present you in the best way possible. We are incredibly proud and happy that you enjoy our events and that you are part of our fantastic community! Thank you for joining us at First Fridays and having fun in downtown Goshen.
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