First Friday Guidelines, Rules, and FAQs
Destination Bryan provides opportunities for a variety of different groups to participate at First Friday. Please select the application that best applies to you. Review First Friday rules, guidelines, and FAQs below.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the First Friday Partnership Application?
This is a one-time application that is required to gain access to monthly event applications. If your business/organization is approved as a First Friday Partner, you will have access to Monthly Applications for each event. Note: Being a First Friday Partner does not guarantee participation in each event.
How do I apply to be a part of First Friday?
Partnership Applications for First Friday can be found here. Submit your application between the 1st-10th of each month preceding First Friday.
Who can participate in First Friday?
We currently have applications for the following:
- Non-Profit Organizations
- Religiously Affiliated Organizations
- Artists
- Food Trucks
- Downtown Bryan Businesses
- BCS Schools and Colleges
- Musicians and Performers
When can I apply for First Friday?
Partnerships Application are always open, but must be completed by the 10th of the month, two months prior to the first event you are interested in participating in. For example, if you want to be able to register for October First Friday, your Partnership Application must be submitted by August 10th.
Monthly Applications will be open at 12:00 PM on the 1st of the month through the 10th of the month at 12:00 PM preceding the First Friday that you wish to participate in. For example, to participate in the October First Friday, apply between July 1st and July 10th.
Monthly Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend applying as early as possible each month. If space is full, applicants will be placed on a waitlist in the order their application was received.
When will I know if I'm approved to participate at First Friday?
You will be notified of your application status by the 15th of the month, unless otherwise noted.
Can I fundraise at First Friday?
Approved First Friday participants are not allowed to fundraise or take donations on the street at First Friday.
Why is there a limited number of vendors at First Friday?
First Friday was founded with the intention of supporting downtown Bryan shops and restaurants. In keeping this goal in mind, it is our responsibility to bring additional attractions downtown that appeal to wide audiences, while also ensuring the activities do not detract from downtown Bryan businesses. This means we must limit the number of all artists, organizations, and vendors at First Friday.
Can for-profit businesses participate in First Friday?
For-profit businesses (located outside of Historic Downtown Bryan) may participate through sponsorship of the event, if opportunities are available. If you are interested in sponsorship, please send an email to firstfriday@destinationbryan.com.
Are there any other ways to be a part of First Friday?
Destination Bryan partners with the Farmers' Market in Brazos County to bring 20 vendors to each First Friday.
If you are interested in participating in First Friday through the Farmer’s Market in Brazos County, please see their webpage for more information. Please note, Destination Bryan partners with the Farmer’s Market in Brazos County, but we do not handle the application process for Farmer’s Market vendors at First Friday. Please refer any questions regarding the Farmers' Market to their leadership.
I have another question not listed here. Who can I contact?
For other questions, please contact firstfriday@destinationbryan.com.
Rules & Guidelines
- Organizations and vendors that do not fit the above applications are not eligible to participate at First Friday. This includes independent distributors of commercial products (such as Avon, Scentsy, and the like).
- Fundraising activities, including fundraising for sports teams and clubs, is not allowed.
- No soliciting of any kind.
- All rules and guidelines outlined on each application must be followed.
If you have another question about First Friday that is not addressed on this page, please email firstfriday@destinationbryan.com