Red Bird First Friday
Experience the vibrant heartbeat of Downtown Sylvania with Red Bird First Fridays. Mark your calendar for every First Friday, all year round, from 5PM ’til 8PM (or even later during the summer).
Upcoming events
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2026 For The Birds
In celebration of National Bird Migration Month, join us for a special edition of Red Bird First Friday: For the Birds! Enjoy two unique art exhibits across our fine art galleries: Hudson Gallery’s 4th Annual “Bird Song” Exhibition featuring gallery-represented...
Deep Roots
April is Earth Month, and we’re celebrating our deep roots in Sylvania and all things local. Join us for our April 3 First Friday and enjoy new exhibits, live music, and special promotions throughout downtown. As part of the nationwide America 250 celebrations, Ohio...
Missing Bridges
We don’t care how you get here — just get here if you can!Red Bird thrives on the funky, and First Fridays are what we do best.But we can’t keep the vibes alive without YOU! The bridge might be missing, but our spirit isn’t.Take a detour, find your way, and come grab...
Vow renewal 2026
Love is in the air on February 6th as we gather to celebrate connection and community during our annual Vow Renewal on Main Street in downtown Sylvania. Join us for Red Bird First Friday, when the heart of our town comes alive with love—featuring art exhibits, live...
Ring in 2026 on Main
RING IN THE NEW YEAR ON MAIN! Join us January 2nd as we ring in the new year! Sit back, relax and celebrate local musicians/artists during our winter holiday art walk. Discover why downtown Sylvania is the place to be - even when the colder months want to keep us in....