Leesburg First Friday

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Events for MARCH 7, 2025 are currently being updated below. The best way to be in the loop about activities happening each month is to follow the LEESBURG FIRST FRIDAY facebook page.

• NORTH KING STREET:

  • Live Jazz Music. The Lightfoot Restaurant is hosting their live jazz music during Leesburg First Friday with pianist, Caleb Nei and Kevin Johnson. Stop in for a fabulous meal with fabulous music!
    Location: 11 N. King St.
  • 6:00-9:00 Open House. R and B Tattooing and Dominion Body Piercing are open late with an open house to celebrate their new location above the Downtown Saloon. Many people say they are the best tattoo and piercing place around!
    Location: 7A N. King St.

• MARKET STREET:

  • Not this Month. McEnearney Real Estate is skipping this month but you can catch them in other upcoming months.
    Location: 10 W. Market St.
  • 6:00-7:00 Open House CRAFT is hosting an open house to showcase their brand new cool arts and craft shop, that offers classes, as well as art supplies and craft kits. This month they are featuring a hands-on activity.
    Location: 3 W. Market St.
  • 6:00-9:00 Local Brews! The Loudoun Brewing Company is not featuring live music this month but you can stop in for some great brews!
    Location: 310 E. Market St.
  • Dessert Cafe! Mocatinas, downtown’s dessert heaven, has a wonderful array of awesome desserts for you to choose from, along with some great ice cream flavors.
    Location: 3 E. Market St.
  • 10:00-6:00 Blind Date with a Book.The Birch Tree Book Store is featuring a Blind Date with Book each day this week. Donating pays off; in this case, it pays in books! They are partnering with the Loudoun Education Foundation, to host a book-themed food and hygiene drive at Birch Tree Bookstore and Foliage Plants! Stop by the store throughout the week of March 2nd with one of the hygiene of food items listed on their website and swap it for a blind date with a book.
    Location: 11 W. Market St.
  • 6:00-8:00 Open House.The District Hemp Botanicals is staying open late for First Friday in their downtown location on West Market Street.
    Location: 9 W. Market St.
  • 5:00-7:00 Dinner and Show. The Leesburg United Methodist Church is hosting a special Dinner and a Show in their Asbury Hall. They are sso excited to have Sly the Magician come and perform his amazing show. “Sly (Alec Negri) has been performing magic for well over 30 years and has honed his craft to evoke laughter and amazement. Free buffet style dinner and fellowship will begin at 5 pm and the show starts at 6.
    Location: 107 W. Market St.
  • 5:00-7:30 Art Open House. The Leesburg Commission on Public Art (COPA) is hosting a Mixed Media exhibit by teacher Deborah Tripp features 63 pieces of artwork created by students from the Academies of Loudoun. An open house will be held on Friday, March 7, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. The public is encouraged to attend. The exhibit will run through the end of May.
    Location: 25 W. Market St.

• LOUDOUN STREET:

  • 6:00-9:00 Rock Tunes. Dynasty Brewing Company is hosting acoustic guitarist, Dave Nemetz, playing some classic rock tunes. Stop in for some great locally crafted brews and music!
    Location: 101 Loudoun St. SE
  • No Pop Up this Month. The Paisley PeaHen is skipping this month’s First Friday. but will be back when the weather is warmer. Look for the Welcome Dragonfly!
    Location: 4 Loudoun St. SE
  • 6:00-8:00 Open House. Resourceful Woman will be open late for this month's Leesburg First Friday events with some unique thrift store treasures.
    Location: 11-A Loudoun St. SW
  • No Dining. Trungo's will be not be hosting live music this month, as they are temporarily closed.
    Location: 2C Loudoun St. SW
  • 6:00-9:00 Tacos are Here! La Taqueria, downtown’s newest taco restaurant, is serving up some great authentic tacos and beer! This month they are hosting Randy VanEpps with his trumpet.
    Location: 15 Loudoun St. SE
  • Skipping this Month. Schmidt’s BBQ is not hosting live music on their fun backyard patio this month but will be back when the weather is warmer, so you will be able to come enjoy some great local BBQ, while listening to some great rock tunes in April.
    Location: 14 Loudoun St. SE
  • 3:00-6:00 Eye Sculpt Event. Madisonbelle, who recently celebrated their 20th anniversary, is featuring an Eye - Sculpt Event. Get a full-sized Natasha Denona Eye Sculpt Pallette with your $15 appointment. Visit their website to book your time slot.
    Location: 5 Loudoun St. SE
  • Women’s History. The Thomas Balch Library is hosting an exhibit that celebrates the contributions of women in Leesburg and Loudoun County, who dedicated their lives to advancing healthcare and science, while improving the well-being of their community. Attendees will have the opportunity to view original documents, photographs, and artifacts that highlight the lasting impact of these pioneering women..
    Location: 14 Loudoun St. SW
  • 6:00-8:00 Open House. Books And Other Found Things is hosting an open house, so you can explore their thousands of used and new book for adults and children.
    Location: 13 W. Loudoun St.
  • 5:00-6:00 Vintage. Muz and Rose is featuring their array of local makers and showcasing their artist of the month - Angelic Boleta and her very cool watercolor paintings.
    Location: 3 Loudoun St SW
  • Unique Gifts. wldwst features a wide array of local artwork and unique gifts, so be sure to stop in and check out all their very cool items.
    Location: 2B Loudoun St. SW
  • 5:00-7:00 Open House. The Loudoun Museum will have extended hours for this month’s First Friday, with a cool array of their staff’s favorite pieces out on display, plus you can check out their latest history exhibit.
    Location: 16 Loudoun St.
  • 6:00-8:00 Wine Tasting with Music. The October One Tasting Room is hosting wine tasting with an array of their fabulous wines! This month they are featuring guitarist, Ramaan Insari.
    Location: 7A Loudoun St. SW
  • 6:00-8:00 Open House. The Global Local is hosting an open house, so you can pop in to check out their array of global and local items.
    Location: 102 Loudoun St. SW
  • 5:00-7:00 Vintage Music. Dig! Records & Vintage is hosting an open house featuring his used LP's, 45's, vintage clothing and a selection of turntables, receivers and audio gear. Get on down to this awesome shop to check out the tons of 45's from the 50's, 60's, and 70's, as they buy, sell and trade all types of vinyl records and cassette tapes.
    Location: 212C Loudoun St. SE

• MARKET STATION AREA:

  • 4:00-8:00 Wine Tasting. Gvino Enoteca, a fine wine boutique, is hosting a wine tasting event of wines from around the world, in their shop located on the lower level of Market Station. Stop by to check out his vast array of international wines.
    Location: Market Station
  • 6:00-7:00 Jewelry Art. Designer Goldsmith is featuring a wide array of fabulous fine jewelry, custom made right here in her shop.
    Location: Market Station
  • Skipping This Month. MacDowell Brew Kitchen is not hosting live music this month but will have a live band for next month’s First Friday events, when the weather is warmer.
    Location: 212 Harrison St.
  • 6:00-9:00 Wine Tasting. Visit Loudoun is hosting a wine tasting event featuring the wines of Domaine Fortier from Lovettsville, Virginia.
    Location: Market Station – Lower Level.
  • 7:00-10:00 Cider Tasting. The Wild Hare Hard Cider Cabin is not featuring a singer this month but you can still enjoy their wide array of delicious ciders, all locally made.
    Location: Market Station – Lower Level
  • 7:00-10:00 Music and Art. The Crooked Run Brewing is featuring live music with the band, Pleasure Business playing an array of synth and city pop music. They also host art exhibits by a different local artists.
    Location: Market Station Lower Level.
  • 6:00-9:00 Escape Room. The Escape Room LoCo is hosting a fun escape room activities so you can stop by and try to find your way out of the mysteries, they have in store for you and your friends.
    Location: 201 Royal St. SE

• SOUTH KING STREET:

  • 6:30-8:30 Violin Music. Georgetown Café is hosting violinist, Micaela Perezous, playing an array of classical songs.
    Location: 21 S. King St.
  • 6:00-8:00 Open House. Misguided Angels, a fashion boutique, is hosting an open house featuring her new fashions that are arriving daily. Be sure to stop by to discover what the excitement is all about in this award-winning shop and check out all their awesomeness!
    Location: 14 S. King St.
  • 6:30-8:30 Leesburg Seasonings. Very Virginia Shop is hosting an open house featuring a tasting event of locally made seasonings that go great with veggies, chicken, pork, and beef. Also featuring local art by Peggy King and Kathy Bleau and dog treats by ECHO, a local non-profit. Plus you can taste free samples of over 20 different flavors of Virginia peanuts and other locally made gourmet foods.
    Location: 16 S King St.
  • 6:00-9:00 Musical Duo. SideBar is hosting the fun rock duo of Crossing Elden from Herndon, playing songs you love and can sing along to.
    Location: 24 S. King St.
  • 6:00-1:00 Rock All Night. King's Tavern and Wine Bar is hosting locally acclaimed Andy Hawk and his Train Wreck Endings band from 6-8:30. Afterward, from 9:30 to 1:00am, there will be an open mic night, hosted by Laurie Blue, with lots of local musicians.
    Location: 19 S. King St.
  • 8:00-11:00 Live Music. The Green Tree Tavern is featuring their fun sport bar with a cool atmosphere for meeting friends, while enjoying good food and drinks. For this First Friday, they are hosting rock guitarist, Joe Reiman, playing your favorite classic rock songs.
    Location: 15 S. King St.
  • 6:00-9:00 Open Mic & More. Move Leesburg is hosting a cool open mic night so bring your instruments and/or your voice! Plus a vendor event with local makers, crafters and photographers.
    Location: 11B S. King St.
  • 9:00-11:00 Speakeasy. Tarbender’s Lounge is a hip speakeasy bar and restaurant, that offers a cool atmosphere inside for dining and relaxing with friends, while listening to live music by lounge singer, Vanessa Estabiel, in the background.
    Location: 10 S. King St.
  • 5:00-6:00 Art Exhibit.The Ordinary Art Gallery is hosting a unique collection of art by the owner, along with other fabulous local artists.
    Location: 18 S. King St.
  • 6:00-9:00 Live Music. Ebisu Sushi and Thai Restaurant is hosting acoustic guitarist, Gary Rudinsky, playing an array of classic rock tunes from the past several decades.
    Location: 101 S. King St.
  • 6:00-9:00 Wine & Chocolates. The Leesburg Gourmet is featuring a chocolate and wine pairing event, featuring their select wines and Neuhaus Belgian Chocolates. Plus this month they are hosting singer/songwriter, Malcolm Woehrle.
    Location: 27 S. King St.
  • Kitten Adoption and Bake Sale. Coldwell Banker Realty is hosting a kitten adoption event so come check all the adorable kitties! Plus they are hosting a bake sale by the UNICEF club of LCHS with lots of yummy treats.
    Location: 25 S. King St.
  • 6:00-9:00 Super Yummy! Gruto’s Ice Cream Shop is featuring their yummy soft serve ice cream, which they make locally with love. Stop by to see how this little parlor is all about having a good time while enjoying delicious and affordable ice cream!
    Location: 107 S. King St.
  • 6:00-9:00 Wine Lounge. The Echelon Wine Bar is featuring Themed Wine Flights, as a special event for Leesburg First Friday.
    Location: 32 S. King St.
  • 6:00-8:00 Open House. The Sunflower Shack is open late for Leesburg First Friday with an open house, showcasing their many fun and old-fashioned candies. Stop in to shop their wide array of old fashioned candies, sodas, and other various nostalgic gifts. This month they are also hosting FREE Crafty Kids - which is a free craft workshop so your kids!
    Location: 36 S. King St.
  • 6:00-9:00 Open House. The Brick and Mortar Mercantile Store is hosting an open house with their curated collection of fun lifestyle gifts.
    Location: 34 S. King St.

• CHURCH STREET:

  • 5:00-7:00 Tasting Event. Simply Be Coffee is hosting a coffee and hot chocolate tasting event sponsored by realtor, Rachel Martin and The Platinum Group.
    Location: 208 Church St.