May First Friday: Marietta Derby
May
3
5:00 PM17:00

May First Friday: Marietta Derby

Downtown First Friday events take place the first Friday of every month from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. January through December. Highlights of these events include shops open late, local artists and musicians, area organizations, and various happenings tied into the theme of the First Friday. Each First Friday is a celebration of our local community and an opportunity for locals, tourists, and area groups to show their support for our town, have fun, and enjoy the beauty of vibrant, historic downtown Marietta!

Plus, thanks to Artsbridge, United Way Alliance of the Mid-Ohio Valley, GoPacks and others, each First Friday features Kid Central on the lawn of the Armory with fun activities for kiddos to enjoy.

Theme description: This months theme is "Marietta Derby". Gather a group of friends and come downtown to enjoy shopping and dinner specials.

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May Cash Mob
May
21
5:30 PM17:30

May Cash Mob

Cash Mobs are the perfect way to shop local, have fun, and meet new people in our community all at the same time.

Each Cash Mob event focuses on supporting a local business in downtown Marietta. Once participants show up at the initial meeting location, clues will be provided to learn the surprise location of the evening's Cash Mob event!

No participant walks away empty-handed, whether it's a refreshment, discount, sticker, or goody bag giveaway.

All Cash Mob participants are asked to spend a minimum of $10 in each location.

*Initial meeting location will be Gateway Memorial Park on Butler Street, across from MOVE.*


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June First Friday: Art Walk
Jun
7
5:00 PM17:00

June First Friday: Art Walk

Downtown First Friday events take place the first Friday of every month from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. January through December. Highlights of these events include shops open late, local artists and musicians, area organizations, and various happenings tied into the theme of the First Friday. Each First Friday is a celebration of our local community and an opportunity for locals, tourists, and area groups to show their support for our town, have fun, and enjoy the beauty of vibrant, historic downtown Marietta!

Plus, thanks to Artsbridge, United Way Alliance of the Mid-Ohio Valley, GoPacks and others, each First Friday features Kid Central on the lawn of the Armory with fun activities for kiddos to enjoy.

Theme description: This months theme is "Art Walk". Gather a group of friends and come downtown to enjoy shopping and dinner specials.

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June Cash Mob
Jun
18
5:30 PM17:30

June Cash Mob

Cash Mobs are the perfect way to shop local, have fun, and meet new people in our community all at the same time.

Each Cash Mob event focuses on supporting a local business in downtown Marietta. Once participants show up at the initial meeting location, clues will be provided to learn the surprise location of the evening's Cash Mob event!

No participant walks away empty-handed, whether it's a refreshment, discount, sticker, or goody bag giveaway.

All Cash Mob participants are asked to spend a minimum of $10 in each location.

*Initial meeting location will be Gateway Memorial Park on Butler Street, across from MOVE.*


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SUMMER SHOP HOP
Jun
22
11:00 AM11:00

SUMMER SHOP HOP

Join us for our downtown Summer Shop Hop!

Shop and eat downtown for our Summer Shop Hop. Shops will have sales and specials while the restaurants will have Summer themed food and drink menus. Look for the balloons in front of participating shops. Each entry at those locations enters you in a drawing for the grand prize basket!

Stay tuned for the list of participating shops.

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July First Friday: Art Walk
Jul
5
5:00 PM17:00

July First Friday: Art Walk

Downtown First Friday events take place the first Friday of every month from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. January through December. Highlights of these events include shops open late, local artists and musicians, area organizations, and various happenings tied into the theme of the First Friday. Each First Friday is a celebration of our local community and an opportunity for locals, tourists, and area groups to show their support for our town, have fun, and enjoy the beauty of vibrant, historic downtown Marietta!

Plus, thanks to Artsbridge, United Way Alliance of the Mid-Ohio Valley, GoPacks and others, each First Friday features Kid Central on the lawn of the Armory with fun activities for kiddos to enjoy.

Theme description: This months theme is "Art Walk". Gather a group of friends and come downtown to enjoy shopping and dinner specials.

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July Cash Mob
Jul
16
5:30 PM17:30

July Cash Mob

Cash Mobs are the perfect way to shop local, have fun, and meet new people in our community all at the same time.

Each Cash Mob event focuses on supporting a local business in downtown Marietta. Once participants show up at the initial meeting location, clues will be provided to learn the surprise location of the evening's Cash Mob event!

No participant walks away empty-handed, whether it's a refreshment, discount, sticker, or goody bag giveaway.

All Cash Mob participants are asked to spend a minimum of $10 in each location.

*Initial meeting location will be Gateway Memorial Park on Butler Street, across from MOVE.*


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August Frist Friday: Art Walk
Aug
2
5:00 PM17:00

August Frist Friday: Art Walk

Downtown First Friday events take place the first Friday of every month from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. January through December. Highlights of these events include shops open late, local artists and musicians, area organizations, and various happenings tied into the theme of the First Friday. Each First Friday is a celebration of our local community and an opportunity for locals, tourists, and area groups to show their support for our town, have fun, and enjoy the beauty of vibrant, historic downtown Marietta!

Plus, thanks to Artsbridge, United Way Alliance of the Mid-Ohio Valley, GoPacks and others, each First Friday features Kid Central on the lawn of the Armory with fun activities for kiddos to enjoy.

Theme description: This months theme is "Art Walk". Gather a group of friends and come downtown to enjoy shopping and dinner specials.

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August Cash Mob
Aug
20
5:30 PM17:30

August Cash Mob

Cash Mobs are the perfect way to shop local, have fun, and meet new people in our community all at the same time.

Each Cash Mob event focuses on supporting a local business in downtown Marietta. Once participants show up at the initial meeting location, clues will be provided to learn the surprise location of the evening's Cash Mob event!

No participant walks away empty-handed, whether it's a refreshment, discount, sticker, or goody bag giveaway.

All Cash Mob participants are asked to spend a minimum of $10 in each location.

*Initial meeting location will be Gateway Memorial Park on Butler Street, across from MOVE.*

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September First Friday: Sternwheel
Sep
6
5:00 PM17:00

September First Friday: Sternwheel

Downtown First Friday events take place the first Friday of every month from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. January through December. Highlights of these events include shops open late, local artists and musicians, area organizations, and various happenings tied into the theme of the First Friday. Each First Friday is a celebration of our local community and an opportunity for locals, tourists, and area groups to show their support for our town, have fun, and enjoy the beauty of vibrant, historic downtown Marietta!

Plus, thanks to Artsbridge, United Way Alliance of the Mid-Ohio Valley, GoPacks and others, each First Friday features Kid Central on the lawn of the Armory with fun activities for kiddos to enjoy.

Theme description: This months theme is "Sternwheel". Gather a group of friends and come downtown to enjoy shopping and dinner specials.

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SEPTEMBER CASH MOB
Sep
17
5:30 PM17:30

SEPTEMBER CASH MOB

Cash Mobs are the perfect way to shop local, have fun, and meet new people in our community all at the same time.

Each Cash Mob event focuses on supporting a local business in downtown Marietta. Once participants show up at the initial meeting location, clues will be provided to learn the surprise location of the evening's Cash Mob event!

No participant walks away empty-handed, whether it's a refreshment, discount, sticker, or goody bag giveaway.

All Cash Mob participants are asked to spend a minimum of $10 in each location.

*Initial meeting location will be Gateway Memorial Park on Butler Street, across from MOVE.*

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FALL SHOP HOP
Sep
21
11:00 AM11:00

FALL SHOP HOP

Join us for our downtown Fall Shop Hop!

Shop and eat downtown for our Fall Shop Hop. Shops will have sales and specials while the restaurants will have Fall themed food and drink menus. Look for the balloons in front of participating shops. Each entry at those locations enters you in a drawing for the grand prize basket!

Stay tuned for the list of participating shops.

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October First Friday: Farm Fresh
Oct
4
5:00 PM17:00

October First Friday: Farm Fresh

Downtown First Friday events take place the first Friday of every month from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. January through December. Highlights of these events include shops open late, local artists and musicians, area organizations, and various happenings tied into the theme of the First Friday. Each First Friday is a celebration of our local community and an opportunity for locals, tourists, and area groups to show their support for our town, have fun, and enjoy the beauty of vibrant, historic downtown Marietta!

Plus, thanks to Artsbridge, United Way Alliance of the Mid-Ohio Valley, GoPacks and others, each First Friday features Kid Central on the lawn of the Armory with fun activities for kiddos to enjoy.

Theme description: This months theme is "Farm Fresh". Gather a group of friends and come downtown to enjoy shopping and dinner specials. Front Street will be closed to traffic and we are lining the street with farm tractors and equipment.

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OCTOBER CASH MOB
Oct
15
5:30 PM17:30

OCTOBER CASH MOB

Cash Mobs are the perfect way to shop local, have fun, and meet new people in our community all at the same time.

Each Cash Mob event focuses on supporting a local business in downtown Marietta. Once participants show up at the initial meeting location, clues will be provided to learn the surprise location of the evening's Cash Mob event!

No participant walks away empty-handed, whether it's a refreshment, discount, sticker, or goody bag giveaway.

All Cash Mob participants are asked to spend a minimum of $10 in each location.

*Initial meeting location will be Gateway Memorial Park on Butler Street, across from MOVE.*

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November First Friday: Thanks for Giving
Nov
1
5:00 PM17:00

November First Friday: Thanks for Giving

Downtown First Friday events take place the first Friday of every month from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. January through December. Highlights of these events include shops open late, local artists and musicians, area organizations, and various happenings tied into the theme of the First Friday. Each First Friday is a celebration of our local community and an opportunity for locals, tourists, and area groups to show their support for our town, have fun, and enjoy the beauty of vibrant, historic downtown Marietta!

Plus, thanks to Artsbridge, United Way Alliance of the Mid-Ohio Valley, GoPacks and others, each First Friday features Kid Central on the lawn of the Armory with fun activities for kiddos to enjoy.

Theme description: This months theme is "Thanks For Giving". Gather a group of friends and come downtown to enjoy shopping and dinner specials. Main Street will be hosting several nonprofits on the Armory lawn for this event.

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NOVEMBER CASH MOB
Nov
19
5:30 PM17:30

NOVEMBER CASH MOB

Cash Mobs are the perfect way to shop local, have fun, and meet new people in our community all at the same time.

Each Cash Mob event focuses on supporting a local business in downtown Marietta. Once participants show up at the initial meeting location, clues will be provided to learn the surprise location of the evening's Cash Mob event!

No participant walks away empty-handed, whether it's a refreshment, discount, sticker, or goody bag giveaway.

All Cash Mob participants are asked to spend a minimum of $10 in each location.

*Initial meeting location will be Gateway Memorial Park on Butler Street, across from MOVE.*

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DECEMBER CASH MOB
Dec
17
5:30 PM17:30

DECEMBER CASH MOB

Cash Mobs are the perfect way to shop local, have fun, and meet new people in our community all at the same time.

Each Cash Mob event focuses on supporting a local business in downtown Marietta. Once participants show up at the initial meeting location, clues will be provided to learn the surprise location of the evening's Cash Mob event!

No participant walks away empty-handed, whether it's a refreshment, discount, sticker, or goody bag giveaway.

All Cash Mob participants are asked to spend a minimum of $10 in each location.

*Initial meeting location will be Gateway Memorial Park on Butler Street, across from MOVE.*

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April Cash Mob
Apr
16
5:30 PM17:30

April Cash Mob

Cash Mobs are the perfect way to shop local, have fun, and meet new people in our community all at the same time.

Each Cash Mob event focuses on supporting a local business in downtown Marietta. Once participants show up at the initial meeting location, clues will be provided to learn the surprise location of the evening's Cash Mob event!

No participant walks away empty-handed, whether it's a refreshment, discount, sticker, or goody bag giveaway.

All Cash Mob participants are asked to spend a minimum of $10 in each location.

*Initial meeting location will be Gateway Memorial Park on Butler Street, across from MOVE.*


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April First Friday: Marietta's Birthday Party
Apr
5
5:00 PM17:00

April First Friday: Marietta's Birthday Party

Downtown First Friday events take place the first Friday of every month from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. January through December. Highlights of these events include shops open late, local artists and musicians, area organizations, and various happenings tied into the theme of the First Friday. Each First Friday is a celebration of our local community and an opportunity for locals, tourists, and area groups to show their support for our town, have fun, and enjoy the beauty of vibrant, historic downtown Marietta!

Plus, thanks to Artsbridge, United Way Alliance of the Mid-Ohio Valley, GoPacks and others, each First Friday features Kid Central on the lawn of the Armory with fun activities for kiddos to enjoy.

Theme description: This months theme is "Marietta’s Birthday Party". Gather a group of friends and come downtown to celebrate everything Marietta while enjoying shopping and dinner specials.

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Spring Shop Hop
Mar
23
11:00 AM11:00

Spring Shop Hop

Join us for our downtown Spring Shop Hop!

Shop and eat downtown for our Spring Shop Hop. Shops will have sales and specials while the restaurants will have Spring themed food and drink menus. Look for the balloons in front of participating shops. Each entry at those locations enters you in a drawing for the grand prize basket!

Stay tuned for the list of participating shops.

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March Cash Mob
Mar
19
5:30 PM17:30

March Cash Mob

Cash Mobs are the perfect way to shop local, have fun, and meet new people in our community all at the same time.

Each Cash Mob event focuses on supporting a local business in downtown Marietta. Once participants show up at the initial meeting location, clues will be provided to learn the surprise location of the evening's Cash Mob event!

No participant walks away empty-handed, whether it's a refreshment, discount, sticker, or goody bag giveaway.

All Cash Mob participants are asked to spend a minimum of $10 in each location.

*Initial meeting location will be Gateway Memorial Park on Butler Street, across from MOVE.*


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March First Friday: March Madness
Mar
1
5:00 PM17:00

March First Friday: March Madness

Downtown First Friday events take place the first Friday of every month from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. January through December. Highlights of these events include shops open late, local artists and musicians, area organizations, and various happenings tied into the theme of the First Friday. Each First Friday is a celebration of our local community and an opportunity for locals, tourists, and area groups to show their support for our town, have fun, and enjoy the beauty of vibrant, historic downtown Marietta!

Plus, thanks to Artsbridge, United Way Alliance of the Mid-Ohio Valley, GoPacks and others, each First Friday features Kid Central on the lawn of the Armory with fun activities for kiddos to enjoy.

Theme description: This months theme is "March Madness". Gather a group of friends and come downtown to enjoy shopping and dinner specials.

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February Cash Mob
Feb
20
5:30 PM17:30

February Cash Mob

Cash Mobs are the perfect way to shop local, have fun, and meet new people in our community all at the same time.

Each Cash Mob event focuses on supporting a local business in downtown Marietta. Once participants show up at the initial meeting location, clues will be provided to learn the surprise location of the evening's Cash Mob event!

No participant walks away empty-handed, whether it's a refreshment, discount, sticker, or goody bag giveaway.

All Cash Mob participants are asked to spend a minimum of $10 in each location.

*Initial meeting location will be Gateway Memorial Park on Butler Street, across from MOVE.*

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February First Friday: Downtown Date Night
Feb
2
5:00 PM17:00

February First Friday: Downtown Date Night

Downtown First Friday events take place the first Friday of every month from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. January through December. Highlights of these events include shops open late, local artists and musicians, area organizations, and various happenings tied into the theme of the First Friday. Each First Friday is a celebration of our local community and an opportunity for locals, tourists, and area groups to show their support for our town, have fun, and enjoy the beauty of vibrant, historic downtown Marietta!

Plus, thanks to Artsbridge, United Way Alliance of the Mid-Ohio Valley, GoPacks and others, each First Friday features Kid Central on the lawn of the Armory with fun activities for kiddos to enjoy.

Theme description: This months theme is "Downtown Date Night". Bring your significant other or gather a group of friends and come downtown to enjoy shopping and dinner specials.


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January Cash Mob
Jan
16
5:30 PM17:30

January Cash Mob

Cash Mobs are the perfect way to shop local, have fun, and meet new people in our community all at the same time.

Each Cash Mob event focuses on supporting a local business in downtown Marietta. Once participants show up at the initial meeting location, clues will be provided to learn the surprise location of the evening's Cash Mob event!

No participant walks away empty-handed, whether it's a refreshment, discount, sticker, or goody bag giveaway.

All Cash Mob participants are asked to spend a minimum of $10 in each location.

*Initial meeting location will be Gateway Memorial Park on Butler Street, across from MOVE.*

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The Glenwood Community Ice Festival
Jan
13
12:00 PM12:00

The Glenwood Community Ice Festival

quickly-growing Marietta favorite, the Marietta Ice Festival, brings thousands of locals and tourists downtown to adore 16 ice sculptures on display throughout the historic, commercial district. In addition to ice sculptures, highlights include a live ice sculpture carving, shops & restaurants open, and more.

Pre-set sculptures will be in place around town at noon with the live sculpture taking place on the Armory lawn at 1:30pm.

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Jan
5
5:00 PM17:00

January First Friday: New Year

Downtown First Friday events take place the first Friday of every month from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. January through December. Highlights of these events include shops open late, local artists and musicians, area organizations, and various happenings tied into the theme of the First Friday. Each First Friday is a celebration of our local community and an opportunity for locals, tourists, and area groups to show their support for our town, have fun, and enjoy the beauty of vibrant, historic downtown Marietta!

Plus, thanks to Artsbridge, United Way Alliance of the Mid-Ohio Valley, GoPacks and others, each First Friday features Kid Central on the lawn of the Armory with fun activities for kiddos to enjoy.

Theme description: This months theme is "New Year". January kicks off our First Fridays for 2024! Start the year off right by supporting our downtown shops and restaurants.

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We Lov Pets Marietta Ice Festival
Jan
15
12:00 PM12:00

We Lov Pets Marietta Ice Festival

A quickly-growing Marietta favorite, the Marietta Ice Festival, brings thousands of locals and tourists downtown to adore nearly 20 ice sculptures on display throughout the historic, commercial district. In addition to ice sculptures, highlights include a live ice sculpture carving, shops & restaurants open, and more.

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Santa House
Dec
18
3:00 PM15:00

Santa House

Santa Houses are pop-up, free experiences located in the Gazebo of East Muskingum Park that invites local families to visit with Santa Claus. Folks are invited to snap photos of their children, pets, friends, and family all free of charge. Visitors to the Santa House enjoy hot cocoa and cookies provided by area nonprofits, plus the beautiful views of our Holiday Tree Walk!

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Santa House
Dec
12
1:00 PM13:00

Santa House

Santa Houses are pop-up, free experiences located in the Gazebo of East Muskingum Park that invites local families to visit with Santa Claus. Folks are invited to snap photos of their children, pets, friends, and family all free of charge. Visitors to the Santa House enjoy hot cocoa and cookies provided by area nonprofits, plus the beautiful views of our Holiday Tree Walk!

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Holiday Loft Tours
Dec
11
6:00 PM18:00

Holiday Loft Tours

This one-day-only, self-guided, exclusive event allows participants to tour upper-floor businesses and residences in historic downtown Marietta. If you've ever been curious about what lies above our first-floor storefronts, this is the perfect opportunity to sneak a peek! This event is ticketed with only 250 tickets available.

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Santa House
Dec
4
3:00 PM15:00

Santa House

Santa Houses are pop-up, free experiences located in the Gazebo of East Muskingum Park that invites local families to visit with Santa Claus. Folks are invited to snap photos of their children, pets, friends, and family all free of charge. Visitors to the Santa House enjoy hot cocoa and cookies provided by area nonprofits, plus the beautiful views of our Holiday Tree Walk!

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Merry-etta Tour of Lights
Dec
1
to Dec 31

Merry-etta Tour of Lights

This year, the City of Marietta alongside the Marietta-Washington County CVB and Marietta Main Street are proud to introduce a Marietta Tour of Lights. The Tour of Lights will be an attraction for both locals and tourists that will guide visitors throughout our beautiful City to view holiday displays created by residents at their homes

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