First Friday Market and Movie

Raleigh Parks’ Moore Square, in partnership with @Get2KnowRaleigh, welcomes back the First Friday Market & Movie Night series for the 2026 season.

This free monthly event brings the community together for local vendors, food trucks, live music, and a featured outdoor movie in the heart of downtown Raleigh.

Join us on the first Friday of each month from May through November, with the market and food trucks beginning at 5 p.m., live music at 5:30 p.m., and the movie starting around 7:15 p.m.

2026 First Friday Movie Lineup

• May 1 - The Incredibles (2004)
• June 5 - Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022)
• July 3 - Hamilton (2020)* "Celebrate America 250!"
  (movie will begin at 6 p.m.)
• Aug. 7 - Zootopia 2 (2025)
• Sept. 4 - Remember the Titans (2000)
• Oct. 2 - Ghostbusters (1984)
• Nov. 6 - Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009)* (movie will begin at 6:30 p.m.)

Details

Market & Food Trucks: 5 - 9 p.m.
Live Music: 5:30 p.m.
Movie: 7:15 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Presented in partnership with Get 2 Know Raleigh. Movie sponsored by the Downtown Raleigh Alliance.