First Friday Holiday Stroll
Visitors stroll through downtown Billings as participating retail shops, businesses, and activated community spaces stay open late with holiday cheer. Guests can enjoy special promotions, seasonal activities, and complimentary holiday beverages and snacks. The evening also incorporates the Holiday ArtWalk, showcasing works from local and regional artists across dozens of downtown galleries and venues.
What to Expect
Downtown stroll featuring seasonal specials, treats, and the Holiday ArtWalk.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Billings
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Downtown Billings Assoc.
Food & Drink
Participating businesses offer holiday beverages and snacks; selections may vary by location.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Downtown shoppers and art lovers
Vibe
Festive and artsy
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm.
- Parking: Downtown metered street parking is free in the evening on weekdays, and city-owned garages like Park 1, Park 3 and the Empire Garage are nearby.
- Accessibility: All MET Transit buses to downtown are wheelchair lift-equipped.
Tips & Advice
- Expect to walk between participating businesses and galleries; First Friday takes place across multiple downtown locations rather than one fixed footprint.
- Bring a warm outer layer for moving between downtown stops during the evening stroll.
- Use metered street parking if driving; downtown meters are free after 5 p.m. on weekdays.
- If you arrive before 5 p.m., use PayByPhone to pay at a meter and extend your time remotely.
- Make time for the Holiday Art Walk, which runs until 9 p.m., later than the stroll's listed 8 p.m. finish.
Special Events & Promotions
- This year is the 25th annual Downtown Billings Holiday Stroll.
- The Holiday ArtWalk runs the same night at nearly 40 galleries and downtown locations and keeps going after the stroll ends.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens during the Holiday Stroll?
Downtown shops, businesses and other spaces stay open late. They host holiday events and specials and hand out holiday drinks and snacks.
What is the Holiday ArtWalk?
It runs the same night and features local and regional artists. Their work is shown at nearly 40 galleries and downtown locations.
Is the stroll held in one spot?
No. First Friday has no set footprint. It happens at every participating location across downtown.
Where should I park?
Metered street parking downtown is free in the evening on weekdays. City garages are also nearby, including Park 1, Park 3, the First Avenue North garage and the Empire Garage.
How can my business take part?
Downtown Billings Association members with something planned downtown can submit it to the downtown calendar. The DBA then promotes it on social media and by email.
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