Troutdale’s First Friday Art Walk & Summer Street Fair is fun for the whole family and showcases the West Columbia River Gorge’s vibrant art scene. The summer street fair expands the monthly First Friday event into Historic Columbia River Highway, with more than 60 vendors, sidewalk dining, local beers, live music at Mayors Square, a Kid Zone, and much more!
In 2024, the First Friday Art Walk street fairs will take place on June 7, July 5, August 2, and September 6. Each event runs from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
If you are interested in becoming a vendor at First Friday Art Walks this summer, you can learn more here.
Art enthusiasts can explore a vibrant array of creative expressions within Troutdale’s galleries. The galleries and their artists offer a variety of styles and perspectives adding to Troutdale's diverse art scene and welcoming anyone who loves seeing people's creativity in action.
ALSO Arts – 305 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy
Also Arts is a community arts program, studio, and gallery committed to the full inclusion of people with developmental and intellectual disabilities. They provide accessible art opportunities, training, expression, and production.
Columbia River Gallery – 303 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy (Lower Level)
Explore a selection of framed and unframed fine art, prints, and posters curated by award-winning framer Donna Erwin. The shop also features custom framing and a wide selection of one-of-a-kind frames and artisan mats.
Red Trillium Gallery – 373 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy
Red Trillium Gallery is a professional local art cooperative featuring varied art mediums at affordable prices. The gallery rotates featured artists monthly and often hosts live demonstrations.
Troutdale Art Center – 903 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy
Nestled across from Glenn Otto Park, Troutdale Arts Center is a great place to find a wide range of art from sculpture and photography, to paintings, ceramics and jewelry.
Downtown Troutdale is home to numerous shops, boutiques, and salons who are open for business during First Fridays! As you stroll down Historic Columbia River Highway during the event, be sure to stop in and check out everything they have to offer.
Artistree NW – 103 W. Historic Columbia River Hwy
If you are searching for the perfect local gift, Artistree NW is a must visit! This charming shop features handcrafted goods of all sorts from around the Pacific Northwest.
Celebrate Me Home – 319 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy
A Troutdale institution since 1997, Celebrate Me Home offers two stories of fine home furniture and decor, along with a third story dedicated to baby furniture and gifts.
Columbia Gorge Salon & Spa – 205 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy
Columbia River Salon & Spa offers a relaxed environment and a staff of talented stylists, extension specialists, estheticians, massage therapists, nail technicians, lash extension artists and makeup artists.
Lady Locks Salon and Spa – 167 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy
Lady Locks is a full service, woman-owned salon and spa in downtown Troutdale specializing in hair color, cutting, styling, skincare, waxing, eyelash extensions and makeup artistry.
My Quilting Loft – 253 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy
My Quilting Loft offers quality quilting supplies, handmade quilt crafts, and in-store events at their downtown location. They also have an online store where you can find special deals.
Rosebud Boutique Salon – 277 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy
Rosebud Boutique Salon features independent stylists that cut, color, install extensions and much more! This family business is Shoshone Bannock American Indian owned and operated.
Self Indulgence Antiques & Interiors – 345 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy
This mother-daughter run business offers unique products from around the globe and carefully curated antiques. Don't miss their boutique flower shop In Bloom, offering custom floral arrangements.
Troutdale Barber Chicks – 255 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy
Troutdale Barber Chicks is a classic barber shop right on Historic Columbia River Hwy that specializes in men's haircuts, razor shaves, hot towel, massage, and even a complimentary beverage.
Troutdale Barbershop – 146 Buxton Road
This long-standing, old school barbershop offers haircuts, straight razor shaves, and affordable prices. You'll find them just up the hill from Historic Columbia River Hwy on Buxton Road.
Troutdale Vision Clinic – 226 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy
Find a wide range of stylish glasses and contacts. Troutdale Vision Clinic also comprehensive eye examinations, management of medical eye care, and eyeglass repair by appointment.
Wild Hearts Market – 110 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy Suite 120
This purveyor of handmade slippers, accessories, and home decor products from female makers around the world is open only during First Fridays through September. They donate 10% of profits to empower girls! Get 15% off handmade wool slippers every First Friday.
During our First Friday events in the summer months, we close Historic Columbia River Highway for several blocks in downtown Troutdale to bring in dozens of local artists and artisans to line the street! Among the booths you'll find local handmade jewelry, custom woodworking designs, art prints and paintings, artisan food goods, needlework and quilting products, home and kitchen goods, clothing, candles, and so much more!
If you are interested in becoming a vendor at First Friday Art Walks this summer, you can learn more here.
During First Friday, many of our local restaurants and cafes extend their services to the sidewalk and streets so patrons can enjoy a snack, meal, or drink outdoors amongst the revelry. Downtown Troutdale features a wide variety of dining options for just about every palate.
Bandits Bar and Grill – 108 E Columbia River Hwy
A country-style, western bar that specializes in smoked meats, burgers, and daily specials. Enjoy a variety of draft beers and cocktails inside or on their outdoor patio. 21+ only.
Grateful Coffee & Flowers – 111 W. Historic Columbia River Hwy
It's a different kind of cafe experience at Grateful Coffee and Flowers. Sip your favorite coffee drink and enjoy a pastry while taking in their selection of plants and freshly cut flowers.
Lolo's Boss Pizza – 275 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy
A locally owned, family-run pub serving delicious artisan pizza using seasonal and locally-sourced ingredients. You can also find a rotating tap list featuring local craft beer and cider.
Ristorante Di Pompello – 177 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy
Features a full menu of Italian-style options with nightly specials. Dine outside on their front patio or head inside to get out of the sun.
Rivertrails Cafe – 319 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy
This popular local cafe is tucked inside Celebrate Me Home and offers both indoor and sidewalk seating. The menu features soups, sandwiches, salads, pastries, and all your favorite coffee drinks.
Siam Sushi Restaurant – 165 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy
Can't decide between Thai or Sushi? Have both! Siam Sushi's menu features classic Thai dishes and wonderfully fresh sushi. Enjoy outdoor seating or go inside to get out of the sun!
Troutdale Burrito Shop – 202 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy
The name says it all! This East County chainlet with sister restuarants in Gresham and Wood Village offers a wide variety of Mexican classics at fantastic prices. Everything from tacos and tortas to burritos and burgers.
Troutdale Station Food Carts – 151 SW 257th Dr.
Just across 257th Ave. from downtown Troutdale you'll find a wide variety of dining options with more than 20 food carts all under one roof! There is also an onsite bar with a large tap list, wine, and cocktails.
Ye Olde Pub – 202 W. Historic Columbia River Hwy
A traditional English-style pub with modern fare. Their menu features comfort food and you can enjoy your meal or a drink in a comfortable indoor setting or outside on their spacious back patio.
Each First Friday Art Walk features a live musical performance at Mayors Square from 5 – 8pm. You will also be able to find a variety of musicians playing in different parts of downtown throughout the event. The schedule for our main stage performers will be released soon!
June 7: TBA
July 5: TBA
August 2: TBA
September 6: TBA
First Friday is an event for the whole family and kids will love heading to the Kid Zone - right next to Mayors Square on Dora Ave. The Kid Zone is staffed by Troutdale Recreation staff as well as a variety of organizations. It's the perfect place for kids of all ages to enjoy a summer evening with chalk art, bubbles, and plenty of other fun options.
Other activities at the Kid Zone will be revealed soon!
Since Historic Columbia River Highway closes to vehicular traffic at 3:00 p.m. on the day of the event, parking will be a bit challenging in downtown Troutdale. A limited number of parking spots are available on the side streets as well as in the lots on Kibling Street, above Mayors Square, and behind the north side of Historic Columbia River Highway. You can also take advantage of multiple overflow parking lots with shuttle service at:
- Harvest Christian Church - 624 SW Halsey St.
- Troutdale Art Center - 903 E Historic Columbia River Hwy
Temporary accessible parking is available and marked with traffic cones in the lot between Dora and Harlow above the Discovery Blocks building. Enter through the Mayors Square parking lot off Buxton and a staff member will guide you to a space. You must have a disabled parking placard to park in those spaces.
Sasquatch Shuttle will provide regular FREE shuttle service to the Gateway to the Gorge Visitor Center on the east edge of downtown from the parking lots at Harvest Christian Church, the temporary lot off Kendall Avenue, the Columbia Gorge Outlets, the Troutdale Historical Soceity Barnyard Concert, Glenn Otto Park, and Troutdale Art Center. Shuttle service will begin at 5:00 p.m. and should arrive every 15-20 minutes. The shuttle will make its last run from the visitor center at 8:30 p.m.
Guests staying at the Holiday Inn Express or Comfort Inn will be also be able to request a ride by calling 503-491-4000.
