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Come visit the “Heart of Harford” on the First Friday* of the month for Harford County’s best block party! Enjoy local live music, food trucks, artisan vendors, a beer and wine garden, activities for kids, and more! And while you’re here, be sure to shop at one of our many boutiques, explore the Bel Air Public Art Walk, or take a walk on the Ma & Pa Trail. First Friday ends at 8 p.m., but the fun doesn’t stop there; keep the party going at one of our pubs, restaurants or breweries.

2026 First Fridays

May 1
June 5
July 10*
August 7
September 4
October 2

*Please note that due to Independence Day celebrations, July 2026’s “First” Friday (July 3) has been rescheduled to the following week – July 10, 2026.

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Plenty of parking is available throughout Downtown Bel Air at metered spaces and the Bel Air Parking Garage. All parking is free in Downtown Bel Air on weekends and after 5 pm on weekdays. Visitors may also use ParkMobile for shopping done before 5 pm.

Visit local retailers to take advantage of specials and discounts held at different stores, and eat at one of the many fabulous restaurants in Downtown Bel Air!

2026 Band Line Up

May 1: The Rescue Party
June 5: Candyman & The Baltimore Show
July 10: Pretty War
August 7: Bonfire
September 4: Pineapple Band
October 2: Remnant Sol

Thank you to our 2026 Benefitting Non Profit Groups!

May 1: The Fire Museum of Maryland
June 5: Harford Family House
July 10: Mt. Ararat Masonic Lodge
August 7: Penn State Alumni Upper Chesapeake Chapter
September 4: Brandon Tolson Foundation
October 2: Shifting Gears

2026 Food Truck Schedule

May 1: The Slice Is Right, Das Bierhalle, Deli-ish, Kona Ice, Cosmic Sips & Sweets
June 5: Don’s Dogs, Das Bierhalle, B’s Brick Oven Pizza, Kona Ice, Flavor Cupcakery
July 10: LoveCrustPizza, Don’s Dogs, Odells, Kona Ice, Sprinkle Cream
August 7: The Slice Is Right, Odells, Deli-ish, Kona Ice, Flavor Cupcakery
September 4: Don’s Dogs, LoveCrustPizza, Vagabond Sandwich Company, Kona Ice, Cosmic Sips & Sweets
October 2: The Slice Is Right, Das Bierhalle, Vagabond Sandwich Company, Kona Ice, Cosmic Sips & Sweets

2026 Kids Zone Schedule

May 1: Face Paint by Micki, Empire Dojo, Top Binz LLC, Celebree
June 5: Face Paint by Micki, Empire Dojo, Top Binz LLC, Celebree, Meraki Hair Co
July 10: Face Paint by Micki, Top Binz LLC, Celebree, Coppermine Bel Air Athletic Club, Bella Mae Hair Studio
August 7: Face Paint by Micki, Celebree, Coppermine Bel Air Athletic Club
September 4: Face Paint by Micki, Celebree, Coppermine Bel Air Athletic Club
October 2: Face Paint by Micki, Celebree, Coppermine Bel Air Athletic Club