First Friday at NBMAA

Our signature social event features live music, art, food, spirits, and good friends. New Britain’s best Happy Hour, since 1995!

Cash bar available; access to Museum galleries is included with your ticket.

Event doors will open at 5:30 p.m.

Please note: The venue has capacity for several hundred with limited seating available and a full dance floor. The rest of the space is dedicated for standing room only. Please arrive early for a better chance of securing chairs.

First Friday is a 21+ event. For the safety of all patrons, the attendance of children at First Friday is prohibited.

Online Only: Members $8; non-Members $16

At the Door: Members $10; non-Members $20

Online sales close at 5 p.m. on the day of the event.

Tickets can be purchased by visiting New Britain Museum of American Art's website.