Frequently Asked Questions

How can I sign up to vend at First Fridays? 

Street vending is not permitted during our First Friday events (other than August) as the street is open to traffic and sidewalks cannot be blocked for accessibility/pedestrian right-of-way reasons. This may seem misleading since many vendors set up on Santa Fe regardless of citation warnings from the city and from the ADSF.

While you can obtain a peddler license through the City of Denver, please note that these require you to be a mobile vendor, and are not permits to set up a booth, table, or any other kind of stationary setup. Street Occupancy Permits may be acquired to set up a table or booth, but require that at least five feet of open and unobstructed sidewalk be maintained at all times. Please contact the city's department of Excise and Licensing for more information and to review full permit requirements. 

There are still opportunities to participate as a vendor or an artist through artist markets, artist pop-ups, featured exhibitions, and other ADSF signature events. The best way to stay in the know is to follow ADSF socials and ADSF members’ socials.

During what months do First Fridays take place? 

First Fridays take place all year round on the First Friday of every month, rain or shine!

Is Santa Fe Drive closed on First Fridays/Why isn't Santa Fe Drive closed every First Friday?

Santa Fe Drive is only closed during August First Friday. Closing down Santa Fe Drive requires city permits, emergency services, security patrol, additional staff, and more. As a small, mostly volunteer-run nonprofit, the costs of running a street closure more than once per year currently far exceed ADSF's budget. Keeping August as our largest First Friday ensures the best quality event.

Do you have studio space available?

The ADSF does not manage studio space in the district and artists seeking space should reach out to studios/co-ops directly. The ADSF Studio & Headquarters is for our ADSF Emerging Artist Residency Program only.

How can I submit events to be featured on your website?

You must be a member of the ADSF to submit an event and have it posted on our events calendar. Event promotion is one of our membership perks and can also include features on our social channels Check our membership tiers to see what perks best suits your needs!