First Friday map & schedule

Open until 9 PMAll ages

Downtown Market

50+ local artisans, from home décor to jewellery, plus locally grown flowers. “Onward”, original oil paintings by local artist Bill Walters, opens with a reception from 6 to 8 PM and runs through December.

Pin 1: 140 Christina St. N.

Open until 9 PMAll ages

Dream Spell exhibition opening

Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery

Dream Spell opens, from the gallery's permanent collection. Breathing Spaces, Homme and Memento continue.

Free admission.

Pin 2: 147 Lochiel St.

Until 8 PMShops open late

The Atrium Collective

New hyperlocal artists’ shop and event space, with First Friday pop-ups.

Pin 3: 148 Front St. N.

Until 8 PMShops open late

River Bank & Co.

15% off original artwork and prints.

Pin 4: 172 Front St. N.

Until 8 PMShops open late

Pete’s Collectables & Rarities

Pin 5: 149b Christina St. N.

Until 7 PMShops open late

UE Inc.

Holiday preview.

Pin 6: 132 Front St. N.

1 to 6 PMShops open late

Never Better Tattoo

Flash sale: $80 for one or $140 for two.

Pin 7: 234 Front St. N.

5 to 8 PMAll ages

The Miniature Memories of Jillian Holmes

The Painted Cat

Tour the custom dollhouses and miniature scenes of local artist Jillian Holmes. Tiny Art Cafe (bell jars, tiny books, polymer clay) and the Love Buzz pop-up cafe with mulled cider, coffee, tea and sweets.

Part of the collection's sales goes to the Alzheimer Society. Walk-ins welcome.

Pin 8: 137 Christina St. N.

5 to 8 PMNight out

Dinner jazz with Torrie Seager and Brenda Earle Stokes

Tang’s China House

Reservations recommended.

Pin 9: 165 Cromwell St.

5 to 8 PMNight out

Still A Mom fundraiser

Inner Calm Counselling

Shopping, self-care gifts and refreshments by Personal Touch Catering, for Still A Mom, a local group supporting mothers who have experienced pregnancy or infant loss.

Intention bracelet making with Journey Gems Canada, 6 to 7:30 PM, $30.

Pin 10: 155 Front St. N.

5 to 9 PMShops open late

Sarnia Vendors Market

In the Pocket

Makers, creators, vintage and collectibles.

Pin 11: 100 Christina St. N.

6 to 9 PMAll ages

Holiday Season Members’ Exhibition

Lawrence House Centre for the Arts

The whole house becomes a gift shop of one-of-a-kind, locally made art and crafts. Doug Hacking at the piano, 6:30 to 8:30 PM.

Pin 12: 127 Christina St. S.

6 to 9 PMAll ages

Midnight Ink

John Maynard

Original drawings.

Pin 13: 190 Christina St. N.

6 to 9 PMAll ages

Iron Eagle Gyms open house

Live music.

Pin 14: 140 Front St. S., Unit A

6 to 7 PM or 7:30 to 8:30 PMNight out

Body Talks Anger

With A Side of Fun

An adult and couple workshop using dramatic arts and movement.

$50. Register by phone or text at 289-214-3794.

Pin 15: 160 Christina St. S.

7 to 8:30 PMNight out

Amateur comedy open mic

In the Pocket

Hosted by Alex Weber of Cosmo Productions.

Pin 11: 100 Christina St. N.

7 to 10 PMNight out

Live music with Dixon

GRIND kitchen + bar

Doors around back. Free parking on the north ramp.

Pin 16: 265 Front St. N.

7:30 PMNight out

The Songs of Sheryl Crow and Stevie Nicks

Imperial Theatre

Presented by Jacob Moon and Classic Troubadours.

Pin 17: 168 Christina St. N.

7:30 to 11:30 PMNight out

Rumblefish

Sarnia Legion Branch 62

Live music and dancing.

All welcome, no cover.

Pin 18: 286 Front St. N.

7:30 to 10:30 PMNight out

Live music

Bad Dog Sarnia

Pin 19: 229 Christina St. N.

Doors 8 PMNight out

Rap show

AJ’s Bar & Music Hall

10+ artists with special guest Jonas Brown.

$10 cover.

Pin 20: 143 Christina St. N.

8:30 to 11:30 PMNight out

Travis Laur

Ups N’ Downs

Gritty rock.

Pin 21: 226 Front St. N.

9 to 11:30 PMNight out

DJ NicksBlend

Fork & Thistle

Late-night pies and fries menu until 11 PM.

Pin 22: 170 Christina St. N.