Rutland’s favorite concert series returns this summer with free performances in downtown! Folks can enjoy activities, giveaways, shopping, visiting vendors, food trucks, and more. Friday Night Live 2024 features Captain Mike and The Shipwrecked on 7/26, Zach Nugent’s Dead Set on 8/16, and Foreigners Journey on 9/6.

About Friday Night Live

Friday Night Live is a free outdoor concert series that takes place on Center Street and Merchants Row with one performance each in July, August, and September. This fun and casual series draws the community together to enjoy music, outdoor dining, shopping, children’s activities and more starting at 5pm. Downtown Rutland transforms into a unique, amphitheater-like concert venue with great acoustics. Headliners take the stage at 8pm.

Hey Vendors, Apply with Us!

Looking for an opportunity to get your product or consumable in front of over 5,000+ community members a night? Join Friday Night Live in 2024! Fill out an application for a chance to participate.

Vendor applications are available online here.

Downtown merchants looking to participate are encouraged to email hali@downtownrutland.com

PARTICIPATING DOWNTOWN BUSINESSES FOOD VENDORS + DOWNTOWN PARKLETS LOCAL NON-PROFITS OUTSIDE VENDORS

PARTICIPATING DOWNTOWN BUSINESSES

Bougie On A Budget Thrift

Opening soon in Downtown Rutland! Bougie on a Budget dedicated to offering stylish & classy resale clothing, toys, & home goods at affordable prices. Their mission is to support the residents of Rutland, VT by providing high-quality items that won't break the bank.

Divine

Divine is a store for the senses. Where we value organic, sustainable clothing and eclectic house wear goods. A love for comfort and luxury, scents that stir and evoke, things that make you feel beautiful and allow you to delight in this human experience. As in "it's simply divine!"

DownValley Bikes

A Mountain bike shop that offers services, sale, and retail in Downtown Rutland, Vermont.

Grateful Vermonter

Grateful Vermonter is a women-owned and operated gift shop that makes and sells freeze-dried candy, fruits, and camping meals.

GreenSpell Plant Shop

GreenSpell Plant Shop is a houseplant store located in Downtown Rutland, Vermont. They carry cacti, tropical plants, supplies, and gifts. GreenSpell will be open from 5 to 8:30 pm on Friday night with great deals on shop apparel, all plants, stickers, and plant hats!

Kaleidoscope Art Supply

Kaleidoscope Art Supply will have a vendor space on Center Street and will be fully accessible for folks with mobility concerns from 430-8pm. There will be a variety of art supplies, writing materials, and ephemera for sale. We will also have interactive painting for the community to enjoy. Bring your creative energy and paint on the community canvas!

McNeil & Reedy

Third Generation Men’s Shop Since 1956. McNeil and Reedy is a third-generation family-owned men’s store located in Downtown Rutland, Vermont most well-known for providing quality clothing, shoes, accessories, and gifts with exceptional customer service.

Mountain Music

Independent, one-of-a-kind store, selling silver jewelry, vinyl records, vintage audio equipment & more! Come browse thousands of new and used vinyl records, turn-tables, posters, stickers, t-shirts, and other vintage goodies!

Phoenix Books Rutland

Proudly independent, Phoenix Books serves book lovers in Vermont with their location on Center Street.

Prouty’s Parlor for Ice Cream

Established in 2024, we are a mother-daughter owned and operated ice cream shop in Downtown Rutland.

Starlights Dance Academy

Starlights Dance Academy is a welcoming and inspiring dance studio in beautiful downtown Rutland, Vermont offering a variety of classes for all student levels from beginner through advanced. Our studio's mission is to foster creativity, friendship and fun through dance. Starlights will offer children’s activities, including face paint, hair tinsel, temporary tattoos, light refreshments.

Wild Kind Toys

Browse a selection of thoughtfully made toys that inspire creative play. We believe play is so much more than just about fun and entertainment – it's also how children communicate, process, learn, and connect. Play is a child's superpower! And the toys they have should let them unleash every bit of their powers.

Wonderfeet Kid's Museum

Will be open for 2.00 admission from 5:00-7:00, and on the street, we will be hosting Minute to Win It family challenges! For the Minute to Win It family challenges, Wonderfeet will post the pictures and scores of the top family on their socials!

Vermont Martial Arts Academy

Family orientated facility. Based on health, fitness and mental awareness through martial arts training. We strive to help our student strengthen both their life skills and self-confidence. We offer both adult and kid’s programs for all experience levels.

FOOD VENDORS + DOWNTOWN PARKLETS

Hand Carved by Ernie

Hand carved sandwiches made fresh to order any way you like. Soups, salads and baked goods too. Limited outdoor seating available but plenty of room indoors. We will be opening and serving during Friday Night Live, and of course, Giffords hard ice cream and cold drinks will be available!

Hop'n Moose

Located in the heart of downtown Rutland, Hop ‘N Moose is the perfect place to kick back, enjoy a tasty meal, and experience the best craft beer Vermont has to offer! Our menu is stacked with pub favorites such as wood-fired pizza, burgers, and wings using locally sourced ingredients.

Loose Loona

Enjoy different iced teas from our downtown tea house.

Taco Fresco

Bringing a little spice to Rutland, Vermont with handcrafted tacos, margaritas, & more!

Taso On Center

Taso On Center serves up a menu that is always changing and evolving, with options like traditional American, Mexican, and Asian cuisine.

Little Haveli

Little Haveli is an Indian takeout and dcne-in restaurant that serves authentic food made with fresh quality ingredients. We have been serving the community for over twelve years. With customers who have been coming back for more since the beginning. All our sauces are slowed cooked with fresh ingredients for hours.

Loffredo’s Italian Bakery

We’re a family bakery passionate about sharing our culture through our love of food. We use local ingredients as well as products of Italy in our baked goods.

Pelletier Maple Food Truck

We are a food truck specializing in fried dough, burgers, hot dogs, wraps and sandwiches.

Scoop 'n Chill Italian Ice

We will be selling Italian ice! Multiple flavors cherry, blue raspberry, cotton candy, grape, and watermelon!

Sunny Sips

Fair fresh lemonade!

Taco Truck All Stars

Vermont's Taco Truck All Stars serves up authentic Mexican tacos and more with vibrant street art flare! Our menu offers many gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, kid friendly and lots of meat options as well!

Townline Grill

Woman owned food truck serving up comfort food, specializing in smash burgers and much more!

LOCAL NON-PROFITS

Alzheimer's Association

The Alzheimer's Association, Vermont Chapter is here to help. We provide education and support to all those facing Alzheimer's and other dementias throughout our community, including those living with the disease, caregivers, care partners, health care professionals and families. We are also committed to advocating for the needs and rights of those facing Alzheimer's disease and advancing critical research toward methods of treatment, prevention and, ultimately, a cure. Enjoy face painting and/or memory games at their table!

Boys & Girls Club

We will be having a Teen Event in our Teen Center as well as an outside space for our activities. We will be providing arts & craft activities, keychain making, bracelet making, and face painting.

Dolly Parton Imagination Library

Through the Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, kids can get a free Imagination Library book monthly from birth through their fifth birthday! Books are carefully selected by the Imagination Library, then sent by mail to your home. The Rutland Free Library Imagination Library program is only available to children ages birth to 5 years in Rutland City, Rutland Town, Mendon, Ira and Tinmouth.

Project VISION

Project VISION is a diverse coalition of over 300 social and health service agencies and organizations, schools, colleges, business organizations, City of Rutland municipal administrators, local, county, state, and federal probation, parole and law enforcement agencies, faith-based groups, volunteers, and neighbors.

Rutland County Democrats

We represent Democrats in Rutland County. We will be distributing free stickers, cookie cutters, and other Democratic materials. We will also have campaign materials from local Democratic candidates running for the legislature.

Rutland County Republicans

The "Rutland County Republicans" include Vermonters from every town in our county working together to bring common sense to elected offices and to build a brighter future for our county and state. Our booth will include a wet sponge throw game, "meet-the-candidate" opportunities, bumper stickers, lollipops, campaign materials, "find your place in Rutland County" map, and more.

Rutland County Pride

The mission of Rutland County Pride is to enhance and sustain the well-being of the LGBTQIA2s+ and allied communities by providing programs and services that cultivate community; advocate for LGBTQIA2s+ interests; educate and empower and provide social support to Rutland county Vermonters. Visit their booth for informational material and RC Pride merchandise by donation!

Rutland Free Library

A public library serving Rutland City, Rutland Town, Mendon, Tinmouth & Ira VT with books, DVDs, periodicals, databases, computers, audio- & e-books & WiFi.

Rutland Garden Club

The Rutland Garden Club was founded in 1914 to provide a social framework for the sharing of information and ideas on gardening and floral design. Over the ensuing 100+ years the Club has contributed to the beautification of the Rutland area and has worked to stimulate the public’s interest in all phases of gardening. Open educational presentations, garden therapy sessions, involvement with the Boys and Girls Club, workshops, and the twenty-one gardens we lovingly maintain has created a strong presence in our community.

Rutland Young Professionals

Rutland Young Professionals is an all-volunteer, all-inclusive organization focused on creating a vibrant Rutland Region and promoting all of the opportunities available here to young professionals near and far. We were founded in July of 2013 by a group of energetic young professionals seeking a way to connect with other people, jobs, volunteer and mentorship opportunities, professional development, and fun.

Vermont Public

We are Vermont's unified source for NPR and PBS programming and local, award-winning news, education, events, music, arts, and entertainment. Join Vermont Public for a community picnic and listening session in Rutland on Friday, September 13, at 5 pm to 7 pm!

OUTSIDE VENDORS

Event Sponsor: VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region

For more than 70 years, Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice of the Southwest Region (VNAHSR) has served vulnerable populations such as at-risk children, the elderly, those with disabling and chronic illness, and people facing the end of life. Founded in Rutland, Vermont, VNAHSR is a non-profit, Medicare-certified home health and hospice agency delivering a wide-range of advanced medical care with compassion, dependability, and expertise to people of all ages.

Event Sponsor: The Pines at Rutland Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation

At The Pines at Rutland Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, we center health care on healing so the joys of daily living can be celebrated. Our center provides post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care services, including a myriad of medical and therapy services. We offer around-the-clock care for those living with chronic illnesses and disabilities. Each day, our skilled, compassionate team strives to help our guests become a better, brighter, and stronger version of themselves.

Event Sponsor: T-Mobile

Stop by T-Mobile Main & Woodstock in Rutland, VT today to get the latest deals on our phones and plans!

Catamount Radio

We are excited to share that Vinny Marino from our local radio station 98.1 JJR on Catamount Radio will broadcast LIVE from Downtown Rutland, Vermont from 3 pm to 7 pm at Friday Night Live: Foreigners Journey!

Alliance Community Fellowship

At Alliance Community Fellowship (ACF), we aim to build a vibrant community where Christ-followers actively connect with each other, serve our local area, and make God’s love accessible to everyone. Our goal is to provide clear opportunities for people to deepen their faith and make a real impact in their lives and the world around them. Free Bottled water and giveaways (candy bags, promotional items, literature) and children’s' arts and crafts activities.

Bounce Houses by Whirlies World

Established in 2011, Whirlie's World is Vermont's trusted source for bouncy castle rentals. They offer a wide variety of inflatables to bring joy to any event.

Bayada Home Health Care

Helping our clients thrive is our highest priority and greatest joy. Whatever your age, stage, or need is, BAYADA is there for you. We are experts at enabling people to live safely and comfortably at home for as long as possible. From our highly specialized nurses and caregivers to the thousands of committed employees supporting their work, BAYADA is fully equipped to accommodate the unique needs of every client.

Blue Skye Fringe

Contemporary Designs of hand-stitched beaded fringe earrings and jewelry made by Mina LaFarge.

Cherry Pickingss

Cherry Pickingss is a sustainable fashion brand that sells vintage, preloved, and upcycled garments for every size, shape, and styled person that loves our planet!

Cowherd Clay Co.

Cowherd Clay Co. is a woman owned small business that specializes in clay earrings, pins and other accessories. Our style is kitschy and fun! We make Vermont, cow and book themed items as well as macrame hanging plant earrings, just to name a few! Everything is handmade right in Rutland.

Center for Communication, Cognition and Swallowing

The Center for Communication, Cognition and Swallowing is committed to providing excellence in Speech-Language Pathology services. We offer an ADA compliant, private, comfortable and compassionate environment for therapeutic services, and are nationally certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. We believe in a multidisciplinary approach by including family, the medical team and public services.

Enchanted Strands Fairy Hair

Enchanted Strands is Vermont’s premier fairy hair company! Each sparkle strand is magically fused with your own strand of your own hair and will last until you naturally shed it.

Elevate Women's Expo

We are spreading the word about Elevate Women’s Expo, a brand new Vermont gathering tailored specifically to women. Here, we celebrate ALL women of ALL ages and stages of life. This event was created to bring women together from our communities across Vermont and our bordering states. It's an opportunity for women of every age to rally their friends and family for a delightful day of shopping and enlightenment. Come say hello and find out more OR visit us on November 2, 2024 at the Rutland Rec. Community Center 134 Community Dr., Rutland, VT

Emily's Art and Gifts

Emily's Art and Gifts is a Rutland based fine art and crafts vendor. Offering handcrafted earrings, original paintings and drawings, hand designed stickers and more, there are plenty of unique items to shop from.

Green Mountain Turtles

The Green Mountain are folks passionate about the TMNT franchise. Join us and get your photo with the turtles! Mikey, Raph, Leo and Donny will be there!

Handmade by Little Red

A variety of textile crafts and other artwork, such as stuffies, bags, spore print paintings and more

Mountain Treasures

AT Mountain Treasures, we sell toys collectibles in so much more under retail prices!

Roots and Thorns

Roots and Thorns is a vending business with a twist toward music memorabilia. Available for music festivals, flea markets, horror related events... jewelry, crafts, t shirts, used CDs, occult items and all things related to classic and hard rock with a lean toward punk and metal culture.

Simply Sparked

Custom fitted, clasp less jewelry welded together with a tiny arc.

The Red Spot Boutique

Handmade Tie Dye T Shirts, tapestries, sweatshirts and more.

Upstairs Alchemy

Upstairs Alchemy specializes in all natural skincare products made using locally sourced beef tallow and home-grown herbs. You will find, face and body lotions, soaps, salves, tinctures, candles and other home remedies. Check us out, you’ll be glad you did!

Vermonters for Vermont Initiative

We are a Statewide educational platform on public policy. At our table, we will have voter registration, learn about the U.S. Constitution, face painting, and information about President Trump.

Vista Senior Living

Vista Senior Living is pet-friendly community located in Killington, Vermont, offering Residential and Specialty/Memory Assisted Living Care.