SALISBURY, Maryland – Downtown Salisbury will come alive this Friday, October 17, for the monthly 3rd Friday celebration, with this month’s theme centered around “Weird Science.”
Join us for “Weird Science”, a theme that invites families and curious minds to explore hands-on experiments and creative science activities led by local “mad scientists” from Minds in Motion Children’s Museum, Delmarva Discovery Museum, Salisbury University, and The Night Watch Childcare. Guests can make slime, create oobleck, extract DNA, and more.
New this Fall: T.A.P.S. (To-go Alcohol in Public Spaces) allows adults 21+ to purchase a to-go beverage from participating restaurants or bars and enjoy it while strolling within designated downtown event areas, enhancing the 3rd Friday experience and supporting local businesses.
3rd Friday offers visitors an evening filled with community connection, family fun, and the unique charm of Salisbury’s small businesses.
Road Closures Begin Friday, October 17:
- Road Closures Begin at 1 P.M.
- Downtown Plaza (Main Street from W. Market Street to Division Street)
- Division Street from Rt. 50 to Circle Avenue
Parking is free in Downtown Salisbury on nights and weekends with free 2 hour on street parking — just plan ahead and avoid closed areas.
From 5 to 8 p.m., the Downtown Plaza and Unity Square will be filled with live entertainment, local vendors, and family-friendly activities. Adding to the excitement, Feet of Fire! Dance Academy will present a special spooky Halloween performance, and live music will fill the air with performances by Rachel Jayne & Friends at Unity Square and Josh Pryor on the Plaza.
“Weird Science” promises an evening full of learning, creativity, and community spirit — perfect for families, students, and anyone ready to celebrate the season downtown.
This month’s 3rd Friday is made possible in part by the support of WMDT, proud media sponsor of the 2025 season of 3rd Friday in Downtown Salisbury.
Come explore, experiment, and see what’s brewing at 3rd Friday: Weird Science!
For more information, visit 3rdFridaySBY.com and follow 3rd Friday on Facebook for the latest updates.
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About ABCD
The Arts, Business and Culture Department is responsible for fostering Salisbury’s thriving economic climate through supporting business, expanding economic opportunity, promoting artistic expression, hosting unique experiences, and maintaining regional attractions such as the Salisbury Zoo and Poplar Hill Mansion. By producing signature events, facilitating business incentives, and collaborating with stakeholders, this department strives to make Salisbury a place where arts, business, and culture intersect and flourish. https://salisbury.md/departments/arts-business-culture
About the City of Salisbury, Maryland
Founded in 1732, Salisbury is the county seat of Wicomico County, a place where John Smith touched land in 1608 during his exploration of the Chesapeake Bay, bringing him in contact with the Wighcocomoco or Wicomico, the Nause, the Kusk’arawack, and the Nantaquack or Nanticoke tribes who had lived in the region for several millennia. Situated on Maryland’s historic Eastern Shore at the crossroads of the Delmarva Peninsula, Salisbury is now one of the region’s largest cities, and serves as the capital of the Eastern Shore, a rural area defined by its agricultural and maritime traditions, landscapes, and industries.
The Chesapeake Bay is central to this distinctive identity. Though a relatively small city, Salisbury is the geographic and economic hub of one of the nation’s fastest-growing Metropolitan Statistical Areas. The City of Salisbury is working to build its reputation as an arts and culture destination and is aligning its downtown development and revitalization efforts with the arts. Salisbury believes hosting the Maryland Folk Festival is the perfect catalyst to further a cultural renaissance and urban renewal. https://salisbury.md/