First Fridays returns to Downtown Troy with ‘Crafts Corks Casks’
A scene from one of the First Fridays from 2025; this year, the next First Friday will be June 5 in Troy. (photo courtesy of the Troy-Maryville-St. Jacob-Marine Chamber)
By Tribune Staff • The Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber of Commerce invites the community to kick off summer at First Fridays: Crafts. Corks. Casks. on Friday, June 5 from 5 to 9 p.m. in Downtown Troy.
This popular community event will transform downtown into a vibrant destination filled with live music, local shopping, food, family-friendly activities, and a unique tasting experience featuring regional breweries, wineries, and distilleries.
Guests can stroll through downtown businesses, enjoy special promotions from local restaurants and bars, browse pop-up street vendors, and explore kid-friendly activity zones. Food trucks and entertainment will be located throughout the district, creating an evening designed for all ages.
The evening’s entertainment will feature Scott & Carrie Joy performing live from 6 to 9 p.m., with opening act Molly & Gene taking the stage at 5 p.m.
A highlight of the event is the Crafts. Corks. Casks. Tasting Event, an interactive sampling experience showcasing beverages from regional breweries, wineries and distilleries. Proceeds from the tasting event will benefit the Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber Scholarship Fund, helping provide educational opportunities for local students.
Tasting event tickets are:
- $20 in advance
- $25 the day of the event
Participants in the tasting event must be 21 years of age or older. No tasting tickets will be sold after 8 p.m.
Visitors are encouraged to explore all of Downtown Troy, including Main Street businesses, the Food Court area, The Market, local boutiques, neighborhood gathering spots, family entertainment venues, and community attractions.
“First Fridays continue to be one of the community’s favorite traditions,” said chamber representatives. “It brings together local businesses, residents and visitors for an evening of entertainment while supporting student scholarships and showcasing everything that makes Downtown Troy a great place to live, work and visit.”
The event is made possible through the support of numerous community sponsors and partners committed to enhancing the quality of life and economic vitality of the Troy area.
Event Details
What: First Fridays – Crafts. Corks. Casks.
When: Friday, June 5, 2026 | 5 – 9 p.m.
Where: Downtown Troy, Illinois
Admission: Free to attend; tasting tickets available for purchase
Tasting Event: $20 advance / $25 day of event (21+)
For more information, sponsorship opportunities, or advance tasting tickets, contact the Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber of Commerce at 618-667-8769 or visit www.troymaryvillecoc.com.
