Building Community Through Arts Engagement
We believe that everyone has the right to create, experience, and cultivate the arts in our communities.
What we do
Whether you're a community member, art enthusiast, environmental advocate, or simply enjoy live performances, there's something for everyone at BFF. Explore what we do below!
Benson First Fridays
First Fridays in the Benson Creative District have been a neighborhood tradition for over a decade, offering a consistent, year-round platform for artists, musicians, and creative businesses to share their work. What started as a monthly art walk has grown into a district-wide collaboration, with galleries, storefronts, bars, and community spaces hosting their own creative programming every month.
Creative
Placemaking & Neighborhood Infrastructure
BFF Omaha leads creative placemaking and neighborhood infrastructure work that supports the BCD as a clean, welcoming, and artist-driven neighborhood. Through the BFF Green Team, this work turns district goals into visible, community-driven action, including cleanups, public art, beautification projects, and small-scale infrastructure improvements.
Education & Youth Development
BFF Omaha offers artist-led classes and workshops year-round for youth, adults, and older adults. Programs emphasize hands-on learning, creative exploration, and community connection, with opportunities designed to meet people at different stages of life. All classes are free or pay-what-you-can, ensuring access regardless of experience level or financial situation.
Artist Support & Economic Opportunity
BFF Omaha supports artists through paid opportunities, accessible space, and real pathways to sell, show, and perform. This work focuses on reducing barriers, compensating artists for their labor, and creating multiple on-ramps for artists at different stages of their careers to engage with the Benson Creative District.
FEBRUARY FIRST FRIDAY IS FOR LOVERS ❤️
FEBRUARY FIRST FRIDAY IS FOR LOVERS ❤️
✨ BENSON FIRST FRIDAY: FEBRUARY 6TH ✨
🗓️ Friday, February 6 | 📍 Benson Creative District
Oh, it’s true — we’re in love. 💘
In love with you: the artists, musicians, makers, neighbors, and small businesses who make the Benson Creative District a one-of-a-kind treasure! 💖
Make February First Friday a love letter to Benson and enjoy an evening of art, music, and connection at Benson's many galleries, studios, and favorite neighborhood spots.
Looking to fall in love with arts and creativity this year? ❤️
🎯 2026 artist opportunities are now live → bffomaha.org/artists
Don’t delay! Some opportunities close at the end of January!
🎨 February First Friday poster by Hannah Hough @hanhoughillustration
🖼️ Posters sponsored by @blick_omaha
💛 Benson First Friday is made possible thanks to:
@mutualofomaha • @tedandwallys
🤝 Friend of BFF Business Members:
Access Period • ASL Interpreting Services • Blueline Coffee • Central Skate Shop • Dahlia House • FiberFirst • Gregg Grossman, Inc. • Heather Tedesco, Realtor • Jake’s Cigars • Maven Social • Metropolitan Community College • Ming Toy Gallery • Nebraska AIDS Project • Omaha Roller Derby • RAIL + STEAM • Removery • SET the Bar • Shaheen’s Afghan Cuisine • Shipment Vintage • Slowdown • Snowy Sundaes • Star Deli • StudioDaze Omaha • Taco Co. • The Garage by the Grey House • The Sydney • The Bay
📍 Plan your night & stay up to date → bffomaha.org/firstfriday
#BensonFirstFriday #FirstFriday #BFFOmaha #FebruaryFirstFriday #LoveTheDistrict #BensonCreativeDistrict
Support BFF
BFFOmaha is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and we rely on sponsorships, volunteers, members, and donations to support the arts! Check out the button below to learn more about how you can get involved!
Sponsor BFF
In order to keep our programming vibrant, happenin', and GROWING, we depend on our SUPPORTIVE PROGRAM PARTNERS!
Become a Member
Members enjoy swag, monthly perks & discounts at First Friday events, special invites to the Members-ONLY Ball, and the satisfaction of building community through arts engagement.
Donate
93% of the makeup of our organization identify as artists. We are present, persistent, motivated, and resourceful! A small donation to BFF has a BIG impact on the community.