This week, Friendswood officially joined a global celebration of music as the community participated in its first-ever Make Music Week Friendswood, a new initiative organized by the Friends of Downtown Friendswood Association (FDFA).
Held June 15–21, Make Music Week Friendswood was inspired by Make Music Day, an international celebration that began in France in 1982 and now takes place in more than 1,000 cities across 120 countries. Communities around the world use music to bring people together through free performances, community gatherings, and public participation.
Rather than focusing on a single day, FDFA expanded the concept into a weeklong celebration that encourages musicians, businesses, community organizations, and residents to participate throughout Friendswood.
“This first year was about laying the foundation,” said Sara Peters, FDFA board member and organizer of Make Music Friendswood. “We wanted to introduce the concept to Friendswood, build partnerships, and create a foundation that can continue to grow in the years ahead.”
Several local events are taking place this week in support of Make Music Friendswood, including:
Open Mic Night presented by Best Lesson Ever with Brian Carrion at the Friendswood Scoop Shop on Wednesday from 6:30–9:00 p.m.
An Acoustic Pickers Circle at the Friendswood Library on Saturday from 1:00–2:30 p.m.
Singer-songwriter Mike Kiser performing at Pearland Coffee Roasters on Saturday, June 20, from 2:00–4:00 p.m.
In addition to these featured events, residents can find many other opportunities to experience live music throughout the week. A full calendar of events is available at FDFA.org/MakeMusic.
Planning for the inaugural event began earlier this year with the formation of a volunteer committee that worked to recruit host locations, engage local musicians, develop promotional materials, and explore future programming opportunities, including a community Buskers Walk in Stevenson Park.
FDFA hopes to continue growing Make Music Friendswood as an annual tradition that showcases local talent while creating opportunities for residents to gather and connect through music.
The organization also launched dedicated social media channels and an online participation portal to support future growth and make it easier for musicians and host locations to become involved.
“Music has a unique ability to create community,” Peters said. “We’re grateful to everyone who helped bring this first year to life, and we’re already looking forward to what Make Music Friendswood can become in 2027.”
For more information, view the event calendar at FDFA.org/MakeMusic or follow @MakeMusicFriendswood on Facebook and Instagram.
