The 17-year-old suspect, Isaac Manriquez, is in custody facing an open murder charge and two counts of attempted murder with a deadly weapon. He is being tried as an adult, bail was denied, and his next court appearance is scheduled for Nov. 17.

Karina Carancho, who owns PLUR City on Commerce Street, said she chose the Arts District because she wanted her store — which sells rave accessories including bracelets, masks and backpacks — to be part of the neighborhood. She said First Friday brings attention and customers to small businesses that might otherwise miss out on the event’s foot traffic.

“First Friday is all about supporting local businesses so, unfortunately, it is the local small businesses out here that are going to be affected the most,” Carancho said.

Jocelyn Poirier, owner of The Honeypot, a Main Street shop selling crystals and decor, said the cancellation will affect businesses across the district. Poirier and other owners have formed the Arts District Action Coalition, which plans to connect at-risk youth with local businesses for community service hours and mentorship.

The effort is intended to build relationships between young people and neighborhood businesses, Poirier said. She said she was once a troubled youth who needed a mentor and hopes the program can help young people feel connected to the community.

“We need to welcome them in. We need to show them better,” Poirier said. “If we make them feel like they are a part of our community then they will want to protect that community.”

Carancho, a mother of two teenagers, said she hopes future First Friday events can continue while the community works to respond to violence. She said exposure to art, local shops and community events matters for young people, and argued that canceling events should not be the only response.

Businesses are also trying to draw visitors with activities outside First Friday, including storefront pop-ups, wine walks and art walks, as they head into the holiday season.