Providence 

the Creative Capital

October Gallery Night is almost here — and there’s no better way to spend a crisp fall evening in Providence. 🍂✨ This Thursday, October 16, hop aboard a guided trolley or join a walking tour to explore 15+ exhibits across the city. 🚋 Tours depart from the Graduate Hotel between 5–6:30pm. Grab a friend and experience Providence’s art scene with @gallerynightprovidence.

Looking for a scary good time in PVD? 🎃 Here are a few frightfully fun happenings to add to your October BOO-cket List: 👻 Ongoing: @providenceghosttour 🎃 Through 11/2: Jack-o-lantern Spectacular @rwpzoo 🍂 10/17-18: Harvest Fest @track15ri 🎶 10/19: Mausoleum Hill Sessions @pvdnorthburialground 🛍️ 10/25: Halloween Extravaganza @wbnapvd at Dexter Park 👻 10/25: Halloween Marketplace @hausofcodec at Dexter Park 🕯️ 10/25: Wicked Walk @pvdparks 🍬 10/25: Annual Ghost Tour @pvdnorthburialground 🍭 10/26: Candy Crawl @farmfreshri 🏃 10/26: Providence Monster Dash 5K @runrhody 🌇 10/30: Halloween Starts at Sunset @waterfireprov   What are you looking forward to most?

Celebrate Indigenous People’s Day with PRONK! 🎨🥁 On October 13, @pronkfest brings activist brass bands, percussion ensembles, and performers to the Southside Cultural Center for a free, family-friendly festival of music, art, and justice. The celebration will continue into the evening at @as220 for the Pronk! Classique After Party from 5pm-Midnight. Learn more in our bio!

40 years of food, fun & family traditions! 🇮🇹 The Galbani Columbus Weekend Festival returns October 10–13 to historic @federalhillri. Highlights include: 🍝 La Cucina Galbani Cooking Stage with live demos 🛍️ 80+ food, art, & retail vendors 🎠 Family-friendly games & amusement rides 🎶 Three live entertainment stages bringing nonstop performances Plus, over 26 restaurants will offer expanded seating and special dishes just for the weekend! See more info in our bio.

Happy National Rhode Island Day! From historic streets and world-class dining to creative festivals and waterfront views, Providence is proud to be at the heart of the Ocean State. Here’s to celebrating all the small but mighty wonders that make Rhode Island one-of-a-kind—and all the big experiences waiting right here in the creative capital. #NationalRhodeIslandDay #ThinkPVD #ProvidenceRI

Let’s light up Providence together! ✨ Our Holiday Illumination Grant is back, giving businesses and organizations with storefronts in Providence the chance to receive funding for holiday lighting and illuminated displays. Want to help brighten Providence this holiday season? Apply in our bio by October 15 for consideration.

Providence goes PINK this weekend! 💖 On October 4–5, the Gloria Gemma Flames of Hope: A Celebration of Life™ lights up the city with hope, healing, and heart. This event is an opportunity come together to honor those impacted by breast cancer and ignite a movement of awareness and support. From glowing downtown landmarks to powerful community events, this weekend is all about strength, compassion, and celebration. Don’t miss it! See more info in our bio and follow @gloriagemmafoundation

Here’s your guide to all the can’t-miss events this October! ✨ 10/4 @waterfireprov Full Lighting 🛍️ 10/4-5 @littlecitythrifty 💗 10/4–5 @gloriagemmafoundation Flames of Hope 🎨 10/5-11 @pvdpreservation Festival of Modern Design 🍝 10/10-13 40th Annual Galbani Columbus Weekend Festival @federalhillri 🌿 10/13 Indigenous People’s Day with @pronkfest 🎶 10/19 Mausoleum Hill Sessions @pvdnorthburialground 🩰 10/24-25 @ballet.ri Off the Wall 🎃 10/25 @wbnapvd Halloween Extravaganza @ Dexter Park 🛍️ 10/25 @hausofcodec Halloween Marketplace @ Dexter Park 👻 10/25 Wicked Walk @pvdparks 🔥 10/25 @thesteelyard Fire Camp 🕯️ 10/25 Annual Ghost Tour @pvdnorthburialground 🍬 10/26 Candy Crawl @farmfreshri @candycrawl_ri 🏃 10/26 Providence Monster Dash 5K @runrhody 🌅 10/30 Starts at Sunset @waterfireprov What are you looking forward to!? See more event details in our bio.

This year, the @pvdpreservation’s Festival of Historic Houses takes a modern turn—expanding into a week-long Festival of Modern Design! ✨ From October 5–11, explore modernism in Providence (1950–1990) with a week of walks, lectures, panels, and behind-the-scenes tours. Highlights include: 🏛️ Pratt Street walking tour (Oct 5) 🍸 Mid Mod Cocktail Party (Oct 9) 🎤 Symposium on Architecture, Design & Culture (Oct 10) 🏡 Open House Tour (Oct 11) with access to 12 iconic homes See more info in our bio! 📷: Warren Jagger Photography

Get ready, thrifters! 🛍️🦩✨ @littlecitythrify is back Oct 4–5 at @waterfireartscenter for a two-day indoor shopping extravaganza. Explore 90+ curated booths packed with vintage and pre-loved clothing, books, records, art, furniture, home decor, and more. With 15,000+ sq ft of treasures to hunt through, it’s the perfect place to sip a complimentary cocktail or mocktail and find your next favorite find. Find tickets in our bio!

BOO, Providence! It's time for a SPOOKTACULAR GIVEAWAY! ✨🎃 We’re giving TWO lucky winners a Four-Pack of tickets to the legendary Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at @rwpzoo! 🍂🕯️ This year’s event brings back Trivia – 2nd Edition 🧩 Test your knowledge of pop culture, history, and legends as you stroll through thousands of glowing pumpkins lighting up the autumn night. HOW TO ENTER: 🧡Like this post 📲Follow @providencetourism 👻Tag your boo (or your whole spooky crew!) 🗓 Enter by 10/1 🏆 Winners announced via DM on 10/3 Don’t miss Providence’s most enchanting fall tradition—good luck, ghouls! 🛑DISCLAIMER: This is the official and only Providence Tourism Council Instagram account (@providencetourism), and winners will be contacted directly through this account. #SpookySeason #JackOLanternSpetacular #ThinkPVD

The PVD Downcity Holiday Market is BACK and we’re calling all makers, artists, food vendors, and creatives to be a part of the magic! ✨🎁 Presented in partnership with @indowncitypvd, this beloved outdoor market will take place at Grant’s Block Park & along Westminster St from Thursday, Dec 4 – Sunday, Dec 7. Each day will feature a curated mix of vendors, food, music, and festive fun — a chance to connect with holiday shoppers looking to support local and regional talent. 📌 Vendor Application Deadline: October 15th Don’t miss your chance to showcase your craft and be part of one of Providence’s most enchanting holiday season events. Apply now in our bio! #PVDHolidayMarket #InDowncity #SupportLocal #IlluminatePVD

There’s nothing like WaterFire nights in Providence. 🔥 This Saturday and next, experience a classic @waterfireprov full lighting. Vendors + programming: 5:30 pm Lighting till 12 am

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Providence! 🇵🇷🇲🇽🇨🇴 🇩🇴🇬🇹🇧🇴 From art and culture to food and community, the city is full of ways to honor and enjoy Latin American heritage all month long. Here are 5 ways to celebrate: 📚 Sept. 24 | Hispanic Heritage Celebration at @olneyvillelibrary 🎭 Sept. 27 | Museo de las Ancestras by @studio.loba_ & @pvdcommemorationlab 🎶 Sept. 30 | City of Providence Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration by @providenceact 🍴 Oct. 9 | Sabor Latino by @rilatinoarts with @maiz.ri ✨ All Month | Latin American Heritage Month Self-Guided Art Tour at @risdmuseum BONUS: October 16-26 | @teatro_ecas production: LA ZORRA Y LAS UVAS (The Fox and the Grapes) Which event are you most excited to check out? #HispanicHeritageMonth #ThinkPVD

Fall in Providence is here! 🍂🎃☕🍁🥧 📌 Save this post to start checking off your fall bucket list! #autumnequinox

Here’s what’s coming up in Providence! 🍂   ✨ 9/20 Taste of 02908 @the02908 🦪 9/20 Ocean State Oyster Festival 🎶 9/21 Under the Radar Music Fest 🗺️ 9/21 @downtownpvdparks Wayfinding Project Kickoff 🎥 9/25 Movies on the Block: Wizard of Oz @indowncitypvd 🎵 9/25 Concerts in the Park: New Inca Son @wbnapvd 🎨 9/25 RISD Museum at Night @risdmuseum 💃 9/26–10/5 In Each Other’s Arms __everettprovri 🎃 9/26–11/2 Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular @rwpzoo 🔥 9/27 WaterFire Full Lighting @waterfireprov 💗 10/4–5 Flames of Hope @gloriagemmafoundation 🔥 10/4 WaterFire Full Lighting @waterfireprov 🛍️ 10/4–5 @littlecitythrifty 🏛️ 10/5–11 Festival of Modern Design @pvdpreservation 🍝 10/10–13 Columbus Weekend Festival @federalhillri 🎺 10/13 @pronkfest 2025   Save this post to start planning your season!

Providence’s waterfront will come alive this Sunday at Under the Radar Music Festival! 🎶 Get ready for a day filled with amazing music from up-and-coming artists—discover your new favorite bands and enjoy a fun-filled atmosphere with fellow music lovers. 📍 Michael S. Van Leesten Memorial Bridge 🗓 Sunday, Sept. 21 | 1–7 PM 👉 More info at @undertheradarfest

The wait is almost over—@downtownpvdparks Wayfinding Project Kickoff is happening THIS Sunday, Sept 21! 🎉 Celebrate downtown with a day full of pop-up performances, dance workshops, kayak rides, art, food & more at Waterplace Park + 195 District Park. See full details at @downtownpvdparks

Fall in Providence is just getting started—and the creative energy is everywhere. 🖼️🍂 @designxri’s Design Week is in full swing, and this Thursday, Sept. 18, it continues with @gallerynightprovidence: a night of FREE art tours + gallery openings across the city. Explore 20+ exhibits with 6 guided tours (by trolley and on foot!). 📍Tours leave from the Graduate Hotel at 5:00, 5:30, 5:45, 6:00 + 6:15pm, and from WaterFire Arts Center at 6:30pm. Mark your calendar, tag a friend, and come experience Providence through art.

Get a taste of what makes 02908 so special! 🍴✨ The Taste of 02908 is a brand-new community event by @the02908, celebrating local food, culture, and small businesses! Expect tastings from neighborhood restaurants, dozens of vendors, interactive booths, and fun for the whole family! 📍 Davis Park 📅 Friday, September 20 | 12–4PM

Experience an incredible night with the @riphilharmonic on September 20th! 🎶✨ Conductor Ruth Reinhardt makes her inaugural appearance, joined by saxophone sensation Steven Banks for a program that blends Gershwin’s vibrant Cuban Overture, Billy Childs’ soulful Diaspora concerto, and the sweeping beauty of Brahms’ Symphony No. 4. See more info in our bio!

The 2nd Annual Jewish Culture Fest returns Sunday, September 14th! Get ready for a vibrant, family-friendly celebration featuring live performances by Nefesh Mountain, fan favorites Ezekiel's Wheels and the Rachel Linsky Dancers, plus Rock-a-Baby rocking the expanded KidZone! Plus, enjoy: 🍽️ Delicious eats from @mavensdelicatessen 🌭 Kosher bites from @zaydes_market + @navadbakers 🎨 Unique local arts & crafts 🎺 Hands-on Shofar Making Factory 🍻 Beer Garden by @monikerbrewery 🥃 Whiskey tasting with @jewsandboozegroup 🎉 Face painting, jumpy house, and other surprises See more event info in our bio!

Get ready for a special musical experience at @wbnapvd Concerts in The Park! 🎶 Mister G and Missus G bring their Latin Grammy-winning bilingual songs that have wowed crowds at festivals like Lollapalooza and Austin City Limits. Their interactive performances connect people through story and song, celebrating culture and community. 📅 Thursday, Sept 11 🕒 Farmers Market kicks off at 3 PM 🎸 Music starts at 5:30 PM 📍 Haus of Codec Art Marketplace & Moniker Beer Garden See you there!

Did somebody say block party?! @pvd.fest, Providence’s signature art and music festival, takes over downtown this Friday and Saturday. With two days of live music, artistic performances, food trucks, street markets, and block parties - PVDFest 2025 is the can’t-miss event of the summer. Put these PVDFest block parties at your favorite downtown bars and clubs on your list 👇 📍@theeddybar 📍@noirloungeri 📍@thegeorgeonwashington 📍@reddoor.pvd 📍@thedarkladtpvd 📍@eagleprovidence 📍@thesalonpvd 📍@thedistrictri + @xacotacori 📸: @matthewtwhuangphotography x @firstworksri

Too soon to talk holidays? Never. 🎄✨ The PVD Downcity Holiday Market is back this December, and vendor applications are officially OPEN! In partnership with @indowncitypvd, this four-day outdoor market is one of the season’s most festive highlights, bringing thousands to Grant’s Block and Westminster Street to shop small, sip something warm, and soak up the magic downtown. We’re looking for local makers, artists, and small businesses to be part of it! What to expect: 🛍️ Two cozy night markets 🎁 A full-day Saturday market ☀️ A lively Sunday daytime market Apply in our bio!

September in PVD is that sweet spot between summer’s grand finale and fall’s cozy debut. ☀️🍂 Think outdoor movies, seafood feasts, and a lively lineup of art, music, and cultural festivals all month long. 📅 9/4–10/5 @trinity_rep Cold War Choir Practice 🎬 9/5 First Friday Movie in @rogerwilliamspark — Pirates of the Caribbean 🎉 9/5–6 @pvd.fest 🦞 9/6 @riseafoodfestival 🇬🇹 9/7 Festival Guatemala @guatemalancenter 🎸 9/11 @wbnapvd Concerts in The Park — Mister G & Missus G 🎨 9/12–19 @designxri Design Week 🥯 9/14 2nd Annual Jewish Cultural Fest @jewishallianceri 🖼 9/18 @gallerynightprovidence 🍽 9/20 @the02908 Taste of 02908 🎼 9/20 @riphilharmonic — Ruth Reinhardt Inaugural! 💻 9/20 Cultural Connections at @pvdchildrensmuseum with @r_i_c_m 🌆 9/21 @downtownpvdparks Wayfinding Kickoff Event 🎤 9/21 @undertheradarfest Under the Radar Music Festival 🍿 9/25 @indowncitypvd Movies on the Block - Wizard of Oz 🎃 9/26 - 11/2 Jack-o-Lantern Spectacular @rwpzoo 🔥 9/27 @waterfireprov Full Lighting What are you looking forward to? 👇

Step into the drama of the 1980s at @trinity_rep! 📍🎟️ From September 4 – October 5, experience Cold War Choir Practice—a genre-defying world premiere by Ro Reddick, directed by Aileen Wen McGroddy. Set in a retro roller-skating rink, this electrifying new play blends family tension, Cold War intrigue, and original music into an unforgettable story about the lengths we go to for the ones we love.

Happy #NationalDogDay, PVD pups! 🐾 Celebrate your four-legged friend with some of Providence’s most dog-friendly spots: 📍@indiapointpark – Perfect for waterfront walks and puppy playdates. 📍@rogerwilliamspark – Miles of trails to sniff and explore. 📍@plantcitypvd – Dog-friendly patios for tasty vegan bites. 📍@guildpvd – A paw-some place to grab a local brew with your pup. Where does your pup like to hang out?

Movies on the Block is back this Thursday, August 28th, with a screening of Clue! 🎬🔍✨ Pro tip: Bring a blanket or beach chairs—bench seating is limited and first come, first served. Arrive early because space fills up fast! All movies start at dusk (check sunset times) and stay tuned to @indowncitypvd for updates. 🌆🍿

When life gives you lemons… head to The Lemonade Stand festival 🍋🎶⁠ Catch the magic of late summer at this nostalgic mini festival on August 30, 4–8pm at @195districtpark!⁠ ⁠ Expect live music from 20 incredible artists, interactive public art, and a curated arts marketplace — all designed to celebrate creativity, community, and that late-summer glow.

End-of-summer lineup in PVD ✨   🎨 8/21 – @gallerynightprovidence 🎤 8/27 – @pechakuchapvd It’s Worth the Wait 🎬 8/28 – @indowncity Movies on the Block: Clue 🎭 9/4–10/5 – @trinityrep Cold War Choir Practice 🏴‍☠️ 9/5 – First Friday Movie in the Park: Pirates of the Caribbean 🎉 9/5–6 – @pvd.fest 🦞 9/6–7 – @riseafoodfestival 🇬🇹 9/7 – Festival Guatemala 🎶 9/11 – @wbnapvd Concerts in the Park feat. Mister & Missus G 🖌️ 9/12-19 – @designxri Design Week ✡️ 9/14 – Jewish Cultural Fest 🎨 9/18 – @gallerynightprovidence   What are you looking forward to?

Brighten up your Monday night with @waterfireprov's Basin lighting! 🔥✨ Catch the Basin lighting tomorrow from sunset (7:41 PM) to 10:00 PM, with onshore programming and vendors starting at 7:00 PM. 📸: Tom Backman

Heads up, Providence! The next community grant deadline is September 1st! 🚨 Planning an event in Providence? Don’t miss your chance to apply for our community grant and bring your vision to life. Review the guidelines, timeline, and application details in our bio.

✨ The countdown is ON! ✨   @pvd.fest is taking over Downtown Providence September 5–6 with two epic days of music, art, food, and culture.   This citywide celebration - powered by @firstworksprov + the City of Providence @providenceact - brings world-class performances, interactive art, and flavors from around the globe. You don’t want to miss the creative energy lighting up every corner of downtown!

Join @rilatinoarts's for A Living History Tour of Broad Street—exploring its roots from the 1700s to its transformation in the 1960s, when Latino communities began shaping the Broad Street we know and love today. 📅 Tour Dates: Sat. Aug. 28 • 3–5 PM (Living History) Sat. Aug. 30 • 3-5 PM (Living History) Walk the streets, hear the stories, and experience the culture!

Celebrate Dominican culture this weekend! 🇩🇴 The Dominican Festival & Parade of RI kicks off Sunday, August 10 with a vibrant parade starting at Broad Street & Thurbers Ave at 10 a.m., marching through Broad Street into Roger Williams Park. The festival begins at 12 PM at the Temple to Music with live entertainment, food, and cultural festivities.

Pops in the Park is this Wednesday with Don’t Touch That Dial: TV Classics at 7:30 pm! 🎶 Join @riphilharmonic for a free night of music under the stars—no tickets required! Conductor Troy Quinn will take you on a nostalgic journey through iconic TV theme songs. Pack a blanket, bring your crew, and grab dinner from the on-site food trucks while soaking in an unforgettable summer evening. Presented by @rifoundation with support from @providentourism, @providenceact, @rwpconservancy, and @pvdparks.

Foo Fest is BACK! 🎉🎶🎨🍔✨🕺🌈 @as220providence’s legendary summer block party returns on Saturday, August 9th – bigger and bolder than ever! From 1 PM to midnight, Empire Street in downtown Providence will come alive with 11 hours of music, dance, art, interactive installations, hands-on activities, local food & drinks, and so much more. This year’s Foo Fest marks AS220’s 40th anniversary, celebrating four decades of unjuried, uncensored, and all-ages access to the arts. Click through for some amazing images from Foo Fest throughout the years. Which one were you at? ➡️ 2018 (James Lastowski), 2014 (Scott Lapham), 2013 (Sampson Jacobs), 2012 (John Jacobsen), 2010 (Frank Mullin), 2007, 2005

Who’s craving the ultimate summer weekend? 🌞🍝 The @federalhillri Summer Festival returns August 9–11 with three days of irresistible Italian and international flavors, one-of-a-kind artisan finds, and nonstop live music on TWO stages. Learn more in our bio!

August is heating up in Providence with a month full of can’t-miss events! ☀️ 🎶 8/2 – African Summer Bash with @oasisinternationalri 🎬 8/5-10 – @flickers.riiff Flickers RI International Film Festival Opening Night 🎻 8/6 – Pops in the Park with @riphilharmonic 🎵 8/7 – @wbnapvd Concerts in the Park: Nickel 🎹 8/9 – @as220providence's Foo Fest 🍝 8/9 - 11 – @federalhillri's Summer Festival 🎥 8/9 – @pvdchildrensmuseum Cultural Connections with @pvdfilmfestival 🔥 8/9 – @waterfireprov's Full Lighting + Clear Currents Community Paddling 🇩🇴 8/10 – Dominican Festival & Parade of RI 🥁 8/12 - @theprovidencedrumtroupe Sunset Celebration (Tuesdays) 🌮 8/15 - @pvd_foodtruckevents Food Truck Fridays 🎸 8/15 - @motifmagri Summer Battle of the Bands @track15ri 🔥 8/18 – @waterfireprov Basin Lighting 🖼️ 8/21 – @gallerynightprovidence 🗺️ 8/23, 28 – A Living History Tour of Broad Street with @rilatinoarts 🩰 8/24 - @choreographyproject New Beginnings 💡 8/27 – @pechakuchapvd: BRB 🎬 8/28 – @indowncitypvd's Movies on the Block: Clue Which ones are you adding to your summer calendar?

GIVEAWAY CLOSED!🔥🐟✨ Light up your night next Saturday, August 9, with an unforgettable experience at @waterfireprov’s Full Lighting & Clear Currents Community Paddling Night, courtesy of the Providence Tourism Council! We’re giving TWO lucky winners the chance to be official 🔥TORCH BEARERS🔥 at the full lighting! To enter: 🔥 Like & Comment below with why you love WaterFire 🔥 Tag a friend you'd bring with you! 🔥 Make sure you're following @providencetourism and @waterfireprov Winners will be announced August 4—don’t miss your chance to be part of the fire! #WaterFireProvidence #illuminatePVD

The 32nd Annual African Summer Bash returns this Saturday at 1 p.m., bringing a vibrant celebration of culture, community, and connection! 🎶🥁✨ Enjoy performances by DJ aSap, cultural dance groups, traditional African drumming by Sidy Maiga, and so much more. Kids will love the Amazing Kids Zone with games, face painting, and surprises. Plus, taste authentic African dishes like Jollof Rice and explore local vendors. This free event by @oasisinternationalri is open to all at Dexter Training Field—bring a blanket, bring friends, and celebrate Providence’s vibrant African communities!

The countdown is on! 🎬 Flickers’ Rhode Island International Film Festival returns August 5–10! Join @flickers.riiff for an unforgettable Opening Night at @provpacri as they launch the 43rd Edition with a dazzling lineup of short films from around the world. With over 7,000 submissions each year, RIIFF is where new voices in film are discovered and celebrated. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the story. 🎟️ Tickets are on sale now!

Save the date for Pops in the Park ‘Don’t Touch that Dial: TV Classics’ on August 6th at 7:30 p.m. at the Roger Williams Park - Temple to Music 🎶   Join @riphilharmonic for a magical evening of music under the stars—no tickets needed!   This year’s show, conducted by Troy Quinn, is all about TV’s greatest theme songs - from The Simpsons to Star Trek, game shows, sports anthems, and the grand finale: Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture!   Bring a blanket, your favorite people, take advantage of food trucks on site, and get ready to be transported through TV history.     This event is presented by the @rifoundation with additional support from @providencetourism, @providenceact, @rogerwilliamspark, and @pvdparks.   📽️: @filmmakerdave

Hold the front page—Providence is making headlines! 🗞️ From national spotlights to buzzworthy roundups, the Creative Capital is showing off this summer as a hot arts, culinary and cultural destination. Swipe through to see why PVD is the place everyone’s talking about. 👉

Have you experienced Al Fresco on the Hill yet? 🇮🇹✨ Every Saturday evening, till September 6, @federalhillri transforms into a vibrant open-air celebration of food, music, and culture. Dine outdoors, sip and stroll with a drink in hand, catch live performances, and shop local, all set against the charming backdrop of Providence’s beloved “Little Italy.”

Mark your calendars for these can’t-miss events in PVD! 🗓️ Note: Edit from reel, African Summer Bash is 8/2   🖼️ 7/17 – @gallerynightprovidence 🎶 7/17 – Starts at Sunset @waterfireprov 💽 7/17 - Disco Dance Party @risdmuseum 🎉7/20 – @downtownpvdpark’s Wayfinding Project: Kickoff Event 🇵🇷 7/20 – Puerto Rican Bay Fest 🎥 7/24 – @indowncitypvd Movies on the Block: Mermaids 🌍 7/25 – @firstworksri’s Summer Beats: Khumariyaan 💬 7/30 – @pechkacuchapvd: Making Waves 🎥 8/1 – @rogerwilliamspark Movies in the Park: The Pirates, Band of Misfits 🎬 8/5-10 – RI International Film Festival @flickers.riiff 🎺 8/6 – Pops in the Park @riphilharmonic 🎸 8/7 – @wbnapvd Concerts in the Park: Nickel Jukebox 🌞 8/9-11 – @federalhillri’s Summer Festival 🎨 8/9 – @as220’s Foo Fest 🌍 8/2– African Summer Bash @oasisinternationalri 🔥 8/9 – @waterfireprov’s Full Lighting + Clear Currents 🇩🇴 8/10 – Dominican Festival & Parade

Save the date for Rhode Island’s biggest celebration of Puerto Rican culture! 🇵🇷✨ Puerto Rican Bay Fest is coming up on July 20 with live music, authentic food and fun for the whole family! Don’t miss it!

Starts at Sunset by @waterfireprov returns to the Pedestrian Bridge on July 17! 🌇 Braziers will be lit along the bridge from 8-10 p.m. and programming along the bridge begins at 7 p.m. Soak in some prime golden hour views over the river.

It's that time of year... Providence Restaurant Weeks presented by @goprovidence is back, July 6–19! 🍽️ For two delicious weeks, enjoy special deals, prix fixe menus, and more at your favorite local spots. Whether you’re craving lunch, dinner, breakfast, or a signature cocktail, there’s something for everyone.

@gallerynightprovidence is back this July 17 with a can't-miss lineup! 🖼️ Don’t miss the opening of Liz Collins' exhibit at @risdmuseum, the group show Building the Networks at @waterfirearts, and powerful solo exhibits at Galerie le Domaine and Chapel Gallery at 134 Collaborative.⁠ FREE art tours depart from: 📍@graduateprovidence – 5:00 + 6:15 pm (trolley/mini coach) & 5:30 pm (walking) 📍Roger Williams Gateway Center – 6:00 pm (pilot tour!) 📍WaterFire Arts Center – 6:30 pm only Save the date, bring a friend, and explore Providence’s art scene!

Get ready for bold, brilliant, and boundary-pushing performances at @fringepvd! 🎤🎨 On July 13, @thewilburygroup kicks off the Providence Fringe Festival—where emerging and established artists come together to present fun, fearless, and affordable theater for all. This one-of-a-kind festival celebrates creativity in all forms and invites YOU to explore unexpected performances and support Providence’s vibrant arts community. 📷: Erin X Smithers @erinxsmithersmedia

July is coming in HOT with TWO can’t-miss FirstWorks Summer Beats concerts! 🔥 July 11 | 6–7:30 PM William Cepeda & Elio Villafranca Sextet: Merging Roots 🌍 A powerful fusion of African roots from Cuba, Puerto Rico, and New Orleans. July 25 | 6–7:30 PM Khumariyaan 🎤 Hypnotic hyper-folk jams with deep Pushtoon roots — part of Center Stage’s global tour. 📍 Roger Williams Park — Dalrymple Boathouse Lawn. Don’t miss these free concerts as part of @firstworksri’s Summer Beats series!

Cue the fireworks…it’s America’s birthday! 🇺🇸✨ Cheers to life, liberty, and long weekends. Happy Independence Day from #PVD! 🎥: @captured.by.marc

Just named in @forbes as a must-visit for art lovers, Providence, is living up to its title as The Creative Capital. 🎨✨ Home to: ~ Rhode Island School of Design (@risd1877) ~ @risdmuseum ~ @as220providence ~ @pvdartclub ~@trinity_rep ~@avenuepvd ...and so much more! From world-class exhibitions to street murals and indie art shows, Providence invites you to explore, create, and be inspired. Who’s ready to plan their artsy escape?

Explore, celebrate, and soak up summer in the #CreativeCapital! ☀️ 🇺🇸 July 2 – Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks 🔥 July 4 – @waterfireprov 4th of July 🌊 July 6 – Cape Verdean Independence Day 🍽️ July 6–19 – @goprovidence Restaurant Weeks 🎭 July 10 – @wbnapvd Concerts in the Park: Teatro en el Verano 🍿 July 10 – @rogerwilliamspark Movies in the Park: The Princess Bride 🎶 July 11 – @firstworksri Summer Beats: William Cepeda & Elio Villafranca Sextet 🎭 July 13–26 – @fringepvd Festival 🖼️ July 17 – @gallerynightprovidence 🌅 July 17 – Starts at Sunset @waterfireprov 🍔 July 18 – Food Truck Fridays at @rwpzoo with @pvd_foodtruckevents 🎉 July 20 – Puerto Rican Bay Fest 🎥 July 24 – Movies on the Block: Mermaids by @indowncitypvd 🎸 July 25 – @firstworksri Summer Beats: Khumariyaan 🌊 July 30 – @pechakuchapvd: Making Waves 🎞️ July 31 – Short Films for Short People (kids!) with @pvdfilmfestival 📲 Find more summer events in our bio!

Kick off your 4th of July week with a bang in PVD! 🎇 On Wednesday, July 2 head to India Point Park for the City’s annual Independence Day Celebration—an evening of family fun, food trucks, @narragansettbeer, and live music from Big Lux and The Hype starting at 6PM. Fireworks light up the sky at 9PM! 🎟️ Free & open to the public 📍Rain date: July 3, 2025 🎥: @captured.by.marc

Summer is served — al fresco style! ☀️ From breezy rooftops to riverside gems, Providence has plenty of patios perfect for soaking up the season. Here are some to check out: 🌊 @cafenuovo – Upscale dining, gondola views, and front-row seats to the river. 🍝 @federalhillri – Atwells Ave goes pedestrian-only every Saturday for Al Fresco on the Hill: live music, twinkling lights, and Italian bites. 🍹 @hotclubprovidence – Laid-back, waterfront, and legendary for a reason. 🌺 @marerooftop – Mediterranean flavors meet skyline views. 🦞 @dunebrothersseafoodshack - Classic New England seafood with a beachside feel right in the heart of the City. Drop your go-to spot in the comments!

PVD is celebrating Independence Day all week long — and you’re invited! 🇺🇸 🎆 🗓️ July 2: Head to India Point Park for the City’s annual Independence Day Celebration with @providenceact! Enjoy live music by Big Lux & The Hype, @narragansettbeer on tap, food trucks, family fun, and fireworks at 9 PM. 🎇 🗓️ July 3: Don’t miss Chris Monti live at @195districtpark with @pvdworldmusic! Enjoy global grooves and family activities at the Guild Beer Garden. 🎵🍻 🗓️ July 4: Spend the day at Roger Williams Park for Food Truck Friday with @pvd_foodtruckevents. Ride a swan boat 🦢, take a spin on the carousel 🎠, and then cap off the night with a special Independence Day edition of @waterfireprov’s full lighting + Small Business Market from 8:30 PM to midnight. 🔥 🗓️ July 5: Beat the heat and get out on the water with a @provriverboat tour, @lagondolaprov ride or paddle under your own steam with @providencekayak. Looking to go further afield? Check out the @seastreak ferry schedule out of Providence. 🌊 🗓️ July 6: Celebrate at the 50th Cape Verdean Independence Day Festival at India Point Park — a day of music, food, and fun for the whole family! 🎶🇨🇻 Don’t miss all the fun!

Experience the power of live music and dance at Sound in Form presented by @revolve.dance, celebrating its fourth season with an unforgettable lineup of world premiere collaborations. 🗓 Sunday, June 29 🕑 2:00PM & 6:00PM 📍The Strand Ballroom & Theater See more details in our bio!

This is Pride in Providence, RI. A huge thank you to all the volunteers, @ri_pride, performers, supporters, officials, event producers and community that make this weekend so amazing. Special thanks to @captured.by.marc for helping produce this reel. #illuminatePVD #RIPride #PVDPride #ProvidencePride #CreativeCapital

Summer in the city never looked so good 🌞🧺🖼️⁠ Save this post to check off the list! #FirstDayofSummer

Happy Juneteenth, Providence! ❤️💛💚 Join @juneteenthri on June 22 for the 7th Annual Juneteenth Festival — a powerful celebration of freedom, unity, and culture. Experience live music, local food, and community as we honor the journey to freedom and the spirit of Juneteenth.

PSA: The ultimate summer culture guide just dropped. 🗓️🌞👇   🎉 6/19: @tasteofjuneteenth 🔥 6/19: @waterfireprov’s Juneteenth & Pride lighting 🌆 6/19: @gallerynightprovidence 🏳️‍🌈 6/21: @ri_pride PrideFest 🖤 6/22: @juneteenthri festival 🎤 6/25: @pechakuchapvd: Heat of the Moment 🎬 6/26: ‘Waiting for Guffman’ at Movies on the Block @indowncitypvd 🎶 6/26: @firstworksri Summer Beats: Las Guaracheras 🩰 6/29: @revolve.dance project 🎇7/2: Independence Day Fireworks 🇺🇸 7/4:@waterfireprov 4th of July 🇨🇻 7/6: Cape Verdean Independence Day Festival 🎷 7/11: @firstworksri Summer Beats: William Cepeda & Elio Villafranca 🎭 7/13–26: @fringepvd festival by @thewilburygroup What are you looking forward to?

BBQ, whiskey, and a whole lotta Pride! 🍖🥃🌈 Headed to the Pride parade & events this weekend? Strut yourself just a few steps over to @durksbbq, your official refueling station for Pride weekend. Durks is right off the parade route and ready to serve up smoky goodness all weekend long. Fuel your festivities with bold flavors and sip your way through one of the largest whiskey selections in PVD.

Providence is getting ready for Pride weekend and looking beautiful 🤩 🌈✨! We had fun dropping off free Pride flags to local businesses as part of our #IlluminatePVD initiative.

Ready to heat up your summer nights, Providence? 🔥 @firstworksri is bringing the rhythm with Summer Beats, and it all kicks off with Las Guaracheras, the all-female Latin powerhouse from Cali, Colombia! Expect irresistible Afro-Caribbean beats, fiery salsa, and bold anthems that celebrate women’s strength and creativity. 📅 June 26 at 6 PM 📍Roger Williams Park Bandstand 🎟️FREE! See our bio to reserve your spot

Ever been to a PechaKucha Night? 🔥 Now’s your chance! @pechakuchapvd is at Buttonwoods Brewery on June 25 with a night of rapid-fire storytelling themed “Heat of the Moment.” Bring your curiosity and settle in for an evening of quick hits and bold ideas. Reserve your free spot—link in bio!

If you love food, culture, and good vibes, this one’s for you! 🔥 The Second Annual @tasteofjuneteenth is happening June 19, noon to 6PM at @farmfreshri. Celebrate Freedom Day with bold flavors and soulful bites, featuring African American cuisine and dishes from across the African diaspora. See more details in our bio! 📷: Justin Case Media

Join us and @ri_pride for a festive Pride Kick-off Party on Friday, June 20th at 6:00 PM, right on the PrideFest grounds at @195districtpark. ✨ We’re kicking off the pride weekend with community 🍸 craft cocktails 🍽️ elevated bites 🎤 live entertainment and a show-stopping live performance by ADA VOX! This is the celebration before the celebration. Let’s toast to YOU and all the joy, love, and fierce community that Pride brings to Providence. RSVP in our bio by June 15th! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

Mark your calendar for June @gallerynightprovidence on Thursday, June 19! ✨ Enjoy free admission to some of Providence’s most dynamic galleries, museums, and creative spaces. Whether you prefer to explore on your own or join a guided tour, it’s a perfect evening to experience the city’s vibrant art scene.⁣ Here's what's on offer for June: 🚎 5 FREE guided tours will take you to gallery openings and public art across the city! 🎨 Featured artist Bob Dilworth will be guest guide the 6:15pm trolley tour 🔥 Visit Memorial Park to catch the @waterfireprov Mini Lighting! 🗿 Sculptor Gage Prentiss will be at the E.M. Bannister statue in Market Square from 6:45–8pm 📍Start your adventure at: 🚌 The Graduate Hotel – 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:15 tours 🚌 WaterFire Arts Center – 6:30 tour Art, community, and summer vibes—what more could you ask for? See you June 19!

Happy #PrideMonth! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Rhode Island Pride returns to downtown Providence June 19–22 for a full weekend of celebration, visibility, and joy. Celebrating 49 years, @ri_pride is New England’s largest LGBTQ+ gathering, drawing over 130,000 people for four days of performances, parties, and community. 📍RI PrideFest – Saturday, June 21, 11:30 AM at District Park Kicks off Saturday along the Providence River, with 200+ vendors, food, drinks, a Kid’s Zone, and headliners like Asher HaVon (The Voice), Lydia B. Kollins (Drag Race), and Ada Vox (Queen of the Universe) lighting up the stage. 📍Illuminated Night Parade – Saturday, June 21, 7:45 PM The one-of-a-kind Illuminated Night Parade transforms downtown into a glowing, high-energy celebration starting at 7:45 PM—complete with floats, dancers, and an accessible viewing area in front of PPAC. The celebration continues all weekend long, with a partial @waterfireprov lighting on Thursday 🔥, roller disco at the @providencerink on Friday, drag brunches throughout the city on Sunday🍹, @hausofcodec Pride marketplace 🛍️ on Sunday, and epic block parties 🎶 hosted by LGBTQ-owned venues across the city all weekend long. Tag your crew and get ready to show up and show out. #RIPride49 #UnapologeticallyProud

Here’s your sign to catch a show at @trinity_rep! 🎟️ ‘Blues for an Alabama Sky’ is on stage now through June 29 — and there’s a whole season of must-see performances ahead. Don’t miss out!

Mark your calendars for a vibrant season of culture, heritage, and community in Providence! Here’s your summer celebration lineup: 🇵🇹 Day of Portugal | June 7–8 🎊Caribbean American Heritage Month Celebration | June 12 ✊🏽 Juneteenth RI | June 22 🇨🇻 50th Cape Verdean Independence Day Festival | July 6 🇵🇷 Puerto Rican Bay Fest | July 20 🌍 African Summer Bash | August 9 🇩🇴 Dominican Festival of RI & Parade | August 10 🇧🇴 Bolivian Festival | August 9-10 🎨 PVDFest | September 5–6 🇬🇹 Festival Guatemala | September 7 🇲🇽 Mexican Independence Day Festival | September 14 🌍 African Film and Art Festival | September 17-21

Weekend plans = secured. Al Fresco on the Hill returns June 14 - every Saturday evening all summer long! ✨🍷 Enjoy an evening of open-air dining, live entertainment, and shopping along Providence’s iconic @federalhillri. From 5 PM to midnight, stroll the Avenue, sip, shop, and savor the flavors that make this neighborhood special. Ready to kick things off early? Visit Federal Hill to join the La Festa di San Giuseppe (Saint Joseph’s Day) celebration this June 6th to the 8th - with live entertainment all weekend long.

June is stacked with can't-miss events in Providence! From PVD Flea and PorchFest to RI Pride and Taste of Juneteenth, there’s something happening every week. 🏳️‍🌈🍽️🎶 Mark your calendars! 🛍 6/1 – @providenceflea at @195districtpark 🇮🇹 6/6-8 – La Festa di San Giuseppe @federalhillri 🎸 6/7 – @rockandrollyardsale 🎵 6/7- @providenceporchfest 🪴 6/7 - @shop.wickenden Makers Market 🇵🇹 6/7–8 – Day of Portugal Festival 🍝 6/14 – Al Fresco on the Hill returns to @federalhillri 🍽️ 6/19 – @tasteofjuneteenth 🎨6/19 - @gallerynightprovidence 🔥 6/19 - @waterfireprov Partial Lighting 🌈 6/21 – @ri_pride and Illuminated Night Parade ✊🏾 6/22 – @juneteenthri Festival 🎤 6/25 – @pechakuchapvd 🎬 6/26 – 'Waiting for Guffman' at Movies on the Block @indowncitypvd 💃 6/26 – @firstworksri Summer Beats Concert 'Las Guaracheras' at @rogerwilliamspark 🩰 6/29 – @revolve.dance 'Sound in Form' What are you looking forward to?

Get ready for @providenceporchfest! 🪑 On June 7, enjoy family-friendly day of music and with live performances on neighborhood porches — it’s the city’s most charming front row seat! While you're grooving through Wayland Square, don’t miss these local gems: 🥯 @eastsidebagelco 🧀 @eastsidecheese 📚 @booksonthesquare 🥐 @madrideuropeanbakery 🌮 @maiz.ri 🛍️ @wendybrownhome

@waterfireprov is back, Providence! 🔥 Witness the season opener full lighting on Saturday, May 31st! Onshore programming and vendors start at 7:00 PM. More dates in our bio — see you by the river!

There’s something about days on the PVD waterfront. ☀️🌊Cheers to the unofficial start of summer, time to get outside and enjoy it! 🎥: Thanks to @captured.by.marc for producing this with us

PVD Flea is back in the park starting June 1! 😎 Catch it every Sunday from 11 AM–3 PM at @195districtpark. Local vendors, vintage finds, handmade goods, and good vibes all summer long. Don’t miss opening day!

Don't miss an unforgettable night with the @riphilharmonic at @thevetsri! 🎻✨ Conductor Robert Spano leads a stunning program featuring the legendary Yo-Yo Ma on cello. 🎼 Theofanidis – Rainbow Body: a modern, mystical journey 🌄 Copland – Appalachian Spring: pure Americana magic 🎻 Dvořák – Cello Concerto: a heart-stirring masterpiece Find tickets in our bio!

Consider your early summer calendar booked. ☀️   🎤 5/28 – Epoch with @pechakuchapvd 🎭 5/29-6/29 – Blues for an Alabama Sky at @trinity_rep 🎸 5/29-6/15 – American Idiot at @thewilburygroup 🧵 5/31 – RISD Craft: Spring 2025 Preview 🔥 5/31 – Full @waterfireprovidence lighting 🎻 5/31 – @riphilharmonic Annual Gala Celebration with Yo-Yo Ma 🛍️ 6/1 – @providenceflea at 195 District Park 💿6/7 - Rock and Roll Yard Sale 🎶 6/7 – 3rd Annual @providenceporchfest 🇵🇹 6/7-8 – @ridayofportugal Festival 🍝 6/14 – Al Fresco on the Hill kicks off @federalhillri

Grant deadline alert! Applications for the next round of our Community Grant program are due June 1. ⁠ The #CreativeCapital is the perfect backdrop for your next event, festival, performance or conference—with its thriving arts scene, diverse neighborhoods, top-notch hotels, and foodie favorites.⁠ ⁠ Got a big idea? Your proposal should: ✔️ Attract visitors ✔️ Boost the economy ✔️ Benefit locals ✔️ Promote Providence⁠ ⁠ Projects must take place at least 60 days after the deadline! Apply in our bio.

Pride is on the horizon, Providence! 🌈✨ Save the date: Saturday, June 21st for New England’s largest LGBTQIA+ PrideFest celebration and the iconic Illuminated Night Parade hosted by @ri_pride! Get ready for a day (and night!) full of love, color, and community.

Don't miss it! RISD Craft Spring 2025 returns Saturday, May 31 on Benefit Street! 🧵🪡🖌️🎨🧺 Shop one-of-a-kind, handmade fine art and design by 120+ RISD students and alumni. From ceramics to textiles, jewelry to print — experience the craftsmanship and creativity that define RISD. 🕐11 am - 5 pm 🎟️Free + open to all!

New Grant Opportunity Alert! 💡 As part of the #IlluminatePVD initiative, Providence businesses and storefronts can now apply for a Commercial Exterior Illumination Grant! Get up to $1,500 for creative lighting improvements like façade lighting, gobo projections, sidewalk illumination, window displays, and more. Let’s light up our city—one storefront at a time! 🗓️ Apply by June 30, 2025 ⚡ Projects must be completed within 90 days of funding Link in bio to apply!

Free in PVD? Say less. Here are some of our favorite no-spend gems in the Creative Capital: 🖼️ @gallerynightprovidence – Free trolley tour of the hottest art spots 🎨 @risdmuseum – Free Sundays (10–5) + Thursdays (5–8) 🏛️ RI State House Tours – Open weekdays (8:30–4:30) 📚 @pvdath – Pay-what-you-can admission ($5 suggested donation) 🚶‍♀️ @avenuepvd Self-Guided Walking Tours – Explore public art via the PocketSights app Save this list for your next budget-friendly outing!

Lace up, Rhode Island! The Rhode Island Half Marathon & 5K by @runrhody returns on May 18, 2025—starting and finishing at Pierce Memorial Stadium in East Providence and showcasing stunning skyline views along the East Bay Bike Path 🌊✨ With 2,000+ runners already registered from 34 states and 6 countries, this year’s race is set to be the biggest yet! Whether you're racing or cheering from the sidelines, it's a can't-miss spring weekend in the Ocean State. 🔗 All the race details: @runrhody

Starts at Sunset returns Thursday, May 15th! 🌅✨ This unique activation invites artists and observers to experience a night of immersive art set against the backdrop of a picturesque sunset. @waterfireprov will be illuminating the bridge with the glow of five braziers as the sun sets on the Michael S. Van Leesten Memorial Pedestrian Bridge! Learn more in our bio!

It's National Travel & Tourism Week, and we’re all about exploring the best of Providence! 🙌✨ @pvdtourco is a great way to explore the city like never before. Ready to see Providence from a fresh perspective? Book a tour in our bio!

@lagondolaprov season has officially returned! 🚣‍♂️✨ Whether you're planning a dreamy date night, a fun outing with friends and family, or a scenic tour through the heart of Providence, La Gondola offers a one-of-a-kind experience you won’t forget.

Providence made the list of @lonelyplanet’s Most Walkable Cities in the US! 🙌 From the Riverwalk to the Van Leesten pedestrian bridge to our buzzing neighborhoods like Federal Hill and Fox Point — there’s so much to explore on foot. Just be ready for a few hills (and lots of photo ops 😉). Read the full story at the link in our bio!

May is here and so are all the best springtime adventures in Providence! 🌸 From boat tours, live shows, and WaterFire, the city is buzzing with things to do. ✨ 5/2-5/4: Chicago at @provpacri 🏢 5/3: @aapihistorymuseum AAPI Heritage Month Celebration 🩰 5/3-5/4: Swan Lake by @balletri 🏃‍♀️ 5/4: @rhoderacesri Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K 🎶 5/10: @riphilharmonic: Brahms' Requiem 🎭 5/15-5/25: La Dama Boba at @ecas_theater 🎨 5/15: @gallerynightprovidence May Gallery Night 🌇 5/15: Starts at Sunset with @waterfireprov 👟5/18: @runrhody Half Marathon & 5K 🎤 5/28: @pechakuchanight – Epoch 🎷 5/29-6/29: Blues for an Alabama Sky at @trinityrep 🎸 5/29-6/15: American Idiot at @wilburytheatergroup 🧵 5/31: RISD Craft Spring 2025 @risd1877 🔥 5/31: Full @waterfireprov Lighting 🎻 5/31: @riphilharmonic: 2025 Gala Celebration with Yo-Yo Ma What’s on your must-do list? 👇 #SpringInPVD #MayInProvidence

It's #InternationalJazzDay, and we're ready to groove! 🎷✨ Here's your guide to the best spots for live jazz in Providence: 🎵 @itsmarcelinos - Thursday Evenings 🎵 @courtlandclub - Sundays at 6 & 8:30 🎵 @theroyalbobcat - Wednesday & Saturday Evenings 🎵 @_nickanees_ - Rotating schedule Drop your fave jazz spot below! 📷: @courtlandclub