• September 28 - October 31, 2023
• Providence, RI in Providence, RI

For one month around Halloween, the Roger Williams Park Zoo in Providence hosts this spine-tingling event. Expertly carved pumpkins based on a different yearly theme are lit with led lights and line the wetlands trail. Specially chosen musical selections accompany the display for a truly stimulating event.

• Annually for nearly each day of the December
• newport, RI

What began as a two week tribute to the season 43 years ago has now evolved into a magnificent month-long event delighting young and old alike. Polar Express rides, doorway decoration contests and puppet shows depicting the birth of Christ are just a few of the special events scheduled. Many activities are free, but proceeds from those that are not are donated to various area charities.

• APRIL 4 - APRIL 7, 2024
• Providence, Rhode Island in Providence, RI

Beat the winter doldrums with a visit to the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence in mid-February. A fabulous garden show with a twist, many of the landscaped displays depict various corners of the world. The event also includes a car display featuring vintage and classic automobiles.

• July 26-28, 2024
• Fort Adams State Park Newport, RI 2840 in Newport, RI

Founded as a counterpart to the already established Newport Jazz Festival, this folk version introduced musical performers like Bob Dylan and Joan Baez before they became the revered performers they are today. Thousands flock to Newport each summer to be entertained by folk, and now, indie music performers.

• August 2-4, 2024
• Newport, RI

Fort Adams State Park is the site for the amazing Newport Jazz Festival held mid-summer. Now a blend of jazz and rock music performed by headline acts and emerging musicians, the festival draws thousands of spectators each year.

• September 29th, 2024
• Newport Yachting Center 4 Commercial Wharf Newport, RI 2840 in Newport, RI

This waterfront event celebrates both the arrival of the fall season and German culture. Traditional food choices such as sauerbraten and schnitzel pair nicely with a cold brew from the Beer Gardens. German and Austrian music plays in the background as dancers delight the crowds.