Winter gets a bad rap in Rhody.
Sure, you can’t lay on the beach with a cup of Del’s and soak up the sun’s rays, but that’s not all we’re known for. There’s plenty to do, see and experience in the Ocean State during the chilly months, whether you’re a winter weather thrill-seeker or a cozy book-bingeing homebody. Or maybe you want to take advantage of the off-season crowds at some of our most iconic destinations. Whatever you’re into, our small-but-mighty state will keep you busy all season long — and stave off those pesky winter blues!
Edited by Tabitha Pereira and Kaitlyn Murray, with contributions by Alicia Maria Ortiz Alba, Edelinda Baptista, Lauren Clem, Dana Laverty and Erika Spitznagel
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Outdoor Winter Activities
If the cold never bothered you anyway, here’s where you can let it go.
Winter is Better at Roger Williams Park Zoo
Sure, you might be a little chilly, but the red pandas and moon bears are just getting into their groove.
Class Things Up
Where to take an art class, learn something new at a local museum and pick up a bestseller to curl up with.
5 Wicked Fun Things to Do at the Newport Winter Festival
The ten-day festival involves everything from ice sculpture competitions to a chili cook-off.
It’s Showtime!
Say “bravo” at any one of these performing arts centers throughout the month of February.
Get Pampered
Relax at a luxurious spa, find your zen at a yoga class or get away to an opulent hotel.
Settle Down with Drink in Hand
From brews to bourbon, pick your poison at these local breweries and distilleries.
Brighten Your Winter Nights in the City at the Lumina Light Festival
The free festival will illuminate Downtown Providence from February 1 to 17.
