Events

Wanda Schell posing as Elleanor Eldridge

“No Man Ever Would Have Been Treated So”

Wanda Schell stars in this one-woman play about Elleanor Eldridge, a nineteenth century Black Rhode Islander and memoirist who sued to regain her stolen property.

Lauren Clem,

Shattered Ice X Nosolo Rhode Islander Premiere

"Shattered Ice" Hockey Film Helps Others See Life After Loss

Screenwriter and producer Jake Miskin created the film, inspired by his high school experience, to help others struggling with mental health issues.

Jamie Coelho,

A wide shot of a soccer pitch surrounded by partially filled stands that spell out "RIFC."

The Forty-third Governor’s Cup is Coming to Centreville Bank Stadium

The Governor’s Cup, one of New England’s longest running college football rivalry games, will take place in a new venue this upcoming season.

Justin Theriault,

People watch fireworks at night in a stadium.

Rhode Island FC Restores Post-Game Fireworks Tradition

Pawtucket's new soccer team is hosting three fireworks events this season, including for the upcoming Folklore Night on Aug. 9.

Justin Theriault,

Kingston Ensemble Credit Kcmf

The Kingston Chamber Music Festival Kicks Off July 23

Now in its thirty-seventh season, the event showcases internationally acclaimed musicians with up-and-coming artists.

Emily DeRoehn,

Roller Disco is Back in Providence

Get groovy under the disco lights at The Providence Rink from now until October 31st.

Erin Malinn,

A musical ensemble featuring about a dozen musicians holding instruments and wearing bright colors.

Newport Classical Music Festival Kicks Off Its Fifty-Sixth Season

Celebrate Aquidneck’s Indigenous history, catch an evening with Broadway star Jessica Vosk, and more at this year’s three-week music festival.

Lauren Clem,

Movies On the Block Makes a Comeback

The first screening at Grants Blocks in downtown Providence is Waiting for Guffman on June 26.

Erin Malinn,

A book cover for Fahrenheit 451.

Embrace Banned Books at the 2025 Bristol BookFest

The celebration of all things books centers a dystopian classic for modern times.

Lauren Clem,

Anthony Holding The World S550

The “Change the World” Celebration Will Raise Funds for an Exhibit in Memory of Anthony Putnam

This fundraiser will support the development of an interactive exhibit called “Change the World,” part of the new Early Childhood Science Learning Center, opening in late 2026.

Jamie Coelho,