Five Can’t-Miss Events this Week in Rhode Island
Celebrate Greek culture at the Annual Greek Festival; Meet Alyssa Maxwell during her book signing at Rosecliff and more events August 20–27.
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99th Annual Greek Festival
Celebrate Greek culture with a weekend of traditional food, music and dance. From gyros to moussaka to spanakopita to lamb dinners, you’ll find a staple to enjoy. Stop by Greek Kafenio Coffee House for their beloved baklava cheesecake or a Greek coffee. Enjoy live music and a mix of classic and modern dance by the Greek Pride of RI dance troupe. Free parking and shuttle service across Pawtucket City Hall.
The Details: August 21–23. Free admission and parking. 5–10 p.m. The Assumption of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church, 97 Walcott Street, Pawtucket, assumptionri.org/festival
Annual ACGOW Art Heist
Art enthusiasts are invited to the Artists Cooperative Gallery of Westerly’s 9th annual Art Heist, where guests can enjoy an evening of art, food, beverages, live music, and the chance to take home a piece of original art made by an ACGOW artist. Guests are encouraged to buy tickets in advance.
The Details: August 22. $150 per couple or $40 for just food, drinks and music. 6–8 p.m. Westerly Armory, 41 Railroad Avenue, Westerly, westerlyarts.com/2026-art-heist
Open House for STRIDE SCI
The newly established Rhode Island nonprofit organization is aiming to expand access to specialized neuro-rehabilitation services for those living with spinal cord injuries. Their open house will help introduce them to the community. Those living with spinal cord injuries are encouraged to attend.
The Details: August 23. Noon–3 p.m. STRIDE SCI Facility, 111-2A Hopkins Hill Road, Unit 2, West Greenwich, stridesci.org
Windows with Jo Celine, MAROU and Nick Politelli
Los Angeles psych-rock band Windows brings its Northeast tour to Fete Music Hall, joined by artists beloved by Providence, Jo Celine, MAROU and Nick Politelli for a night of indie rock and cosmic Americana.
The Details: August 25. $15. 7–11 p.m. Fete Music Hall, 103 Dike Street, Providence, fetemusic.com/getties/windows-jo-celine-marou-nick-politelli
Murder at Rosecliff Booksigning
Alyssa Maxwell, bestselling author of the Gilded Newport series comes to Rosecliff, The Breakers and Bannister’s Wharf to discuss the series’ newest installation, Murder at Rosecliff. Meet the author at the location of your choice and walk away with a signed copy!
The Details: August 26. Free. Times vary by location. Rosecliff, The Breakers, or Newport Mansions Store, alyssamaxwell.com/news-and-events
