Your June To Do List in Rhode Island
From Taste of Rhode Island to the Newport Flower Show, we've compiled all the local activities that should be on your to do list this month.
Photo courtesy of Trinity Repertory Company
THEATER: Next to Normal
MAY 28–June 28
This Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical should not be missed! Centered around a suburban mom living with bipolar disorder while trying to maintain a somewhat normal family life, this production tells a story about accepting people as they are. Featuring performances of soaring rock hits, this musical will have audiences singing along with tears in their eyes. Visit website for times and ticket prices. Trinity Rep, 201 Washington St., Providence, trinityrep.com
ANIME: Rhode Island Anime Con
JUNE 6–7
A weekend of anime — what more could you ask for? Meet stars like Abigail Blythe, Alessandro Juliani and Amber Lee Connors and don your most convincing cosplay to try to win the top prize. Purchase artwork or a memento at one of the many vendor booths or take in a panel with some of the most influential people in the anime world. $18–$169.99. Sat. 10 a.m.–7 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Rhode Island Convention Center, 1 Sabin St., Providence, rianimecon.com
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FOOD: Taste of Rhode Island
JUNE 10
Rhody foodies, get ready for a tasting event that embraces the whole state. Try dishes from more than sixty-five of Rhode Island’s best restaurants and chefs while sipping on locally made alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages and taking in live music. Tickets must be purchased online. $65.87–$81.88. 6–9 p.m. Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick, 801 Greenwich Ave., Warwick, tasteofri.com
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CAR SHOW: British Motorcars in Bristol
JUNE 12–13
Bristol will be abuzz with the sound of engines as historic British cars wind through town for two days. After the brigade drives through towns like Little Compton, Westport, Massachusetts, and Tiverton, drivers will get ready for the parade to Independence Park and a post-parade bash. A free car show takes place the next day at Bristol Town Beach, inviting car enthusiasts to view the vehicles and vote for their favorites. Visit website for times. Bristol, britishmotorcarsinbristol.com
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CELEBRATION: Gaspee Days Parade
JUNE 13
Celebrate the burning of British revenue schooner HMS Gaspee at the Gaspee Days Parade! Find a comfortable viewpoint along a two-mile stretch of Narragansett Parkway and watch as Colonial groups stroll by in classic patriotic garb. Fife and drum corps and an assortment of fire trucks and miniature cars will round out the festive march. Take part in the parade that’s been around for more than fifty years! 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Narragansett Parkway., Warwick, gaspee.com
Band photo of RIPE/Courtesy of Ragged Island Music Festival
MUSIC FEST: Ragged Island Music Festival
JUNE 13–14
Jam out in Portsmouth listening to bands and performers like Third World, Ripe and Michael Glabicki of Rusted Root during the Ragged Island Music Festival. Food trucks will provide dance fuel while Ragged Island Brewing Company serves up beverages. Bring lawn chairs and blankets and get ready for a weekend of music. $65.96 kids; $81.79 adults. Gates open at 11 a.m. each day. Ragged Island Brewing Company, 54 Bristol Ferry Rd., Portsmouth, raggedislandmusicfestival.com
Photo courtesy of the Preservation Society of Newport County/Dave Hansen
FLORAL DESIGN: Newport Flower Show
JUNE 19–21
Experience the sweet smell of flowers like never before during the thirtieth anniversary of the Newport Flower Show. This year’s theme, “Pearls of Newport,” revels in the grace of the Gilded Age with elegant floral designs, horticulture displays and a series of expert talks and presentations. Join in the fun by wearing sophisticated pearls and a summery dress! $35–$275. 9 a.m. or noon entry. Rosecliff, 548 Bellevue Ave., Newport, newportmansions.org
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SINGER-SONGWRITER: Shawn Colvin
JUNE 20
Hear the Grammy Award-winning musician, who wrote iconic hits like “Sunny Came Home” and “Diamond in the Rough,” perform tunes from her thirteen albums at the historic Greenwich Odeum. The Lifetime Achievement Trailblazer Award winner has been performing for more than thirty years. $60–$68. 7 p.m. Greenwich Odeum, 59 Main St., East Greenwich, greenwichodeum.com
PRIDE: Rhode Island Pride
JUNE 20
Enjoy a full day of celebrating the LGBTQ+ community in Rhode Island. Join more than 100,000 others at PrideFest in Providence’s District Park to take in live performances, enjoy food truck fare and shop from vendors during the day. At night, get ready for the
famous Illuminated Parade, which can be viewed from Dorrance, Washington and Weybosset streets. Wear your favorite rainbow attire and get ready to cheer on love! Festival opens at 11:30 a.m.; parade starts at 8 p.m. District Park, Providence, prideri.org
JUNETEENTH: Juneteenth RI Festival
JUNE 21
Honor freedom and unity at the eighth annual Juneteenth RI Festival with live performances, tasty food and local vendors at beautiful Roger Williams Park. Honor the journey to freedom and the vibrant spirit of community at this unforgettable event. Free, but donations are encouraged. Noon–7 p.m. Roger Williams Park Temple to Music, Providence, juneteenthri.com
