Looking for something fun to do this Columbus day weekend? Check out these cool events happening in Rhode Island!
Friday, October 9
Questival Providence: Questival is a 24-hour team social adventure race that takes place across the greater Providence area! There is also an Saturday adventure if you’d rather participate there. Tickets are available for the 24h and Saturday events http://
The Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular: A nighttime display of 5,000 illuminated jack-o-lanterns all along the beautiful Wetlands Trail, with well over 100 of the pumpkins carved into veritable works of art. Located at the Roger Williams Park Zoo, opens at 6 p.m.
Saturday October 10
Broad Street Farmers Market: Come check out the Broad Street Farmers Market, serving the local community fresh fruits and vegetables since 2002! Located at 807 Broad Street in Providence, beginning at 8:00 a.m.
Hope Street Farmers Market: Rain, shine or tropical storm, the Hope Street Farmers Market is OPEN! Located at 1059 Hope Street in Providence, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Providence Roller Derby’s Home Team Championship Game: Providence Roller Derby Home Team Championship Double Header! Who will win the trophy and the glory?!?! Mob Squad? Sakonnet Rivver Roller Rats? Old Money Honeys? Located at Teamworks 170 Jefferson Blvd. Warwick, RI 02888, time TBD
The Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular: A nighttime display of 5,000 illuminated jack-o-lanterns all along the beautiful Wetlands Trail, with well over 100 of the pumpkins carved into veritable works of art. Located at the Roger Williams Park Zoo, opens at 6 p.m.
Sunday, October 11
Thriller Dance Classes: Come learn how to dance the “zombie dance” from Michael Jackson’s Thriller! We will perform it at our recital on November 1st. Dance practices are free. Space may be limited; please sign up beforehand. Ages 13 and up.
The Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular: A nighttime display of 5,000 illuminated jack-o-lanterns all along the beautiful Wetlands Trail, with well over 100 of the pumpkins carved into veritable works of art. Located at the Roger Williams Park Zoo, opens at 6 p.m.
Julius Caesar at Trinity Repertory Company: In a prescient exploration of the underbelly of political maneuvering, Julius Caesar is an explosion of jealousy, retribution, power and control. Performed at the Trinity Repertory Company beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Monday, October 12
Neutaconkanut Hill Farmers Market: The Neutaconkanut Hill Farmers Market market is in Neutaconkanut Park at 700 Plainfield Street, right near the pool and skate park by the Park Rec Center. Visible from Plainfield Street! Come support the local farmers and check out all the fresh food they have to offer!
The Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular: A nighttime display of 5,000 illuminated jack-o-lanterns all along the beautiful Wetlands Trail, with well over 100 of the pumpkins carved into veritable works of art. Located at the Roger Williams Park Zoo, opens at 6 p.m.
An Evening with David Sedaris: RIPR is pleased to present An Evening with David Sedaris, author of the previous bestsellers Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, and regular National Public Radio contributor who will be appearing for one night only at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) on Monday, October 12, 2015 at 7:30 p.m.
