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June3-5

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PVD Fest
If you have plans this weekend other than attending PVD Fest, you should seriously consider cancelling them. This four day multi-arts festival will take over the city with live music, food, and visual arts installations. Artists from all over the world will be in Providence this weekend, so why don’t you join the thousands of others who will be dancing and singing along? All weekend. Various locations, Downtown. More info… 

The Annual Grande Fete at Slater Mill
What better way to spend your Saturday night than with dancing, cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and live music at the historic Old Slater Mill? Sample locally sourced Latin cuisine and participate in the silent auction, where you could win prizes like an 18th Century Spinning Wheel. All proceeds from the event benefit the Educational Scholarship Program of the Old Slater Mill Association, which offers free and reduced-rate programs for students. Saturday. $50. 67 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket. More info… 


Oklahoma! At Trinity Rep
If you’ve ever wanted to experience what life was like at the turn of the 20th century in the wild west, this is your chance. With cowboys, a love triangle, humor, square dancing and an amazing score, Oklahoma! will have you tapping your feet and clapping in no time. All weekend. $31-61. 201 Washington Street, Providence. 351-4242, More info…  

The Felice Brothers at The Met
Hailing from New York, The Felice Brothers is a folk/rock band that uses their music to look at the world around them. In their newest album, Life in the Dark, the rockers contemplate modern America through a cynical and sometimes “heartbroken” lens. With so much emotion, their music is sure to affect you. Friday. $18-20. 1005 Main Street, Pawtucket. More info… 

Grease at the Misquamicut Drive-In
Your summer night will be complete this weekend at the drive-in with Grease. See John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John in their most iconic roles as Danny and Sandy try to figure out their relationship amongst the chaos of high school. Make it even better by bringing all your friends and singing along to the songs you know you still remember. Friday. $10 per car. 316 Atlantic Avenue, Misquamicut. More info… 

Friday Night Live at Everett
If you love improv shows, Everett is the place for you this weekend. The cast includes veteran Everett artists and young, up-and-coming performers, complemented by the musical stylings of guitarist Bertrand Laurence. With their skits, musicals and dance numbers, the performance will have something for everyone’s funny bone. Friday. $5. 9 Duncan Avenue, Providence. More info… 

Bullets Over Broadway at PPAC
If you’re craving some musical comedy, look no further than Bullets Over Broadway, written by acclaimed playwright and director Woody Allen. Complete with hilarious humor, roaring 20s music and colorful characters, this show will have your sides splitting. All weekend. $58-71. 220 Weybosset Street, Providence. More info… 

Taming of the Shrew 
This weekend marks your last chance to see Shakespeare in the great outdoors for free. The Rhode Island Shakespeare Theatre will perform The Taming of the Shrew, one of Shakespeare’s best known comedies. Watch a bunch of families and married folks descend into chaos while you sit on a blanket with your family with some snacks. All weekend. Free. 282 North Main Street, Providence. More info…

The Providence Flea
Looking for some vintage items and hidden gems? Have no fear, because the outdoor Providence Flea returns this Sunday. Celebrate the fact that things can be re-used and recycled as you browse wares from various vendors. Bring a friend as you hunt for retro treasures. Sunday. South Water Street. More info… 

World Match Racing Tour
It’s no secret that Rhode Island is well-known for its miles of coastline. With all of that open water to play with, the sailing scene here has taken off. See some competitive sailing this weekend at the World Match Racing Tour, in which two M32 catamarans duke it out to either win or lose. Friday and Saturday. Free. 90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport. More info… 

PVD Fest, The Annual Grande Fete at Slater Mill, Misquamicut Drive-In, Friday Night Live, Bullets Over Broadway, PPAC, Taming of the Shrew, The Rhode Island Shakespeare Theatre, The Providence Flea, World Match Racing Tour

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