For four weeks, register children ages 5-10 to explore different entities of the farming world along with nature art, hiking, nature-themed literature, and more, held at Barlow Nature Preserve. July 8-July 31. WesterlyLandTrust.org
Wickford Harbor Fire: On third Thursdays, the charming village glows with shops and restaurants open late, live music, carriage rides, and family fun, all with a backdrop of floating fire pits. June 19, July 17, August 14. WickfordVillage.org
RiverFire: Special basins along the Saugatucket River are set ablaze, lighting up downtown Wakefield, along with street performers, vendors, and entertainment. Schedule TBA: WakefieldVillageAssociation.com
Children’s Festival: Make memories attending live shows (10am and 12pm) at this series which kicks off July 11 with a juggling magician. A sing-a-long show, slapstick comedians, “semi-famous” magician, and more follow. Wakefield, TheatreByTheSea.com/kids
Summer Concerts at the Gazebo: The heart of the pier across from Narragansett Town Beach will be alive with music each Friday night this summer. Music includes blues, classic jazz, R&B, and tribute acts. June 6 through August 29. NarragansettRI.gov
State Beach Parking: Get updates on the status of parking lots at the busiest state beaches at RIParks.RI.gov.
Sunday Funday: Support local establishments as they take their businesses into the street for days of pedestrian shopping and dining. A creation station for kids, nine-hole mini golf course, lawn games and more are planned. Westerly, OceanChamber.org
Birds, Bees & Blooms - The Annual Flower Show: An exhibit of work featuring artists Tammy Blais and Janet Maher at the Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly. OceanChamber.org
Strawberry Thanksgiving: Celebrate the Strawberry Moon at this annual event held at Ninigret Park. Storytelling, a Native arts market, traditional dances, food vendors, games, and more are all planned. Charlestown, TomaquagMuseum.org
Open Studios at the Shady Lea Mill: Shop original jewelry, rugs, sculpture, pottery, paintings, photography, and more from participating artists, with a suggested donation of a canned good for the NK Food Pantry. North Kingstown, TheMillAtShadyLea.com
Strawberry Moon Paddle on the Quonnie: Led by Weekapaug Inn’s onsite naturalist, this moonlit paddle pauses at a secluded beach for a champagne toast. Westerly, OceanHouseEvents.com
Charity Golf Tournament: Swing for a great cause with the Brad Friel Memorial Golf Classic. The all-day affair starts with check-in and lunch, followed by a raw bar and prime dinner, raffles, and awards after golf. Hope Valley, CharihoRotary.com
Strawberry Festival: The second Saturday in June is devoted to the strawberry at the national historic site Smith’s Castle. North Kingstown, SmithsCastle.org
Summer Pops 2025: A pre-show at 6pm ushers in performances by The Chorus of Westerly and The Pops Festival Orchestra, and fireworks by Grucci, all at Wilcox Park. Rain date is June 22. ChorusOfWesterly.org
Narragansett Art Festival: Spend a day shopping for art by the sea at Veteran’s Park and Gazebo Field. Narragansett, WakefieldRotary.org
Summer Soirée: The primary fundraiser for the Jamestown Art Center includes artwork, seasonal savories, cocktails, and more. Take part in the live auction and grab your dancing shoes for this unforgettable occasion. JamestownArtCenter.org
Fireworks Cruise: Hop on board Rhode Island Fast Ferry’s Julia Leigh for a sunset cruise down Narragansett Bay, ending with the fireworks display over Newport Harbor and/or Narragansett Town Beach. North Kingstown, FastFerry.com
Independence Day Beach Ball: Enjoy a beachside New England Lobster Boil, specialty cocktails, and dancing to live music. A stunning fireworks display caps the night. Westerly, OceanHouseEvents.com
Summer Pops: Don’t touch that dial! The Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra will be honoring various television periods with this year’s summer show, conducted by Troy Quinn. Narragansett, RIPhil.org
Wickford Art Festival: Spend two days discovering the handiwork of 200 artists at Wilson Park. North Kingstown, WickfordArt.org
Kingston Chamber Music Festival: The 37th season celebrates the unique beauty of making music in the Ocean State: From Coast to Cadence. Kingston, KingstonChamberMusic.org
Blessing of the Fleet Celebration: This three-day fete, boasting attendances of over 30,000 people, will feature live music, a beer tent, games, rides, a 10-mile road race, a boat decoration contest, and of course, the blessing. NarragansettLionsClub.org
Celebrate The Milky Way: Weather permitting, hang out with astronomers and telescopes at Frosty Drew Observatory as they showcase many of the celestial objects found along the Milky Way galactic plane. Charlestown, FrostyDrew.org
River Glow: Floating bonfires illuminate the Pawcatuck River and set a backdrop for a night of steel drums, dancers, shopping specials and more. Westerly, OceanChamber.org
Colonial Theatre Shakespeare: Pack bug spray and blankets to best enjoy the Bard at RI’s longest running Shakespeare festival staged each summer at Wilcox Park. Westerly, ColonialTheaterArt.org
THE CHARLESTOWN SEAFOOD FESTIVAL: Ninigret Park is the place to be for one of the biggest events in New England. Along with seafood for days, there’s a daily schedule of live bands, a car show, amusement rides, raffles, karaoke, and more. Did we mention RV camping and fireworks? CharlestownSeafoodFestival.com
Washington County Fair: Mark your calendars for five days of family fun with midway rides, livestock shows, tractor pulls, and everything else that promotes this county’s rural heritage. Richmond, WashingtonCountyFair-RI.com
Rhythm & Roots: People make a weekend out of this annual music festival that has 1,500 camping tickets available, merch, food, and headliners Little Feat, Trampled by Turtles, and Blackberry Smoke. Charlestown, RhythmAndRoots.com
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