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Summer Shellabration at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

Discover ocean state adventures at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium in Roger Williams Park! Spend the summer exploring Rhode...
Canine Champions for Conservation - July 17, 2026

Canine Champions for Conservation - July 17, 2026

During Canine Champions for Conservation, guests can catch high-energy stunt dog performances featuring incredible canine athletes showing off...
Artificial Intelligence & Automation 1 Day Workshop |Providence, RI
9am-5pm

Artificial Intelligence & Automation 1 Day Workshop |Providence, RI

Understand AI, Automation & Real-World Business Applications | Hands-On | Beginner to Intermediate
Building High Performing Teams 1 Day Workshop | Providence, RI
9am-5pm

Building High Performing Teams 1 Day Workshop | Providence, RI

Get ready to unlock the secrets of successful teamwork in this dynamic 1-day workshop - it's time to level up your team game!
Effective Vendor Management 1-Day Workshop|Providence, RI
9am-5pm

Effective Vendor Management 1-Day Workshop|Providence, RI

Get ready to level up your skills in managing vendors like a pro at our intensive 1-day workshop - it's time to take control!
Interview Skills 1 Day Workshop |Providence, RI
9am-5pm

Interview Skills 1 Day Workshop |Providence, RI

Get ready to level up your interview game with our 1-Day Training – boost those skills and land that dream job!
Leading Effective Teams 1 Day Workshop |Providence, RI
9am-5pm

Leading Effective Teams 1 Day Workshop |Providence, RI

Get ready to level up your team leadership skills with a full day of interactive training - it's time to lead like a pro!
Performance Management 1 Day Workshop | Providence, RI
9am-5pm

Performance Management 1 Day Workshop | Providence, RI

Get ready to level up your skills and learn effective strategies for boosting your team's performance in this interactive workshop!
9:30am-3:30pm

Summer Shellabration

$2.00
<p>Summer Shellabration Monday, June 29 – Sunday, September 6 RWP Museum of Natural History and Planetarium Discover Ocean State...
Betsey Williams Cottage Open Houses
10am-3pm

Betsey Williams Cottage Open Houses

Free Open Houses at the Betsey Williams Cottage in Roger Williams Park on Fridays, 10am-3pm! Step back in time to explore the Betsey Williams...
Betsey Williams Cottage Free Open Houses
10am-3pm

Betsey Williams Cottage Free Open Houses

<p>Betsey Williams Cottage Free Open Houses Fridays, 10 AM-3 PM RWP Museum of Natural History and Planetarium Step back in time at the...
11:30am-1pm

Kids Summer Cafe

Partner Peace Walks
12-1pm

Partner Peace Walks

<p>Partner Peace Walks Fridays, 12-1 PM (starting May 15) Meet in front of the Boathouse Roger Williams Park Conservancy and the...
1-1:30pm

Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History

Located in the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams Park, the Planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of...
1-1:30pm

Planetarium Shows

$5.00
<p>Planetarium Shows Sky Views Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm | Daily at 1pm starting on Monday, June 29 Journey to the...
Bike Camp Graduation Series 2026
1-3pm

Bike Camp Graduation Series 2026

Join us for free community rides from Riverside Park to the Manton Outdoor Classroom to celebrate the newest Red Shed Bike Camp graduates!
Food Truck Friday Roger Williams Park
5-8:30pm

Food Truck Friday Roger Williams Park

Join us for Food Truck Friday at Carousel Village at Roger Williams Park every Friday night from April 17th through September 25th, 2026.
Food Truck Friday - July 17, 2026
5-8:30pm

Food Truck Friday - July 17, 2026

Join us for the 12th season of Food Truck Friday at Carousel Village every Friday from April 17th – September 25th. End your week with some of...
Haus of Codec Third Friday Market at Farm Fresh Rhode Island
5-9pm

Haus of Codec Third Friday Market at Farm Fresh Rhode Island

Join us for our Third Friday Marketplace at Farm Fresh RI. Our Marketplace Events are Always Free to Attend.
Harborside Happy Hour- For Singles 35+
5:30-8:30pm

Harborside Happy Hour- For Singles 35+

All Singles. All in One Place!..

Plein Air Painting At Revive The Roots
5:30-8:30pm

Plein Air Painting At Revive The Roots

Slow down, step outside, and capture the beauty of summer with us at Revive The Roots! No matter your painting experience.
Author Event! Jennifer Brown's The Lost Book of Elizabeth Barton
6-7pm

Author Event! Jennifer Brown's The Lost Book of Elizabeth Barton

Jennifer Brown comes to Providence to discuss her new novel, The Lost Book of Elizabeth Barton!!!
Tai Chi Paradigm® Introduction – Beginner Level
6:30-7:30pm

Tai Chi Paradigm® Introduction – Beginner Level

<p>Tai Chi Paradigm® Introduction - Beginner Level The Gateway Center at Roger Williams Park (Broad Street entrance) Fridays, 6:30-7:30...
Tai Chi Paradigm® Introduction – Beginner Level
6:30-7:30pm

Tai Chi Paradigm® Introduction – Beginner Level

<p>Tai Chi Paradigm® Introduction - Beginner Level The Gateway Center at Roger Williams Park (Broad Street entrance) Fridays, 6:30-7:30...
Dinner @ Ichigo Ichie Birthday celebration with Marcie and Kathleen 🎉🎈🎂🎈🎉
6:30-9pm

Dinner @ Ichigo Ichie Birthday celebration with Marcie and Kathleen 🎉🎈🎂🎈🎉

Ichigo Ichie stands for 'one chance, one encounter', and is the kind of hospitality they strive to achieve!..
Sacred Sound Bath: Freedom & Fire
7-8:15pm

Sacred Sound Bath: Freedom & Fire

Immersive, Spirit-led sound bath to help you release what’s been binding you, old stories, fear, doubt and awaken the fire within you.
Speed Dating Ages 35-45 in Providence, RI at Palermo's Martini
7-9pm

Speed Dating Ages 35-45 in Providence, RI at Palermo's Martini

Ready to meet local singles face-to-face? Join us for a fun, low-pressure evening of meaningful connections!
Volume One: My Sister, the Serial Killer
7:30-9pm

Volume One: My Sister, the Serial Killer

Welcome, Book Sisters! 🤎the very first gathering of Sisterhood Between the Pages...
Friday Night Drinks @ Narragansett Brewery
7:30-10:30pm

Friday Night Drinks @ Narragansett Brewery

Hey everyone! We originally had the Kimi's event this weekend, and we felt bad about having to move it to next week. We wanted to do something...
AFTER DARK - Katxito’s Birthday Bash
9pm-2am

AFTER DARK - Katxito’s Birthday Bash

Join us for a special edition of AFTER DARK – Katxito’s Birthday Bash, an All Black Event! Get ready for a night of unforgettable vibes.
OVERLY GOING BEADS EDITION WITH B2
9pm-3am

OVERLY GOING BEADS EDITION WITH B2

B2 & FRIENDS TAKING OVER KULTURE FOR A BEADS EDITION! JULY 17TH, FOR OPENING SLOT AND VIP INFO 978-971-6628 OR 978-394-9016
PAJAMA RAMA PT 2
10pm-2am

PAJAMA RAMA PT 2

Get ready to chill and party in your comfiest pajamas for round two of the ultimate sleepover bash!
PAJAMA RAMA PT.2: NEESAH B
10pm-2am

PAJAMA RAMA PT.2: NEESAH B

Throw on your flyest pajamas and get ready for one of the wildest late-night parties of the summer.

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