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07/24/2025

🔥 Make your WaterFire night unforgettable!

Cruise the river for an up-close view of the flames (BYOB + snacks welcome!), then enjoy dining at Fogo De Chao or Night Shift Brewing at Level99. Make it a full getaway with a stay at nearby hotels like the Beatrice.

🎟️ Details & booking: https://brnw.ch/21wUoFT

Who doesn't love a WaterFire? With thousands of visitors every year, it's no surprise to find you can't get a last-minute reservation at one of the restaurants with a view of the river. But with a little planning, you can still have a fabulous night and skip the crowds.

07/23/2025

Providence just got outed as one of America’s Next Great Food Cities—landing at #5 on Food & Wine’s list! 🎉 With chef talent from JWU and must-try spots like Gracie’s, Gift Horse, Plant City, Al Forno…and more, our foodie scene is heating up. Ready to taste the buzz?

From a James Beard winner to emerging chefs from Johnson and Wales, more and more people are taking notice of Providence's food scene.

07/22/2025

🎄 Christmas in July Giveaway: Win Tickets Before They Go On Sale!

We're bringing the holiday cheer early this year with a Christmas in July Giveaway you don’t want to miss! GoProvidence is giving you the chance to win tickets to three of the biggest holiday events hitting Providence this winter—before you can even buy them.

Whether you're dreaming of sugarplum fairies, Beatles carols, or jam-band magic, we've got something for everyone. Check out the Blog for more info!

We're turning up the holiday cheer with a Christmas in July Giveaway that puts you on the nice list early. GoProvidence is giving you the chance to win tickets to three of the biggest holiday events coming to Providence before they go on sale.

07/21/2025

📣 We’re on the map — again! Providence is ranked #5 on Food & Wine’s list of Emerging Food Cities in the U.S. 🍴 From James Beard–nominated chefs to our iconic pizza, coffee milk, and culinary creativity, we’re proud to help tell Providence’s delicious story.
👉 Read the full article
🔗 https://www.foodandwine.com/emerging-us-food-cities-11744710

These eight unsung cities deserve a spot on your next culinary travel itinerary. From Sacramento’s Michelin-starred renaissance boosted by farm-fresh ingredients to Columbus’s collaborative spirit where accomplished chefs return home to open ambitious new spots, they are the next great food citi...

07/19/2025

🎉 Providence just made AFAR’s “52 Places to Travel in the U.S.” — and for good reason!

Check out Track 15 at historic Union Station: 7 chef-driven vendors (from Indian to seafood, Italian to burgers), a buzzing bar, and room for 600 inside & out. It’s the perfect hub for weekend getaways, culinary adventures, or a long-weekend recharge just 3 hours from NYC or an hour from Boston.

Tag the foodie in your life and come experience why Providence is the place to be!
https://www.afar.com/magazine/52-places-to-travel-in-the-u-s

A coast-to-coast guide to the coolest experiences happening in all 50 states (plus Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C.) right now

07/18/2025

🍝☀️ Summer is sizzling on Federal Hill! From al fresco dining under twinkling lights to cool cannoli and refreshing cocktails, Providence’s iconic Federal Hill is the ultimate foodie destination this season.✨

Whether you're enjoying a sunny stroll or planning a night out with friends, the flavors of Federal Hill are always in full bloom.

Discover the best spots to eat, drink, and soak up summer vibes: https://brnw.ch/21wUfxQ

Known affectionately as Providence's "Little Italy," Federal Hill transforms throughout the seasons, offering festivals, food and unforgettable experiences no matter what time of year. Whether you're craving authentic Italian cuisine or simply looking for some festive fun, Federal Hill delivers all....

07/17/2025

***Update***
Due to rain the Downtown Parks Network events for 7/20 are postponed until September.

🌞 Downtown Celebrates Summer is taking over Providence this weekend, July 19–20!
🍽️ Savor the last bites of Restaurant Weeks across 70+ eateries.
🎭 Dive into FringePVD performances—with more than 300 artists transforming our streets.
🇵🇷 Join Puerto Rican Bay Fest on July 20 for food, family fun & live beats.
🛶 Meander the river on boat tours, kayak, or enjoy a twilight cruise.
📍 Don’t miss the highlight: Downtown Park Wayfinding Kickoff on Sunday, July 20, noon–7 pm—200 vibrant banners, pop-up arts, free oyster samples, RISD Museum access, performances by Big Nazo, Cultura Dance Arts & more!

07/16/2025

🍔🌮🎶 Food Truck Fridays are BACK at Roger Williams Park Carousel Village! 🎶🌮🍔

Come down every Friday night for an evening of flavors, fun, and family vibes! 🦁🌳

🗓️ Fridays | 5 PM – 9 PM
📍 Carousel Village, Roger Williams Park
🎵 Live Music | 🚚 Local Food Trucks | 🍦 Sweet Treats | 🧺 Lawn Games

Bring your appetite, your lawn chairs, and your crew — this is the ultimate way to kick off your weekend in Rhode Island!

✨ Admission is FREE -- just pay for food!
🐾 Carousel rides & beer garden await!
https://brnw.ch/21wUc0q

07/15/2025

⚡️RKO Con 5 is coming to Providence!⚡️
Celebrate 50 years of Rocky Horror with live shadowcasts, parties, panels & more! 🎭🩸

📅 July 30–Aug 2
📍 1 Orms St, Providence, RI
🎟️ For more info: https://brnw.ch/21wUawY

07/11/2025

Summer's calling! ☀️ AFAR just curated the “11 Best Places to Travel in July” and guess what? We’re already checking Providence off that list — riverfront food, outdoor art, beach day escapes, and vibrant festivals? Providence has it all. Pack your swimsuit, pick your pace — beach by day, bites & bites by night.

These aren't your standard beach hangouts.

07/10/2025

🍽️🌇 Come for the food, stay for the vibes. Providence Restaurant Weeks is your perfect excuse for a mini foodcation.

✨ Savor delicious dishes like these from Fleur
🛏️ Unwind at The Graduate
🌿 Explore city parks and toast the night at a local beer garden

With so much to taste and do, why not turn dinner into a whole getaway?

📍 Plan your escape, link in bio.

07/09/2025

The riverfront will be buzzing with music, art, food, and fun all weekend long. Here’s what’s going down:

🧭 Sunday, July 20 – Downtown Park Wayfinding Kickoff
12–7PM | From Waterplace to District Park
👉 200 new banners, live music, street performances, giant bubbles, kayaking, oysters + more!

🎶 Friday, July 18 – Burnside Music Series & Beer Garden
4:30–7:30PM | Burnside Park
🎤 Live local music + drinks in the park

🌃 Saturday, July 19 – Trinity Beer Garden + Salsa Night
🎧 Live DJs and salsa under the stars
🍻 Local brews at Trinity Beer Garden
📍Biltmore Park

🖼️ All Weekend – Downtown Art Galleries + Public Art Walks
🎨 Discover murals, sculptures, and new public art along the riverfront
🗺️ Self-guided art map available

🧒 Super Art Sunday at RISD Museum
🎨 11AM–4PM | Free admission + art-making for all ages

Come for one, stay for all. There’s something happening every day — and it’s all walkable. 💛

🔗 Full weekend guide:https://brnw.ch/21wU1CG

Take a trip to explore historic downtown Providence, RI. Discover stunning murals, cobblestone streets, unique places to shop, and world-renowned dining.