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Happy Wednesday!

It’s looking like its going to be another GORGEOUS Fall weekend in the Ocean State, which means it’s time to start planning! Here is our weekly guide of top events around Rhode Island. So much to do, so little weekend!

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Outdoor & Nature

🌳 Arboretum Tour & Workshop at Harbor House
 Friday • 10-11:30am • Harbor House • Newport
Stroll scenic grounds overlooking Narragansett Bay while learning about unique trees and local history. Finish with a hands-on planting tutorial featuring native shrubs. A peaceful fall morning for nature lovers and garden enthusiasts!

🐦 Bird Walk with Burrillville Land Trust
Saturday • 8-10am • Buck Hill Management Area • Burrillville
Join naturalist Laura Carberry for a guided walk spotting birds in migration along a scenic one-mile loop. Wear sturdy shoes and enjoy a lovely autumn morning in beautiful protected woodlands.

🍂 Hayride Day at Watson Farm
Saturday • 1-5pm • Watson Farm • Jamestown
Cozy up for fall with hayrides, seasonal stories, farm fun and picturesque views. Bring your loved ones for a relaxing afternoon in the crisp autumn air and soak up the charm of Watson Farm. 

🌕 Moon Hike at North Burial Ground
Saturday • 7:30-8:30pm • Providence
Take a free guided walk under the moonlight at historic North Burial Ground. Wear sturdy shoes for this moderately strenuous hike and enjoy an evening of crisp air and autumn magic.

💪 Sweat Fest at 195 District Park
Sunday • 10am-1pm • 195 District Park • Providence
Get your heart pumping with high energy workouts, cold plunges, recovery stations, and a live DJ. All fitness levels welcome. Bring your sneakers and your spirit for this lively community event!

Food & Drink

🍺 Narragansett Oktoberfest
Friday-Sunday • Times Vary • Narragansett Brewery • Providence
Raise a stein and celebrate Gansett’s German roots with live music, dancing, contests, and authentic food and beer in the big bier garten tent. Sessions all weekend, plus a special Family Day on Sunday!

🍝 Italian Festival on the Lawn
Saturday • 11am-3pm • Vasco da Gama Grounds • Newport
Enjoy Italian food, doughboys, vendors, and live music by Calabria Bella. With dancing, raffles, kids’ activities, and even Elmo, this free family-friendly festival promises tasty bites and lively fun all day!

🦪 Oystermania at Fearless Fish Market
Saturday • 12-5pm • Fearless Fish Market • Providence
Feast on fresh oysters, sip cold beers, and hang with friends at this shell-ebration on Hope Street. One epic afternoon packed with good vibes, great flavors, and plenty of shucks to go around!

🎰 Circe Soirée: Vegas Edition
Sunday • 10am-3pm • Circe Restaurant & Bar • Providence
Roll the dice on a Sunday like no other with DJs, brunch vibes, and Vegas-inspired energy. Sip, dance, and celebrate big. Reservations are a must for this high-stakes day party!

Entertainment

🏈 Governor’s Cup: Brown vs. URI
Friday • 7pm • Centreville Bank Stadium • Pawtucket
Be part of history as Brown and URI face off in the first-ever football game at the new Centreville Bank stadium. Cheer on this classic rivalry under the lights. Tickets on sale now!

🍺 Wakefield Octoberfest
Saturday • 12-11pm • Main Street • South Kingstown
Celebrate 10 years of Octoberfest with live music, delicious food, and plenty of beer. Stroll Main Street, enjoy the festive vibe, and sip your way through a full day of autumn fun!

😂 Improv Jones & Friends
Saturday • 7:30pm • Borealis Coffee Company • Bristol
New England’s longest-running improv troupe returns with award-winning laughs and special guest Alan Sousa. Every show is fresh, fun, and unpredictable. Doors open at 6:30—grab a coffee and get ready to laugh!

🎤 Swiftie Season Drag Brunch
Sunday • 9:30am-1pm • The Rally Sports Bar & Grille • Warwick
Sing, sip, and sparkle at a drag brunch celebrating all things Taylor Swift. Enjoy mimosas, themed bites, and fabulous performances. Dress as your favorite era and get ready to shake it off in style!

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Arts, Crafts & Culture

📖 Open Mic at Riffraff
Friday • 7pm • Riffraff Bookstore & Bar • Providence
Kick off First Friday with LitArtsRI at this welcoming open mic night. Sign up by 6:30 for a chance to share your words, music, or art. Fifteen performers, five minutes each, endless vibes!

🛍️ Little City Thrifty Vintage Market
Saturday & Sunday • 12-6pm • WaterFire Arts Center • Providence
Dive into over 90 booths of vintage goodness—clothing, records, art, home decor, and more. Free parking, drink included, and treasures waiting to be discovered.

🎃 Pumpkin Palooza at Blackstone River Glass
Saturday • 11am-6pm • Blackstone River Glass • Cumberland
Join a free fall open house with glass pumpkin demos, live pumpkin carving, artisan vendors, and fall treats by the riverside. Create, shop, and soak up autumn magic in molten glass form!

✏️ Once Upon a Line at PPL
Saturday • 1:30-2:30pm • Providence Public Library • Providence
Bring stories to life through playful sketching games in the library’s beautiful Mural Room. Guided by artist Kit Miklik, enjoy prompts, music, and a creative hour where imagination fills the page. Supplies provided!

🔥 WaterFire Providence – Full Lighting
Saturday • 5:30pm • Downtown Providence
Wander along the river as 80+ bonfires blaze over the three rivers. Enjoy onshore music, food vendors, artisan booths, and dancing shadows in the firelight. A free, magical night you won’t want to miss!

Rhody Kids

🎃 Fall Family Fun Fest at Harbor Lights
Saturday • 12-3pm • Harbor Lights • Warwick
Celebrate autumn with games, crafts, and family contests like sack races and tug-of-war. Savor fall treats, sip cocoa or cider, and enjoy plenty of laughs. Free admission for an afternoon of festive fun!

🌿 Fall Festival at Lavender Waves Farm
Saturday • 9am-2pm • Lavender Waves Farm • South Kingstown
Meet camels and alpacas, sip lavender lemonade, shop local art, and enjoy treats from the food truck. With crafts, scavenger hunts, raffles, and more, it’s the farm’s final festive visit of 2025!

🍁 Wildwood Fall Fest
Saturday & Sunday • 11am-5pm • Wildwood Nurseries • East Greenwich
Celebrate autumn with artisan vendors, food trucks, seasonal drinks, and live music. Shop mums and pumpkins, snap gazebo photos, and enjoy cozy vibes. Free community event- bring your flannel, friends, and festive spirit!

🍂 Norman Bird Sanctuary Harvest Fair
Saturday & Sunday • 10am-5pm • Norman Bird Sanctuary • Middletown
Join a beloved 51-year tradition with sack races, crafter’s tents, live music, and family games. Celebrate fall with food, fun, and community while supporting wildlife conservation at this award-winning New England festival!

🐾 Adoption Event at Dogtopia
Saturday  • 11am-1pm • Dogtopia • Warwick
Meet lovable pups from multiple rescues and maybe find your forever furry friend. Join the fun, spread the word, and help give these dogs a new home. People-only event, please!

✨ Character Con 2025
Saturday • 10am-2pm • Mulligan’s Island • Cranston
Step into a magical world with Bluey, Mario, princesses, and 20+ favorite characters. Enjoy meet and greets, performances, vendors, and kids’ activities. Tickets required with VIP early access and extra perks available!

See you next week!