RI Air Show
Watch planes and aircrafts soar and spin in the sky this weekend at the Rhode Island National Guard’s Air Show, featuring the USAF Thunderbirds. Bring along blankets and lawn chairs and settle down for some amazing aerial tricks. Donations will benefit Hasbro Children’s Hospital, so you can enjoy the show and support a local organization. Saturday and Sunday. Free. 1 Hercules Drive, North Kingston. More info…
Cirque du ¡CityArts!
Step right up for a night of raffles, games, and interactive math and science themed art installations. At Cirque du ¡CityArts! you’ll be able to enjoy live music from The New Providence Big Band and food from Russell Morin Catering. All proceeds will benefit CityArts which offers free art and music classes to children to encourage growth and creativity. Friday. $65. 62 Prospect Street, Providence. More info…
StyleWeek Swim
We might not technically be in summer yet, but this nice weather certainly has all of our minds on one thing: hitting the water. But before you splash around, you need to find the perfect summer wear, right? Head on over to StyleWeek Swim runway event for ample inspiration from New England designers, and check out the bar before the show for some snacks and cocktails. Sunday. The Rooftop at the Providence G , 100 Dorrance Street. More info…
Shelter Arcade Bar Opening
Looking for some retro 90’s fun? Check out the opening of the Shelter Arcade, Southeastern New England’s first – and only – arcade bar. Outfitted with all your favorite arcade and pinball machines like Donkey Kong, Ms Pac Man and NBA Fastbreak, Shelter Arcade Bar is the perfect summer hotspot. Bring all your quarters and enjoy some craft beer while you play. Friday. 111 Dike Street, Providence. More info…
Newport Polo Lufthansa Cup
Check out this weekend’s polo match to see Newport veteran players face off against up-and-comers in a rivalry that lasts “all season long.” Enjoy gourmet picnic fare, catered by Russell Morin, as you watch the teams duke it out. Bring enough chairs for the whole family, or purchase tickets to sit at the tables. You’ll want a good seat for this one. Saturday. $12-20. 250 Linden Lane, Portsmouth. More info…
British Motor Car Festival
The British are coming and bringing all of their amazing motor cars. Complete with a British marketplace where you can find car parts and all kinds of regalia, this festival is perfect for any anglophile. Rumor has it that a Queen will be making an appearance, so you don’t want to miss this. All weekend. $15, kids in for free. Various locations, Bristol. More info…
Barrington Arts Festival
The second annual Barrington Arts Festival is happening this weekend, and it’s the perfect event for the whole family. Come out for live music by The Rhode Island Wind Ensemble, food, and artist’s demonstrations. Meet the artists as they showcase their work and celebrate the thriving arts community here in Rhode Island. Sunday. Historic Town Hall, County Road, Barrington. More info…
USA Gymnastics Championships at the Dunkin' Donut Center
Get ready to tumble! Or, you know, watch the professionals do it at the 2016 USA Gymnastics Championships. This six-day competition will include the Olympic selection event for rhythmic gymnastics for the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. Come out and watch these amazing athletes do amazing jumps and tricks. All weekend. $25. One La Salle Square, Providence. More info…
Bacon Fest on Block Island
If you’re one of those people that enjoys bacon in everything, then you need to head to the Poor People’s Pub for the third annual Bacon Fest. Chefs from island restaurants will be pulling out all the stops to create dishes to feed your bacon craving. The best part? The event will benefit the Block Island Conservancy, so you can crunch on that bacon strip for a good cause. Saturday. $16. Poor People’s Pub, 33 Ocean Avenue, Block Island. More info…
Festival of Historic Houses
The East Side of Providence is known for it's historic architecture, and this weekend you get the opportunity to experience it first hand. Providence Prservation Society is opening the doors on several currently-lived in homes dating back to the 18th century for theeir 37th annual Festival of Historic Homes. Saturday, 10am-4pm. T$35-$55. 176 Benefit Street, Providence. 831-7440. More info...
Star Wars Night at McCoy Stadium
The PawSox slug it out agains Louisville at home this weekend, but the extra bonus on Saturday night are the fireworks. And not just any fireworks, but an all out nerd extravaganza as the show will be set to John Williams' classic Star Wars score. Expect a decent showing of local cosplayers doing their best Darth Vader and Jedi for the delight of fans young and old. Saturday. $13. McCoy Stadium, 1 Columbus Avenue, Pawtucket. More info...
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