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April - October, Waterfire Providence
Sixty bonfires illuminate the waters of the Providence River during this magical outdoor event. Created by award-winning artist Barnaby Evans, Waterfire Providence graces the newly reclaimed Providence riverfront with an exhilarating combination of music and light. Stroll along cobbled riverbank walkways leading to Waterplace park, or paddle a canoe or kayak on the river itself as the dramatic fires dance atop the water and fill the air with the rich scent of burning cedar logs. Music, reflecting a variety of cultures and rhythms, reverberates from Venetian-style bridges. Waterfire typically occurs every other Saturday evening and night. For information call: (401) 272-3111
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July 16-18, 29th Annual South County Heritage Seafood Festival
Held at Marina Park. Live bands, lobster dinners, chowder & clam cakes, arts & crafts, children's rides and puppet shows. Sponsored by the South Kingstown Lions.
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August 3,10,17,24,31, Big Screen Movies on the Beach
Held on the Westerly beaches. Classic, animated family films shown on a giant movie screen on the beach. Call for exact location. For information call: (401)596-7761
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September 4-6, Zydeco Cajun Bluegrass Music and Dance Festival
West Greenwich, Stepping Stone Ranch. Cajun and zydeco music, blues, country, R & B and swing. Family cultural event with children's activities, cajun and creole food, continuous music, dance and music workshops and cultural workshops. For information call: (401)351-6312
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September 9-12, The Gravity Games
This inaugural sports, lifestyle and music festival sponsored by NBC Sports and EMAP Petersen, Inc., will debut in Providence, RI. Athletes will compete in seven "adrenaline-based" sports including bicycle stunt, inline skating, skateboarding, street luge, wakeboarding and freestyle motorcross competitions contested on innovative downhill, vertical and street courses. The Gravity Games will also offer top prize money and feature a multi-faceted interactive festival environment with lifestyle components from music and fashion to food and film. For information call: (401) 222-2601
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October 30, Halloween, Harvest, and Holly Happening
Tiverton, Amicable Congregational Church. A fun-filled day featuring a wide variety of holiday crafts, baked goods, local produce, and a 'Tea Room' serving sandwiches, beverages and desserts. Prizes awarded to all participants in children's Halloween costume parade. Turkey dinner served at 6 p.m.
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November 20, Thanksgiving for the Animals
Providence, Roger Williams Park Zoo. Help feed the zoo's wild, free roaming animals by bringing an edible ornament to hang for all the birds and bunnies. For information call: (401)785-3510
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December 2-5, Festival of Lights
North Kingstown, Wickford Village. The charm of this historic colonial village comes alive as thousands of beautiful white lights transform it into a winter wonderland. A tree lighting, window decorating contest, hayrides, music and entertainment will be a part of the festivites. For information call: (401)294-1481
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December 1-31, Christmas in Newport
Month-long city-wide holiday celebration captivates visitors of all ages. Famed mansions, quaint churches, and Colonial homes feature magnificent decorations and symbolic luminaria. Special holiday festivities include: concerts, candlelight, tours, Festival of Trees, Turtle Frolic, Holly Ball and visits by St. Nick! For information call: (401)849-6454
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