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Army-Navy Weekend in Providence

For the first time in history, the Army-Navy Game presented by USAA will be played in New England, just a half hour from Providence at Gillette Stadium. If you're coming for the game, why not explore Providence while you're here…

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Unwrapping the Best Holiday Shopping Destinations

Embrace the holiday spirit with an abundance of incredible gifts awaiting you in and around Providence, perfect for crossing off your shopping list or indulging yourself with something special. Jump to: Hope Artiste Village PVD Pies Providence Art Club The Providence Flea Homestyle Hope Artiste…

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Shop Local for the Holidays in Providence's Neighborhoods

One of the many great things about living in Providence is its diverse and interesting neighborhoods. There are lots of places around the city to pick up the perfect holiday gift for everyone on your list. Jump to: Federal Hill Downtown Thayer and Hope Streets Wickenden Street and Wayland Square…

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Where to Visit Santa in the Providence Area

Jolly Old Saint Nick is coming to town ... well he's kind of already here. If you think a letter to Santa isn't enough, and want to make sure he knows exactly what you want for Christmas, then you'll need to visit with him in person. Here’s a list of places where Santa will be this holiday season…

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7 Not-to-Miss Holiday Events

We all know that the holidays can be stressful times. Between shopping for gifts for your second cousin's kid's nephew, and planning the perfect meal with all of the fixins (even lasagna for that one person who doesn't eat turkey), there seems to be no time to relax and enjoy the holiday spirit…

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A Sneak Peek Inside The Providence Flea Holiday Markets

The Providence Flea is holding its 11th Annual Holiday Markets starting Thanksgiving weekend with the first Night Market on Black Friday, Nov. 24 and following up on Sunday, Nov. 26, with markets every Friday night from 5:30–9:30 p.m. and every Sunday from 11 a.m.–3 p.m., through Dec. 17. Each…

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Holiday Hosting Like a Pro

One trend that has become increasingly popular in the past few years is called tablescaping. A byproduct of Southern hospitality, the idea is that when you entertain, you design your table around a theme, and use the most creative, interesting and high-quality items and foods to really wow your…

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Providence College Friars 2023/2024 Home Schedule

Providence College Friars men's basketball returns to the Amical Mutual Pavilion! The Friars are set to light up the court as they try their hand at making another run for March during the 2023–24 season. In addition to non-conference play, the Friars will host 10 BIG EAST Conference home games and…

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Dí​a de Los Muertos in Providence

Dí​a de Los Muertos is a Mexican tradition all about celebrating life and remembering our deceased loved ones. November 1–2 are considered to be the days where life on earth and life in the land of the dead come together. This is a time when the loved ones who have passed on return symbolically to…

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Spooky State House

Rhode Island’s stunning capital building will be the stage for the return of Spooky State House on Thursday, Oct. 26 from 5 to 7 p.m., hosted by Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore. This event is free and open to the public. Trick-or-treat at the Rhode Island State House, explore the building, meet…

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