Rhode Island's premier pop culture event returns to the Amica Mutual Pavilion and the Rhode Island Convention Center. This three-day event features guests from the hottest properties, like Marvel, Star Wars, Star Trek, LOTR and others. Fans can meet the biggest names in voice acting, animation and comic book art. Vendors, panels, games and cosplay all round out this pop culture celebration! Rhode Island's premier pop culture event returns to the Amica Mutual Pavilion and the Rhode Island Convention Center. This three-day event features guests from the hottest properties, like Marvel, Star Wars, Star Trek, LOTR and others. Fans can meet the biggest names in voice acting, animation and comic book art. Vendors, panels, games and cosplay all round out this pop culture celebration!

The National Association of Black Storytellers, Inc. (NABS) proudly presents the 44th Annual National Black Storytelling Festival & Conference, to be held in Warwick, Rhode Island. This year’s theme, Unbreakable Spirit: Telling Our Story, 250 Years and Beyond, honors the enduring strength, cultural richness, and intergenerational legacy of Black storytelling in America.For over four decades, NABS has gathered tellers and listeners from across the African diaspora to celebrate our oral traditions through performance, fellowship, education, and community building. This year’s festival, co-hosted by Rhode Island Black Storytellers (RIBS), promises to be a powerful homecoming of voices, featuring dynamic storytelling concerts, workshops, youth programs, scholarly discussions, sacred rituals, and unforgettable cultural experiences. The National Association of Black Storytellers, Inc. (NABS) proudly presents the 44th Annual National Black Storytelling Festival & Conference, to be held in Warwick, Rhode Island. This year’s theme, Unbreakable Spirit: Telling Our Story, 250 Years and Beyond, honors the enduring strength, cultural richness, and intergenerational legacy of Black storytelling in America.For over four decades, NABS has gathered tellers and listeners from across the African diaspora to celebrate our oral traditions through performance, fellowship, education, and community building. This year’s festival, co-hosted by Rhode Island Black Storytellers (RIBS), promises to be a powerful homecoming of voices, featuring dynamic storytelling concerts, workshops, youth programs, scholarly discussions, sacred rituals, and unforgettable cultural experiences.

By Charles Dickens Original Music by Richard Cumming Directed by Taavon Gamble November 5 – December 31, 2026Dowling TheaterCelebrating 50 Years of Holiday CheerAs the clock strikes midnight on a fateful Christmas Eve, Ebenezer Scrooge gets an unexpected visit from the ghost of his former partner, Jacob Marley. In a world shaped by music, memory, and possibility, Scrooge is swept into a supernatural journey through past, present, and future. Along the way, he must confront what he has built, what he has lost, and what he still has: the power to change for the good of his community, and his very soul. This year’s 50th anniversary production, directed by company member Taavon Gamble, celebrates the beloved legacy of Trinity Rep’s annual tradition of reimagining the story anew each year. By Charles Dickens Original Music by Richard Cumming Directed by Taavon Gamble November 5 – December 31, 2026Dowling TheaterCelebrating 50 Years of Holiday CheerAs the clock strikes midnight on a fateful Christmas Eve, Ebenezer Scrooge gets an unexpected visit from the ghost of his former partner, Jacob Marley. In a world shaped by music, memory, and possibility, Scrooge is swept into a supernatural journey through past, present, and future. Along the way, he must confront what he has built, what he has lost, and what he still has: the power to change for the good of his community, and his very soul. This year’s 50th anniversary production, directed by company member Taavon Gamble, celebrates the beloved legacy of Trinity Rep’s annual tradition of reimagining the story anew each year.

Chris Hardwick is a comedian, actor, TV host, author, musician, writer, producer, and podcaster best known for his work as the host of the Emmy-nominated Talking Dead, the after-show which discusses all things The Walking Dead. His podcast, Id10t, attracts some of the world's most influential people, including Sir Paul McCartney, Jordan Peele, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Tom Hanks.Hardwick is also the host and executive producer of NBC's hit game show series The Wall, featuring everyday people and families competing for life-altering amounts of money. Previously, he hosted the two-time Emmy Award-winning Comedy Central show @midnight, a comedy game show which ran for six hundred episodes. His production company, Fish Ladder, has a first-look deal with AMC Studios where several projects are currently in development.Hardwick is one of today's top touring comedians and is currently performing his stand-up tour across America. He resides in California with his wife, Lydia, and their daughter, Dimity. Chris Hardwick is a comedian, actor, TV host, author, musician, writer, producer, and podcaster best known for his work as the host of the Emmy-nominated Talking Dead, the after-show which discusses all things The Walking Dead. His podcast, Id10t, attracts some of the world's most influential people, including Sir Paul McCartney, Jordan Peele, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Tom Hanks.Hardwick is also the host and executive producer of NBC's hit game show series The Wall, featuring everyday people and families competing for life-altering amounts of money. Previously, he hosted the two-time Emmy Award-winning Comedy Central show @midnight, a comedy game show which ran for six hundred episodes. His production company, Fish Ladder, has a first-look deal with AMC Studios where several projects are currently in development.Hardwick is one of today's top touring comedians and is currently performing his stand-up tour across America. He resides in California with his wife, Lydia, and their daughter, Dimity.

WaterFire is a multisensory experience that has drawn hundreds of thousands of visitors to the city. This series of bonfires installed on the three rivers of Downtown Providence entices with aromatic wood smoke, flickering firelight and enchanting music.Onshore programming and vendors open at 4:30 PM WaterFire is a multisensory experience that has drawn hundreds of thousands of visitors to the city. This series of bonfires installed on the three rivers of Downtown Providence entices with aromatic wood smoke, flickering firelight and enchanting music.Onshore programming and vendors open at 4:30 PM

Dave Matthews Band was the highest-ranked American headliner on Pollstar’s list of the “25 Most Popular Touring Artists of The Millenium,” coming in at No. 4. Since debuting in 1991, Dave Matthews Band has sold more than 25 million tickets, making them the second-largest ticket seller in history, and a combined 38 million CDs and DVDs. Named as a UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador in 2019, Dave Matthews Band has a long history of reducing its environmental footprint, going back to its first shows in 1991. This fall, the band will continue its partnership with Live Nation venues to further minimize the environmental footprint of its tour. 2026 marks the third year of the “On The Road To Zero Waste Tour,” which achieved a milestone of over 90% of fan-generated waste at Live Nation venues composted recycled or donated in previous years. Dave Matthews Band will once again join forces with environmental nonprofit REVERB, celebrating 21 years of partnership focused on making the music industry more sustainable and fan-driven action more measurable. In 2026, Dave Matthews Band continues its long‑standing support of The Nature Conservancy’s global reforestation efforts. Seven years strong, this work is rooted in a simple belief that healthy forests help create a healthier planet. With this year’s tour, the band will have planted a total of 7 million trees by the end of 2026. These trees help rebuild critical forests that clean our air and water, provide habitat for wildlife, and support a more stable climate for future generations. Learn more about this work with The Nature Conservancy at dmbtrees.org. Dave Matthews Band was the highest-ranked American headliner on Pollstar’s list of the “25 Most Popular Touring Artists of The Millenium,” coming in at No. 4. Since debuting in 1991, Dave Matthews Band has sold more than 25 million tickets, making them the second-largest ticket seller in history, and a combined 38 million CDs and DVDs. Named as a UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador in 2019, Dave Matthews Band has a long history of reducing its environmental footprint, going back to its first shows in 1991. This fall, the band will continue its partnership with Live Nation venues to further minimize the environmental footprint of its tour. 2026 marks the third year of the “On The Road To Zero Waste Tour,” which achieved a milestone of over 90% of fan-generated waste at Live Nation venues composted recycled or donated in previous years. Dave Matthews Band will once again join forces with environmental nonprofit REVERB, celebrating 21 years of partnership focused on making the music industry more sustainable and fan-driven action more measurable. In 2026, Dave Matthews Band continues its long‑standing support of The Nature Conservancy’s global reforestation efforts. Seven years strong, this work is rooted in a simple belief that healthy forests help create a healthier planet. With this year’s tour, the band will have planted a total of 7 million trees by the end of 2026. These trees help rebuild critical forests that clean our air and water, provide habitat for wildlife, and support a more stable climate for future generations. Learn more about this work with The Nature Conservancy at dmbtrees.org.

Performances: December 17 – 10:00am - Discover Dance December 17 – 7:00pm December 18 - 7:00pm December 19 – 1:00pm*, 6:30pm December 20 – 1:00pm*, 6:30pm December 23 – 6:30pm December 26 – 1:00pm*, 6:30pm December 27 – 1:00pm* *Meet the Stars add-on! Make memories to last a lifetime with the Nutcracker Meet the Stars post-show experience at all matinee performances! Guests will get a special swag bag and private access to the stars of The Nutcracker just moments after you see them center stage! A cherished holiday tradition returns, bringing sparkle, magic, and Rhode Island charm to the holiday season. Join Clara on her enchanting journey from a festive Christmas Eve celebration to the breathtaking Land of Sweets, where toy soldiers battle, snowflakes whirl, and dreams come vividly to life. Featuring stunning choreography by Yury Yanowsky, Tchaikovsky’s beloved score, and performances by Ballet RI’s professional company artists alongside local youth from across the community, The Nutcracker is a joyful celebration of wonder, imagination, and holiday magic for audiences of all ages. Performances: December 17 – 10:00am - Discover Dance December 17 – 7:00pm December 18 - 7:00pm December 19 – 1:00pm*, 6:30pm December 20 – 1:00pm*, 6:30pm December 23 – 6:30pm December 26 – 1:00pm*, 6:30pm December 27 – 1:00pm* *Meet the Stars add-on! Make memories to last a lifetime with the Nutcracker Meet the Stars post-show experience at all matinee performances! Guests will get a special swag bag and private access to the stars of The Nutcracker just moments after you see them center stage! A cherished holiday tradition returns, bringing sparkle, magic, and Rhode Island charm to the holiday season. Join Clara on her enchanting journey from a festive Christmas Eve celebration to the breathtaking Land of Sweets, where toy soldiers battle, snowflakes whirl, and dreams come vividly to life. Featuring stunning choreography by Yury Yanowsky, Tchaikovsky’s beloved score, and performances by Ballet RI’s professional company artists alongside local youth from across the community, The Nutcracker is a joyful celebration of wonder, imagination, and holiday magic for audiences of all ages.

Bert Kreischer’s career has evolved from Rolling Stone’s infamous “Number One Partier in the Nation” to one of the top-grossing stand-up comedians in the world—and a powerhouse entrepreneur, actor, producer, content creator, and entertainment brand. Named by Forbes as “one of the best storytellers of his generation,” Kreischer has parlayed his signature comedy and authenticity into a dynamic media empire. Bert Kreischer’s career has evolved from Rolling Stone’s infamous “Number One Partier in the Nation” to one of the top-grossing stand-up comedians in the world—and a powerhouse entrepreneur, actor, producer, content creator, and entertainment brand. Named by Forbes as “one of the best storytellers of his generation,” Kreischer has parlayed his signature comedy and authenticity into a dynamic media empire.

The original Broadway sensation returns to the road! Celebrating 20 years - Jersey style! They were just four guys from Jersey, until they sang their very first note. They had a sound nobody had ever heard… and the radio just couldn’t get enough of. But while their harmonies were perfect on stage, off stage it was a very different story -- a story that has made them an international sensation all over again. The show features all their hits including “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Oh What a Night,” “Walk Like a Man,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” “Beggin’” and “Working My Way Back to You.”  Go behind the music and inside the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons in the Tony Award®-winning, original Broadway sensation, JERSEY BOYS.  From the streets of New Jersey to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, this is the musical that’s too good to be true. The original Broadway sensation returns to the road! Celebrating 20 years - Jersey style! They were just four guys from Jersey, until they sang their very first note. They had a sound nobody had ever heard… and the radio just couldn’t get enough of. But while their harmonies were perfect on stage, off stage it was a very different story -- a story that has made them an international sensation all over again. The show features all their hits including “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Oh What a Night,” “Walk Like a Man,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” “Beggin’” and “Working My Way Back to You.”  Go behind the music and inside the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons in the Tony Award®-winning, original Broadway sensation, JERSEY BOYS.  From the streets of New Jersey to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, this is the musical that’s too good to be true.