Fall Festivals & Events in the Providence Area

Published: August 20, 2026

Fall in New England is one of the most beautiful times of the year. It's the perfect weather to enjoy festivals and events while taking in the colorful foliage. September and October are chock-full of fall activities, so take a look at a few of the festivals happening in and around Providence.

Rhode Island Seafood Festival – Sept. 12 & 13

This event brings together the best local purveyors of seafood and other fine fare, as well as beer,...

African Film & Arts Festival – Sept. 16–20

PVD World Music’s Annual African Film and Arts Festival shines a spotlight on...

Swell Folk Festival – Sept. 20

Swell Folk Festival is a free community music and arts festival coming to Lippitt Memorial Park in...

Columbus Day Festival – Oct. 9–12

The festival features more than 80 food, art and retail vendors, games and amusement rides. Choose...

Scituate Art Festival – Oct. 10–12

Now in its 60th year, this festival is a favorite Rhode Island Columbus Day weekend tradition.

Scituate Arts Festival in Providence Crowd

Providence HONK! Festival (PRONK!) – Oct. 12

This antidote to mainstream culture invites people to come together for the celebration of music.

Halloween and Fall Things To Do

Fall and Halloween season are here! Providence, RI offers plenty of spooky fun. Marvel at thousands of carved pumpkins at the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular, explore the city's haunted history on a Providence Ghost Tour, or enjoy cocktails at local haunts. Start planning your visit now.

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Nicholas Millard

Nicholas Millard is the Director of Digital Media at GoProvidence. He is also the in-house photographer/videographer for the PWCVB. When he is not taking pictures for the city, he loves spending time with his beautiful daughter Halleigh and sons Hunter, Logan and Gavin. Nicholas' hobbies include photography and guitar, one of which he is not very good at.

Fall Festivals & Events in the Providence Area

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