End of the Summer Not-To-Miss Festivals

August 6–11: Grab some popcorn, sit back, and take in a movie — or two or three … — at the Rhode Island International Film Festival. Film buffs can look forward to screenings of hundreds of films from across the globe.

August 10–11: This year's Blues Fest will feature up-and-coming and established blues musicians from across New England. From traditional sounds to more modern blues rock sounds, the lineup will give you a taste of everything the genre has to offer.

August 22–25: Check out some Lovecraft films at this film fest, a collaboration between the H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival and the Lovecraft Arts & Sciences Council, with the partnership of the Rhode Island School of Design.

August 24: Enjoy live music, animal encounters and more at Rhode Island's largest outdoor beer festival.

September 7: The Rhode Island Chinese Dragon Boat Races & Taiwan Day Festival is an extraordinary event for the whole family to enjoy.

This event brings together the best local purveyors of seafood and other fine fare, as well as beer, wine and spirits from Ocean State producers.

September 14: Join the PawSox as they say cheers to the summer on the field with food trucks and craft beer festivities.

September 14: Enjoy live music, artists, and local food and beverages at the waterfront India Point Park in Providence.