Holiday Events
Browse through this selection of festive fun to celebrate the holiday season in Providence and beyond.
Featured Holiday Events
Rhode Island’s brightest annual walk-through experience, with more than 3.5 million lights, presented by RI Energy. Rhode Island’s brightest annual walk-through experience, with more than 3.5 million lights, presented by RI Energy.
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Shop local, enjoy festive food, entertainment, and holiday cheer at the PVD Downcity Holiday Market. Shop local, enjoy festive food, entertainment, and holiday cheer at the PVD Downcity Holiday Market.
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PVD Downcity Holiday Market
Ditch the endless scrolling and the mall-traffic headaches—this year, find your holiday spirit at Sons of Liberty. We’re celebrating our 12th Annual Whiskey Wonderland, and it’s officially the biggest, merriest event in our tasting room history.Join us for a weekend packed with local artisans, craft cocktails, live music, and the best food truck vibes in Rhode Island. Supporting small businesses doesn't just feel good—it powers our community.🗓️ Event Dates & TimesFriday, December 11, 5 PM – 9 PM (21+ only)Saturday, December 12,12 PM – 6 PM (21+ after 5 PM)🎨 30+ Local ArtisansCurated by Field of Artisans, this market showcases the most talented creators from across New England. "The Field" is more than a market; it’s a pop-up community built on creativity and connection.Pro-Tip: Half of our vendors rotate between Friday and Saturday! Come both days to experience an entirely new lineup of unique finds.🍕 Local Food TrucksPVD Food Truck Events is bringing the heat! Grab some comforting seasonal eats specifically chosen to pair perfectly with our winter drink menu.🎶 Live Music ScheduleGet ready to groove while you shop. We’re finalizing a lineup of local musicians who will keep the festive energy high all weekend long. Schedule coming soon!🍹 Seasonal SipsWhether you’re a whiskey purist or a cocktail lover, we’ve got you covered with a full menu of:Handcrafted Winter CocktailsFresh Draft Beer & Festive SangriaPremium Mocktails for the sober-curious📝 The Fine PrintAdmission: Free to attend—no tickets required!Families: Welcome on Saturday until 5 PM (21+ only after 5 PM).Pups: We are dog-friendly for leashed, well-behaved pups, though we recommend leaving them home due to the large crowds (service animals always welcome).Policy: No outside food or alcohol permitted.Stay tuned for more details! Artist Note: Vendor inquiries are handled exclusively through Field of Artisans. Please be wary of scam accounts or spam messages claiming to sell booth space. Ditch the endless scrolling and the mall-traffic headaches—this year, find your holiday spirit at Sons of Liberty. We’re celebrating our 12th Annual Whiskey Wonderland, and it’s officially the biggest, merriest event in our tasting room history.Join us for a weekend packed with local artisans, craft cocktails, live music, and the best food truck vibes in Rhode Island. Supporting small businesses doesn't just feel good—it powers our community.🗓️ Event Dates & TimesFriday, December 11, 5 PM – 9 PM (21+ only)Saturday, December 12,12 PM – 6 PM (21+ after 5 PM)🎨 30+ Local ArtisansCurated by Field of Artisans, this market showcases the most talented creators from across New England. "The Field" is more than a market; it’s a pop-up community built on creativity and connection.Pro-Tip: Half of our vendors rotate between Friday and Saturday! Come both days to experience an entirely new lineup of unique finds.🍕 Local Food TrucksPVD Food Truck Events is bringing the heat! Grab some comforting seasonal eats specifically chosen to pair perfectly with our winter drink menu.🎶 Live Music ScheduleGet ready to groove while you shop. We’re finalizing a lineup of local musicians who will keep the festive energy high all weekend long. Schedule coming soon!🍹 Seasonal SipsWhether you’re a whiskey purist or a cocktail lover, we’ve got you covered with a full menu of:Handcrafted Winter CocktailsFresh Draft Beer & Festive SangriaPremium Mocktails for the sober-curious📝 The Fine PrintAdmission: Free to attend—no tickets required!Families: Welcome on Saturday until 5 PM (21+ only after 5 PM).Pups: We are dog-friendly for leashed, well-behaved pups, though we recommend leaving them home due to the large crowds (service animals always welcome).Policy: No outside food or alcohol permitted.Stay tuned for more details! Artist Note: Vendor inquiries are handled exclusively through Field of Artisans. Please be wary of scam accounts or spam messages claiming to sell booth space.
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12th Annual Whiskey Wonderland Bazaar
Ditch the endless scrolling and the mall-traffic headaches—this year, find your holiday spirit at Sons of Liberty. We’re celebrating our 12th Annual Whiskey Wonderland, and it’s officially the biggest, merriest event in our tasting room history.Join us for a weekend packed with local artisans, craft cocktails, live music, and the best food truck vibes in Rhode Island. Supporting small businesses doesn't just feel good—it powers our community.🗓️ Event Dates & TimesFriday, December 11, 5 PM – 9 PM (21+ only)Saturday, December 12,12 PM – 6 PM (21+ after 5 PM)🎨 30+ Local ArtisansCurated by Field of Artisans, this market showcases the most talented creators from across New England. "The Field" is more than a market; it’s a pop-up community built on creativity and connection.Pro-Tip: Half of our vendors rotate between Friday and Saturday! Come both days to experience an entirely new lineup of unique finds.🍕 Local Food TrucksPVD Food Truck Events is bringing the heat! Grab some comforting seasonal eats specifically chosen to pair perfectly with our winter drink menu.🎶 Live Music ScheduleGet ready to groove while you shop. We’re finalizing a lineup of local musicians who will keep the festive energy high all weekend long. Schedule coming soon!🍹 Seasonal SipsWhether you’re a whiskey purist or a cocktail lover, we’ve got you covered with a full menu of:Handcrafted Winter CocktailsFresh Draft Beer & Festive SangriaPremium Mocktails for the sober-curious📝 The Fine PrintAdmission: Free to attend—no tickets required!Families: Welcome on Saturday until 5 PM (21+ only after 5 PM).Pups: We are dog-friendly for leashed, well-behaved pups, though we recommend leaving them home due to the large crowds (service animals always welcome).Policy: No outside food or alcohol permitted.Stay tuned for more details! Artist Note: Vendor inquiries are handled exclusively through Field of Artisans. Please be wary of scam accounts or spam messages claiming to sell booth space.
Perfect for all ages…a cherished holiday tradition returns with sparkle, magic, and Rhode Island flair. Join Clara on her enchanting journey from a festive Christmas Eve party to the dazzling Land of Sweets, where toy soldiers battle, snowflakes swirl, and dreams dance to life. With stunning choreography by Yury Yanowsky, beloved Tchaikovsky music, and a cast of Ballet RI company dancers and local youth, The Nutcracker is a timeless celebration of wonder, imagination, and the joy of the season. Showtimes vary; please see website. Perfect for all ages…a cherished holiday tradition returns with sparkle, magic, and Rhode Island flair. Join Clara on her enchanting journey from a festive Christmas Eve party to the dazzling Land of Sweets, where toy soldiers battle, snowflakes swirl, and dreams dance to life. With stunning choreography by Yury Yanowsky, beloved Tchaikovsky music, and a cast of Ballet RI company dancers and local youth, The Nutcracker is a timeless celebration of wonder, imagination, and the joy of the season. Showtimes vary; please see website.
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Ballet RI Presents: The Nutcracker
Perfect for all ages…a cherished holiday tradition returns with sparkle, magic, and Rhode Island flair. Join Clara on her enchanting journey from a festive Christmas Eve party to the dazzling Land of Sweets, where toy soldiers battle, snowflakes swirl, and dreams dance to life. With stunning choreography by Yury Yanowsky, beloved Tchaikovsky music, and a cast of Ballet RI company dancers and local youth, The Nutcracker is a timeless celebration of wonder, imagination, and the joy of the season. Showtimes vary; please see website.
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Celebrate the season at the Garden City Center Holiday Farmers Market, presented by Citizens, a festive pop-up experience in partnership with Rhode Island Night Market. Stroll through our cheerful outdoor market near the Gazebo and discover some of the region’s best local eats, farmers, and makers.The Garden City Center Holiday Farmers Market is proud to be part of the RI Grown program, celebrating food that’s grown right here in the Ocean State and supporting the local farmers and artisans who make it happen.Warm up with tasty bites from local favorites, browse handcrafted gifts, and find something special for everyone on your list, all while supporting small, local businesses. With twinkling lights, cozy vibes, and plenty of cheer, it’s the perfect way to kick off the holiday season at Garden City Center.Who’s at the Market?Click HERE to see who’s at the market this week!While the market is the main event, it’s just the beginning. Make a day of it: grab lunch on the patio at Sweetgreen, swing by Sweenor’s for a sweet treat, or wander your way through over 70 local and national favorites, all just steps away.The Holiday Farmers Market is free to attend, but please register at the link below so we know to expect you!
Rhode Island Christmas Festival
Christmas Preparations with the 1910 Household Staff
Enjoy a special holiday self-guided tour of Blithewold with a glimpse into the past. Meet members of the 1910 Blithewold household staff as they discuss the many ways they prepared the Manor and grounds to entertain guests and decorate the Big Tree for the first time! Learn how they juggled those duties while packing for the family's New Year's travel plans. Experience the Manor with only the soft glow of holiday lights as thousands of ornaments on dozens of Christmas trees reflect the flicker of candlelight and firelight. Arrival times are 5 PM and 6:30 PM. Arrival time is chosen when registering.
Twas The Night Before... by Cirque Du Soleil
Cirque du Soleil’s first-ever holiday-themed family theatrical, ’TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE…, makes its debut in Providence.It’s the holidays, and this year, things are different. For years, Isabella and her father have read “A Visit from Saint Nicholas” together. But this year Isabella feels like she’s outgrown the family tradition. What follows is a magical journey as the poem comes to life in a vibrant, festive flurry of love and cheer with the breathtaking acrobatics Cirque du Soleil is known for – from a mesmerizing aerial straps duo and daring hoop diving to gravity-defying hair suspension and high-energy dancing. The production is performed by a cast of 26 artists from around the world and features lovable characters alongside a soundtrack of Christmas favorites reimagined by Cirque du Soleil.Part of the Encore Series
Track 15 Tree Lighting
Kick off the holiday season with a little magic at Track 15! Join us on Black Friday from 4–6 PM for our annual Thanksgiving Tree Lighting celebration. Enjoy the festive sounds of VOX (Voices of Christmas) as they fill the hall with holiday cheer, grab a bite and a beverage from your favorite vendors, and gather with family and friends for a special evening.As dusk settles in, we’ll light our towering holiday tree and officially welcome the most wonderful time of the year. Bring the family, soak up the holiday spirit, and make Track 15 part of your Thanksgiving weekend tradition!
Rhode Island Lights Festival
Frequently Asked Questions
- What holiday shows can I see in Providence?
Holiday favorites include Trinity Rep’s “A Christmas Carol,” Ballet Rhode Island’s “The Nutcracker,” and festive concerts at the Providence Performing Arts Center. Check this page for this year’s lineup.
- When is Trinity Rep’s “A Christmas Carol”?
Trinity Rep stages “A Christmas Carol” every year from early November through December 31, reimagining the story with each new production. 2026 marks the tradition’s 50th anniversary.
- Where can I shop holiday markets?
Seasonal markets include Small Business Saturday SHOP RI, a free pop-up mall with more than 150 local vendors, and the Providence Flea’s indoor holiday market at Farm Fresh RI Market Hall on Sundays.
- What is the WaterFire Holiday Basin Lighting?
It’s a festive December lighting of WaterFire’s bonfires in downtown Providence, with onshore activities and vendors opening in the late afternoon.
- Where can I celebrate New Year’s Eve?
Many Providence restaurants offer special New Year’s Eve menus and celebrations. Browse this page for upcoming New Year’s events as they’re added.
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