Fall & Halloween Things To Do In The Providence Area

During the fall season, Providence, RI is brimming with ways to stir up some wicked fun. Don't miss the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo with its scores of illuminated and intricately carved pumpkins. Take a walk (or boat ride) on Providence's paranormal side on a Providence Ghost Tour and listen to some of the city's haunted tales.

Literary fans will be interested to learn that H.P. Lovecraft, famed author of horror fiction, lived most of his life in Providence. Visit his grave in Swan Point Cemetery and see some of the mysterious mementos his fans have left behind. Looking for something a little less spooky? How about a warm meal and some pumpkin-inspired ales and cocktails at a local haunt.

Book an overnight at one of the city’s fabulous hotels, and plan a fall getaway to Providence today.

Providence Tour Company

Choose between two ghostly adventures with the Providence Tour Company this spooky season! Dark Tales: A Haunted Authors of Providence dives into the lives and works of Edgar Allan Poe and H.P. Lovecraft, while Real Ghosts of Providence: A True Crime Ghost Tour explores the chilling history of downtown Providence.

Welcome to the Afterlife: Providence's Biggest Halloween Party!

It's Showtime! Step into the Afterlife on Saturday, Oct. 25, as the Providence G transforms into a fully immersive haunted experience with 3 massive parties under one roof. Roam freely between the Spooky Skyline on the Rooftop, the Haunted Masquerade Ball in the Ballroom, GPub’s Haunted Locker Room and a Late-Night Speakeasy that only the curious will discover.

Providence Ghost Tours

Discover Providence, RI's paranormal side with Providence Ghost Tours! We host at least one tour a day and are available for private tours for larger groups.

PYOF (Pick Your Own Fruit) — The Best Places in RI

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Fall Festivals & Events in the Providence Area

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.

PVD POV: Spooky Providence

In this spine-tingling episode of PVD POV, Alana Cerrone O'Hare and I dive into the eerie side of Providence with special guest Courtney, owner of Providence Ghost Tours. As the aptly nicknamed "Ghost Mom" of the city, Courtney shares stories from her ghost tours, including sneak peeks into some of…