Family Fun in Providence
Head to Providence and explore one of the nation's best zoos, let imaginations run wild at the children's museum, or ice skate in the center of downtown Providence. Take a look below for a variety of fun things to do with kids of all ages.
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Small State, Big Fun: A Family-Friendly Providence Itinerary
If you're searching for the perfect family getaway, Providence might just be your new favorite destination. It's absolutely packed with things to see, eat and do with kids in tow. From a world-class children's museum to one of the most unique outdoor experiences you'll find anywhere, Providence…
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Museums & Historic Attractions
Battleship Cove
- 5 Water Street
Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum
- 101 Ferry Road
Hall at Patriot Place presented by Raytheon
- One Patriot Place
International Tennis Hall of Fame
- 194 Bellevue Avenue
John Brown House Museum
- 52 Power Street
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium
- Roger Williams Park
Museum of Work & Culture
- 42 South Main Street
New Bedford Whaling Museum
- 18 Johnny Cake Hill
Newport Mansions of the Preservation Society
- 424 Bellevue Avenue
RISD Museum
- 224 Benefit Street
Roger Williams National Memorial
- 282 North Main Street
Tomaquag Museum
- 390 Summit Rd
Touro Synagogue
- 85 Touro St
Family-Friendly Events
A Bug's World at Roger Williams Park Zoo
- Roger Williams Park Zoo & Carousel Village
- May 17, 2026 - Aug 9, 2026
Azalea Days
- May 17, 2026 - May 31, 2026
City Sights by Sea: Narrated Boat Tours of Providence
- Providence River Boat Company
- May 17, 2026 - Oct 24, 2026
Gather Farm Goat Hikes
- Gather Farm
- May 17, 2026 - Dec 27, 2026
Glass Blowing Classes
- Gather: Glass Blowing Studio
- May 17, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
Ice Cream Making Classes
- The Cold Work Studio @ Gather Cafe
- May 17, 2026 - Dec 27, 2026
Monday Trivia at Diego’s East Side
- May 18, 2026 - May 8, 2028
Rhode Island in a Day Tour
- Experience Rhode Island Tours
- May 19, 2026 - Oct 29, 2026
Sunset Celebration with the Providence Drum Troupe
- May 19, 2026 - Jun 9, 2026
Warwick Food Truck Night - Crowne Plaza
- Crowne Plaza Providence Warwick
- May 21, 2026 - Oct 2, 2026
Food Truck Friday Newport
- May 22, 2026 - Aug 28, 2026
Food Truck Friday Roger Williams Park
- Roger Williams Park Zoo & Carousel Village
- May 22, 2026 - Sep 25, 2026
Wellness in the Park with Haus of Glitter
- May 22, 2026 - May 29, 2026
Gaspee Days Arts & Crafts Festival
- May 23, 2026 - May 25, 2026
Food Trucks & Concerts - Chase Farm 2026
- May 25, 2026 - Sep 5, 2026
Food Truck Concert Nights Diamond Hill Park
- FoodTrucksIn.com/Food-Truck-Events
- May 28, 2026 - Sep 12, 2026
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show on Earth
- Amica Mutual Pavilion
- May 29, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Xylos and Marimbas in the Park
- May 29, 2026 - Jun 25, 2026
WaterFire Boat Rides
- Providence River Boat Company
- May 30, 2026 - Nov 7, 2026
Wrapped in Nature - A Botanical Fashion Show
- May 31, 2026 - Jun 1, 2026
Haunted Boat Tours
- Providence River Boat Company
- Jun 3, 2026 - Oct 30, 2026
Fry Farm Food Truck Nights
- Jun 4, 2026 - Sep 3, 2026
Rhode Island Anime Con
- Rhode Island Convention Center
- Jun 6, 2026 - Jun 7, 2026
The Mill at Shady Lea Open Studios
- Jun 6, 2026 - Jun 7, 2026
Ice Cream Social & Food Trucks | Sacred Cow
- The Sacred Cow Ice Cream Shop
- Jun 7, 2026 - Sep 6, 2026
Food Trucks at Johnston Memorial Park
- Jun 11, 2026 - Jul 9, 2026
Movies on the Block 2026
- Jun 11, 2026 - Sep 10, 2026
Amy the Mime
- Jun 12, 2026 - Aug 22, 2026
WaterFire Boat Rides (Partial Lightings)
- Providence River Boat Company
- Jun 12, 2026 - Oct 3, 2026
Highlighted Things To Do
Providence Children's Museum
The Providence Children's Museum presents hands-on exhibit areas and lively programs designed for children ages 1 to 11 that explore the arts, culture, history and science. The museum offers exhibits and programs that are based on the developmental needs of children and embrace a wide range of learning styles and forms of expression.
WaterFire Providence
WaterFire Providence is a series of bonfires installed on the three rivers of downtown Providence. The event occurs several times a month from May to November and has become a "must see" for visitors to the city.
Providence Kayak
Discover Providence at your own pace as you paddle throughout the picturesque bridges, cobblestone walkways and green riverbanks of the Providence and Woonasquatucket Rivers, Riverwalk and Waterplace Park.
Providence Rink
The Providence Rink provides outdoor ice skating for adults and children plus a Subway concession area rink-side. The Providence Rink is available in the winter for private events on full ice, corporate and social outings, school groups, and in the summer as an event center. For all details about the winter ice skating season and the summer event center season,
Mulligan's Island
Adventure awaits at Mulligan’s Island! Imagine a picturesque getaway in the heart of Rhode Island that features every kind of golf experience for every kind of player. From our award winning 60 stall driving range to our Scottish designed 9-Hole Pitch n Putt Course, to Mini-Golf and our Par-3 Executive Golf Course - complete with water hazards and sand traps, we have it all! Our 64-acre Island escape also features baseball and softball batting cages and accommodations for group events.
New Bedford Whaling Museum
Choose from nine digital exhibits at the New Bedford Whaling Museum, including the "Grand Panorama of a Whaling Voyage ‘Round the World" — the longest painting in North America.
FUN ALL YEAR – WINTER, SPRING, SUMMER & FALL
Outdoor Activities & Sports
Despite being an urban capital city, Providence boasts an impressive array of green space and recreational opportunities.