Three Nights of Lights in Providence, RI
December 5, 6 & 7

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Make the season bright during Providence’s Three Nights of Lights. This annual three-day festival includes fun for the whole family, with free citywide events, all incorporating the theme of light. The festivities include instillations and activations by WaterFire, FirstWorks and The Avenue Concept, tree lightings, live entertainment, holiday markets, and so much more.

Three Nights of Lights is typically held in late November or early December, so be sure to check back for 2024 dates.

Holiday Fun

Shop local for everyone on your holiday list, head to the theater for a festive show, check out neighborhood holiday markets and much more. There are scores of holiday happenings for all to enjoy.

New Year's Eve in Providence

Ring in the new year in Providence, Rhode Island. Home to award-winning restaurants and scores of great festivities, all located in a charming, walkable downtown.

Special Olympics Donut Week

This year’s Three Nights of Lights kicks off Special Olympics Donut Week, an annual initiative where Dunkin’ franchisees in Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts donate 25 cents from every donut sold to Special Olympics. Special Olympics Donut Week runs Saturday, Dec. 2 - Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023. Show your support for Special Olympics Rhode Island by visiting Dunkin' or donating online.

Snapshot of Last Year's Events

5 p.m. - Providence City Hall Tree Lighting

The tree lighting event includes live entertainment, a visit by Santa and more.

5 p.m. - Roving Selfie Station

Strike a pose at the Roving Selfie Station by Luke Renchen Entertainment, sponsored by Dunkin’.

5-9 p.m. - FirstWorks Multimedia Installation at Grace Episcopal Church

Experience this multimedia performance installation by artist collective MASARY Studios.

5-9 p.m. - The Avenue Concept's Nighttime Public Art Gallery

Murals and sculptures will be activated with lighting, sound and performances at various locations.

Ice Sculpture Garden

Stroll through a winter wonderland of ice sculptures at the BankNewport City Center.

5:30-9 p.m. - WaterFire Basin Lighting

Don't miss this WaterFire Basin Lighting at Waterplace Park with a visit from Santa, a holiday market and more.

5:30-9 p.m. - WaterFire's Holiday Winter Market

During WaterFire, get some shopping done at this market of local vendors in Waterplace Park.

5-9 p.m. - FirstWorks Multimedia Installation & Live Performance at Grace Episcopal Church

On Sat., Dec. 2 experience a live ensemble performance, as well as a multimedia installation by artist collective MASARY Studios.

5-9 p.m. - The Avenue Concept's Nighttime Public Art Gallery

Murals and sculptures will be activated with lighting, sound and performances at various locations.

Ice Sculpture Garden

Stroll through a winter wonderland of ice sculptures at the BankNewport City Center.

5-9 p.m. - FirstWorks Multimedia Installation at Grace Episcopal Church

Experience this multimedia performance installation by artist collective MASARY Studios.

CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER - Irish Step Dancing

Enjoy an Irish Step Dancing performance at 2 p.m. at The Providence Rink: Bank Newport City Center.

5-9 p.m. - FirstWorks Multimedia Installation at Grace Episcopal Church

Experience this multimedia performance installation by artist collective MASARY Studios.

Ice Sculpture Garden

Stroll through a winter wonderland of ice sculptures at the BankNewport City Center.

Buy Local

Keep it local and support Rhode Island’s renowned restaurants, eclectic shops, stellar arts organizations and fun family attractions. Find great ideas for shopping, dining and things to do throughout the state.

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Three Nights of Lights in Providence, RI December 5, 6 & 7

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Snapshot of Last Year's Events

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Three Nights of Lights in Providence, RI
December 5, 6 & 7