Three Nights of Lights in Providence, RI
December 5, 6 & 7, 2024

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

Gallery Night will offer three free guided trolley and walking tours leaving from the Graduate Providence, including a guest-hosted tour by Rhode Island Monthly Editor-in-Chief and Avenue Concept Board Chair Jamie Coelho. This is a fun way to check out some galleries and "Buy Art" for the holidays. Tours will stop at partner galleries exhibiting small works/buy art shows, The Avenue Concept's Illuminated Avenue activation and will include a warming stop for a complimentary wine tasting at ENO Fine Wines. Tours are on a first-come, first-served basis — no advance sign-ups necessary!   

LoveShackFancy is popping up in The Beatrice for an exclusive shopping event. Treat yourself or pick out the perfect gift in the lobby of the hotel.

Stroll this FREE Curated Pathway connecting Three Nights of Lights activities through Downcity from Fulton St. to Westminster St., with an Eddy Street pop-up exhibit! You'll find an interactive sculpture experience with artists, a warm-up party station at The Salon, streetscape lighting along Fulton and Westminster streets, and illumination of AS220's Shepard Fairey mural.

Step into a glowing world of light and music that you have a hand in creating! This interactive sound and light instrument for spontaneous, cooperative composition is comprised of 25 cubes representing individual notes in spatial dimension and time. Unique sound and light scores are created with each audience engagement.

The Ice Sculpture Garden returns to Biltmore Park for a second year! Browse the frozen creations by Art in Ice and don’t forget to pose for photos, tagging @GoProvidence and #ChillPVD. Sponsored by The Capital Grille, the Downtown Providence Parks Network and RMO PR. 

Grant's Block transforms into an enchanting outdoor holiday marketplace to gather, shop, drink, eat and support local businesses. Nearby shops and restaurants will be serving holiday cheer with specials, curated gifts and holiday programming.

This festive tree lighting event features live musical performances by two youth choirs and headliner Chachi Carvalho, a Santa Parade, Trinity Rep carolers, food trucks and more!

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

Strike a pose at the Roving Selfie Station by Luke Renchen Entertainment. Sponsored by Johnson & Wales University.

Bring the kiddos to the Gingerbread Breakfast at the Graduate with a brunch buffet, children's activities, a gingerbread kit from Ellie's, arts and crafts, performers from "The Nutcracker" and more! Space is limited – reserve your tickets now!

Check off everyone on your holiday gift-giving list and save 25% on selected seating and performances for most upcoming shows at PPAC and The VETS. Stop by the PPAC Box Office window or call 401.421.ARTS (2787) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Or shop online all day with promo code MISTLETOE at ppacri.org or BALSAM at thevetsri.com from 12:01 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.

LoveShackFancy is popping up in The Beatrice for an exclusive shopping event. Treat yourself or pick out the perfect gift in the lobby of the hotel.

Stroll this FREE Curated Pathway connecting Three Nights of Lights activities through Downcity from Fulton St. to Westminster St., with an Eddy Street pop-up exhibit! You'll find an interactive sculpture experience with artists, a warm-up party station at The Salon, streetscape lighting along Fulton and Westminster streets, and illumination of AS220's Shepard Fairey mural.

Grant's Block transforms into an enchanting outdoor holiday marketplace to gather, shop, drink, eat and support local businesses. Nearby shops and restaurants will be serving holiday cheer with specials, curated gifts and holiday programming.

Don't miss this WaterFire lighting with a visit from Santa, holiday decorated trees, a Starry Starry Night art installation, a holiday market and more. WaterFire will be lit from Market Square to Memorial Park.

Warm up with a hot chocolate station at the Aloft Providence Downtown and enjoy a performance by Whitney Sanchez.

The Ice Sculpture Garden returns to Biltmore Park for a second year! Browse the frozen creations by Art in Ice and don’t forget to pose for photos, tagging @GoProvidence and #ChillPVD. Sponsored by The Capital Grille, the Downtown Providence Parks Network and RMO PR. 

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.

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.

Downtown Providence will be bright and full of cheer, courtesy of the city's Illuminate PVD program, which includes snowflakes projected onto City Hall, 5-foot illuminated snowflakes throughout the city, life-sized holiday ornaments and other colorful lighting installations.