Providence is bustling with activities this weekend and beyond. Here’s a curated list of events to consider:
Friday, May 15, 2026
Wellness in the Park with Haus of Glitter
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: [Location not specified]
Join the Haus of Glitter for a healing wellness series focusing on care, healing, justice, and freedom. This event is part of a series held every Friday afternoon in May.
Food Truck Fridays
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: [Location not specified]
Enjoy a free outdoor festival featuring over 15 food trucks, live entertainment, and activities. This event runs every Friday from April 17 to September 25, 2026.
Roller Skating at The Providence Rink
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: The Providence Rink
Roller skating returns to The Providence Rink, offering rentals and discounted admission for a fun spring weekend activity.
Elefante Concert
Time: 9:00 PM
Location: The Strand Ballroom and Theatre
Experience a live performance by Elefante. This 18+ event offers various reserved seating options and general admission standing tickets.
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Yoga for Everybody
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: [Location not specified]
Accessible yoga classes led by Mimi Bduncik, focusing on building strength and cultivating peace. Limited to 15 participants, starting at 8:45 AM.
Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month at the AAPI History Museum
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: AAPI History Museum, Providence
The museum will host weekly hands-on activities throughout May to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month.
Chalk Art Festival at The Providence Rink
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: The Providence Rink
Artists of all ages are invited to create vibrant pavement art in downtown, featuring competitions and crowd-voted awards.
Looking Ahead
WaterFire Providence – Celebrating WaterFire’s 500th Lighting
Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Location: Downtown Providence
Experience the 500th lighting of WaterFire, a multisensory event featuring bonfires on the rivers of Downtown Providence, accompanied by enchanting music.
For more events and details, visit the respective event websites or local listings. Enjoy your time in Providence!