Events In Providence, RI

Your up-to-date guide to what’s happening around Providence this week and beyond.
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February 19th - March 5th, 2026

Downtown Providence will again become a winter wonderland for the Lumina 2026 Festival. This year features Maestro, human-powered illuminated musical note sculptures, and the immersive Iceberg Trail of glowing iceberg forms, plus Taylor Swift’s World photo moments and Starlight, a centerpiece set of illuminated stars.

This Week in Providence

Looking for events in Providence? Our local calendar highlights what’s happening this week and through the month — festivals, markets, live music, family activities, and more — so you can see everything in one place.

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What to know as potholes return to Rhode Island roads

What to know as potholes return to Rhode Island roads

Potholes have returned to Rhode Island roads, posing risks to drivers and potentially causing costly vehicle…
March 2, 2026
Protestors rally against Trump’s military action in Iran

Protestors rally against Trump’s military action in Iran

On Monday evening, protesters in Providence, Rhode Island, rallied against the Trump administration's military actions in…
March 2, 2026
California jury awards nearly $19M to former Providence councilor struck in state park

California jury awards nearly $19M to former Providence councilor struck in state park

A Monterey County jury awarded nearly $19 million to a former Providence city councilor who was…
March 2, 2026

Providence Yard Sale Map

Alongside local events, we maintain a Providence Yard Sale Map that helps residents find weekend sales across town. Each listing includes the address, dates, and details so you can plan your stops before heading out. New yard sales are added throughout the week, and anyone in Providence can submit their own listing to appear on the map.

It’s an easy way to see what’s happening in the neighborhoods—whether you’re shopping for bargains or hosting a sale of your own.

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