This Weekend: What’s going on near you?
In Rhode Island:
Newport Folk Festival
Fort Adams State Park, Newport
Friday, July 26 to Sunday, July 28
Join us in 2024 for our 65th Anniversary. An American original since 1959, Newport Folk has been delivering legendary performances while working hard to help provide music education and grants to generations of artists.
Johnston’s Food Trucks Nights
Saturday, July 27
4:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
We return to the lush landscapes of Johnston Memorial Park for our second year. This year you can find us on select Thursdays and Saturdays for evening delights. New for 2024 now featuring the edition of beer and wine to elevate your experience. Immerse yourself in the friendly atmosphere of our food truck gatherings, enhanced with the smooth notes of live music. Celebrate the summer evenings with us, where great eats, chilled drinks, and the warmth of community spirit blend into the perfect recipe for unforgettable summer nights.
2024 PVD Artisans Opening Day in Lippitt Park
1015 Hope Street, Providence
Saturday, July 27
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
2024 is our 12th year in Lippitt Park, featuring the very best in handmade local art and fine crafts, and as always we are excited to be alongside the fabulous Hope Street Farmers Market! Art, fresh fruits and veggies, live music and food trucks too! Ugh a great experience, come visit!!
Blessing of the Fleet Narragansett
Memorial Square, Narragansett
Thursday, July 25 to Saturday, July 27
Check link for times
The Narragansett Lions Club held its first Blessing of the Fleet in the summer of 1972. Back in 1972, this was a 1-day event held in Galilee. Over the years, it grew into a beloved 2-day festival that includes a certified road race, a festive parade of boats, great food, live music, and people by the thousands making wonderful new memories. And starting in 2017, it was expanded to 3 days! Our Blessing of the Fleet Celebration includes 3 main events.
In Massachusetts:
Cambridge Jazz Festival
99 Sherman Street, Cambridge, MA
Saturday, July 27 to Sunday, July 28
The annual Cambridge Jazz Festival is back! Two-day-weekend fun with music, marketplace, beer garden, and more.
Learn more here.
Boston Children’s Summer Carnival
308 Congress Street, Boston, MA
Saturday, July 27
The Summer Carnival will feature different carnival games, a variety of performances throughout the night, music, as well as some carnival food available for purchase by the Milk Bottle. Do not miss out on all the fun—plus everyone will walk away with prizes!
Learn more here.
South County Vintage Market
711 Park Street, North Dartmouth, MA
Saturday, July 27 to Sunday, July 28
Entrance is free, starting at 11 a.m. Enjoy Running Brook Vineyard Winery and tasting room. The Wine room will be open for tastings, wine by the glass or bottle. Charcuterie packages for purchase and food trucks too. For the kids there will be hayrides, horse and pony rides and games. Watch the sunset on the patio gathered around the firepits with live music until 9 p.m.
Learn more.
95th Anniversary Bliss Block Party
711 Park Street, Attleboro, MA
Saturday, July 27 to Sunday, July 28
12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
On Saturday we’ll have lawn games, face painting, tye-dye, and ice cream! Featuring live music from the Superchief Trio Band! On Sunday the fun continues with 95¢ small ice cream and more live music, lawn games, and fun!
For full info.
Mansfield Farmer’s Market
6 Park Row, Mansfield, MA
Saturday, July 27
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
A farmers market is a fantastic place to learn about your community’s food system, give local companies your support, and enjoy fresh healthful food!
