Events in Pawtucket
Cornhole League for Singles 35-49
This is a singles cornhole league for ages 35 to 49, featuring an evening of friendly competition from 6 PM to 9 PM at the Providence location listed for the event. Event ended and sales are no longer available.
Track 15POP-UP: Jan Gendron — PAWTUCKET ARTS COLLABORATIVE
Stop by the Pawtucket Arts Collaborative for a pop-up solo exhibit featuring Jan Gendron’s visual journey from 1968 to 2026, including landscapes, portraiture, figurative works, and additional pieces by family members. There’s an opening reception on Friday evening, with gallery viewing hours scheduled across multiple days including Saturday and Sunday afternoons.
Pawtucket Arts CollaborativeSummer Love
Spend an afternoon creating your own 16×20 painting in Paint and Vino’s in-studio session. You’ll get to paint in a fun, creative atmosphere, with a complimentary beverage included (soda, beer, or wine for 21+ with valid ID), and additional drinks available for purchase. This class is recommended for ages 14 and up, and the studio opens 30 minutes before the session so you can arrive, park, and get settled.
Paint and VinoDraw the Line
Draw the Line delivers an officially endorsed tribute to Aerosmith, formed in the Boston area just like the band they honor. Set at Fall River Heritage State Park, the performance centers on authenticity from a group rooted where Aerosmith began.
Fall River Heritage State ParkDan Moretti
Dan Moretti & Brazilia brings a high-energy blend of Latin rhythms and jazz, featuring an all-star cast of internationally based musicians. Expect sophisticated Latin and Brazilian jazz textures along with standout performances from the ensemble’s saxophone, bass, piano, percussion, and drums. Doors open in the evening, with the show starting shortly after.
Narrows Center for the ArtsKISMET COMMUNITY IMPROV SHOWCASE
Come enjoy three inventive longform improv takes created and performed by Kismet Community members. ESPANGLISH blends workplace comedy in both Spanish and English, SPOOKY STORIES TO TELL ON STAGE brings the spooky tales to the stage, and THE FUNNY PAGES turns the Sunday Comics into live comedy. Doors open at 8:40 PM, with the show starting at 9:00 PM. Tickets are $10 online in advance or $15 at the door.
Kismet ImprovASA Color Run
Join for the All Star Athletes Annual Color Run, a fun run for participants of all ages. Each runner gets a white ASA t-shirt to wear during the event, and you will get covered in colorful powder at multiple markers throughout the course. After the race, the celebration continues with a Finish Festival featuring music, dancing, and other activities.
Slater Memorial ParkOpening Night Ceremony
Kick off the Rhode Island International Film Festival’s 44th edition with a special Opening Night Ceremony featuring a standout lineup of premiere short films from around the world. Doors open at 6:00 PM, and the ceremony begins in the evening at Providence Performing Arts Center.
Providence Performing Arts CenterDisruptHR Rhode Island 4.0
DisruptHR Rhode Island 4.0 is an in-person evening for HR professionals, focused on networking and hearing from industry experts, thought leaders, and innovators. Expect an energetic event with discussions meant to challenge the status quo and spark new ideas in HR. Doors open at 5:20 PM, with the event running for about 3 hours. Parking is free, and the event is for ages 21+.
The Event Factory Kitchen & StageFish Fun(d) 2026
Fish Fun(d) is a party and fundraiser celebrating the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council’s 25th anniversary. Come in costume and enjoy live music, food and beverages, a silent auction, and a costume contest inspired by the local watershed. The event also includes a pre-party Greenway bike tour led by the Red Shed bike programs team. It’s a great way to meet others who care about the river ecosystem while supporting a nonprofit.
Farm Fresh Rhode IslandTHURSDAY NIGHT VIBES
Kismet’s Thursday Night Vibes is an independent comedy show with new acts each week. One member of Kismet’s Thursday Night House Vibes Team is joined by local independent comedy performers. Doors open at 7:30 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM.
Kismet ImprovLily Rhodes: Mount Hope Farmers Market
Catch an indie folk performance by Lily Rhodes at Mt Hope Farm. The show starts at 9:00 AM on Saturday as part of the Mount Hope Farmers Market festivities.
Mt Hope FarmFirstWorks Summer Beats Concerts: Pedro Pastor
Catch Pedro Pastor live for the FirstWorks Summer Beats Concerts series. The singer-songwriter brings a mix of styles inspired by Latin America and Spain, blending sounds like cumbia, flamenco, funk, and more. Expect an energetic, message-driven performance from an artist who has played hundreds of shows across many countries.
195 District Park“Bloom & Brush” conectando con color
Join a welcoming in-person art experience where you can gather, create, and connect through color. Bloom & Brush is all about art, beauty, flowers, inspiration, and meaningful connection, with a total session length of about two hours.
Slater Memorial ParkDan Frost
Catch Dan Frost live at News Cafe in Pawtucket. The show is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM.
News CafeSUNDAY SINGLE DAY
Spend Sunday at Island Rhodes with daytime festival access, including entry to all performances and access to the GA seating and festival grounds. Ticket types are available for standard GA, GA Floor, and a VIP Pit plus Riverlounge option, with VIP adding access to the Riverlounge area by the river along with the pit. Food and drink are available for purchase throughout the festival, and there are free water fill-ups or stations in the grounds. Children 8 and under can enter GA areas for free with a ticketed adult.
Centreville Bank StadiumVisiting Artist Studio Talk - Charles Lewton-Brain
Stop by The Bench Jewelry and Metalsmithing Studio for a studio talk featuring guest jeweler Charles Lewton-Brain. You’ll hear about his creative journey, learn about his techniques, and get insights into his unique approach to metalsmithing and jewelry design. It’s a great chance to connect with other artists, students, and handmade craft fans, and celebrate the studio community. The session runs for about two hours.
The Bench - Jewelry and Metalsmithing StudioHaus of Codec Third Friday Market at Farm Fresh Rhode Island
Stop by Farm Fresh Rhode Island for Haus of Codec’s Third Friday Marketplace. This free, all-ages event runs from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM and features local art vendors, a name change clinic, and a fun vendor bingo with prizes. There’s also free parking available, and you can register only if you plan to attend as a vendor.
Farm Fresh Rhode IslandCloud Nothings
Cloud Nothings are set to perform at Machines with Magnets in Pawtucket. Tickets are available through Bandsintown.
The Venue at Machines with MagnetsTHE CREATIVE CAPITAL VENDOR &ARTISAN FESTIVAL
The Creative Capital Vendor and Artisan Festival is a three-day weekend celebration focused on handmade goods, local art, and community. You can shop for one-of-a-kind products like original artwork, specialty foods, jewelry, clothing, home décor, candles, and more, all from independent creators and local businesses. The festival runs in person at the WaterFire Arts Center and is family-friendly, with lots of things to browse throughout the weekend.
The WaterFire Arts CenterForged Hoop Earring Workshop
Forge and solder your own custom hoop earrings in brass and silver at this hands-on metalsmithing workshop. You will learn basic techniques using a torch and hammers, including bending, texturing, and shaping the metal. Starting with thick brass wire and building up to silver, you will leave with two finished pairs of hoop earrings with sterling silver posts. No prior experience is needed, and materials like copper/brass rod and silver posts are included.
The Bench - Jewelry and Metalsmithing StudioPilates Fundraiser for Haus of Codec 8/25
Join a FUN fundraiser Pilates class in a greenhouse jungle setting. This all-levels session supports youth in the LGBTQQIA+ community experiencing homelessness, with proceeds from every last Tuesday going to Haus of Codec. Bring a mat, water bottle, and a towel, and come ready for an energizing workout with bubbly music.
Jordan's JungleTHURSDAY NIGHT VIBES
Catch Kismet Improv’s Thursday Night Vibes, an independent comedy show with new acts each week. Doors open at 7:30 PM and the show begins at 8:00 PM, running through 10:00 PM. The lineup includes local independent comedy performers, plus one member of Kismet’s Thursday Night House Vibes Team.
Kismet ImprovThe Providence Pancakes & Booze Art Show
Get ready for a high-energy night of underground art at The Met. This one-night show brings together 50+ local artists with 200+ original pieces, plus live body painting and unlimited free pancakes all night long. The bar is also part of the fun, and the event runs from the opening in the evening through midnight, with the bar often staying open later depending on the crowd.
The Met