This weekend in Pawtucket, RI

Enjoy the Providence Artisans Fall Fest at Lippitt Memorial Park, part of the Providence Artisans Market’s 14th annual season. The market features more than 300 local artists over 27 consecutive Saturdays and takes place alongside the Hope Street Farmers Market. Look for fine art, fresh fruits and vegetables, food trucks, and live music in a family-friendly atmosphere. Artists interested in participating can apply through the event’s application link.

Led by Providence City Councilor Justin Roias, this North End neighborhood clean-up focuses on building a community free of litter and illegal dumping. Neighbors are encouraged to take responsibility for their own blocks and to identify vacant lots, parks, corners, or streets that need attention. While every spot cannot be covered at once, shared effort helps ensure no part of the neighborhood is overlooked and that streets look better by the time everyone heads home.

After a long, hot season, this gathering centers on rehydrating the body, mind, and soul. Participants move through a guided flow of self-care, healing, and creative experiences, receiving a service from each practitioner along the way. The day features sound healing, meditation, and art, along with brunch snacks, lunch, and a smoothie to take with you. Personalize the experience by choosing from options such as Reiki, a gel or regular manicure, a Japanese head spa, a wash and blowout, a facial, a card reading, tooth gems, or a brow tint and wax. The package is valued at $500 and offered for $199. Space is limited.

Experience Blackstone Valley from the water on a guided kayak tour lasting 90 minutes. The route explores Valley Falls Mill Pond and Firestone Cove on the Blackstone River, with views of historic mills and peaceful scenery. Wildlife sightings are possible, including egrets, painted turtles, cormorants, osprey, and even Sam, a solitary mute swan. Sessions require a minimum number of participants to run. If that minimum is not met, participants will be notified 48 hours in advance, and if it is met, a reminder will be sent. All tours are dependent on river conditions. These outings are popular and often reach capacity, so advance reservations are encouraged. For comfort on the water, bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, a bathing suit, and water.

Learn how insects create their remarkable sounds, then make a simple instrument to take home. Afterward, take a quiet walk through the park and tune your ears to the chirps, buzzes, and clicks of nature’s orchestra. Presented by the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council in partnership with 15 Minute Field Trips, this family-friendly walk mixes science, creativity, and play while exploring nearby plants, animals, and habitats. Guided by Melissa of 15 Minute Field Trips, each outing features hands-on learning and chances to observe wildlife up close. The route moves at an easy, exploratory pace and usually covers about a mile. The Greenway is paved and wheelchair accessible, although it is not maintained for snow or ice in winter. There are no on-site restrooms or water. Parking is limited at the Manton Outdoor Classroom, including accessible spaces, with overflow parking available nearby. The program is primarily conducted in English.

Spend a relaxing Saturday evening on a river cruise, taking in scenic views and the sounds of nature with sunlight glinting across the water. It is well suited for date nights, a casual outing with friends, or a stylish way to unwind, offering an easygoing blend of relaxation and sightseeing. These cruises are not guided, unlike the Sunday afternoon trips, though questions about Blackstone Valley are welcome. The experience includes a boat ride, and life vests are provided if needed. A guided tour is not part of this offering.

Undertow brings brass-focused music to Billy Taylor Park, wrapping up a three-show free series in PVD parks this summer. Expect bold brass sounds in a park setting.

WaterFire Providence hosts a celebration of Rhode Island educators, presented with support from the Rhode Island Department of Education. The event features a dramatic lighting experience along with onshore programming that includes vendors and performers. Taking place at WaterFire - Waterplace Park, there are also opportunities for attendees to add their own light to the night.

Open air boat rides offer a way to experience WaterFire from the water. Firelight flickers across the surface while music fills the air, creating an intimate perspective on a signature Providence tradition. Offered since 1994, when the fires first began, these cruises provide a relaxed view without the crowds on the walkways. Seats often sell out quickly.

At The Parlour Providence, Jabbawaukee presents an album release celebration for the upcoming record Late Night, Early Morning, with opening sets from the Caylin Costello Band and Brother Guy.

Experience an all levels Hatha Yoga class at Deep Breaths Salon & Holistic Self Empowerment Center that blends mindful movement, breathwork, gentle challenge, and deep relaxation. Guided sequences emphasize intentional postures and conscious breathing to build strength and flexibility while offering space to reset. The practice welcomes both longtime practitioners and first-time students, with modifications and variations available to support your needs each session. Expect a calm, welcoming atmosphere that invites you to move with awareness, curiosity, and compassion. Please bring a yoga mat, water, and any props you enjoy using, and leave feeling grounded, refreshed, and restored.

Capture your look with gemstone-inspired color headshots. Choose a gemstone hue when booking and arrive in that color for your session to receive 50 percent off the studio session fee.

Junior Achievement of Southern Massachusetts hosts the third annual Swing for Success Topgolf Challenge at Topgolf Cranston. The event combines friendly competition, networking with local professionals and community leaders, and support for Junior Achievement’s mission across the SouthCoast. Attendees can enjoy three hours of Topgolf play, brunch with drink tickets, and a variety of contests. The program culminates in the Golden Shot Finale, where finalists compete in a closest to the pin challenge for a grand prize in front of the crowd. Participation options include entering a team, sponsoring a bay, or attending in support of the cause. Ticket choices are available for a single golfer at $175, a six-person group at $1,050, and a supporter pass at $75, with sponsorship opportunities also available.

Hosted at Cranston Country Club, this fourth Hall of Fame induction banquet by CHSAAP honors some of Central’s top athletic teams, coaches, and individuals, along with distinguished alumni and posthumous honorees. The event centers on celebrating achievement and formally inducting the new class into the Hall of Fame.

Parents who are loving a child struggling with substance use disorder can find support at a weekly, in-person PAL (Parents of Addicted Loved Ones) meeting at Riverside Church in Red Bank. The gathering emphasizes connection, education, and hope in a faith-based environment. It is open to adults 18 and older, and meetings are confidential and judgment-free. This is a safe place to land.

Free beginner West Coast Swing instruction takes place on the Providence Pedestrian, the Michael S. Van Leesten Memorial Bridge, presented by First on the Floor as part of the Providence Fitness in the Parks series. New dancers and solo participants are welcome, and there is no cost to take the lesson. After the introductory class, the gathering continues with social dancing beneath the city skyline, with donations for the social appreciated. The season includes occasional themed nights to keep the experience fresh and fun. Attendees are encouraged to arrive a little early to check in and complete the required Providence Parks Activities Waiver. On select dates the free lesson is paused due to holidays or special programming, and social dancing or other activities may still be offered. Weather, location updates, and schedule changes are shared on the event page and through First on the Floor’s social channels.

New York City comic Lucas Zelnick delivers rapid-fire stand-up that riffs on his comfortable upbringing. His work spans Comedy Central, a headlining slot at the Netflix Is A Joke Festival, and appearances in the films Regulars and Fade to Black. On the road he has sold more than 50,000 tickets and built an online following of 1 million with 500 million views. He also holds an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business, for no particular reason.

Explore Providence’s haunted past aboard an evening boat tour led by the storytellers of Providence Ghost Tours, the city’s longest-running ghost tour company. Glide through the downtown waterways on comfortable, open-air vessels, passing beneath moonlit bridges and alongside cobblestone walkways and centuries-old architecture. Hear eerie accounts of residents from every walk of life, from noted literary figures to humble servants, whose spirits are rumored to linger along the river. This is a spooky night on the water to share with family and friends, complete with atmospheric views of downtown by moonlight. Recommended for ages 10 and up. Advance reservations are strongly suggested, as this cruise often sells out.