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Activities and Things to Do in Providence, Rhode Island

Providence is a compact city with a big attitude and so many activities and things to do. Never fear, I have traversed the city finding the best and most interesting activities and I've shared them with you below. In each post, I review, give tips and give add-on suggestions to activities across Providence, Rhode Island. Be sure to leave comments on your favorite activities and share you own experiences and tips to help others explore the best of Providence, Rhode Island.

The City Lights up at WaterFire

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WaterFire Rhode Island State House

WaterFire is an annual celebration that takes place in downtown Providence.  Many small bonefires are lit all along the rivers that run through the city.  Roads are shut down and a lot of local … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Providence, Summer Activities Tagged With: celebration, festival, local, urban

Providence Art Festival in Rhode Island

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The Vendor Booths at the Providence Art Festival

The Providence Art Festival is an entertaining bazaar showcasing many talented and up-and-coming artists in Rhode Island.  Westminster Street is closed down to all but foot traffic, where you can … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Providence Tagged With: art, coffee, outdoor vendor, unique

Providence Ghost Tour, a Spooky Good Time

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Providence Ghost Tour begins in Prospect Terrace Park

The Providence Ghost Tour is a lamp-lighted tour through the creepiest (and most historic) parts of Providence's East Side. Do you dare venture on this journey full of bizarre deaths and freaky … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Autumn Activities, Providence Tagged With: ghost, historic, tour, walking

A Quick Travel Guide to Providence, RI

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Providence, RI

Located between New York City and Boston, Providence, Rhode Island often gets overlooked as a great destination to visit. As the capital of the smallest state, Providence often gets stereotyped as a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Providence Tagged With: providence travel guide, rhode island travel, tourism guide, travel guide

Dining at India Restaurant in Providence, RI

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The entrance to India Restaurant in Providence, RI is your gateway for a great night

India Restaurant in Providence, RI has become a staple in a city that is oversaturated with restaurants. With fierce competition and a local population of  food savants, this is extremely high praise! … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Providence, Winter Activities Tagged With: culture, india restaurant

Belly Dancing at India Restaurant in Providence, RI

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Belly Dancer at India Restaurant

With the cold, long winter coming to an end, Matt and I are finally ready to poke our heads out of our season-long hibernation. After being cooped up so long, we were eager to try something fun and a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Providence Tagged With: belly dancing, india restaurant

19 Free Things to Do in Providence, RI

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A view of a historic church located along Benefit Street in Providence, RI.

Providence, RI is full of great shopping, dining and entertainment, but maybe you're broke or bored and you need something to do that won't cost a lot. These great free things to do in Providence, RI … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Providence Tagged With: city guide, free things to do

Exploring the Artsier Side of Providence

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The art for Print Lottery 2012

Providence has always been a center for art and artists thanks to many prominent art schools located within the city's borders. These institutions have a long history of producing talented artists … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Providence, Winter Activities Tagged With: art class, art show, art studio, local artist, providence

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