Things to do this weekend in and around Providence
Friendly fun in Providence and surrounding communities for Friday, September 11, 2026 through Sunday, September 13, 2026. Check out these highlights!
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Friday, September 11, 2026
Food Truck Friday Roger Williams Park 2026 - Fridays, April 17 through September 25, 2026 - Providence, RI. Kick off the weekend with over 15 local food trucks, live music, drinks, and family fun at Carousel Village in Roger Williams Park.
Family Friendly Interactive Improv Comedy Show - Fridays, September 11 through November 20, 2026 - Warwick, RI. Enjoy a lively 8:00pm interactive improv comedy show at Warwick Center for the Arts that kids and adults can laugh along with together.
Taco Festival - Bozrah Farmer's Market - September 11, 2026 - Bozrah, CT. Sample delicious tacos and browse local vendors at this special themed evening at the Bozrah Farmers Market.
Summer Friday Music Series - At Mystic Seaport Museum - September 11, 2026 - Mystic, CT. Listen to live music by the waterfront during the museum’s summer Friday series, a relaxing way to start the weekend.
Rite of Reflection, September 11th Ceremony - At Battleship Cove - September 11, 2026 - Fall River, MA. Mark the anniversary of September 11 with a morning ceremony of remembrance aboard the historic ships at Battleship Cove.
Saturday, September 12, 2026
FREE fall and holiday mini photo sessions with Shoott! - Providence area - September 12-13, 2026 - Providence area, RI. Book a free 30‑minute outdoor photo session and only pay for the professionally edited family photos you love.
2026 Rhode Island Seafood Festival - September 12-13, 2026 - Providence, RI. Feast on local seafood, enjoy music, and soak up the riverfront atmosphere at India Point Park.
Fall Fun Weekends at Wojcik's Farm - September 12-13, 2026 and select weekends through October 25, 2026 - Blackstone, MA. Celebrate fall with farm activities, seasonal treats, and outdoor fun at Wojcik’s Farm.
2026 Farm Market - At Casey Farm - Saturdays, September 12 through October 31, 2026 - Saunderstown, RI. Browse fresh local produce, baked goods, and crafts at this popular coastal farm market.
2026 Attleboro Farmer's Market - Saturdays, September 12 through October 24, 2026 - Attleboro, MA. Shop for seasonal fruits, vegetables, and artisan products in a lively community market setting.
Sunday, September 13, 2026
September StoryWalk® at WEAVER - Daily through September 30, 2026, including September 13 - East Providence, RI. Stroll around the grounds of Weaver Library while reading a children’s story displayed page by page along the outdoor path.
2026 Boston Lights: A Lantern Experience At Franklin Park Zoo - Nightly on select dates August 14 through November 8, 2026, including September 13 - Boston, MA. Experience dazzling large‑scale lantern displays that transform Franklin Park Zoo into a glowing evening wonderland.
2026 Burrillville Farmers Market - Sundays, September 13, 19, and 26, 2026 - Burrillville, RI. Enjoy a relaxed small‑town market with local growers, food vendors, and handcrafted goods on Tinkham Lane.
2026 Hope Street Farmers Market - Pawtucket, RI - Sundays, September 13, 19, and 26, 2026 - Providence, RI. Visit the Hope Street Saturday Farmers Market’s Sunday dates for fresh food, prepared bites, and neighborhood charm along Blackstone Boulevard.
2026 Pawtuxet Village Farmers Market - Sundays, September 13, 19, and 26, 2026 - Cranston, RI. Shop local produce and specialty foods in historic Pawtuxet Village, a scenic spot by the river.