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Gaspee Days

Photo by Elyse Major

Posted Thursday, June 5, 2025 10:55 am

GASPEE DAYS

The “first blow for freedom” that led to the American Revolution came in June of 1772 in Warwick, when colonists burned British revenue schooner, the HMS Gaspee. Pawtuxet Village pulls out all the stops to celebrate with a Symphony in the Park and fireworks (June 7), 5K foot race, and two-mile Gaspee Days Parade (June 14) replete with fife and drum corps, Shriners in miniature cars, and more, all capped by the Burning of the Gaspee re-enactment (June 15). History buffs are sure to appreciate the Colonial encampment in the park (June 14-15). Warwick, Gaspee.com

By Elyse Major

ALL SUMMER LONG

THURSDAYS

Warwick Food Truck Night: The Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick lawn transforms into an outdoor picnic venue when the food trucks come rolling in. Warwick, Facebook: Warwick Food Truck Night - Crowne Plaza

FRIDAYS

Bring Your Own Improv: Belly laughs abound at this family-friendly interactive comedy event. Warwick, WarwickCFA.org

SATURDAYS

Oakland Beach Cruise Nights: Car enthusiasts – motor over for classic, vintage, and sports cars, plus raffles, refreshments, and a DJ playing tunes. Warwick, Facebook: Oakland Beach Cruise Night

JUNE, JULY, & AUGUST

June 1

Ocean State Card Con Summer 2025: A day full of cards, trading, comics, toys, games, food, and fun is on deck at the ultimate gathering for collectors and gamers, held at Oakland Beach Boys and Girls Club. Warwick, Eventbrite: Ocean State Card Con June 2025

June 1, 4, 7, 8, 10

Music on the Hill Festival: This harbinger of summertime presents chamber music concerts at Cranston, East Greenwich, and Warwick venues. MusicOnTheHillRI.org

June 11

Taste of Rhode Island: Sample your way through dozens of exciting eateries while enjoying live entertainment, a charity raffle, and sips from wine and beer partners at this 21+ evening. Warwick, TasteOfRI.com

June 21

Summer Festival: Food trucks, vendors, fireworks, and more are back by popular demand at this event, returning to Coventry High School, with a rain date of June 22. CoventryRI.MyRec.com

July 11

National French Fry Day: Apponaug Brewing Company hosts a celebration of fries inside the taproom. This family-friendly event is equally delicious and unique. Warwick, ApponaugBrewing.com

August 24

Rocky Point Historic Baseball Festival: Vintage northeastern teams are up to bat following baseball rules of 1884 and 1864. Warwick, ProvidenceGrays.com