Providence

Through November 8: Vegan Restaurant Week

Browse plant-based prix fixe menus and special pop-up events hosted by participating local eateries, this year including options beyond the city limits, too. 

Through December: Open Air Saturdays

These Downcity strolls will continue with outdoor dining, live music, and pop-up shops through the winter weather for holiday shopping opportunities. Keep up-to-date by following InDowncity online. 

Through December: A Christmas Carol

Trinity Rep’s production of the Christmas classic is an annual tradition, reenvisioned this year as an online performance, free to all to enjoy from the comfort of your home. 

Through December: Farm Fresh Winter Market

The inaugural wintertime farmers market brings a large selection of local farm and food vendors, a custom built facility, onsite parking, and wide hallways to ensure social distancing. 

November 6-8: Fine Furnishings Show

Find unique handcrafted pieces for your home at the WaterFire Arts Center showcase, restructured for safety, but still featuring 100 talented artists and craftsmen. 

November 12-13: Holiday Craft Workshop

Create woodland and botanical couture with host Françoise Weeks, at this sure to be exquisite making event  at The Floral Reserve. Registration required. 

November 14: Bach Brandenburg
Conducted by Kensho Watanabe with Oliver Herbert on cello, this RI Philharmonic show will be live at The VETS and available for streaming online. 

November 17: Makers Market with Flowers

Shop handmade gifts and blooms at The Floral Reserve. 

November 19: Providence Gallery Night

Whether virtual or on the free art bus, take a tour of the Creative Capital’s galleries, museums, and historic sites. 

November 20: Urban Birding Adventure

Join naturalists from the Audubon Society of Rhode Island and the Providence Parks Urban Wildlife Refuge Partnership for a free guided bird walk at Roger Williams Park. 

November 20-December 31: Craftland Holiday Extravaganza

Combine the natural whimsy of Craftland with a holiday theme, and you’re sure to find everything on your shopping list and more. Follow on social media for details about a scaled back kick-off event. 

November 21: Beethoven at 250

A RI Philharmonic's Chamber Masterworks show featuring Angela Cheng on piano, reserve tickets for the live performance at The VETS or stream online. 

December 1: Holiday Craft Workshop

Learn wreath making at this event led by The Floral Society/Poppies & Posies. Registration required. 

December 5: Holiday Brass and Organ

The RI Philharmonic Orchestra puts on a shimmering celebration of the holidays live at The VETS or available to stream online. 

December 6, 13 & 20: Providence Artisans Holiday Show

Peruse wares made by some of New England’s best artisans at the Hope Artiste Village. A vast event space allows for proper distancing. Pawtucket

December 6 & 13: Holiday Traditions - Bûche de Noël

Learn how to make the traditional Bûche de Noël, or Yule Log cake, with a baker from Ellie’s. 

December 12: Classics for Christmas

Bramwell Tovey and soloists from the RI Philharmonic spread holiday cheer at this live performance at The VETS, also available to stream online. 

December 13 & 20: Providence Flea Holiday Markets

Your favorite downtown arts market has tentative plans for December markets at an indoor venue for the winter holidays, but check back online for updates and safety guidelines. WaterFire Arts Center