Rhody Weekend Must-Do's: December 14-17

Traffic won’t get in the way of last-minute local shopping this weekend! From markets and festivals to holiday performances and Grinch sightings, the holidays are in full swing, and to infuse a little zen in your day, there’s yoga on the itinerary, too. If the partially closed Washington Bridge stands between you and merriment, make sure you plot an alternative route, leave early, and enjoy the ride!

In case of weather delays or last-minute cancellations, always call the venue or check online for updates before you go.

ALL WEEKEND

Visions of sugar plums, prancing reindeer, and St. Nick will grace the stage for this magical performance of Twas the Night Before Christmas by Providence Ballet Theatre in celebration of the poem’s 200th anniversary. Tickets online, December 15-16, Providence. 

Baby it’s cold outside, but not inside Sons of Liberty Spirit Co., where the 9th Annual Whiskey Wonderland Holiday Bazaar gathers together vendors from the Field of Artisans, food trucks, and new winter-themed drinks. December 15-16, Peace Dale    

If you feel overwhelmed and unprepared for this gift-giving season, Shaidzon Beer Co.’s Last Ditch Effort Holiday Bash is the place to be for sipping beer and snacking while shopping vendors for last-minute presents. December 15-17, West Kingston

It’s the final weekend to Step Into the Holidays at Clouds Hill Museum and experience the glitz and glamor of the Gilded Age with festive baubles and lights, that change every year, decking the historic halls. December 16-17, Warwick 

Visit Coggeshall Farm Museum for a new Christmas tradition. A Coggeshall Christmas continues this weekend, From 4:00 – 7:00pm. Enjoy hands-on crafts, classic Christmas stories, festive decorations, games, music, and more.  December 16-17, Bristol

SATURDAY, December 16

You can find the perfect gift or stocking stuffer at the Anti-Robot Marketplace inside Farm Fresh RI. Over 60 creatives and small businesses will offer original art, vintage clothing, ceramics, books, and more! 4-7pm, Providence

Rock around the Christmas tree with your favorite radio hosts at the 92ProFM Holiday Festival. Meet Santa, beware of the Grinch, and enjoy pizza, roller skating, a photo booth, live game shows, and more! Tickets online, Tiverton

Get ready to pack your sleigh full of gifts after browsing the annual Mount Hope Farm’s Holiday Market at Pivotal Brewing Company. Regular farmers market vendors will be joined by a variety of local artisans to help celebrate holiday cheer. 10am-2pm, Bristol

Find your inner peace (and forget about the gridlock!) by celebrating the Heal Room’s Grand Reopening, a day of yoga, a ribbon cutting ceremony, shopping, refueling with vegan food, massages, and a sound bath. 11:30-6pm, East Providence 

SUNDAY, December 17

There’s nothing cozier than sleigh bells in the snow, which a visit to Liberty Farm’s Open Farm Holiday Extravaganza will satisfy. Traipse the farmyard winter wonderland of wagon rides, Santa Claus, local vendors, and live wood carving demonstrations. 10am-4pm, Burriville 

All are welcome to participate in these reindeer games at Fairview Gardens Holiday Festival. Visit with Santa and petting zoo animals, make holiday crafts, and shop local vendors and the farm store for gifts, wreaths, and poinsettias. 11am-3pm Coventry