As January winds down and February begins, use this weekend to settle into the winter chill and indulge in the many happenings around the area. Listen to live music, sit down for a nice meal, or light up your life with a downtown festival!
In case of weather delays or last-minute cancellations, always call the venue or check online for updates before you go.
ALL WEEKEND
Indulge in delicious dining offers from a wide variety of restaurants participating in Providence Restaurant Weeks. Find your new favorite eatery by choosing from a variety of deals, prix fixe menus, and specials for lunch and dinner. Through February 8, Providence and nearby towns
Fall into the season of love with The Collaborative’s Conversation HeART Show showcasing the work of 12 collaborating artists. The exhibition is by traditional Valentine’s heart candies professing sweet nothings. January 30-February 16, Warren
Escape the winter gloom with the vibrant Lumina Festival, kicking off this weekend with installations lighting up downtown. All ages enjoy illuminated art, and watch for musical guests, dance workshops, and activities to come. February 1-17, Providence
Check out North America’s oldest charity-run sports card show with the Cranston Sports Card Show. Rare collectibles will be displayed and Hall of Famers from the Boston Red Sox, U.S.A. Hockey, and additional sports will be signing autographs. February 1-2, Cranston
Enjoy a plant-based weekend with the return of RI VegFest. The all-vegan event brings together food and beverage vendors from across Rhode Island. Omnivores and plant-curious eaters are welcome, too. Tickets online, February 1-2, Providence
THURSDAY, January 30
Connect with like-minded individuals at Millennial Rhode Island’s Young Professional Winter Social. Expand your network, trade industry insights, and enjoy a variety of food and drinks over good company. Tickets online, Warwick
Be transported to Lisbon, Portugal right in South County. It’s the last night to make reservations for a Taste of Portugal, Celeste’s themed two-course, prix fixe menu, focusing on a different European region each month. Reservations online, Narragansett
FRIDAY, January 31
Bring some magic into your life with Key & Serpent Society’s Plants and Magical Practice, part of their expert panel series. Guests include author Harold Roth, Teth and Shemaleiah of Alchemy Works, and Katherine Fotiades of Skydog Farms. Tickets online, Warwick
SATURDAY, February 1
Celebrate the art of high school students throughout the state with the opening reception of the 32nd Biennial Young Adult Exhibition at the Hera Gallery. Awards will be announced in categories including drawing, painting, sculpture and more. 6-8pm, Wakefield
As part of their weekly Barn Sessions concert series, Ragged Island Brewing Co. brings to the stage Diamond Blues, a Jerry Garcia tribute band. A few covers of Trey Anastasio Band and Grateful Dead songs will be added to the mix, too. Tickets online, Portsmouth
SUNDAY, February 2
The Providence Flea is back in action, kicking things off with the Valentine's Market. It is always free to shop and park at the PVD Flea , a weekly handmade and vintage market. 11am-3pm at the Farm Fresh Market Hall. 10 Sims Ave, Providence
Poet of Our Times, the 30th annual Langston Hughes Community Poetry Reading, kicks off RI’s Black History Month celebration, with performances from award-winning poets, participation from local youth, and a reading from RISD president Crystal Williams. 1-3pm, Providence
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