Last updated: November 11, 2024
Join the holiday celebrations with the Woonsocket community! Find all the events and activities in our guide. Whether you're deeply connected to Woonsocket or just making connections, this guide illuminates the seasonal offerings.
Popular Events: Experience the enchanting atmosphere of Sparkling Lights at The Breakers, where festive displays create a magical backdrop for holiday cheer. Another highlight is the Polar Express Ride, an immersive train journey that captures the spirit of Christmas through storytelling and scenery. And the upcoming Summerfest 2024 will keep the community engaged with exciting activities throughout the bustling holiday season. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Thousands of Christmas lights and vintage steam train rides.
Edaville Family Theme Park presents a spectacular display of Christmas lights, steam train rides, and festive food, set amidst a charming village atmosphere with local businesses and crafters.
Where: Carver | More Info: Christmas Festival of Lights
Lavishly decorated rooms and outdoor light displays.
Stroll through a half-mile-long path glittering with hundreds of thousands of holiday lights while enjoying illuminated displays and holiday treats at The Breakers.
Where: Newport | More Info: Sparkling Lights at The Breakers
Holiday celebration in a zoo setting
Explore over 3.5 million twinkling lights illuminating 40 acres of Roger Williams Park Zoo, featuring larger-than-life luminous displays and festive scenes.
Where: Providence | More Info: Holiday Lights Spectacular - Roger Williams Park Zoo
Intimate pop-up market with curated artisan vendors.
Join us for the Holiday Market Sip & Shop at Newport Vineyards, featuring over 25 artisan vendors, estate-grown wines, seasonal hard ciders, and beers from Taproot Brewing Co. Enjoy our Sunday brunch menu and regular dining options while shopping for unique gifts.
Where: Middletown | More Info: Holiday Market Sip & Shop
Traditional German Christmas market with local artisans and traditional food.
The Christkindlmarkt at the German American Cultural Society of Rhode Island is a traditional German Christmas market featuring local artisans and craftsmen selling a variety of gifts, along with traditional food and drink offerings like Glühwein and Goulash dinner.
Where: Pawtucket | More Info: Christkindlmarkt (Christmas Market)
Live music performances at a scenic beachside gazebo.
The Gazebo Concerts in Narragansett feature live music performances at the picturesque gazebo on Narragansett Beach, offering a serene and enjoyable outdoor experience with the soothing sounds of music and the ocean breeze.
Where: Narragansett | More Info: Gazebo Concerts in Narragansett
Family-friendly holiday meal with Santa Claus.
Join us for a delightful Brunch with Santa, featuring a sumptuous buffet spread and a special visit from Santa Claus.
Where: Westerly | More Info: Brunch with Santa - Buffet
Fresh adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic with elaborate sets and costumes.
A Christmas Carol at the Stadium Theatre is a Broadway World award-winning performance of Charles Dickens' classic tale. The show features Ebenezer Scrooge's redemption story, visited by the ghosts of Jacob Marley, Christmas Past, Present, and Future. The production promises a fresh adaptation with extravagant scenery, lavish costumes, dramatic lighting, fog, and spirits.
Where: Woonsocket | More Info: A Christmas Carol - Stadium Theatre
Interactive storytelling and character meet-and-greets.
The Polar Express Train Ride in Rhode Island's Blackstone Valley is a festive holiday event where families can enjoy a 90-minute train ride to the North Pole. The journey includes singing, games, a reading of "The Polar Express," and a visit from Santa. Each child receives a silver bell, and hot chocolate and cookies are served during the trip. The event also features pre-ride activities like photo opportunities and children's activities.
Where: Woonsocket | More Info: Polar Express Ride
Annual holiday production with a new director and cast each year.
Trinity Rep’s production of A Christmas Carol, directed by Tatyana-Marie Carlo, brings Charles Dickens' timeless tale to life with original music by Richard Cumming. This reimagined holiday classic explores redemption and joy, featuring Ebenezer Scrooge's transformative journey.
Where: Providence | More Info: Trinity Rep’s A Christmas Carol
Experiential ballet performance through historic mansion rooms.
The Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff is a holiday tradition where the audience follows Clara through the historic Rosecliff Mansion, experiencing an experiential journey through its rooms and a grand ballroom transformed into the Land of Sweets.
Where: Newport | More Info: Newport Nutcracker - Rosecliff Mansion
Elaborate ballet performance with intricate sets and costumes.
Heritage Ballet presents The Nutcracker, a full-length classical ballet about a little girl named Clara who receives a Nutcracker from her godfather for Christmas. She dreams that her Nutcracker comes to life and battles the mischievous Mouse Queen. Clara then goes on a magical adventure as the Snow Queen and King and their sparkling Snowflakes dance all around her in the forest, sending her to the Land of the Sweets where she meets the majestic Sugar Plum Fairy. But was it really all a dream?
Where: Woonsocket | More Info: The Nutcracker Ballet - Stadium Theatre
Family-friendly festival with music, food, vendors, and carnival rides.
Summerfest 2024 at Crescent Park features a variety of activities including concerts, carnival rides, a vendor fair, and a unique collection of cars on display. Enjoy performances by local bands, explore local businesses, and experience the community spirit.
Where: Riverside | More Info: Summerfest 2024
Modern Italian brunch with bottomless mimosas and bellinis.
Savor modern Italian brunch offerings at Sarto in downtown Providence, featuring a full menu, bottomless mimosas, and bellinis.
Where: Providence | More Info: Brunch with Sarto
Scenic 10-mile course along the Atlantic Ocean.
The 2024 Blessing of the Fleet Road Race is a 10-mile run and walk event held in Narragansett, RI, featuring a scenic course along the Atlantic Ocean. The race includes early bib number pick-up and limited-edition T-shirts for the first 3,500 registrants.
Where: Narragansett | More Info: 2024 Blessing of the Fleet Road Race
Hands-on glass art creation for couples.
Date Night Glass Blowing offers a fun and creative experience where couples can work together to craft their own glass art, fostering teamwork and bonding.
Where: Cumberland | More Info: Date Night Glass Blowing
Holiday characters arrive via fire trucks.
Santa Claus, Winter Lady, and other holiday characters will make their debut in Dixon Square via fire trucks to bring in the Holiday Season. Free coloring books, crayons, and lollipops will be handed out to all children in attendance. Santa and friends will greet the children at this Annual Holiday Tradition.
Where: Westerly | More Info: Santa's Arrival
Community-driven holiday decoration event with local business participation.
Join Friends of Pawtuxet Village for a festive holiday stroll, decorating luminarias around the Christmas Tree in Pawtuxet Park. Participating businesses offer special discounts, refreshments, music, and holiday menus for the entire family throughout the day.
Where: Warwick | More Info: Christmas Holiday Stroll in Pawtuxet
Invigorating fire displays paired with live music along the scenic riverfront.
The Wakefield RiverFire features cascading flames and vibrant light installations along the picturesque waterfront. This community event draws in visitors with its lively atmosphere filled with musical performances and local artisans showcasing their crafts. Families and friends gather to experience the warmth of the event, creating lasting memories by the riverbank.
Where: Wakefield | More Info: Wakefield RiverFire
