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A tasty toast to RI’s 250th at Johnson & Wales Culinary Museum, cider takes over Providence, a love-struck lit spot opens, + more!
Let’s be real - This time of year is wild in the best way, and your schedule probably looks like a fall-themed bingo card. So we're not going to waste your time with a fluffy intro. This newsletter is stacked. We’ve got new blogs you'll want to dive into and a Rhody Recs section that just keeps growing like a corn maze with no exit. So get cozy, start scrolling, and rake in all the fall goodness.
Celebrate Rhode Island 250 with a Visit to the Johnson & Wales Culinary Museum
The Johnson & Wales Culinary Museum opens its doors October 30-31 for special tours celebrating Rhode Island’s 250th anniversary, serving up a flavorful mix of vintage diners, community cookbooks, and local food lore. Led by Museum Director Erin Williams, the experience blends nostalgia and neighborly pride with sweet treats and a hearty helping of Ocean State history. Read more online.
• By Jenna Kaplan
Sip, Crown, and Celebrate at Skydog Farm
As fall settles over North Scituate, Skydog Farm hosts Rewild Your Sanctuary’s Croning & Cacao Ceremony on October 25, an intimate gathering celebrating the passage into wise womanhood. Led by Katherine Fotiades, the event blends ritual, reflection, and warm ceremonial cacao in a soul-nourishing evening designed to honor life’s natural cycles and the power of feminine wisdom. Read more online.
• By Jenna Kaplan, photo courtesy of Skydog Farm
CiderCon® 2026 Brings the World’s Largest Cider Festival to Providence
CiderCon® 2026 is coming to Providence February 3–5, bringing the world’s largest cider celebration to the Ocean State for three days of tastings, workshops, and community. This year’s event debuts an Artisan Marketplace spotlighting local makers and artists, giving Rhode Island creativity a global stage. Read more online.
•By Jenna Kaplan, photo by Brandon Buza
In Partnership with South County Health
Rhody Health: Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October’s sea of pink is more than just a color, it’s a reminder to prioritize your health. South County Health’s Dr. Martha Moe encourages women to take charge with preventive care and annual mammograms that help keep every stage of life strong and vibrant. Read more online.
•By Sarah Toatley, photo courtesy of South County Health
Rhody Recs is your weekly roundup of what’s happening across the state, a built-in excuse to rally the crew early instead of scrambling for plans at the last minute. Because let’s be real, life’s too short to leave the fun for last minute.
Date | Event |
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Wednesday 10/22 | A Conversation on Why Nothing Works with Marc Dunkelman ⸻ PechaKucha Night PVD #193 – Bodies ⸻ |
Thursday 10/23 | Wicked Woods Pumpkin Walk ⸻ Agave Renaissance at Condesa |
Friday 10/24 | Witch, Please: A Drag Spooktacular Get ready for a night of camp and chaos at The United Theatre in Westerly at 8pm, as host Nervous leads a coven of queens, including Tara Dikhof, Lividity, Stabitha Christie, Phlegm Mignon, and a special guest, for a bewitching drag show that’s spooky, bold, and full of fun. Learn more online ⸻ Dan Soder: The Golden Retriever of Comedy Tour Catch comedian Dan Soder live at the Uptown Theater in Providence at 7:30pm for a night of sharp wit, relatable humor, and big laughs from the star of Billions and co-host of The Bonfire. Learn more online ⸻ Demons & Hunters Bike Ride Join PVD Bike Jam for Demons & Hunters at 7pm at Burnside Park, a Halloween-themed group ride where costumed cyclists take to the streets, ending the night at Moniker Brewery for post-ride fun. Learn more online ⸻ 4th Annual Fallfest and Pumpkin Stroll at Wilcox Park Celebrate the season at Wilcox Park in Westerly for the 4th Annual Fallfest and Pumpkin Stroll, featuring decorated pumpkins, free cider and doughnuts, kids’ games, a 5pm costume parade, and prizes for the most creative entries. Learn more online ⸻ O’Brien & Brough and Pivotal Brewing's 3rd Annual Halloween Alley Halloween Alley returns to Unity Park in Bristol from 6–10pm, featuring craft beer from Pivotal Brewing, cocktails from O’Brien & Brough, tarot readings, vinyl tunes, and plenty of spooky fun under the glow of the Unity Park raven. Learn more online ⸻ Rhode Island Cocktail Club Halloween Gathering Sip, socialize, and show off your spookiest style at Crown Providence on at 7pm, where the Rhode Island Cocktail Club’s annual costume contest pours on the fun with prizes, cocktails, and plenty of hauntingly good vibes. Learn more online ⸻ Trick or Treat at The Breakers Newport’s most enchanting Halloween tradition returns Friday and Saturday with evening sessions at 5:30pm and 6:30pm, inviting families to explore The Breakers in costume for a night of treats, prizes, and festive fun in support of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center food pantry. Learn more online |
Saturday 10/25 | Bangled Tiger x Salt Blossom Rhody Gem Celebration Join Bangled Tiger x Salt Blossom from 11am-2pm at 200 South Main Street, Providence, for a celebration of local flair featuring a sidewalk bouquet bar, exclusive Salt Blossom pieces, free coffee and croissants, and a raffle for a locally curated gift basket. Learn more online ⸻ Dog Halloween Costume Contest Join the spookiest paw-ty in town from 12-3pm at Rocky Point Park in Warwick, where pups can strut their stuff in creative costumes for prizes, treats, and tail-wagging fun, all in support of Hotel for Homeless Dogs. Learn more online ⸻ North Burial Ground’s Annual Halloween Ghost Tour Step into Providence’s past from 5-6:30pm, as costumed actors and spirits like Sarah Helen Whitman guide visitors through eerie tales and haunting history at North Burial Ground. Learn more online ⸻ Fire Camp 2025 Experience molten magic at Fire Camp 202 from 11am-6pm at The Steel Yard in Providence, featuring live welding contests, scratch block casting, local art, food, and the fiery spectacle of sculptures coming to life in this reimagined take on the Iron Pour tradition. Learn more online ⸻ Build A Chalk Monster Get creative at Build a Chalk Monster from 1-6pm at 195 District Park in Providence, featuring sidewalk art with illustrator Michelle Martins, trick-or-treating on the Pedestrian Bridge, and live performances during the city’s Wicked Walk celebration. Learn more online ⸻ Halloween Trunk or Treat Join the Four Hearts Foundation and Countryside Children’s Center from 9:30am-12pm for a family-friendly Trunk or Treat event, featuring decorated cars, candy, and community spirit, with donations of canned goods supporting the Aquidneck Food Bank. Learn more online ⸻ Yellow Kittens Annual Halloween Party Join the fun at Yellow Kittens Tavern at 9:30pm, where music, dancing, Jell-O shots, and a costume contest bring spooky cheer to Block Island, all to benefit the Block Island Volunteer Rescue. Learn more online ⸻ Afterlife at the Providence G Halloween Party Step into the Afterlife as the Providence G transforms into an immersive haunted experience with three massive parties under one roof, featuring a rooftop Spooky Skyline, a Haunted Masquerade Ball, a secret Late-Night Speakeasy, themed cocktails, live DJs, and door prizes for guests who dare to enter before 10:30pm. Learn more online ⸻ Fall Pottery Painting at Audrey’s Coffee House Get creative at Audrey’s Coffee House in South Kingstown from 6:30-8:30pm, where Rebekah Cook Art hosts a cozy fall pottery night featuring food, drinks, and step-by-step guidance to help you paint your own pumpkin or autumn-inspired masterpiece. Learn more online ⸻ Wicked Walk on the Pedestrian Bridge Join the PVD community from 3-6pm for Wicked Walk, an evening of costumes, laughter, and local spirit on Providence’s Michael S. Van Leesten Pedestrian Bridge, where festive fun meets city skyline magic. Learn more online ⸻ Japan-America Friendship Festival |
Sunday 10/26 | Spooky Afternoon Tea Mill’s Tavern in Providence will kick off Halloween week with a Spooky Afternoon Tea 6 from 1-4pm, featuring Harney & Sons premium teas, seasonal sweets, and savory bites crafted by Executive Chef Ed Bolus and Pastry Chef Samantha Del Arroyo. Learn more online ⸻ From Seed to Soul Party Celebrate food, culture, and community at From Seed to Soul from 3-6pm at Sweet Berry Farm in Middletown, featuring local bites, craft spirits, live music, and yard games for a 21+ afternoon of good food, good company, and a few fun surprises in store. Learn more online ⸻ Bark and Boo Adoption Event Pups, pumpkins, and plenty of love await at Bark & Boo, a multi-rescue adoption event happening from 12-3pm at The Beef Barn in North Smithfield. Meet adoptable dogs, enjoy delicious food and sweet treats, enter raffles, and connect with local rescues for a day of furry fun. Learn more online ⸻ Rotary Club of Cranston's Halloween Touch a Truck Event Bring the kids to Garden City Center in Cranston from 9-12pm for the Rotary Club of Cranston’s Halloween Touch-a-Truck, featuring firetrucks, police cars, school buses, crafts, face painting, and balloon animals, with costumes encouraged and food donations supporting local Thanksgiving baskets. Learn more online ⸻ Katxupa Festival Celebrate Cape Verdean culture at the Katxupa Festival from 2-6pm at the Cape Verdean American Community Development Center in Pawtucket, featuring a Katxupa cook-off, live music, family fun, and local vendors in a flavorful community celebration. Learn more online ⸻ Candy Crawl at Farm Fresh RI Bring your sweet tooth and creative spirit to Candy Crawl at Farm Fresh Rhode Island from 2-5pm, a free family event with trick-or-treating, crafts, tattoos, and sweet samples from Wright’s Creamery. Learn more online ⸻ Spooky Succy Sunday at Grey Sail Brewing Sip, plant, and play at Spooky Succy Sunday at Grey Sail Brewing in Westerly at 12pm, where guests can craft Halloween-themed succulent planters, enjoy local brews, and show off their costumes for some festive fun. Learn more online ⸻ Howl-O-Ween Hike and Treat & Costume Contest Grab your leash and your best costume for the Howl-o-Ween Hike & Treat at Warwick City Park Beach, where dogs and their humans can enjoy a group walk, treats for all, and a festive costume contest to benefit the Friends of the Warwick Animal Shelter. Learn more online ⸻ Bowen’s Wharf 2nd Annual Spooktacular Trick-or-Treat Bring your little ghosts and goblins to Bowen’s Wharf in Newport from 2-5pm for a free afternoon of trick-or-treating, costumes, and family fun at participating shops and restaurants. Learn more online |
Our Rhody Rec list is refreshed with every newsletter, so be sure to check back for the latest events!
Love Stories Take Center Stage in Providence
The Little Bubblegum Bookshop, Rhode Island’s first romance-exclusive bookstore, opens October 25 at 103 Wickenden Street, bringing a bright, inclusive space for readers to fall in love with every kind of story, from swoony slow burns to spicy rom-coms, all curated with heart by founder Erin Masse. Read more online.
• By Jenna Kaplan, photo courtesy of Erin Masse
⭐ What happens when brushstrokes take center stage? Ballet Rhode Island kicks off its new season with Off the Wall, a groundbreaking collaboration with the Westerly Museum of American Impressionism that transforms iconic paintings into living, breathing movement. Featuring world premieres by choreographers John Lam, Emily Mistretta, and Yury Yanowsky, the performances run October 24–26 at the Woodman Center in Providence and November 1 at The United Theatre in Westerly, inviting audiences to see art and ballet in a whole new light.
⭐ What if one unforgettable night could help change lives? Sojourner House hosts its 15th and final Masquerade Ball: Venetian Twilight on November 21 at the Graduate Providence, an elegant evening of music, art, and dancing to support survivors on their path to healing.
⭐ Looking for a way to light up your week? India Restaurant on Hope Street in PVD is celebrating Diwali Week from October 20-26 with an immersive festival honoring light, peace, and prosperity. Enjoy traditional Indian rituals like aarti, tikka, garlands, henna, and sweet Diwali mithai as you dine and celebrate with the community.
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