Raise a Stein to Weekend Fun! 🍻

Between pumpkin-spiced everything and the never-ending hunt for parking near that perfect apple orchard, autumn’s officially here. Get ready to embrace the season with today’s lineup of fall fun, foodie finds, and spooky screenings – your ultimate guide to good times in the Ocean State!

Weekend Must-Do’s: Sips, Shops, and Fall Fun Stops

From steins to succulents, this weekend is packed with everything autumn – Oktoberfest brews, artisan markets, wine tastings, and even a doggy day out. Whether you’re into fall flavors or crafty creations, the Ocean State has you covered for a cozy, fun-filled weekend! Read the full list online at HeyRhody.com. 

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Experience Bold Flavors and Craft Cocktails at CHOP at Night

For an unforgettable evening of bold, globally inspired cuisine and craft cocktails, CHOP at Night is a can’t-miss pop-up – with the next events happening October 2 and 3. With a rotating menu featuring dishes like Lemongrass Duck Confit and cocktails crafted by local mixologists, this pop-up transforms the Providence Public Library into a vibrant culinary destination. Read more on our blog at HeyRhody.com.

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Brand New Food and Drink Tour Launches in Providence

Did you know that Rhode Island never actually ratified the Prohibition amendment? How about that Providence had hundreds of speakeasies? Or that the Narragansett Bay was the scene of over 30 different shootouts between rumrunners and the US Coast Guard? These are the subjects that guests explore on the brand new Providence Prohibition Tour, a new downtown Providence food tour that highlights local beers and spirits, launched in July.

“We are really excited about adding the Prohibition Tour,” says Bradly VanDerStad, executive director of the Providence Tour Company. “Food tours are such a great way to try a bunch of different restaurants in one outing.” The experience brings guests through five popular local food and drink businesses to taste their best libations, including The Malted Barley, Plant City, and Moonshine Alley, to name a few. Between stops, guests are entertained by stories of the city in the Prohibition era.

The tour builds on the success of the Providence Tour Company’s Crime and Cuisine on Federal Hill, a true-crime food tour. “The Providence Prohibition Tour is like a prequel for Crime and Cuisine,” says VanDerStad. “It was Prohibition that set the culture of criminality in motion, and gave lots of opportunities for future mobsters to gain experience.”

VanDerStad explains that the goals of the tours are to activate Providence and to give guests an enjoyable way to connect to the city’s vibrant culture and history. “Providence is such a wonderful city, but I often hear from folks that there’s a perception that there’s nothing to do downtown. We are aiming to address that.”

Both Providence Prohibition Tour and Crime and Cuisine on Federal Hill run every weekend from March through December. To learn more about tour schedules, meeting points, and to buy tour tickets, visit PVDTourCo.com.

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International Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Horror Take Center Stage at Vortex Film Fest

Providence is gearing up for a thrilling week of international sci-fi, fantasy, and horror as the 24th Annual Flickers’ Vortex Film Festival arrives from October 2-6. With 55 films from 12 countries, including several premieres, this festival is a can’t-miss event for fans of the genres. Read more on our blog at HeyRhody.com.

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Track 15 Food Hall Unveils Final Vendors Ahead of February 2025 Grand Opening

Track 15 Food Hall has revealed its final vendors, setting the stage for its highly anticipated grand opening in February 2025. With a blend of local and international cuisines, this new culinary destination will bring a vibrant dining experience to Providence’s historic Union Station. Read more on our blog at HeyRhody.com.

^{•By Jenna Kaplan, photo by Ken Abrams}