WARWICK, RI — August wraps up this weekend, so make the best of it as we bid farewell to summer with a Warwick weekend chock-full of great events from live music to a statewide scavenger hunt the whole family will enjoy and everything in between.
Check out our picks for this week’s Warwick Weekend roundup:
Friday, August 27
Stop by the Goddard Park Farmers’ Market today and grab some fresh produce, breads, meats, flowers and more from local spots. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Goddard State Park, 1095 Ives Road, Warwick.
“Resilience; a Juried Exhibit for Native American Artists”
Warwick Center for the Arts is excited to announce our upcoming exhibit entitled, “Resilience; a Juried Exhibit for Native American Artists.” This exhibit is a collaborative partnership between the Warwick Center for the Arts, Tomaquag Museum, and RISCA’s Atrium Gallery Travelling Exhibits. The original artwork ranges from installations to freestanding pieces as well as 2D and 3D media. The curator, Angel Beth Smith of the Narragansett Tribe, is a professional artist with more than 30 years of experience providing artistic content, teaching, and marketing support to academic institutions, churches, and private organizations. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Warwick Center for the Arts, 3273 Post Road, Warwick.
Food Truck Friday at Roger Williams Park
Enjoy Food Truck Friday featuring more than a dozen locally-owned food trucks, along with local beer from Trinity Brewhouse, along with live music. 5-8 p.m. Roger Williams Park Zoo & Carousel Village, 1000 Elmwood Ave., Providence.
Comedy Night at Caribbean Delights
Head over to Pawtucket tonight and catch some comedy at Caribbean Delights hosted by Terron Jackson and featuring both new and returning comics. Tickets start at $15. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. Caribbean Delights, 560 Mineral Spring Ave., Pawtucket.
Saturday, August 28
2021 Rhode Island Statewide Scavenger Hunt
Put a team together and have a great time this weekend at the inaugural Rhode Island Statewide Scavenger Hunt! This is a family friendly event where you can explore the state like you’ve never done before and all at your own pace whether it’s a few hours, a whole day or two days, you’ll uncover clues that will bring you to new sites. Team registration is $60 for one to five players. Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
“Resilience; a Juried Exhibit for Native American Artists”
Warwick Center for the Arts is excited to announce our upcoming exhibit entitled, “Resilience; a Juried Exhibit for Native American Artists.” This exhibit is a collaborative partnership between the Warwick Center for the Arts, Tomaquag Museum, and RISCA’s Atrium Gallery Travelling Exhibits. The original artwork ranges from installations to freestanding pieces as well as 2D and 3D media. The curator, Angel Beth Smith of the Narragansett Tribe, is a professional artist with more than 30 years of experience providing artistic content, teaching, and marketing support to academic institutions, churches, and private organizations. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Warwick Center for the Arts, 3273 Post Road, Warwick.
Bloom Collective’s Armory Artisan & Vintage Market
Head to Bloom Collectives weekly outdoor marketplace, the Armory Artisan & Vintage Market every Saturday and Sunday and visit with local artisans, crafters, local food trucks and more. Noon to 5 p.m., 1455 Westminster St, Providence.
Head down to Apponaug Brewing Co. today for the brewery’s Summer Fest. Enjoy featured brews, food, brewer meet and greets with Mike Webster from Apponaug Brewing Company, Morgan Snyder from Buttonwoods Brewery and Matt Richardson and Luke Gerweck from Tilted Barn Brewery. This is a 21+ event. Tickets are $45. Day session is 1-4 p.m. and the night session is 5-8 p.m. Apponaug Brewing Co., 334 Knight St., Warwick.
The Trinity Beer Garden Comedy Series
Looking for some laughs? Head to Providence tonight and check out the Trinity Beer Garden Comedy Series. Every Saturday Trinity Beer Garden features the best comedians in New England. 8-10 p.m. Tickets are $5. Trinity Beer Garden, 2 Dorrance St. Biltmore Park, Providence.
The Bottom Line Band at Sports Legends
Catch The Bottom Line band tonight at Sports Legends Pub. $5 cover charge at the door. 8 p.m., Sports Legends Pub, 2121 W Shore Road, Warwick.
Head on over to The Trap tonight in East Greenwich and enjoy music and fun with DJ Face. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. The Trap, 195 Old Forge Rd, East Greenwich.
Sunday, August 29
2021 Rhode Island Statewide Scavenger Hunt
Put a team together and have a great time this weekend at the inaugural Rhode Island Statewide Scavenger Hunt! This is a family friendly event where you can explore the state like you’ve never done before and all at your own pace whether it’s a few hours, a whole day or two days, you’ll uncover clues that will bring you to new sites. Team registration is $60 for one to five players. Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Grab the family and pick your own blueberries today at Rocky Point Farm. 7 a.m. to noon. Rocky Point Farm, 130 Rocky Point Ave., Warwick.
Rides and Coffee Super Car Edition
Join Detail Garage for its first Rides and Coffee Super Car Edition. Enjoy car-tech sessions, music, coffee, LuLu’s Little pancakes food truck, exclusive discounts and more. This is a registration-only event. 10 a.m., Detail Garage, 1170 Bald Hill Road, Warwick.
Providence Flea Summer Markets
If you love flea markets, don’t miss the Providence Flea Summer Markets happening every Sunday through September. Enjoy local vintage and artisan vendors, food trucks, community nonprofits, live music and more. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Greenway, across from 345 South Water St., Providence.
Seventh Annual Rhode Island Folk Festival
Head over to Riverside in East Providence today for the seventh annual Rhode Island Folk Festival. This free event features three stages with performances from local and regional musical artists. Noon to 6 p.m., Rose Larisa Park, 701 Bullocks Point Ave., East Providence.
Bloom Collective’s Armory Artisan & Vintage Market
Head to Bloom Collectives weekly outdoor marketplace, the Armory Artisan & Vintage Market every Saturday and Sunday and visit with local artisans, crafters, local food trucks and more. Noon to 5 p.m., 1455 Westminster St, Providence.
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