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Warwick Weekend Events Aug. 29: Apples, Cars

[Credit: WP Composite] This week’s Warwick Weekend Events include an apple festival, a car and motorcycle show, and two live music opportunities at Drift Bar.
[Credit: WP Composite] This week’s Warwick Weekend Events include an apple festival, a car and motorcycle show, and two live music opportunities at Drift Bar.
[Credit: WP Composite] This week’s Warwick Weekend Events include an apple festival, a car and motorcycle show, and two live music opportunities at Drift Bar.

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WARWICK, RI — There are lots of unique opportunities this Warwick this long Labor Day weekend, including an apple festival, a car and motorcycle show, and several live music events at Drift Bar.

The Warwick Weekend events weather forecast promises a chance of showers and thunderstorms Friday, then mostly sunny, with a high near 74 Saturday, and mostly sunny, with a high near 76 Sunday. Monday will be Sunny, with a high near 76,  the National Weather Service reports.

Here are some events and happenings to help you decide where you’re spending this Warwick weekend:

Warwick Weekend Events Friday: 

Farmers Market at Goddard Memorial State Park Support and enjoy local food and farmers! Join our weekly farmers market from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and get to know the hardworking people who grow your veggies, fruit, flowers, and favorite foods! For the first few weeks, the market mostly offers bedding plants, hanging plants, cut flowers, meat, early vegetable crops, honey, and maple syrup. As traditional local summer crops become available, additional vendors will participate.

 Roger Williams Food Truck Fridays End your week at Food Truck Friday – an outdoor food truck festival at Carousel Village starting at 5 pm. Attendance is free, just pay for what you eat and drink from an ever changing rotation of more than 15 food trucks each week.

The Carousel campus has a lot of open space and rolling hills shaded by trees, the perfect spot to grab dinner from a food truck and listen to music and entertainment during the park’s Food Truck Fridays event. The outdoor food truck festival at Carousel Village starts at 5 pm. Attendance is free, just pay for what you eat and drink from an ever changing rotation of more than 15 food trucks each week.

Bring Your Own Improv, WCFA Bring Your Own Improv is back for family friendly live performances every Friday at 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tickets are $11.63. If you’re looking for something fun to do late on a Friday night in Warwick, they’ve got you covered. Their Caffeinated Insomniacs Comedy show – designed for teens and adults – is the place to be at 10 p.m. Their show welcomes voluntary audience participation. You can participate in one of three ways: applaud for a scene you like, yell out fantastic suggestions, or if you feel you’re ready, jump up and get involved.

Thayer Arena Public Skate Through August Fridays, Public Skate is open to skaters of all ages. Cost to Skate is $5 – Children 5 and under are free. Skate Rentals are available at Sandy Lane Sports across the street from the rink.

  • Fridays 3:15-5:15 p.m.

Children 12 years and younger must be accompanied and supervised by a guardian who is 18 years or older. Children ages 13-17 without an adult staying onsite must be paid for and signed in by an adult that can leave emergency contact information. Only persons wearing skates are permitted on the ice surface. Helmets are strongly recommended for all skaters.

Warwick Weekend Events Saturday:

Apple Festival Come out to the Crowne Plaza outside grounds on Saturday, August 30 from 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for We Be Jammin’ Event’s Apple Festival. Enjoy a festive day filled with the sweet and savory flavors of fall—featuring farm-fresh apples, candy/caramel/chocolate apples, apple salsa, jam, apple butter, and more seasonal treats. This family-friendly event will also have music, crafts, and more. Don’t miss this festival fall favorite. We hope to see you there!

Whisky Knights at Drift Bar Join us at our Drift Bar by the Pool on Saturday, August 30 and enjoy the amazing live music by Whiskey Knights. Show up, have some cocktails, grab a bite from our Drift Food Truck, and party the night away. The band plays from 8:00-11:00 p.m. See you there!

Pups at Par Join us at 150 Gray St., Warwick every Saturday from 12-4 p.m. for Pups at Par. Bring your well-behaved furry friends for a relaxing lunch at our scenic property. Treat yourself to delicious food while your pups explore and unwind in a pet-friendly atmosphere, where they can even enjoy some pup-friendly menu specials. Don’t miss out on the fun and a chance to make some new furry-friends.

Conimicut Village Farmers Market Come to our local farmers market every Saturday morning starting June 7 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Enjoy fresh, locally grown produce, unique handmade goods, and support small businesses in your community. It’s a great way to connect with neighbors and experience the vibrant flavors of the season.

This farmers market will take place every Saturday from June 7 to Sept. 27.

Warwick Weekend Events Sunday:

Car and Motorcycle Show Join us on Sunday, August 30 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. for an exciting evening of classic cars, custom rides, and motorcycles. Check out amazing vehicles, enjoy great music and fun vibes, choose from the great food and drinks available, and have an awesome time at this fun-filled family event. Don’t miss this chance to see some of the coolest cars and bikes around. We hope to see you there!

Amber Rose and the Renegades at Drift Bar Get ready to light up the holiday weekend this Sunday, August 31 at our Drift Bar by the Pool from 7:00-11:00 p.m. with high-energy country-rock from Amber Rose and the Renegades. Cold drinks, hot tunes, and waterfront views to celebrate the long weekend right. No cover—just bring your dancing boots. Let’s send off the summer with a bang!

Warwick Weekend Events Monday – Labor Day:

Today is a federal holiday paying tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers, traditionally observed on the first Monday in September. The holiday marks the unofficial end of summer, so take advantage of the federal, state and local offices shutting down for the day to put you worries off for the end of the three day weekend.

Natalie Ferland
Author: Natalie Ferland

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