👻 Fall Festivities & Autumn Thrills: Explore Rhode Island Nov 14–17
As autumn deepens, Rhode Island offers a cozy blend of seasonal flavors, cultural events, and festive fun. From Newport’s restaurant week and holiday teas to glow parties and Broadway musicals in Providence, this weekend is packed with ways to celebrate the season. Use this guide to plan your perfect weekend with curated events, local tips, and direct links.
🏖️ Newport County
🍽️ Newport Restaurant Week
Various locations – Through Nov 16. Prix-fixe menus at top restaurants across nine coastal communities. discovernewport.org
☕ Hot Chocolate Bar at The Chanler
117 Memorial Blvd, Newport – Weekends in November. Gourmet hot chocolate in a historic mansion setting. discovernewport.org
🎶 Troubadours: The Music of Carole King & James Taylor
Jane Pickens Theater – Sunday, Nov 16. Tribute concert to two legendary artists. allevents.in
🎨 Holiday Card Watercolor Workshop
468 Thames St, Newport – Sunday, Nov 16, 5 p.m. Create botanical holiday cards. allevents.in
🌆 Providence Area
🎭 Mamma Mia!
PPAC – Friday, Nov 14. ABBA-inspired Broadway musical. providencetheater.com
🎉 Hyperglow: America’s Largest Glow Party
The Strand Ballroom – Friday, Nov 14, 8 p.m.–1 a.m. Neon lights, DJs, and live art. happeningnext.com
🎨 Providence Artisans Holiday Premiere
WaterFire Arts Center – Saturday, Nov 15, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Local makers and holiday shopping. happeningnext.com
🎶 Twilight in Concert
The VETS – Friday, Nov 14, 7 p.m. Live orchestral performance. ppacri.org
🔥 WaterFire Lighting
Downtown Providence – Saturday, Nov 15. Full lighting with music and food vendors. goprovidence.com
🌲 South County & Coastal RI
🎪 Fallfest at Clark Farms
South Kingstown – Weekend circus-themed festival with corn maze, hayrides, cider donuts. southcountyri.com
🎨 Gilbert Stuart Fall Fair
Saunderstown – Historic mill demos, crafts, cider, and portrait artist. southcountyri.com.com]
🌽 Triangle of Trolls Corn Maze
Spring Hill Sugar House, Richmond – Maze, cider, antique tractors, and kids’ activities. southcountyri.com
🛍️ Farmers Markets
Weekend Farmers Market Schedule
- Farm Fresh RI Winter Market – Providence, Sat Nov 15, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
- Mount Hope Farm Market – Bristol, Sat Nov 15, 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
- Aquidneck Growers Market – Middletown, Sat Nov 15, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
- South Kingstown Market – URI Kingston, Sat Nov 15, 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
- Tiverton Farmers Market – Tiverton Middle School, Sun Nov 16, 10 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
farmfreshri.org
🚗 Car Shows & Cruises
🚗 Cars & Coffee at Audrain Auto Museum
Newport – Sunday, Nov 16, 8–10 a.m. Classic cars meet-up. audrainautomuseum.org
🚗 Connecticut International Auto Show
Mohegan Sun, CT – Saturday, Nov 15. Regional auto showcase (short drive from RI). allevents.in
Conclusion:
This weekend in Rhode Island is a celebration of fall’s finest — from cozy fireside treats and vibrant farmers markets to Broadway musicals and glow parties. Whether you're indulging in local flavors or exploring historic venues, there’s no shortage of seasonal charm across the Ocean State.
