10 Great Things to do in RI This Weekend - July 26, 2019

July 26

Lori McKenna at Greenwich Odeum

Over the last three decades, as she became a wife and mother of five, she has also emerged as one of the most respected, prolific singer-songwriters in popular music.

Her 2016 release The Bird and the Rifle netted three Grammy nominations, along with Americana Music Association nods––all firsts for McKenna as an artist. Then, she made history: In 2016, she became the first woman ever to win the Country Music Association’s Song of the Year two years in a row thanks to co-writing Little Big Town’s “Girl Crush” and penning Tim McGraw’s no. 1 “Humble and Kind” solo.

The show begins at 8:00 p.m. 

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July 26

Hamilton at PPAC

Hamilton is the story of the unlikely Founding Father determined to make his mark on the new nation as hungry and ambitious as he is.

From bastard orphan to Washington's right-hand man, rebel to war hero, a loving husband caught in the country's first sex scandal, to the Treasury head who made an untrusting world believe in the American economy.

George Washington, Eliza Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson and Hamilton's lifelong friend/foil Aaron Burr all make their mark in this astonishing new musical exploration of a political mastermind.

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July 27

Providence Fringe Festival at Wilbury Theatre

Saturday, July 27 is the last day for the festival. 

The Providence Fringe Festival (FRINGEPVD) is open to anyone who wants to produce their own show. For some artists, it's a once-a-year opportunity to create a show and for others it can be an opportunity to try something new.

 Audiences are encouraged to take full advantage of the variety of performing & visual artists participating in the fringe. Attend performances that you wouldn't normally attend, see things you wouldn’t otherwise see.  Keep an open mind, and have fun. 

Overall, FRINGEPVD presents a range of high-quality contemporary arts, to encourage Providence’s place as a place for innovation and artistic expression. 

The day's events begin at 6 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Providence Fringe Festival/ Big Teeth Performance Collective

July 27

Save the Bay Swim at Naval Station Newport

Swim, kayak or volunteer for Save The Bay’s largest annual fundraiser as 500 swimmers and nearly 200 kayakers trek 1.7 nautical miles across the Bay to raise money and awareness in an effort to protect and restore the Narragansett Bay and its watershed. Be a part of something big.

Find yourself at the Swim this July.

The event begins at 8:55 a.m. 

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July 27

Newport Folk Festival at Fort Adams 

The Newport Folk Festival, founded by George Wein in 1959, takes place on the grounds at Fort Adams State Park and features four stages of world-class musicians, food, vendors and a number of exhibits. Fort Adams is located at 90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport. One of the park system’s national treasures, Fort Adams is situated at the mouth of Newport Harbor with panoramic views of the Newport Bridge and the East Passage.

The festival runs rain or shine.

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PHOTO: Newport Folk Festival

July 27

Kurt Vile With Special Guest J Mascis at Columbus Theater

The Columbus Cooperative proudly presents Kurt Vile with special guest J Mascis.

Travel can inspire in surprising ways: Kurt Vile discovered as much making his first record in three years, the eclectic and electrifying Bottle It In, which he recorded at various studios around the country over two very busy years, during sessions that usually punctuated the ends of long tours or family road trips.

Every song, whether it’s a concise and catchy pop composition or a sprawling guitar epic, becomes a journey unto itself, taking unexpected detours, circuitous melodic avenues, or open-highway solos. 

The event begins at 7 p.m. 

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July 27

G Block Party at G Pub

Visit GPub on Orange Street in Downtown Providence starting at 5 PM to experience the reggae-rock band Dudemanbro while indulging on street fare cooked curbside.

Take part in street games, take a dip in the dunk tank (or dunk your friends!) and compete in our cornhole tournament.

Then DJ Justin Dupont spins the best house and top 40 beats from 8-midnight.

The event goes from 5 p.m. to 12 a.m. 

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July 28

Hellenic Fest at St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church

Hellenic Fest is St Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church's annual festival which dates back to 1983 and transports us for one weekend from our island to the beautiful islands and mainland of Greece.

Each year the residents and visitors of Newport experience the traditional culture, food, pastries, wine, music and dancing which the Greek community of Newport proudly shares during this cultural celebration.

There is fun for the whole family as we also have activities specifically for children to enjoy!

The event goes from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Hellenic Festival

July 28

Providence Flea Across from 345 South Water Street

Featuring the area's best local vintage vendors, artists, and makers, plus community nonprofits, food purveyors and food trucks, and live musicians! Always free with free on-street parking. 

The Flea opens at 10 a.m. 

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PHOTO: Providence Flea

July 28

Newsies at Theatre by the Sea

 Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged “newsies.” When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what's right. 

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