The Weekly: 8/13/26 Guide to Downtown Providence
Here’s the gist: in Providence, there’s always something interesting going on. And we understand how challenging it can be to wade through all the happenings and decide what events to attend, where to eat, and what to shop for. That’s why we’re here to share the top things we’re excited about in the coming week in each installment of “The Weekly.” Each week, we’ll rant and rave unabashedly about just a slice of the food, fun, and fantastic items that we’re currently obsessed with in downtown Providence, RI.
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TONIGHT: “CLUELESS” SHOWS AT MOVIES ON THE BLOCK DOWNTOWN
Tonight is the night! Movies on the Block is back in Providence with a free outdoor screening. Join us for the 90s cult classic “Clueless” on Thursday, Aug. 13 at dusk (so after sunset, once it’s dark enough for the projector). Alicia Silverstone stars in the iconic role of Cher, a wealthy high schooler who embarks on a matchmaking journey that may just end in disaster. (Pssst this is a very entertaining 90s retelling of Jane Austen’s novel Emma.)
Movies on the Block takes place at Grant’s Block Park in downtown Providence. There’s no seating provided so bring your beach chairs and show up early because space is limited! This park unfortunately cannot accommodate dogs, so please leave them safe and cozy at home. Hungry? Oberlin is vending food and drinks right on-site.
FROZEN DRINKS WITH A PLANTERAY RUM POP-UP ON THIS PROVIDENCE PATIO
Frozen drinks hit differently during a toasty Rhode Island summer… And it’s not every restaurant or bar that is pulling out the blender, so of course we’re super excited that Oberlin is having a special Cicchetti hour with blended drinks this weekend.
On Sunday, Aug. 16 head to Oberlin from 3-5 pm for snacks, beverages, and treats from special guest Planteray Rum on Oberlin’s outdoor patio right next to Grant’s Block Park. This restaurant is located at 266 Westminster Street in downtown Providence.
CALL FOR VENDORS: INDOWNCITY & PROVIDENCE TOURISM’S HOLIDAY MARKET IS BACK
We can't believe it ourselves but yes, we're already dreaming about kicking off the holiday season in December 2026 with the return of the very popular PVD Downcity Holiday Market! We had such a great time last year, with Grant's Block Park and the surrounding streets filling with food trucks, marketplace vendors, live music and holiday cheer...
And once again, InDowncity is partnering with the Providence Tourism Council to do it all over again on December 3-6, 2026. Right now we have exciting news: we've just opened up our vendor applications for unique artisanal vendors to join us at this holiday event.
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