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July 2025

Wed 9
Drop-in chess at Roger Williams Park, Boathouse Lawn. Spring schedule: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 PM. Ages 8+, all abilities. Canceled if raining. Check Instagram for updates.
Featured July 9 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Drop in Chess at Roger Williams Park

Drop in Chess at Roger Williams Park

Clark Dalrymple Boathouse in Roger Williams Park 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States

Drop in Chess at Roger Williams Park Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 6:30 - 7:30 Meet on the Boathouse Lawn Join our instructor Sam as we learn and play chess! Recommended for ages 8+. All experience levels welcome. Check instagram for possible schedule changes & weather cancellations!      

Free
Thu 10
Featured July 10 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Mental Health Morning at RWP Botanical Center

Botanical Center 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States

Mental Health Morning at RWP Botanical Centerย  Thursday, July 10 9:00 - 10:00 AM Join us for an hour of calm in the magical space of the Botanical Center with a relaxed session guided by heath expert Sandra Victorino, presented by the Roger Williams Park Conservancy. Registration is free but required in order to keep […]

Free
Thu 10
Featured July 10 @ 8:20 pm - 10:00 pm Movies in the Park – Pirates in the Park

Movies in the Park – Pirates in the Park

Clark Dalrymple Boathouse in Roger Williams Park 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States

Movies in the Park First Fridays at Sunset on the Boathouse Lawn Live Music, free popcorn come join in the free fun! 5/2ย  - The Goonies @7:45 6/6ย  -ย  Peter Pan,ย  Start @8:15 7/10ย -ย  The Princess Bride (Note July 10th is the 2nd Thursday)@8:20 8/1 -ย  The Pirates, Band of Misfitsย  @8:00 9/5ย  -ย  Pirates […]

Free
Fri 11
Red square with "SAVE THE BAYยฎ" in bold white letters and "NARRAGANSETT BAY" in black below.
Featured July 11 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am RWP Community Clean up with Save the Bay

RWP Community Clean up with Save the Bay

RWP Community Clean ups with Save the Bay We are partnering with Save the Bay for monthly clean ups in Roger Williams Park to help keep RWP looking its best! Register with Save the Bay HERE, If all spots are full, reach out to us and we will check if they can accomodate more people. […]

Free
Fri 11
Featured July 11 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

FirstWorks Summer Beats: William Cepeda & Elio Villafranca

Clark Dalrymple Boathouse in Roger Williams Park 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States

FirstWorks Summer Beats Concerts: The William Cepeda & Elio Villafranca Sextet: Merging Roots July 11 atย 6:00 PMย  Artist Up-Close at 5 PM Roger Williams Park Dalrymple Boathouse Lawn   This exciting concert tour unites two renowned musicians, William Cepeda and Elio Villafranca, in a dynamic exploration of the shared African roots connecting Cuba, Puerto Rico, […]

Free
Tue 15
Drop-in chess at Roger Williams Park, Boathouse Lawn. Spring schedule: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 PM. Ages 8+, all abilities. Canceled if raining. Check Instagram for updates.
Featured July 15 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Drop in Chess at Roger Williams Park

Drop in Chess at Roger Williams Park

Clark Dalrymple Boathouse in Roger Williams Park 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States

Drop in Chess at Roger Williams Park Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 6:30 - 7:30 Meet on the Boathouse Lawn Join our instructor Sam as we learn and play chess! Recommended for ages 8+. All experience levels welcome. Check instagram for possible schedule changes & weather cancellations!      

Free
Wed 16
Drop-in chess at Roger Williams Park, Boathouse Lawn. Spring schedule: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 PM. Ages 8+, all abilities. Canceled if raining. Check Instagram for updates.
Featured July 16 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Drop in Chess at Roger Williams Park

Drop in Chess at Roger Williams Park

Clark Dalrymple Boathouse in Roger Williams Park 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States

Drop in Chess at Roger Williams Park Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 6:30 - 7:30 Meet on the Boathouse Lawn Join our instructor Sam as we learn and play chess! Recommended for ages 8+. All experience levels welcome. Check instagram for possible schedule changes & weather cancellations!      

Free
Thu 17
Featured July 17 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Gallery Night Providence at RWP

Gallery Night Providence at RWP

RWP Gateway Center 1197 Broad St., providence, RI

Gallery Night Providence at RWP Thursday, July 17th, 5:00 - 9:00 PM Thursday, August 21st, 5:00 - 9:00 PM Meet at the RWP Gateway Center Learn more at gallerynight.org  

Free
Sat 19
Featured July 19 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm PVD World Music – Live at Roger Williams Park

PVD World Music – Live at Roger Williams Park

Clark Dalrymple Boathouse in Roger Williams Park 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States

PVD World Music - Live at Roger Williams Park Saturdays, July 19th & August 16th - FREE 6:00 - 8:00 PM on the Boathouse Lawn Stay Tuned for artists!! Sponsored in part by Providence Tourism Council PVD World Music returns to Roger Williams Park Boathouse lawn with another series of a captivating blend of traditional […]

Free
Tue 22
Drop-in chess at Roger Williams Park, Boathouse Lawn. Spring schedule: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 PM. Ages 8+, all abilities. Canceled if raining. Check Instagram for updates.
Featured July 22 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Drop in Chess at Roger Williams Park

Drop in Chess at Roger Williams Park

Clark Dalrymple Boathouse in Roger Williams Park 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States

Drop in Chess at Roger Williams Park Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 6:30 - 7:30 Meet on the Boathouse Lawn Join our instructor Sam as we learn and play chess! Recommended for ages 8+. All experience levels welcome. Check instagram for possible schedule changes & weather cancellations!      

Free
Wed 23
Drop-in chess at Roger Williams Park, Boathouse Lawn. Spring schedule: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 PM. Ages 8+, all abilities. Canceled if raining. Check Instagram for updates.
Featured July 23 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Drop in Chess at Roger Williams Park

Drop in Chess at Roger Williams Park

Clark Dalrymple Boathouse in Roger Williams Park 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States

Drop in Chess at Roger Williams Park Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 6:30 - 7:30 Meet on the Boathouse Lawn Join our instructor Sam as we learn and play chess! Recommended for ages 8+. All experience levels welcome. Check instagram for possible schedule changes & weather cancellations!      

Free
Fri 25
Featured July 25 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

FirstWorks Summer Beats Concerts: Khumariyaan

Clark Dalrymple Boathouse in Roger Williams Park 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States

FirstWorks Summer Beats Concerts: Khumariyaan July 25 atย 6:00 PM Roger Williams Park Dalrymple Boathouse Lawn   On tour as part of Center Stage Transfixing, hyper-folk jams with deep Pushtoon roots. The third concert of this yearโ€™s Summer Beats global journey transports audiences to the ancient crossroads through the Khyber Pass with an electrifying performance by […]

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Raise your hand if you could use an hour of self-care this week! ๐Ÿ‘‹ Leave the stress of everyday life behind for Mental Health Morning Thursday at 9 AM in the serene Botanical Center. Be sure to RSVP, and let the relaxation stretch beyond the session by purchasing a ticket to hang out at the Center!

Keep the good vibes going with Movies at the Park set to take place sunset on the Boathouse Lawn. Hopefully the weather cooperates for this quintessential summer outing perfect for the whole fam! ๐Ÿ“ฝ๐Ÿฟ

See you soon, Park peeps!

#FreeFunPVD #lotstodo #jewelofpvd #pvdbackyard #rogerwilliamspark #RWPC #summer

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Raise your hand if you could use an hour of self-care this week! ๐Ÿ‘‹  Leave the stress of everyday life behind for Mental Health Morning Thursday at 9 AM in the serene Botanical Center. Be sure to RSVP, and let the relaxation stretch beyond the session by purchasing a ticket to hang out at the Center!

Keep the good vibes going with Movies at the Park set to take place sunset on the Boathouse Lawn. Hopefully the weather cooperates for this quintessential summer outing perfect for the whole fam! ๐Ÿ“ฝ๐Ÿฟ

See you soon, Park peeps!

#FreeFunPVD #lotstodo #jewelofpvd #pvdbackyard #rogerwilliamspark #RWPC #summer

Meet Richard Riccio and John Goff! ๐ŸŒณ

This month`s People of RWP spotlight introduces two dedicated Providence Parks Department employees: @iamriccio, the Botanical Center Supervisor at Roger Williams Park, and John, who has been with the Parks Department for over 14 years.

Even though their presence in the Park is not strictly for leisure, on any given day you can find Richard and John taking a walk during their break, enjoying the health benefits of being outside. If you see them, say hi! Theyโ€™re a small part of the mighty @pvdparks crew who take care of over 100 parks, including our beloved RWP. ๐Ÿฅพ

โžก Read more about them online (link in bio), and if you haven`t already, subscribe to our newsletter to see People of RWP in your inbox every month, along with exciting news, events, and more!

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Meet Richard Riccio and John Goff! ๐ŸŒณ

This month's People of RWP spotlight introduces two dedicated Providence Parks Department employees: @iamriccio, the Botanical Center Supervisor at Roger Williams Park, and John, who has been with the Parks Department for over 14 years.

Even though their presence in the Park is not strictly for leisure, on any given day you can find Richard and John taking a walk during their break, enjoying the health benefits of being outside. If you see them, say hi! Theyโ€™re a small part of the mighty @pvdparks crew who take care of over 100 parks, including our beloved RWP. ๐Ÿฅพ

โžก Read more about them online (link in bio), and if you haven't already, subscribe to our newsletter to see People of RWP in your inbox every month, along with exciting news, events, and more!

There may be rain in the forecast, but we`re crossing our fingers for a break in the clouds during this week`s full itinerary of happenings in the Park! Before you grab the keys, check this space for any updates!

โ™Ÿ Drop-in Chess continues Tuesday and Wednesday evenings for all ages and skill levels.
๐ŸŒธ De-stress with a relaxing Mental Health Morning session at the Botanical Center Thursday at 9 AM.
๐ŸŽฅ Bring the whole family to the Boathouse Lawn for the monthly Movies in the Park series (on Thursday this time instead of Friday!), screening The Princess Bride, with free popcorn!
๐ŸŒณ Wear your garden gloves and sturdy shoes to clean up the Park with Save the Bay at 9 AM on Friday.
๐ŸŽท The FirstWorks Summer Beats season is going strong with Friday`s concert at 6 PM, featuring The William Cepeda & Elio Villafranca Sextet: Merging Roots. @pvd_foodtruckevents offers a host of delicious fare nearby!

Visit our events calendar online for more info, and even more summer fun!

#FirstWorks #FirstWorksSummerBeats #FreeFunPVD #lotstodo #jewelofpvd #pvdbackyard #rogerwilliamspark #RWPC #summer #pvd #providence #FoodTruckFriday #MovieNight

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There may be rain in the forecast, but we're crossing our fingers for a break in the clouds during this week's full itinerary of happenings in the Park! Before you grab the keys, check this space for any updates!

โ™Ÿ Drop-in Chess continues Tuesday and Wednesday evenings for all ages and skill levels. 
๐ŸŒธ De-stress with a relaxing Mental Health Morning session at the Botanical Center Thursday at 9 AM.
๐ŸŽฅ Bring the whole family to the Boathouse Lawn for the monthly Movies in the Park series (on Thursday this time instead of Friday!), screening The Princess Bride, with free popcorn!
๐ŸŒณ Wear your garden gloves and sturdy shoes to clean up the Park with Save the Bay at 9 AM on Friday.
๐ŸŽท The FirstWorks Summer Beats season is going strong with Friday's concert at 6 PM, featuring The William Cepeda & Elio Villafranca Sextet: Merging Roots. @pvd_foodtruckevents offers a host of delicious fare nearby!

Visit our events calendar online for more info, and even more summer fun!

#FirstWorks #FirstWorksSummerBeats #FreeFunPVD #lotstodo #jewelofpvd #pvdbackyard #rogerwilliamspark #RWPC #summer #pvd #providence #FoodTruckFriday #MovieNight

Before the Roger Williams Park Zoo was home to animals like giraffes and elephants, a horse racing track drew crowds of up to 35,000 people for annual Fourth of July horse shows in the early 1900s! ๐ŸŽ

This holiday weekend, a visit to the @@rwpzoo lets guests go even further back in time to see prehistoric dinosaurs (through August 10)! ๐Ÿฆ–

Swing by the Park on Saturday for a Family Walk, meeting at in front of the Clark Dalrymple Boathouse! ๐ŸŒธ

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Before the Roger Williams Park Zoo was home to animals like giraffes and elephants, a horse racing track drew crowds of up to 35,000 people for annual Fourth of July horse shows in the early 1900s! ๐ŸŽ

This holiday weekend, a visit to the @@rwpzoo lets guests go even further back in time to see prehistoric dinosaurs (through August 10)! ๐Ÿฆ–

Swing by the Park on Saturday for a Family Walk, meeting at in front of the Clark Dalrymple Boathouse! ๐ŸŒธ

The @firstworksri Summer Beats series returns to the Park next week! Bring a blanket or chairs and grab a spot on the lawn to soak up some rays while listening to two renowned musicians: pioneer of Afro-Rican jazz, William Cepeda, and Cuban pianist and composer, Elio Villafranca. Their dynamic approach to jazz blends musical traditions of their homelands, highlighting cultural resilience through rhythm, improvisation, and storytelling.

๐ŸŽท Friday, July 11 at 6 PM
๐ŸŽน Don`t miss an Artist Up-Close at 5 PM!
๐ŸŽต Roger Williams Park Dalrymple Boathouse Lawn
๐Ÿฅ FREE and open to all!
๐ŸŒฎ No dinner plans? No problem โ€“ grab a bite from @pvd_foodtruckevents across from the Boathouse Lawn!

Special thanks to our partners and program sponsors: Rhode Island Commerce, Providence Tourism Council, Providence Parks Department, Collette, and BankNewport!

#FirstWorks #FirstWorksSummerBeats #FreeFunPVD #lotstodo #jewelofpvd #pvdbackyard #rogerwilliamspark #RWPC

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The @firstworksri Summer Beats series returns to the Park next week! Bring a blanket or chairs and grab a spot on the lawn to soak up some rays while listening to two renowned musicians: pioneer of Afro-Rican jazz, William Cepeda, and Cuban pianist and composer, Elio Villafranca. Their dynamic approach to jazz blends musical traditions of their homelands, highlighting cultural resilience through rhythm, improvisation, and storytelling.

๐ŸŽท Friday, July 11 at 6 PM 
๐ŸŽน Don't miss an Artist Up-Close at 5 PM!
๐ŸŽต Roger Williams Park Dalrymple Boathouse Lawn
๐Ÿฅ FREE and open to all!
๐ŸŒฎ No dinner plans? No problem โ€“ grab a bite from @pvd_foodtruckevents across from the Boathouse Lawn!

Special thanks to our partners and program sponsors: Rhode Island Commerce, Providence Tourism Council, Providence Parks Department, Collette, and BankNewport!

#FirstWorks #FirstWorksSummerBeats #FreeFunPVD #lotstodo #jewelofpvd #pvdbackyard #rogerwilliamspark #RWPC
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