Featured Events in Providence in May, 2025 (May Updated)

The sexiest karaoke party in Providence! Join dozens of sexy couples and singles at this private speakeasy venue for a night of singing, dancing, mixing, mingling, flirting, eating, and drinking! Plenty of free onsite parking. VIP and Reserved seating available. Information Source: Rhody Boats Entertainment | eventbrite

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Collection 2025 RISD’s Apparel Design department presents its annual runway show spotlighting the talent of the 12 students graduating this spring. Friday, May 24th at 7:00pm The WaterFire Arts Center 475 Valley St. Providence, RI 02908 $35* for 7:00 pm show Doors will open at 6:30pm. Seating for this show is General Admission, seat yourself. Please plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early as each show starts promptly. If you’re driving to Providence, there will be ample parking at the venue. No flash photography is allowed during the show. For further information, please contact us at: apparel@risd.edu Information Source: RISD Apparel Design Department | eventbrite

Collection 2025 RISD’s Apparel Design department presents its annual runway show spotlighting the talent of the 12 students graduating this spring. Wednesday, May 28th at 4:00pm The WaterFire Arts Center 475 Valley St. Providence, RI 02908 $25* for 4:00 pm show Doors will open at 3:30pm. Seating for this show is General Admission, seat yourself. Please plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early as each show starts promptly. If you’re driving to Providence, there will be ample parking at the venue. No flash photography is allowed during the show. For further information, please contact us at: apparel@risd.edu Information Source: RISD Apparel Design Department | eventbrite

Laugh, learn, and get inspired by a mix of people from Providence as they share their ideas, stories, and creations using the PechaKucha format of 20 images that last 20 seconds each. Named best event in Rhode Island by RI Monthly! This Month's Theme: Epoch Epochs are those distinct periods in our lives, kind of like a season of TV. This month we're partnering up with our friends at the Knight Memorial Library to celebrate their 100th Anniversary to honor the defining moments that shape our lives and histories. From seismic cultural shifts to personal milestones, join us to reflect on the eras that change everything. How has your community responded to major shifts or new beginnings? How has your creative practice evolved over the years? What era are you in right now? Doors open at 7:20pm and presentations kick off at 8:20pm. PechaKucha Providence is built and sustained by our community. Thank you to our venues, vendors, and volunteers make this magic happen each month. Thank you to the Providence Tourism Council for supporting us in spreading the word about what we do. What is PechaKucha? If you haven't heard of this global yet unpronounceable phenomenon, PechaKucha is a monthly format for sharing ideas in which presenters are allotted 20 slides and 20 seconds per slide. Simply put: it's 6 minutes and 40 seconds of show and tell for grown-ups. It began in Tokyo in 2003, has since spread to over 1,200 cities worldwide, and first landed in Providence in March of 2009. To the best of our knowledge, Providence is the only chapter in the entire world that hosts a PechaKucha Night every month of the year. Information Source: PechaKucha Providence | eventbrite

Welcome to the Edward Gallogly Inn of Court 2025 Honorable Edward Newman Seminar ! Join us for an exciting in-person event at the Providence Marriott Downtown . This seminar will feature insightful discussions and networking opportunities with legal professionals. Don't miss out on this unique chance to learn from the best in the field. Register now to secure your spot! Information Source: eventbrite

PSU is turning 15 in 2025, and we want you to be part of our Quinceañera Celebration! We will mark the occasion with an inspiring celebration of 15 years of youth leadership, student artists, and collaborative community in Providence. There will be scholarship awards for youth leaders, music, dancing, and treats from local businesses! Please be on the lookout for more exciting updates on the event. We would love for our partner organizations to join us as event sponsors for this very special occasion! If you are interested in sponsoring the event, please check out our sponsorship opportunities for more information. Information Source: Providence Student Union | eventbrite

On Friday, May 30 at 7pm join a celebratory night of readings from the LitArts RI community. LitArts RI's annual Spring Showcase will feature local artists sharing fiction, memoir, screenplays and more written out of or inspired by a LitArts RI Spring 2025 writing workshop. This event is made possible by a Community Grant from Rhode Island Foundation. Health Safety Guidelines If you have tested positive for Covid-19 within a few days of attending an event at LitArts RI, please contact Staff so we can let others know of possible exposure. We ask that you wait 14 days or until testing negative to return to the Center. Accessibility LitArts RI is wheelchair accessible. The organization is actively committed to cultivating a community that values and reflects diversity, equity and inclusivity and to providing programming that is accessible to all attendees. Please let us know about any accommodations we can make to allow you to participate fully in this event. Information Source: LitArts RI | eventbrite

Please join me as I celebrate my big , amazing birthday on Saturday, May 31st. Proceeds from this celebration will benefit my Alma Mater, Bull Bay Primary Svhool! Information Source: eventbrite

**If you are a medical or behavioral health provider looking to attend continuing education sessions, or if you are a licensed provider who is not trans, nonbinary, gender diverse, and/or intersex, please register here. ** Welcome to the 2025 Rhode Island Trans Health Conference - Community Track ! Gender diverse people, their loved ones, and allies are invited to this day-long gathering to learn, explore, and shape new perspectives. This space is intentionally designed by the community, for the community . We are excited to welcome everyone on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at Rhode Island College! A complete schedule is available at this link. All sessions in the Community Track are provided free of charge . If you are able and willing to make a donation to support the conference, please select the sliding scale donations option when registering for the event. Coffee in the morning and hot lunch is provided for all attendees. Gluten free, vegan, and vegetarian options will be available. Quiet rooms and community spaces will also be provided throughout the conference and volunteers will be available for questions or support. If you have questions not answered in the FAQ's below, have a specific additional accessibility question or need, or have difficulty registering, please email queer.rhode.island@gmail.com. Learning Objectives: At the end of this conference, attendees will be able to: Identify everyday issues faced by transgender, nonbinary, gender diverse, and intersex people, and ways to address them. Explore and navigate gender from a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives. Identify legal, behavioral health, medical, and community needs, available resources and ways to fill in the gaps. Build affirming space for all community members at any stage in their journeys to intentionally connect, learn, and embrace joy. Important Information: To help the day run smoothly: This conference is about education and community. Please ignore any outside noise, whether it is from media, protestors, or people who are ‘just curious’. Sessions may not be recorded. Room monitors will be present in every session. Volunteers and Conference Staff will be available and visible throughout the day should you need any support. Ask for consent from all involved before sharing photos, personal stories, etc. Thank you to this year's Communtiy Track sponsors! TGI Network of RI Wilder Therapy & Wellness Information Source: RI Trans Health Conference | eventbrite

Have fun and raise money for a great cause. The 6th Annual Dinghy Poker Run to benefit Providence Animal Rescue League is back. Since the first one in 2019 we have raised over $27,700 for local animals in need, right here in Providence. We cant wait to do it again! Participants will travel to various stops along the Seekonk and Providence River gathering playing cards in sealed envelopes. Upon return to the marina participants will present their cards. There will be a cash prize of 20% of event ticket sales for first place. ALL other proceeds from tickets, raffles and t shirt sales go directly to PARL. Any type of dingy is allowed up to 13 feet long, there are no restrictions on power type or horsepower. (Please inquire if your dinghy does not meet these specifications and you are interested in joining) This is not a race, the winning hand wins. Feel free to stop along the way and soak up the scenery of the Providence and Seekonk River. Providence Animal Rescue League will be onsite with games and prizes and possibly some adoptable pets looking for their fur-ever homes. Schedule Saturday May 31th, 2025 (rain date June 1st) 12:00 - 1:45 PM check in on the deck/Fish Co 1:45 PM introduction and drivers meeting 2:00 PM boats leave 3:00 PM boats begin to return 4:00 PM hands played Best Hand Wins!!! For more information to join, donate a raffle item, or make a tax deductible donation by becoming a sponsor and get your business logo on our commemorative t shirt (For more information to join or make a tax deductible donation by becoming a sponsor and get your business logo on our commemorative t shirt please contact Keith Anderson, Providence Marina 401-369-SLIP(7547) providencemarina@gmail.com. The shirts for 2025 are going to be epic with a fun new logo, gauranteed to sell out! See less Information Source: Providence Marina | eventbrite

Math Extravaganza: Math Matters RI – Count Us In! Rhode Island is all in for math! Join Governor Dan McKee, Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green, and the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) for the FREE Math Extravaganza: Math Matters RI – Count Us In! event on Saturday, May 31 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the RI Nursing Education Center (South Street Landing) located at 350 Eddy Street in Providence. This event is open to all students, families, and educators and will offer prizes and fun, family-friendly activities including math games for all ages, a special Counted Out movie screening, a fireside chat with special guest Shalinee Sharma, workshops for parents and educators, and MORE! A more detailed schedule will be available soon. While the event is free and open to all, registration is required. Public parking and validated parking at the garage located at 330 Eddy Street is available. Information Source: Rhode Island Department of Education | eventbrite

The Rhode Island Smart Growth Awards celebrate and honor the passionate, creative and resourceful people who continue leading the charge to strengthen Rhode Island through neighborhood revitalization, expanded housing and transportation choices, environmental stewardship, and economic opportunity that benefits the many, not just the few. Information Source: Grow Smart RI | eventbrite

Experience the thrilling performance of "ASSASSINS" at the James and Gloria Maron Cultural Arts Center in Providence on May 15, 2025. This highly anticipated event will showcase a riveting tale of intrigue and suspense, promising an evening of entertainment like no other. Tickets for this must-see show are available for $25 to $30, offering exceptional value for an unforgettable experience. Don't miss out on this opportunity to witness a captivating production in the heart of Providence.

BAILE DE FAVELA Get ready to dance the night away at the hottest event in town - BAILE DE FAVELA ! Join us at La Santa Lounge for a night filled with music, dancing, and good vibes. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just looking to have a good time, this event is perfect for everyone. So grab your friends and come party with us! Information Source: LXST | eventbrite

373 Smith Street, Providence, RI Flowers are blooming on Smith Hill—and so is the neighborhood. Join us for our Spring Fling at Bodega on Smith, a relaxed, family-friendly, and pet-friendly event to kick off the season. We’re hosting an all-you-can-eat BBQ buffet featuring: BBQ chicken, ribs, baked beans, cornbread, coleslaw, Vegan options and more. (Vegan options include Beyond Burgers, BBQ airfired Tofu bites and more.) Pricing: $25 per adult $12 for kids under 12 What’s included: All-you-can-eat buffet Free face painting for kids Spring drink specials available for purchase Music, good vibes, and fun all afternoon Tarot card reader and pop-up metaphysical shop Bring your family, bring your pup, and come hang with us on Smith Hill. This is how Smith Hill does spring. Information Source: Bodega On Smith | eventbrite

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Celebrate in style at Varsity on historic Federal Hill! Join us for an upscale day party featuring premium drinks, gourmet bites, and vibrant beats—all set in the city’s premier luxury sports bar. Enjoy one free mimosa per guest from 11AM–2PM and enter to win exclusive raffle prizes throughout the day. This is not your average Cinco—this is where Varsity meets the fiesta. Information Source: The WavyBunch | eventbrite

Who: Local Fashion Designers Melissa and Britteny of clothing brands Cosmic Unicornz and Mallgothtrash are thrilled to be hosting our first DIY fashion workshop! What: Join us for an afternoon of denim fun! Bring any piece of denim (or a similar material item) from your collection (or choose a piece from our bin, we will have random denim items from donation centers available, such as vests, denim hats, etc), and spend the afternoon with us turning it into an iconic statement art piece. We will be stocking an art supplies bar with hand sewing supplies, paint pens, fabric markers, metal studs, fabric glue, scraps of fun fabric, old graphic tshirts to cut artwork out of, saftey pins, grommets, scissors, and much much more. There will be demonstrations on mark making techniques, hand sewing techniques and how to use some of our provided tools and materials. You are also encouraged to bring your own materials, or continue to work on a current piece (we know many of you have started making punk rock battle vests, or have ones that could use some more love!) Materials we suggest you bring are: Patches, old t shirts to cut graphics out of, button pins, and anything from your personal collection you would like to attach to denim. Sewing machines to help with this will be on site, managed by Melissa and Britteny. Clothing brands Cosmic Unicornz and Mallgothtrash will have a merch booth set up for shopping and inspiration! Special deals on patches designed by Mallgothtrash and Cosmic Unicornz will be available. Information Source: Rainbowland Photo Shoot Parties | eventbrite

Welcome to the Taurus Takeover Paint Party 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 Whether you're a Taurus yourself or just love painting, this event is perfect for anyone looking to have a good time with friends and family Or come alone and make new ones! We family! It's also 504 day so you know it's going to be a time! With a shake down! Come see what the hype is about and get The Experience at Art in Party! Wear any shade of PURPLE 💜💜💜💜 get a FREE raffle ticket to win $50 Hosted by Nikki Da Kidd Dj CAli Royce Top Flight Hookah All in the building!! Cakes and table decor are welcomed!! Painting Cash Bar Hookah Dj Vendors Food Giveaways Information Source: Art in Party | eventbrite

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Event Dates: Thursday 8th May 4 - 6pm Thursday 15th May 4 - 6pm Thursday 22nd May 4 - 6pm Event Information: Join artist-in-residence Maria Cooper for a three week exploration of the human form through movement, shape and colour. This will include working with printmaking and fabric. These workshops will be hosted in the Dead Dog Gallery alongside Maria’s solo exhibition. Cost £24 for all three weeks at full price or £12 for three weeks for concessions. All materials are provided. Please note this is an adult class, suitable for 18+ DSFC is located a short walk from the train and bus stations. Limited car parking is available on site 3.30pm - 6pm with additional paid parking available at Walkergate. This booking is for all three sessions. Participants must book a full block of 3, we have changed from individual dates in response to feedback from our participants. Please let us know if you are unable to make one session however individual missed sessions are not refundable. The classes will be hosted in our onsite gallery space: Dead Dog Gallery at Durham Sixth Form Centre, The Sands, Durham. DH1 1SG Information Source: Durham Sixth Form Centre | eventbrite

Sip Into Summer With Us! The warm days of summer are just around the corner, and what better way to welcome the season than with a refreshing drink in great company? Join us at Narragansett Brewery (271 Tockwotton St, Providence, RI) on Thursday, May 8th, from 6–8 PM for an evening of fun, networking, and celebration! We're bringing together the fantastic communities of AMA Boston and AMP-RI for a night of mingling, toasting, and making new connections. Whether you're here for the craft brews, the conversations, or just the good vibes—this is an event you won’t want to miss! If you get there before 6:30, the first beer is on Narragansett Brewery. See you there! ----- Want to become a sponsor of this event or a future AMA Boston event? Reach out to sponsorship@amaboston.org! ----- About the American Marketing Association (AMA) Boston: The American Marketing Association (AMA) Boston is the networking and educational hub for New England marketers. Our mission is to build a community of marketers who can share experiences, learn about the latest marketing trends, and build a powerful professional network. AMA Boston empowers its members with the knowledge and resources they need to be leaders in their careers and organizations. Learn more at https://www.amaboston.org. ----- Any questions? Please reach out to us at theoffice@amaboston.org ! Founded in 2009, the Association of Marketing Professionals of Rhode Island (AMP-RI) is an outgrowth of two earlier communications groups — the Women’s Advertising Club of Rhode Island and the Ad Club of Southeastern New England. AMP-RI is the statewide association for marketing professionals and those in the field to learn, connect and grow. Our vision is to provide opportunities to develop the professional and advance the practice of marketing in Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts. The monthly meetings of AMP-RI vary; some highlight expert speakers while others provide members with opportunities to network, share ideas and build professional relationships with one another. Learn more at: https://amp-ri.com/ Information Source: AMA Boston | eventbrite

Little Rhody/Mass Professional Networking would like to invite you to our May PVD Business Networking & Social Event at Narragansett Brewery in Providence, RI from 6:00pm - 8:00pm on Thursday, May 8th. Little Rhody Professional Networking will be partnering w/ AMA Boston and AMP RI for their first Marketing Mingle in the Ocean State at a great venue! All professionals are welcome whether you are simply working on building your network, looking for business leads, looking for a new job or just like to meet people.The event has a limited number of free tickets, so we ask that if you register, please plan to attend. We will also have a limited number of vendor tables for business services with the intent to invite your connections to our event. If you like to be a vendor, simply RSVP as a Vendor. Please RSVP at http://mpnetworking050825.eventbrite.com to attend. So come and bring your friends, a smile, and lots of business cards and make some great connections. Even if this is your first networking event, your hosts will make sure you make some great connections and feel very welcome. The goal is to build a great referral network for you for your success. We will have light appetizers however attendees are responsible for their drinks and food. Transportation Options - Located in India Point Park off Rte 195. Take I-195 E to Gano St in Providence. Finally, we would like you to join the Little Rhody Professional Networking and AIMC Business Solutions groups/Business Pages on Linkedin and Facebook. Information Source: AIMC Business Solutions | eventbrite

Spend Mother's Day Weekend with us at Platforms! James D-Train William will be performing live, also featuring DJ Buck and Angelena & the Unit. Ticket includes dinner buffet catered by Roma at 7pm, Entertainment 8pm - 2am. Advance tickets $40, for more information or to reserve tables call Joe at 401-932-8768 Information Source: Platforms Dance Club | eventbrite

WELCOME TO FERAL: CONEJO MALO! Providence's LGBTQ rager for rat-nasty slvtty-trashy queer and trans baddies. ⫸ EVENT INFO 10pm - 2am Shows 11pm and 12am Music by DJ BIMBO JACKIE & DJ GASOLINA Shows by CLAIRE ANNETTE & MX BUNNICULA Dresscode - BAD BUNNIES! 21+ / Tip Your Performers Advance tickets guarantee entry until 11 PM -- after that subject to capacity ⫸ FERAL POLICIES ■ No phones, photos, or videos on the dance floor ■ Consent is mandatory. Ask people if they want to dance or makeout. ■ Zero tolerance for violence, racism, transphobia, sexism or other discriminatory actions ■ Take care of each other. Alert our comfort monitors if somebody needs help. ■ Take care of yourself. Consume substances in moderation and do not leave your drink unattended. ■ The dance floor is a community. Remain open to new sounds, say excuse me, and dance your heart out. Information Source: Tara Dikhof | eventbrite

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Get ready for slams, suplexes, slays, and stories when CabaRestle comes to ISCO in Providence for it's first show of the year. CabaRestle is a unique blend of professional wrestling, theater, drag, burlesque and live music all in one event. Our eclectic lineup of wrestlers brings you freaks and geeks of all sorts, including a Broadway diva delivering show tunes and suplexes, a Superhero straight out of your morning cartoons, a home-maker hell-bent on ultra-violence, a meta-human super villain, an evil undead egyptian mummy, and a madcap doctor. They'll be joined by the lips of Providence Ninny Nothing , Banana Nicole your big tiddy goth girlfriend from outer space, Rocco Rose the nerdy and flirty lip sync assassin, Amethyst Rain a true diamond in the rough, and Mx Mingle Providence's next break out performer. Then get ready for ska that will send you straight to the stratosphere with So Many Dangers the Providence band all your cool friends have been telling you about. This show is a book fair for grown-ups so bring your extra lunch money and browse our vendors for the event Heartleaf Books and Red Ink Community Library . Saturday, May 17th, 2025 8:00 PM (Doors open at 7:30 PM) ISCO Spirits 1 Sims Ave #103 Providence, RI 02909 Estimated show time 2 and 1/2 hours Information Source: CabaRestle | eventbrite

Come join us for the return of Writing on Westminster, in partnership with our friends at LitArtsRI! Bring your current writing project to Symposium Books on 5/17 from 2-4pm. Extra seating will be available for writers to gather and write, read, and converse with the other creators in our diverse community. Visit our neighbors at Ellie's for a drink & and a treat--they will be expecting you! Writing spots will be set up both inside and outside the bookstore. We can't wait to see you and hold space for your creativity! Information Source: Symposium Books | eventbrite

You've asked and we have provided. We are so excited to host another Plus Size Clothing Swap for our community. All are welcome if you consider yourself plus size (1X and up)! Clear out your home from all your unwanted clothes and accessories (good & clean condition please!). Then come, dig, and leave with a whole new wardrobe! All the leftovers will be donated to a local non-profit organization. Only rules: be kind, be generous, and be chill. Open and welcome for all peoples, all bodies, all identities! What to Expect at our Clothing Swap Attendees bring their unwanted & ready to donate CLEAN clothing to the event. (Please ensure all clothing is in decent, clean and wearable condition. If you wouldn't wear it because it's too dirty/worn/torn, someone else probably won't either.) All clothing will be placed into clothing piles organized by type and attendees will dig through, try on, and keep any items they want for themselves. If you need support digging through the clothing piles please let us know at the swap and we can assist you and/or provide rolling chairs to make it easier. We do not seperate our clothing based on gender. Attendees can bring as much or little clothing as they want to donate to the swap. And you can take as much or little as you want. We do not patrol how many items are brought or taken. We get the event started around 3:15 to allow attendees to arrive. You will then have until 5pm to shop the swap and try on clothing. Meet and become apart our sustainably focused community. You can also shop The Nest's secondhand and vintage inventory. BYOB x3 Bring your own Beverage! Mimosas, wine, beer, or non-alcoholic beverages are welcome & encouraged, just ask us for a glass :) Bring your own Bites! Bring your own Bag! This event is size-agnostic as we are an inclusive community who caters to all bodies. Accessibility. Please reach out to us at shop@thenestpvd.com for any accessibility questions or accommodation needs for this event. We are wheelcair accessible. By registering, you agree that The Nest has the right to resell leftover clothing or donate to our local non-profits partner, Big Brothers Big Sisters. Information Source: The Nest | eventbrite