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Bristol Christmas Festival European Marketplace

Bristol Rhode Island

We are pleased to present our 3rd annual European Christmas Marketplace. Stroll along the beautifully decorated Christmas huts and partake in the delectable fares found in European Christmas Marketplaces. Shop […]

Open Studios at Shady Lea Mill

Please join us at the historic Shady Lea Mill, home to over 40 working artists, for TAX-FREE shopping of ONE-OF-A-KIND works of art. On Dec 7th & 8th, 2024 from […]

IYRS Artisan Holiday Market

IYRS 449 Thames St., Newport

The Artisan Holiday Market will feature the work of 30 talented makers, artists, and craftspeople for all your holiday shopping needs. Experience the beauty of historic Restoration Hall, Newport's original […]

54th Annual Bowen’s Wharf Tree Lighting

Bowen's Wharf 5 Bowen's Landing, Newport

It’s the most wonderful time of the year – twinkling lights, fragrant wintergreens, beautiful bows, and a most amazing Christmas tree on historic Bowen’s Wharf. Festivities begin around 12:30 with […]

Thoughts of Home

OVERLAP 112 Van Zandt Ave., Newport

Please join us for an afternoon of readings and conversation on the theme of “home,” with Rhode Island authors Mary-Kim Arnold, Tina Cane, Hester Kaplan, Reid Sherline, Susan Tacent, and […]

Bristol’s Grand Illumination

400 Hope Street Bristol

The signature event of Bristol's Christmas Season is the GRAND ILLUMINATION. You, your family and your friends won't want to miss the fun. The festivities kick off with area students and artists performing […]