Rhode Island College
600 mount pleasant avenue, +1 401 456-8000, (http://www.ric.edu)
Triggs Memorial Golf Course
1533 chalkstone ave., phone: 401 521-8460. triggs is one of rhode islandâs most well-known public golf courses. the golf course is located just minutes from downtown providence and offers views of the city from some of the more elevated points. it offers a nice middle ground between a championship course and an enjoyable public course. with affordable rates and great holes, it is definitely a course worth playing. green fees: weekend /weekdays: 18 holes: $40, 9 holes: $23. cart fees- 18 holes: $18 per player, 9 holes: $9 per player.
The feast of St. Joseph
Is celebrated on federal hill in may. it is sponsored by the holy ghost parish. for further information, the following number is listed on the order of the sons of italy organization phone: +1 770 421-9137.
Seasonal
Waterfire
(http://waterfire.org/) centers on a series of 100 fires that burn on the three rivers that pass through the middle of downtown providence. the string of fires illuminates nearly two-thirds of a mile and residents and visitors gather to stroll along the river. the fires are burned from sunset to past midnight on select evenings typically on weekends from april or may through october. if you want to experience something that is very relaxing while still taking in the urban life of downtown providence, go and see waterfire. there are no admission charges. concessions are available. there are outdoor stands set up hosting a dunkin donuts as well as kettle corn, pizza and doughboy fried dough distributors for modest prices. boatrides are available if you would like to get a closer look at the fire. pricing for the gondola during waterfire is $159 for 2 passengers and $15 per additional person which can be added to your gondola up until the day of the ride. proud mary offers motor launch services on a pontoon boat with tours leaving every half hour from the north side of waterplace basin. waterfire is quite popular with locals and visitors alike, and tends to draw large crowds. if you do plan to attend waterfire, walking or taking public transportation into kennedy plaza is strongly recommended as most surrounding streets become very congested. if you are driving, parking is available at the providence place mall for $1 for a 3 hour time block. the price increases after one surpasses 3 hours.
Bank of America Skating Center
2 kennedy plaza, +1 401 331-5544 (http://www.kennedyplaza.o...) is a 14,000 square-foot outdoor ice rink located in the center of downcity providence that offers ice skating fun for all ages. hours are 10 am to 10 pm monday - friday and 11 am to 10 pm saturday / sunday, and the rink is open from the end of november to the end of march, weather permitting in the case of inclement weather to confirm rink is open. cost of skating is $6.00 adults, $3.00 children 12 and under and $3.00 seniors 65 and older, though season passes are available and certain designated skating times are discounted. children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. skate rental is available for $4.00 per pair.
Live music
Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel
79 washington street, +1 401 331-5876, (http://www.lupos.com). also known as lupos at the strand, a midsized musical venue in downtown providence a few blocks from the providence place mall. it's housed in a historic five story theater and hosts punk bands, alternative, hip-hop, blues, reggae, and many other types of music which are set for a larger venue, but can't quite fill the roseland ballroom or similar larger gigs. however, it also brings the groups who would normally be set for a much larger stage, such as de la soul, coheed and cambria, or george clinton and the p-funk. with slightly less expensive tickets than a bigger venue, and a much more personal experience, lupos is a great show worth going to any day.
The Century Lounge
5 elbow street, +1 401 751-2255, (http://www.centurylounge.com). formerly the last call then the call this establishment attracts a large amount of different styles, but its focused mostly on rock, alternative, and blues. although it isn't very big, the inside is composed of exposed brick and wood, and gives the place a warmer, cozier feel than your typical venue. it also has a bar, and a very good sound system for a building that size. the bands that come to the lounge are usually progressing bands which have gotten some publicity, and regional bands of the area. ticket prices are relatively low, ranging from $5-20.00. the century lounge is a good bet for a cheap show with a personal feel or to see and support local bands.
Club Hell
73 richmond street, +1 401 351-1977. while known for its unique nightclub atmosphere, club hell has recently become a music venue as well. it is a small yet intimate place with bar and a dance floor. past musical acts include local success story zox and the von bondies. tickets usually run from $5-15.
Entertainment arenas
Dunkin' Donuts Center
1 lasalle square, box office: +1 401 331-6700, (http://www.dunkindonutsce...). a 14,500 seat indoor sports and entertainment arena located in downtown providence which brings in over a million people annually. it holds various musical events, providence bruins ice hockey, basketball, and almost every type of show for kids. has events such as champions on ice, featuring olympic medalist michele kwan and others, coheed and cambria/avenged sevefold co-headline tour, and every pc friars and providence bruins home game. ticket prices will usually vary depending on the event, and can range from $30.00 for a concert to $150.00 for a special event such as ice skating. wheelchair accessible.
Rhode Island Convention Center
Providence. a multipurpose facility available for almost any event, from dog shows to dinner banquets. special events at the rhode island convention center:
Night life
Water Place Park
Is connected to 3/4 mile of cobblestone-paved pedestrian walkways along the waterfront known as riverwalk host to providence's popular summertime waterfire events, a series of bonfires lit on the river accompanied by classical and world music. the friday night concert series kicks off at waterplace park in june for free. this is a summer concert series for all rhode islanders featuring an eclectic array of performers ranging from jazz and folk to hip-hop and rock.
Lupos' Heartbreak Hotel
Located 79 washington st., call 401-331-lupo
Tantric Lounge
1070 north main street, call 401-273-1070
Monet Lounge
(http://www.monetlounge.com) 115 harris ave, phone: 401580-4847. it offers a fun environment for all ages. they have vip sections inside as well as outside in the rum jungle. every thursday is college night, 18+ to party, 21+ to party harder. every saturday is 21 plus. $10
Colosseum
(http://www.colosseumri.com) - 180 pine st providence ri 02903 phone: 401497-4200. the colosseum was inspired by "the renaissance city, to create a trip back to the gods and goddesses. the colosseum is broken into three themed night clubs, "the ruins", "mythology" and "the arena". mythology is where the real party is, with live dj's and vip booths for those who want to be catered to. the colosseum is also home to shake wednesdays. this is an indie/electro dance night held every wednesday. each wednesday there is a different theme for the night.
Club Therapy
(http://www.clubtherapyri.com) 7 dike st, phone: 401490-7202 themed nights are what therapy is all about. dj's spinning house music for you entertainment. 21+ every friday and saturday.
Ultra the Night Club
Located at 172 pine st., providence ri, for vip call 401-454-live x31.
Roxy Providence
79 washington st, call 401-831-roxy
Arts and theater
AS220
115 empire st., +1 401 831-9327. a non-profit community arts center. the building features four art galleries, performance space, 19 artist studios and a bar/cafã©. events are booked every night at as220; these include art exhibits, live music and panel discussions. as220 features many rhode island artists, but national acts are booked here often. notable recurring events include:fools ball. as220's signature gala event. this yearly party spans five days and countless exhibits. every year brings a new theme the harlem renaissance in 2004, for example. major events usually include live music, art exhibits, dinners and film screenings.providence poetry slam. held on the first and fourth thursday of every month. this eclectic event, one of the venue's most popular, features both local and national poets and musicians. all artists novice and professional and spectators are welcome; the providence slam team has had great success in the national poetry slam over the past decade.geek dinners. held on the last wednesday of every month. these dinners allow those involved in rhode island's technology industry to communicate and collaborate. geek dinners always have a featured presentation or discussion. topics vary greatly, from startups to web services to hardware.
Providence Performing Arts Center
220 weybosset street, +1 401 421-2997, (http://www.ppacri.org). located in the center of providence, and hosts a plethora of shows, from stand-up comic larry the cable guy, to the kid's show dora the explorer, to the rhode island philharmonic. the center also features local and national music, and local musicians have the unique chance to perform before a large audience here. the audiences sometimes include students from grades 6-9, and at the end the students will be asked to submit a card grading the performance.
Trinity Repertory Company
201 washington st., box office phone: +1 401 351-4242. a nationally-renowned theater downtown. trinity rep seats 820 and has an estimated annual audience of 160,000. trinity rep has produced over 50 world premiere plays and a balance of both contemporary and classic works. the venue features six subscription productions each year and an annual production of a christmas carol.
Providence Black Repertory Company
Is a creative home that celebrates the contributions of african-american artists throughout history. address: 276 westminster st., phone: 401-351-0353, handicap service: contact property for current services.
Fools Ball. AS220's signature gala event. This yearly party spans five days and countless exhibits. Every year brings a new theme the Harlem Renaissance in 2004, for example. Major events usually include live music, art exhibits, dinners and film screenings.
Providence Poetry Slam. Held on the first and fourth Thursday of every month. This eclectic event, one of the venue's most popular, features both local and national poets and musicians. All artists novice and professional and spectators are welcome; the Providence Slam team has had great success in the national Poetry Slam over the past decade.
Geek Dinners. Held on the last Wednesday of every month. These dinners allow those involved in Rhode Island's technology industry to communicate and collaborate. Geek Dinners always have a featured presentation or discussion. Topics vary greatly, from Startups to Web Services to hardware.
Handicap Service: Complete Wheel Chair Access, Special Arrangements Upon Request, Communication Devices for the Deaf.