We’re celebrating the installation of 200 new banners that showcase downtown Providence’s rich cultural, historical, and civic identity. This kickoff event is packed with delicious food, engaging activities, and fun for the whole family!
Special thanks to the Mayor’s Office, Rhode Island Commerce, Providence Tourism Council, and GoProvidence for making this celebration possible.
We’re still adding events to the lineup! Everything is within easy walking distance along the downtown riverfront. Stay tuned to our socials and newsletter as the schedule fills out.
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Downtown Providence Park Wayfinding Project—an exciting initiative designed to enhance the vibrancy, connectivity, and accessibility of our city’s core. Thanks to a generous grant from Commerce RI and in collaboration with the City of Providence and our downtown partners, this project will transform our public spaces with eye-catching colorful banners and improved navigation tools.
Stretching from the Point Street Bridge to Waterplace Park and extending through Biltmore Park, Burnside Park, and Kennedy Plaza, these enhancements will give downtown Providence a fresh, engaging look while helping residents and visitors better explore the city.
🎉 Downtown Park Wayfinding Kickoff
📍 Sunday, July 20 | 12–6PM
📌 Waterplace Park ➡️ 195 District Park
Join us for a full day of free pop-up performances, dance workshops, kayak rides, art, food & more — all celebrating the new banners reflecting the heart of downtown PVD!
Grateful! @pvdmayor @gopvdpov, @providencetourism @ricommerce @gpropertiespvd @rhodeislandhistory
Don’t miss:
🦪 Free oysters
🛶 Free kayaks
💃 Dance workshops
🎭 Big Nazo + more!
#MeetUsDowntown #DowntownPVD #WayfindingKickoff #FreeInPVD #PVDArts #ExplorePVD #YouBelongHere @rilatinoarts @buenagraficasocialstudio @localrobotpvd @bignazo @shuckologist @stagesoffreedom_ri @rattscallionfacepainting @flamencorhodeisland @culturadancearts @pins_kytchen @the.gyrobrothers @risdmuseum
The place to be on July 20, 2025?
The Wayfinding Kickoff Event, of course!
From noon to 7 PM, the Downtown Providence Parks Loop transforms into a Wayfinding wonderland with FREE performances, workshops, and food—all while celebrating the installation of 200+ new Wayfinding banners representing the first phase of this transformative project!
🎭 Theater & Performance - RI Latino Arts’ ¡Que Diablos! Fausto and Big Nazo’s roaming street theater
💃🏼 Dance & Movement - Bachata, salsa, Flamenco workshops, Lion Dance, and Laotian cultural performances
🎨Interactive Fun - Mega bubbles, face painting, and free RISD Museum admission
🦪 Food & Adventure - Free oyster tastings, kayak rentals, and historical tours
Stay tuned for a more detailed schedule of events!
Waterplace to District Park. One epic day. Providence at its best!
We want to see YOU downtown!
#downtownpvd #providenceri #providenceevents #providence #pvdparks #downtownprovidence #livemusic
Welcome back to Meet Us in Downtown with DPPN! ✨ Today we’re catching up with a friend who lives and works right here in the city—and walks the Riverwalk loop daily. We even compared it to the Seine in Paris! 🇫🇷🌊
We also talked about something exciting coming soon: our wayfinding project launching in downtown parks this year! Stay tuned—this is just the beginning.
Thanks for meeting us Downtown! 💬🏙️
#MeetUsInDowntown #DowntownPVD #RiverwalkPVD #ThisIsPVD #CityLife #WalkableProvidence #WayfindingInTheWorks #DPPN #UrbanVibes #ExploreProvidence
🎬🎶 This Week in Downtown + Beyond! 🎭🛍️
The city is buzzing—here’s what’s happening in and around downtown Providence this week:
🎥 48 Hour Film Project Premiere at Avon Theater – Catch local filmmakers’ creativity on the big screen!
🎵 WBNA Concerts in the Park – Enjoy live music and community vibes.
🎶 FirstWorks Summer Beats at Roger Williams Park – Global sounds and summer energy.
🌟 FringePVD Kicks Off – The Providence Fringe Festival brings bold performances all across the city.
🛍️ Flea in the Park at 195 District Park – Your Sunday go-to for vintage finds, makers, food trucks & more!
There’s no shortage of art, music, and community to discover—get out and meet us in the city!
#ThisWeekInPVD #MeetUsInDowntown #FringePVD #FirstWorks #WBNAConcerts #48HourFilmProject #AvonTheater #FleaInThePark #DowntownPVD #SummerInProvidence
🎆 Happy 4th of July from the DPPN team! 🇺🇸
Wishing you a safe, joyful, and festive Independence Day. Here’s to community, celebration, and summer memories in the heart of Downtown Providence! 💙❤️🤍
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