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The rink is a year-round destination venue with a diverse multi-generational captive audience. The summer event season extends from April through October with programming such as public roller skating, monthly movie nights, & more in addition to rental space available for public and private events. The winter ice skating season begins in November and continues through March.
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Now happening today at 4pm! Repost from mvl.memorialbridge
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🚨Wicked Walk: A Trick-or-Treat Experince has been moved to SUNDAY OCTOER 31st!
🎃Head to the Michael S. Van Leesten Pedestrian Bridge from 4-6:30PM ON HALLOWEEN for trick-or-treating across the bridge, activities, & Halloween fun!
👻Wicked Walk is a safe, accessible, immersive environment for youth to celebrate Halloween at the Michael S. Van Leesten Memorial Bridge
📅Sunday, October 31st
🕰4:00- 6:30PM
#wickedwalk #getoutside #trickortreat #youth #providence #downtownpvd #mvlmemorialbridge #halloween #happyhalloween #experiencepvd #experienceprovidence #experienceri #experiencerhodeisland #visitRI #visitProvidence #visitPVD #BNCC #banknewportcitycenter #providencerink
What better way to end the month of February with wintry activities like ice skating with friends! Take some time to be with others and share some smiles and fun ❤️
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#february #friends #iceskating #providencerink #hangout #chill #evening #cold #winter #providence #outdoors #fun
Zamboni break #downcity #providencerink happy Valentine’s Day
🎄❄ #providence #providencerink #iceskating #tree #christmas #pretty
EL ALCALDE BRETT P. SMILEY INICIA LA ILUMINACIÓN DEL ÁRBOL Y AL PVD HOLIDAY FEST
👉El alcalde Brett P. Smiley dio inicio al PVD Holiday Fest con la tradicional Iluminación del Árbol del Ayuntamiento, un fin de semana lleno de música, arte, patinaje y eventos comunitarios en el centro de Providence y Federal Hill, celebrando la temporada con cultura, luces y espíritu local.
👉Clic aquí para ver el artículo completo👇
https://americanewsne.com/la-nacion/local/brett-p-smiley-inicia-iluminacion-arbol-y-pvd-fest
#ArteYCultura #BrettPSmiley #CiudadDeProvidence #ComunidadLatina #DowntownProvidence #EconomíaLocal #EventosComunitarios #FederalHill #FiestasNavideñas #FirstWorks #IlluminatePVD #IluminaciónDelÁrbol #Providence #ProvidenceRink #PVDHolidayFest #RhodeIsland #TheAvenueConcept #Turismo #WaterFire #CulturaProvidence #LatinosEnProvidence #NavidadProvidence #FestivalProvidence #ArteEnProvidence #ComunidadProvidence #TurismoRhodeIsland #EventosProvidence #ArtePublico #VidaCultural #CelebracionesProvidence
i didn’t think i would get the opportunity to keep taking photos in university, but i’m grateful that i was able to as pr officer for ccb. this was one of the photos i took for our ice skating event, which was our second collaboration with the second-year board. still not sure who decided it was a good idea to host a four-hour outdoor event during the winter, but the day was beautiful and i had so much fun! my ankles hurt but the insomnia cookies made it all better. miss my ccbabes very much right now 🥺
(taken february 8, 2020)
#peopleinframe #18200mm #capture #throughthelens #justgoshoot #providencerink #banknewportcitycenter #kennedyplaza #providence #canoneos #canon7d #rhodeisland #18200mmlensphotography #canon #portrait #18200mmlens #iceskating #winterwonderland #insomniacookies #canonphotography
First zamboni of the new year! #providencerink #iceskating #newyear
Happy holiday! #holiday #skating #christmas #rhodeisland #providence
dropping a little bit of love and happiness into your feed during these difficult times ✨ some of the legends I got to work with this past year on ccb
(taken february 8, 2020)
#pocketworld #peopleinportraits #throughthelens #capture #justgoshoot #18200mm #providencerink #banknewportcitycenter #portraiture #kennedyplaza #winter #cloudscape #providence #canoneos #canon7d #rhodeisland #insomniacookies #18200mmlensphotography #canon #skyscape #18200mmlens #canonphotography #peopleinframe
Skates on, Providence! ⛸️ The providencerink opens today—time to glide, spin and make some holiday memories. Who’s ready to show off your best moves (or best falls)? ❄️✨
#ProvidenceRink #IceSkatingSeason #HolidayFun
What a fun event just steps from our hotel! Be sure to check this out on your next stay with us.
#homewoodsuitesprovidence #providencerink
Our first and second graders are back on the ice! We encourage learning experiences beyond the classroom, and #iceskating is a fun activity that engages the mind and body and can help improve balance and coordination! Plus, it`s always great to see everyone come together and have a good time. #schoolspirit #iceskating #fun #PVD #providencerink #parentvolunteers
By 1983, when this photo was taken, the railroads that had dominated the city for over 100 years were clearly past their prime. These overgrown and elevated train tracks would soon be removed and those that remained pushed underground. The tunnel that these elevated tracks led to would be closed and the bridge across the Seekonk River on the other side of the tunnel would be raised for the last time.
Historical context courtesy of @pvdnowandthen.
The Providence Rink is owned and managed by the City of Providence.
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Join us in preserving and enhancing the Downtown Providence Park Network (DPPN)
Most people walk past it every day without knowing its story.
For more than 200 years, this corner has been known as Turk’s Head — long before street signs, maps, or skyscrapers defined downtown. From a carved wooden figurehead on a ship called the Sultan, to the stone face watching over Westminster and Weybosset today, this building carries Providence’s maritime history, memory, and movement through the city.
What looks like just another tower is really a landmark of identity, wayfinding, and shared civic life. Downtown isn’t just something we pass through — it’s something we inherit, protect, and shape together.
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LUMINA 2026 is about JOY. ✨
Joy in the middle of winter.
Joy in public spaces.
Joy in showing up for one another.
This year’s festival is about coming together as a community for something good 🫶 gathering downtown to experience art, light, music, and shared moments that remind us how powerful it is to be together.
For two weeks, Providence becomes a place to linger, laugh, explore, and feel connected. Because joy is worth making space for;
and it’s even better when it’s shared. 💛
Snow storm safety reminder ❄️
Slow down and watch for icy patches
Stick to plowed sidewalks and cleared park paths
Take small, steady steps
Wear boots with good traction
Give yourself extra time
Stay indoors if you can!
Stay safe out there 🤍
Gorgeous photo by @captured.by.marc
Providence… did you miss the Eras Tour? 🎤✨
Turn the crank, make it glow, and step into your daylight 🌞 a downtown full of oversized guitars, pink cowboy boots, giant lipsticks, and sunglasses bigger than your wildest dreams. 👢💄🕶️🎸
It’s the moment I knew, the main character energy, the life of a showgirl vibe you’ve been waiting for. Plan the road trip, grab your friends, and shake it off downtown, because these installations aren’t just art 🫶 they’re a love story between Providence and Swifties everywhere. 💫
So get ready to begin again, snap your photos, tag us, and say: I remember it all too well 🥹
Downtown Providence… welcome to your era. ✨
📅 February 19 to March 5, 2026
Thank you @lemondestudio
#Lumina2026 #SwiftiesAssemble
✨ LUMINA is back and brighter than ever ✨
Downtown Providence will once again transform into a vibrant winter wonderland for Lumina 2026, Downtown Providence’s Festival of Lights.
From Maestro, human powered illuminated musical note sculptures, to the immersive Iceberg Trail, glowing iceberg inspired installations, this year’s festival is designed to spark JOY at every turn. Explore pop culture photo moments with Taylor Swift’s World, then experience the magic of Starlight, bold illuminated star sculptures lighting up the city after dark.
This is FREE, family friendly fun and one of the best winter events in Providence, Rhode Island, drawing locals and visitors downtown to experience art, light, music, and community.
📍 Downtown Providence, RI
📅 February 19 to March 5, 2026
👉 Save this for your winter plans
👉 Tag who you are bringing
👉 Share with friends visiting Providence
We are also actively seeking community sponsors to help bring these installations to life. Join us in building something unforgettable for Downtown Providence.
30 Exchange Terrace
Providence, RI 02903
