August weather continues to keep you outdoors with everything from yoga retreats to arts festivals. Not in the mood? Sing along to showtunes or laugh along with a famous comedian. No matter your choice, a great weekend is ahead!
ALL WEEKEND
Find balance with nature at the Reconnect Fest at Milk Thistle Farm. This weekend yoga retreat includes guided hikes, workshops, delicious meals, and more to melt your worries away and help bring you back down to earth. August 8-10, Coventry
FRIDAY, August 8
The Imperial Court of Rhode Island presents Broadway Blitz, a night of showtunes in support of a great cause. Top singers in the Providence area will perform some of Broadway’s greatest hits for The Trevor Project, a crisis hotline for LGBTQ+ youth. 8pm, Providence
Don’t miss comedian Colin Jost at the Veterans Memorial Auditorium this weekend. The award-winning Saturday Night Live cast member is bringing a little New York to Providence and will have you laughing all night long. 8pm, Providence
Join supernatural expert David Raby for a Paranormal Investigation at Fort Adams. This four-hour exploration of the park grounds will put you in touch with the fort’s ghostly side as Raby shares chilling rumors and scary stories. 8pm, Newport
Cheers and Chill from Newport singles at Pivotal Brewing Co. is a chance to find someone special while enjoying an ice cold beer. This laid-back affair is the perfect way to unwind and make some new connections. Grab a friend and get your ticket! 6pm, Bristol
SATURDAY, August 9
Grab your mat and head to Surfers End for some Full Moon Yoga. The evening will be led by instructors from Mend Yoga who will work with all levels on relaxation techniques and deep stretching under the light of a beautiful moon. 6:30pm, Middletown
The Looff Arts Festival takes place on the scenic waterfront of Crescent Park. Vendors will showcase art, including fine paintings, photography, ceramics, and more to add to your collection. Enjoy live music and dance as you shop. 12-6pm, East Providence
Rhode Island’s finest jazz musicians and ensembles unite at the General Stanton Jazz Fest. This outdoor festival serves up all-day jazz with Rhode Island Music Hall of Famer Joe Parillo, Shawnn Monteiro, Dennis Hughs and more. Bring your lawn chair or hang out under the big tent. 1pm, Charlestown
Hosted by Jamestown Arts Center (JAC), the annual Artists’ Open Studios is a one-day, island-wide event where over 30 participating artists invite the public into their studios, along with pop up displays island-wide. 10am - 5pm, Jamestown
SUNDAY, August 10
Get ready to party with the Skatalites at Ocean Mist. With a vast catalog of iconic ska and reggae tunes, you’ll feel the rhythm in your soul as you dance the night away on the water. Grab your friends, a drink, and enjoy some great music. 8pm, South Kingstown
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