Rhode Island Food Festivals & Food Shows

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2023 - Rhode Island: July to September - 2023
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Food Events
(See also: 2022  -  2018  -  2017  -  2016)

July 4, 2023  4TH OF JULY
Nationwide
There are so many events on this day that they are too numerous to list. Virtually every community in the U.S. has a 4th of July celebration.

August 4-6, 2023
38th Annual Charlestown Seafood Festival
Charlestown, Rhode Island
A gastronomic extravaganza of Rhode Island's best seafood. Arts and crafts, rides, rock wall climbing, Hot Rod & Harley car show, kite exhibition, children's shows, bungee jumping and lobster raffle. Continuous entertainment and events.

August 12, 2023  Bristol Harbor Festival & Blessing of the Fleet
Bristol, Rhode Island
The Bristol Harbormaster’s Office and local fishing community welcome all to the Bristol Harbor Festival & Blessing of the Fleet.  The event will kick off at Rockwell Park on Thames Street at 1:00pm.  Explore a full day of festivities, live music, local food competitions plus much more! The day culminates with our primary fundraiser……the best tasting Littleneck Boil you’ll get your hands on plucked from the very waters we’re celebrating!

August 16-20, 2023  57th Washington County Fair
Richmond, Rhode Island
Washington County Fair has been a great New England tradition for the past 50 years! The Fair is Rhode Island’s largest agricultural event. One of the biggest draws to the Fair is today’s Country Music Stars!   Admission includes access to all daily concerts, special acts and events, the giant midway and kiddy land area (all ride tickets and games separate), all agricultural events and shows, exhibits and displays, tractor and horse pulls, the farm museum, and much, much more!  The Fair features the Main Stage pine grove where you can relax and enjoy some of music’s hottest acts. The Midway is full of the rides you look forward too every year, as well as some new additions! Also, for the second year, the Midway will feature New England’s largest traveling roller coaster!

August 26, 2023  Brew at the Zoo - Providence, Rhode Island
Sample over 100 craft beers from over 70+ of the regions’ finest brewers at Rhode Island’s most popular outdoor venue. At this 21+ event, guests will also enjoy animal encounters and live music, and everyone will receive a commemorative "Brew at the Zoo" glass. Proceeds from this fundraiser will help to support the Zoo's education and conservation programs and Zoo improvements.
 

September 16, 2023  Newport Oktoberfest - Newport, Rhode Island
The Fort Adams Trust and Ragged Island Brewing Co. are excited for the 2nd annual Newport Oktoberfest! Bavaria meets the Ocean State on the beautiful North lawn outside the walls of historic Fort Adams where attendees will be able to enjoy authentic German beer, wine, food, and live music.  This 21+ event is an annual fundraising event for the Fort Adams Trust.

September 16-17, 2023  13th Annual Rhode Island Seafood Festival
Providence, Rhode Island
India Point Park.  Rhode Island’s premiere seafood festival hosting the best seafood in all of Rhode Island and southern New England. Restaurants, food distributors, breweries, wineries, local companies, artists and non-profit organizations will be present at the event to promote their products, service or cause and celebrate the end of the summer. There will be live music playing at “The Pier Stage” throughout the event.  Free Admission.
 

2022 - Rhode Island: July to September - 2022
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Food Events
events waiting for new dates

September 22-24, 2023  Annual Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival - Newport, Rhode Island
One of the East Coast’s most sophisticated and anticipated events, returns. Signature events include the Bordeaux Dinner on Thursday evening, the Wine & Rosecliff Gala on Friday evening, Grand Tastings on Saturday and Sunday, the Vintner Dinner on Saturday evening, Newport After Dark on Saturday evening, Jazz Brunch on Sunday and Seminars in The Breakers Stable and Carriage House throughout the weekend.  Tickets are now on sale.
 

2018 - Rhode Island: July to September - 2018
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Food Events
events waiting for new dates

September 19, 2018  11th Annual Latino Food & Wine Festival
Providence, Rhode Island
Please join Latino Dollars for Scholars of RI for a night of wine tasting, delicious food and live music. Tantalize your taste buds with samples of Latino wines and local Latin cuisine!
 

2017 Rhode Island: July to September 2017
events waiting for new dates

August 5, 2017 - 3rd Annual Providence Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival
Providence, Rhode Island
Who’s got what it takes to be named the best food truck city? We need YOU to decide! Join us as the best trucks from Boston and Providence compete to win over your taste buds at the Providence/Boston Food Truck Showdown. Come support your favorite truck or city & enjoy a variety of gourmet cuisines, live music, and free face painting for the kids! And of course, beer! Check back for contest details and participating trucks.  Where: India Point Park in Providence, RI.  What time: VIP Hour is 11am-12pm; General admission is 12pm-5pm.
 

2016 Rhode Island: July to September 2016
events waiting for new dates

July 7-10, 2016  25th USPCA National Conference
Providence, Rhode Island
United States Personal Chef Association. This is the biggest gathering of Personal Chefs anywhere and the perfect time to connect, network, learn, and refresh before returning home motivated to take your business to new heights. The conference will build on the success of prior years with speakers who will engage your senses, enhance your skills, and more importantly, improve your Personal Chef business!

October 5, 2016  9th Annual Latino Food & Wine Festival
Providence, Rhode Island
Please join Latino Dollars for Scholars of RI for a night of wine tasting, delicious food and live music. Tantalize your taste buds with samples of Latino wines and local Latin cuisine!