Three Nights of Lights in Providence, RI
December 5, 6 & 7, 2024

Make the season bright during Providence’s Three Nights of Lights. This annual three-day festival returns to the city December 5, 6 and 7, and features fun for the whole family, with citywide events incorporating the theme of light. Festivities include installations and activations by WaterFire, FirstWorks and The Avenue Concept, tree lightings, live entertainment, holiday markets, and so much more.

***Don't Miss Out! Be sure to reserve your tickets for the Gingerbread Breakfast at the Graduate on Saturday, Dec. 7. Find more details down below or order your tickets now. Space is very limited and tickets must be purchased in advance.***

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Schedule of Events

Thursday, December 5

Gallery Night Tours

Gallery Night will offer two free guided trolley tours leaving from the Graduate. This is a fun way to check out some galleries and "Buy Art" for the holidays. Tours will stop at two partner galleries exhibiting small works/buy art shows, as well as The Avenue Concept's Three Nights of Lights activation.  

Friday, December 6

5 p.m.-9 p.m. – PVD Downcity Holiday Market

Grant's Block transforms into an enchanting outdoor holiday marketplace to gather, shop, drink, eat and support local businesses. Nearby shops and restaurants will be serving holiday cheer with specials, curated gifts and holiday programming.

Roving Selfie Station

Strike a pose at the Roving Selfie Station by Luke Renchen Entertainment. Sponsored by Johnson & Wales University.

Saturday, December 7

12 p.m.-8 p.m. – PVD Downcity Holiday Market

Grant's Block transforms into an enchanting outdoor holiday marketplace to gather, shop, drink, eat and support local businesses. Nearby shops and restaurants will be serving holiday cheer with specials, curated gifts and holiday programming.

More Holiday Fun

Shop local for everyone on your holiday list, head to the theater for a festive show, check out neighborhood holiday markets and much more. There are scores of holiday happenings for all to enjoy.

Buy Local

Keep it local and support Rhode Island’s renowned restaurants, eclectic shops, stellar arts organizations and fun family attractions. Find great ideas for shopping, dining and things to do throughout the state.

Illuminate PVD

Downtown Providence will be bright and full of cheer, courtesy of the city's Illuminate PVD program, which includes snowflakes projected onto City Hall, 5-foot illuminated snowflakes throughout the city, life-sized holiday ornaments and other colorful lighting installations.

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