Expresso East

Kids love to play on fun playground rides. But in doing that, they can also learn about the importance of being a good neighbor when you take them to the Peace and Plenty Community Park. This long-awaited community playground attraction has been in the making for some time, and now that it has been unveiled, it symbolizes the importance of working together. Neighbors, community families and the City of Providence Parks Department have all collaborated to create this fun place on the site that was once an old apartment building. Since that structure was demolished, this beacon of unity stands in its place for friends and families to enjoy.

When Opera Providence brings one of their productions to the stage, you know you are in for something truly special. The musicians and singers work tirelessly to bring timeless entertainment to Providence audiences, and every season is more ambitious than the previous one. The performance schedule includes such favorite themes as the Opera Classics Series, the Winter Concert Series as well as various seasonal favorites. So instead of settling for the ordinary, get dressed up and enjoy a compelling evening filled with performances that always hit a high note.

You'll make the amazing discovery that fire and water actually do mix when you visit WaterFire Providence. This is an actual sculpture by Barnaby Evans that has been installed on the three rivers of downtown Providence. This powerful work of art comes alive as several bonfires are lit on the surface of the water and it illuminates the paths and surrounding areas of Waterplace Park. First lit in 1994, WaterFire Providence has come to symbolize the city's spirit of resilience. The attraction has also revitalized the city's downtown area, as this popular spectacle has attracted nearly ten million visitors since it first appeared.