Looking for some tips on what to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered. Here are a few recommendations from Ocean State Media afternoon host Mareva Lindo and producer James Baumgartner.
If you’re ready to lean fully into holiday mode - lights, markets, cocoa, fire spinners (yes, really!) - this weekend and the next few weeks are stacked with ways to support local makers and small businesses. Bundle up, bring a tote bag for your treasures and go make some seasonal, and local, magic!
Warren Holiday Festival, throughout Warren, Friday, Nov. 28- Saturday, Nov. 29
Although not a holiday market, Warren goes all in for the holidays. Expect a trolley looping through town with live music, local vendors, magic shows, puppetry, carolers, and festive drinks like hot chocolate and cider. Friday night features circus performers — including fire spinners — lighting up the waterfront. The whole town transforms with lights and decorations.
Christkindlmarkt 2025 (Christmas Market) Saturday,Nov. 29, 12-5:00 p.m. in Pawtucket
This Christkindlmarkt brings together 25+ local artisans selling everything from ceramics and ornaments to jewelry, knits, wreaths, and holiday greens.
Come hungry: there’s goulash in the Ratskeller, bratwurst and potato pancakes in the Biergarten, pastries galore, plus Liege waffles from Burgundian and Argentine-style grill plates from DQ Asados.
And yes — there’s plenty to drink. Grab Weihenstephaner beer, hot cocoa, the full Ratskeller bar, or lean fully into the season with a mug of warm Glühwein.
Providence Flea’s Holiday Night Market, Farm Fresh Market Hall in Providence, Friday, Nov. 28, 5-9:00 p.m.
Browse dozens of vendors selling unique local goods, artists, indie makers, vintage clothing, and food and drink. If you can’t make Friday night, the Flea is also hosting Sunday holiday markets every Sunday leading up to Christmas (11 a.m.–3 p.m.).
WaterFire’s Holiday Art & Makers Series, on weekends
- Providence Artisans Small Business Spectacular, November 29
- Holiday Arts Market, December 6-7
- Providence Artisans Holiday Shows, December 13-14
- Cultural Survival Bazaar, December 20-21
Tomaquag Museum Nikommo/Indigenous Artist Market, Saturday, Dec. 6, 12-4:00 p.m
Explore the annual Indigenous Artist Market and celebrate Nikommo – described as “a feast honoring the Creator’s gifts” – with the Tomaquag Team. Do some holiday shopping and support Indigenous artists. Stop by anytime between 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM at the Quonochontaug Grange. The community is also encouraging patrons to donate clothing or toys to families in need via their community partner, the Jonnycake Center.
Can’t get enough holiday cheer? Here’s a list of more holiday happenings in the Ocean State and beyond!
- 1st Annual Christmas Market at the Madeira Feast | Sunday, Dec. 7, 2-7:00 p.m.
- PVD DownCity Holiday Market 2025 | Dec. 4-7
- 54th Annual Holiday Pottery & Art Sale at South County Arts Association | Nov. 28 – Dec. 20
- The HeARTspot Art Center & Gallery | Saturday, Nov. 29, 12-4:00 p.m.
- DeBlois Gallery’s ‘Deck the Walls and Fill the Halls!’ | Show Dates: Nov. 1 - Dec. 23
- Holiday Small Works Exhibit at Spring Bull Gallery | Now - Dec. 31
- Ocean State Artisans 34th Annual Holiday Market & Food Drive | Nov. 28 -30
- Holiday events hosted by the Field of Artisans | All throughout December
