Hope Street Spring Block Party
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- Hope Street, Providence, RI 02906
- Providence
- August 6, 2023
The Hope Street Merchants Association’s Spring Block Party returns this Sunday, August 6th, for the first time since 2019 (rescheduled from May due to weather)! Organized in collaboration with local event producers Ampersand Creative Co, the event expands from Rochambeau Ave to Fifth Street in Providence and runs from 11am - 5pm. The Hope Street Block Party is free, family friendly, and open to all.
The Spring Block Party features:
· A beer and cocktail garden with selections from event sponsors Narragansett Beer, Moniker Brewery, Topo Chico, Sprawl Hard Seltzer, and The Industrious Spirit Co.
· A stage with live music curated by Askew, including Dan Blakeslee Trio, Funky Submarine, The Greg Sherrod Band, Maddie McGill, and Alexus Lee
· A fashion show, highlighting clothing, accessories, and other items from the brick and mortar shops on the street
· Family friendly activities, including an interactive performance by Ricky Rainbow Beard and a children’s drum circle
· Street performances from Big Nazo, Providence Drum Troupe, breakdancing by Project401, The Blackout Drum Squad, Providence Deep Underground DJ, and the RI Kung Fu Club Lion Dance
· Live professional wrestling from Renegade Wrestling Alliance
· A free community book swap hosted by Ampersand Creative Co
· Glass blowing demonstrations by Gather Glass
· An interactive soccer kick-accuracy game with the New England Revolution MLS soccer team.
· Over 135 small business pop-ups in the street, including vintage, makers, artisans, and local non-profits in addition to Hope Street’s vibrant community of stores and restaurants.
· An eclectic collection of local food trucks and food pop-ups
· …and more!
Additional Information
- Dates: August 6, 2023
- Location: Hope Street Merchants Association
- Address: Hope Street, Providence, RI 02906
- Time: 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM