Celebrate the season with your Coventry neighbors! Explore all the community events with our guide. Whether you're a Coventry local or a globetrotter, this guide ensures you make the most of the holidays.
This year, immerse yourself in the enchanting spirit of the holidays with Trinity Rep's A Christmas Carol, a timeless tale that captures the heart of Christmas. Sparkling Lights at The Breakers beckons with its stunning displays, transforming the historic mansion into a festive wonderland. And the Christmas Festival of Lights is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing a dazzling array of holiday lights and festivities for all ages. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Coventry
- Trinity Rep’s A Christmas Carol (Providence)
- Sparkling Lights at The Breakers (Newport)
- Christmas Festival of Lights (Carver)
- Rhode Island Christmas Festival (West Warwick)
- Cruise to the Newport Illuminated Boat Parade (Newport)
- Holiday Lights Spectacular (Roger Williams Park)
- Holiday Bubbly Cruise (Newport)
- Coastal Queen’s Candy Cane Express (Newport)
- ZooLights (Stoneham)
- Holiday Market Sip & Shop (Middletown)
See these and even more events listed below!
Coventry Holiday Light Displays
Sparkling Lights at The Breakers
What to Expect:
Holiday light display with interior mansion tour.
Description:
Sparkling Lights at The Breakers is an outdoor spectacle featuring a half-mile path of hundreds of thousands of holiday lights, illuminating the 13-acre landscape of this Gilded Age mansion. Visitors can stroll through the glittering lights while holiday music fills the air and enjoy a tour of the lavishly decorated interior of The Breakers.
Where: Newport | More Info: Sparkling Lights at The Breakers
Christmas Festival of Lights
What to Expect:
Vintage steam train rides through a festive light display.
Description:
Edaville's Christmas Festival of Lights features steam train rides, thousands of Christmas lights, local businesses, and vintage amusement rides.
Where: Carver | More Info: Christmas Festival of Lights
Holiday Lights Spectacular
What to Expect:
Dazzling light display in a zoo setting
Description:
Explore over 3.5 million illuminated lights across 40 acres of Roger Williams Park Zoo, featuring larger-than-life luminous displays that transform the zoo into a dazzling winter scene.
Where: Roger Williams Park | More Info: Holiday Lights Spectacular
ZooLights
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration in a zoo setting
Description:
ZooLights at Stone Zoo features thousands of twinkling lights illuminating tree-lined paths and festive decorations, creating a serene and enjoyable winter experience.
Where: Stoneham | More Info: ZooLights
Coventry Holiday Markets and Shopping
Holiday Market Sip & Shop
What to Expect:
Intimate pop-up market with curated artisan vendors and local beverages.
Description:
Join us for the Holiday Market Sip & Shop at Newport Vineyards, featuring over 25 artisan vendors, estate-grown wines, seasonal hard ciders, and beers from Taproot Brewing Co. Enjoy our Sunday brunch menu and regular dining options while shopping for unique gifts.
Where: Middletown | More Info: Holiday Market Sip & Shop
Rhode Island Christmas Festival
What to Expect:
Family-friendly activities and Santa's arrival.
Description:
The Rhode Island Christmas Festival is a two-day event at the West Warwick Civic Center, featuring shopping, food trucks, music, and activities for all ages. Santa arrives on Sunday at noon, followed by the Family Parade and Little Miss and Little Mr. Christmas pageant.
Where: West Warwick | More Info: Rhode Island Christmas Festival
Coventry Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Trinity Rep’s A Christmas Carol
What to Expect:
Supernatural journey of redemption and joy.
Description:
Trinity Rep’s A Christmas Carol is a reimagined production of Charles Dickens' classic novella, featuring original music by Richard Cumming and directed by Tatyana-Marie Carlo. The show follows Ebenezer Scrooge as he confronts his past, acknowledges the present, and defines his future for the good of the community and his very soul. This beloved New England family tradition has been a staple for over 45 years, bringing generations of families together to celebrate the timeless tale of redemption and joy.
Where: Providence | More Info: Trinity Rep’s A Christmas Carol
Brunch with Santa
What to Expect:
Intimate holiday gathering with Santa.
Description:
Join Santa for a delightful brunch filled with delicious food and warm company, creating cherished holiday memories.
Where: Westerly | More Info: Brunch with Santa
A 1940's Radio Christmas Carol
What to Expect:
Live radio broadcast adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic.
Description:
A 1940s Radio Christmas Carol brings Charles Dickens' classic holiday tale to life as a live 1940s radio broadcast, complete with vintage commercials, fruitcake, and live sound effects. A handful of actors bring dozens of characters to the stage, retelling the story of Ebenezer Scrooge's thrilling journey to discover the true meaning of Christmas.
Where: West Kingston | More Info: A 1940's Radio Christmas Carol
Coventry Other Holiday Activities
Santa's Arrival
What to Expect:
Holiday characters arrive via fire trucks.
Description:
Santa Claus, Winter Lady, and other holiday characters will make their debut in Dixon Square via fire trucks to bring in the Holiday Season. Free coloring books, crayons, and lollipops will be handed out to all children in attendance. Santa and friends will greet the children at this Annual Holiday Tradition.
Where: Westerly | More Info: Santa's Arrival
Coastal Queen’s Candy Cane Express
What to Expect:
Holiday boat ride with Mrs. Claus and hot chocolate.
Description:
The Coastal Queen’s Candy Cane Express Cruise for kids offers a delightful holiday experience. The boat ride cruises through Newport Harbor and the bay, providing scenic views while Mrs. Claus reads to the children and hot chocolate is served. Each child receives a candy cane as they depart the boat.
Where: Newport | More Info: Coastal Queen’s Candy Cane Express
Cruise to the Newport Illuminated Boat Parade
What to Expect:
Decorated boats competing for awards in various categories.
Description:
The Newport Illuminated Boat Parade features a dazzling display of decorated watercraft from Narragansett Bay, including leisure boats, commercial vessels, and fishing boats. The event honors former Harbormaster Tim Mills and includes a Team Spirit Award category. Spectators can watch from various points around Newport Harbor, including Perrotti Park and Bowen’s Wharf.
Where: Newport | More Info: Cruise to the Newport Illuminated Boat Parade
Holiday Bubbly Cruise
What to Expect:
Holiday cruise with prosecco and festive music.
Description:
Join Coastal Queen for a Holiday Bubbly Cruise in Jamestown, RI, where you'll enjoy holiday music and scenic views of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay while sipping on a glass of prosecco.
Where: Newport | More Info: Holiday Bubbly Cruise
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- West Warwick (8 miles)
- Johnston (12 miles)
- Warwick (14 miles)
- Cranston (14 miles)
- North Providence (15 miles)
- North Kingstown (15 miles)
- Providence (16 miles)
- Smithfield (17 miles)
- East Providence (18 miles)
- South Kingstown (19 miles)
- Pawtucket (20 miles)
- Lincoln (20 miles)
- Bristol (22 miles)
- Cumberland (22 miles)
- Woonsocket (23 miles)
- Norwich (24 miles)
- Newport (24 miles)
- Windham (24 miles)
- Attleboro (27 miles)
- Fall River (27 miles)
- Montville Center (29 miles)
- Mansfield City (29 miles)
- Franklin (30 miles)
- Milford (32 miles)
- New London (32 miles)
- Mansfield (33 miles)
- Taunton (34 miles)
- Easton (36 miles)
- New Bedford (39 miles)
- Worcester (39 miles)
- Shrewsbury (41 miles)
- Stoughton (42 miles)
- Middleborough (42 miles)
- Canton (42 miles)
- Norwood (42 miles)
- Framingham (42 miles)
- Framingham Center (43 miles)
- Brockton (43 miles)
- Manchester (44 miles)
- Natick (44 miles)