Event Details
Celebrate Summer on Federal Hill in Providence, Rhode Island – the annual Summer Festival is hosted by the Federal Hill Commerce Association! This annual festival is returning with new dates. Spanning three days of festivities over the Victory Day weekend from August 9 – 11, 2025, this celebration brings together the best of food, live entertainment, and Italian culture for an unforgettable experience.
Indulge your senses with an array of culinary delights from our diverse food and retail vendors. From rich, time-honored traditional Italian cuisine to an exciting spectrum of international flavors, there’s something to satisfy every craving. And while you’re enjoying the delicious culinary options, wander the avenue to view the unique offerings presented by our talented artisans and merchants.Elevating the ambiance, two stages will have a wide variety live entertainment. There’s always a tempo to be enjoyed during the Summer Festival. Immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of the crowd during Summer Festival on Federal Hill.
Dates & Times
- Saturday, August 9, 2025 – 11:00 am to 12:00 am
- Sunday, August 10, 2025 – 11:00 am to 12:00 am
- Monday, August 11, 2025 – 11:00 am to 9:00 pm
Street Closure Information
From Bradford Street to Dean Street along Atwells Avenue will be OPEN to vehicle traffic each night. Participating restaurants in this section will have parklets set up on the Avenue directly in front of their doors.
From Dean Street to Sutton Street along Atwells Avenue will be CLOSED to all vehicle traffic from 10 am August 9 to 10 pm August 11.
Parking Information
We have over 1000 parking spaces available throughout the Avenue.
Various restaurants have opened valet stations, we recommend asking the restaurant you plan to dine at if they have done this so they can direct you to find the location. Paid valet parking lots are available at 126 Spruce Street, 107 Federal Street, 57 Sutton Street, 90 DePasquale Ave, and 70 Dean Street. Additional on-street parking is available throughout Federal Hill.
Vendors
Click to download the Federal Hill Summer Festival vendor application. Questions? Please contact Ken Turchetta at 401-465-2837.
Entertainment
Experience the joy of Summer Festival, as our live stages ignite with an exhilarating spectrum of musical artistry. Summer Festival comes alive with musical performances on our stages! From soft vocal groups to loud bands, there’s a sound for all to enjoy. Artists show their skill, with intricate solos or fun group performances. Each stage becomes a fun place for musical entertainment, be it on the square or street. Every festival day promises a treat for your senses, with music all around as you enjoy the party!
Schedule Coming Soon!
