Fun and Excitement at Greater Kennedy Plaza in August

About Greater Kennedy Plaza
A partnership of private and public sector organizations that have come together to transform Greater Kennedy Plaza (including Burnside Park, the Bank of America Skating Center, Biltmore Park and Kennedy Plaza) into a lively public square, rich with activity. Check out what's happening on Greater Kennedy Plaza for yourself on Thursdays throughout August!

Kidoinfo Providence Storytime
10:30am - 11:30am Thursdays
Families bring a blanket and enjoy different weekly storytellers under the trees near the fountain in Burnside Park in downtown Providence. Kidoinfo will feature at least one story each Thursday morning from a local Rhode Island author or illustrator (see upcoming events below).
8/11: Grace Lin
After Storytime: Art Garden with Andrew Oesch

8/18: Valerie Tutson
After Storytime: Walking tour from Burnside Park to Roger Williams National Memorial Park with Ranger. Special Junior Ranger activities in Roger Williams Park, followed by sprinkler time on the lawn!

Burnside Park Beer Garden Music Series
4:30pm - 7pm Thursdays
The Burnside Park Beer Garden Music Series takes place by the fountain in the park and runs every Thursday from July to August. Beer garden is open from 4:30 - 7pm with music from 5:30 - 6:30pm. Trinity Beer, De Las Olas Tacos, and Jake's Sweet Meat BBQ on site! FREE, all ages

8/11: Joe Fletcher & The Wrong Reasons
8/18: Boo City
8/25: AS220 Criss Cross Orchestra

Fountain of Youth Skateboarding
5pm - 9pm Thursdays, thru September
Ramps and skateboarding in the rink.