For Independence Day in Rhode Island, there’s nothing like the Bristol 4th of July Parade. The parade starts at 10:30 AM. Scott MacKay has some historical context about the parade and what it means today.

Providence is hosting a concert and celebration at 7:00 PM in India Point Park with fireworks following the concert.

Rhode Island Red Chick Hatch, South County Museum, July 4th 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. 115 Strathmore Street, Narragansett, RI.

New Bedford Folk Festival, July 6th and 7th. Several venues in New Bedford, MA including the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center.

Artists mentioned:

Sol y Canto with Alisa Amador. Saturday: 1:45 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM. Sunday: 1:00 PM, 4:30 PM.

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Laura Cortese and the Dance Cards. Saturday: 11:00 AM (workshop), 3:00 PM. Sunday: 1:00 PM, 4:45 PM (workshop).

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Dar Williams. Saturday, 6:45 PM.

Chris Smither. Saturday: 3:30 PM. Sunday: 6:15 PM (workshop).

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Many more artists are playing in the festival, you can find the full listing here.

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