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Make Music Rhode Island: Wed. June 21st

Enjoy Make Music Rhode Island on the longest day of the year! For the first time, our state is joining 750 communities around the world that celebrate Fête de la Musique during the summer solstice!

This DIY statewide celebration on Wednesday, June 21st is free and open to everyone! From 4-10 PM, performances are scheduled in a variety of public venues. Within Downtown Providence, listen to these outdoor performances at Waterplace Park, along with guests Big Nazo throughout the night:

  • 5 PM: Brian McKenzie
  • 6 PM: Gumption and Glory
  • 7 PM: Cannibal Ramblers
  • 8 PM: Mark Cutler and Men of Great Courage
  • 9 PM: Cowboy and Lady

Search the schedule for other performances by genre and/or location to plan your evening out–and feel free to dance and sign along!