East Providence is lucky to have one of the most recognizable historic carousels in the state, the Looff Carousel in Riverside. In addition to the low price rides that are fun for children of all ages (yes, including adults), the Carousel now has an action packed summer full of events that kick off today and run through Columbus Day weekend.
Here's a complete schedule of upcoming events that the Carousel has on the calendar. It's going to be a great season!
JUNE 18th through the 21st :
Amron Family Fun Fare comes to the Carousel Grounds
Father's Day Dads ride free with the purchase of a children's ticket.
JUNE 26th: Movies in the Park
Please join us for a showing of Box Trolls.
*Movie begins at dusk
*Free and open to the public
*Bring your lawn chair, blankets and bug spray.
JULY 9: The Crescent Park Carousel is proud to present “The Carousel Cares" a sensory friendly day at the Carousel.
As we understand the beautiful organ music can be a bit loud for some, we will hold a "Sensory Friendly" Day to give everyone a chance to enjoy our beautiful Carousel.
The organ will remain off for the entire day, and don't forget Thursdays are “Kiddie Day" so tickets will be .75 each. Come out and join us!
JULY 12: Walter Miller Day
Please join us in wishing a Happy Birthday to Walter Miller. The Surprise Celebration is from 1pm to 5pm, there will be a DJ, and a Magic Show by the one and only Walter Miller. Tell your friends and family, but please don't tell Walter!
JULY 23: The Crescent Park Carousel is proud to present “The Carousel Cares" a sensory friendly day at the Carousel.
As we understand the beautiful organ music can be a bit loud for some, we will hold a "Sensory Friendly" Day to give everyone a chance to enjoy our beautiful Carousel.
The organ will remain off for the entire day, and don't forget Thursdays are “Kiddie Day" so tickets will be .75 each. Come out and join us!
JULY 31: Movies in the Park
Movie to be announced.
*Movie begins at dusk
*Free and open to the public
*Bring your lawn chair, blankets and bug spray.
AUGUST 6: The Crescent Park Carousel is proud to present “The Carousel Cares" a sensory friendly day at the Carousel.
As we understand the beautiful organ music can be a bit loud for some, we will hold a "Sensory Friendly" Day to give everyone a chance to enjoy our beautiful Carousel.
The organ will remain off for the entire day, and don't forget Thursdays are “Kiddie Day" so tickets will be .75 each. Come out and join us!
AUGUST 8: Ladies please join us for a "Night of Magic"! Details to be released soon!
AUGUST 20: The Crescent Park Carousel is proud to present “The Carousel Cares" a sensory friendly day at the Carousel.
As we understand the beautiful organ music can be a bit loud for some, we will hold a "Sensory Friendly" Day to give everyone a chance to enjoy our beautiful Carousel.
The organ will remain off for the entire day, and don't forget Thursdays are “Kiddie Day" so tickets will be .75 each. Come out and join us!
AUGUST 22: The Carousel Park Commission in part with the East Providence Arts Council is exciting to bring you "the Looff", East Providence's own Arts Festival.
SEPTEMBER 4: An evening with Disney - please join us from 4pm to 8pm and enjoy the sounds of your favorite Disney songs while riding the Carousel. Be sure to bring your chairs and blankets for our final Movie in the Park for the 2015 season!
SEPTEMBER 12: Touch A Truck - Details to be announced
SEPTEMBER 17: 4th Annual Food and Wine Pairing
SEPTEMBER 27: 2nd Annual Cacoila Cook Off
OCTOBER 4: 3rd Annual Townie Pumpkin Contest and Festival
OCTOBER 17: Halloween Event
NOVEMBER 29: 9th Annual Tree Lighting
Every Saturday: Classic Car "Cruise Night" 5-8pm *weather permitting
For more information on events, carousel rides, or general information, please visit our webpage eastprovidenceri.qscend.com/carousel or give us a call 401-435-3518.