Block Island Ferry

Turkey Trot
2024-11-30 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Halifax)
This 5 Kilometer fun run (or walk!) meanders along the rolling blacktop of Corn Neck Road, adjacent to Crescent Beach.
There is a water stop at the half way mark.
The race begins at 1:30 pm on Saturday at the Town Beach Pavilion, perfect timing to work off those Turkey Dinner leftovers.
You can register the day of the race at the Town Beach Pavilion or right here: https://register.chronotrack.com/r/74600

Block Island Holiday Shopping Stroll Weekend
2024-11-29 10:00 - 2024-12-01 19:00 (America/Halifax)
Black Friday has become a bit stressful over on the mainland, with stampeding crowds and all-night sales, so why not start your shopping with an event that’s decidedly more low-key: Block Island’s Annual Holiday Shopping Stroll?
The Shopping Stroll starts the Block Island holiday season, with the town sporting festive decorations including the now-famous Lobster Pot Tree, and local retailers offering incredible sales beginning at 10 AM Friday. Almost all shops on Water and Dodge Street will be open (Shop days and hours may vary, so make sure to check)
For more info on how to turn Black Friday into Block Friday, call the Chamber of Commerce at 401 466 2474 or visit their website.
There will be High Speed ferry service from Pt.Judith over this weekend!

Block Island Half Marathon
2024-10-13 11:30 - 15:30 UTC | Fred Benson Town Beach, Block Island, RI, 02807, United States
This half marathon will begin and end at the Fred Benson Town Beach Pavilion. The beginning of the race heads north in a flat stretch followed by a gentle uplift to some steeper hills and turns. Runners will see the Great Salt Pond, beach dunes, The North Lighthouse and much more.
At the North Light, turn back and get ready for a challenging loop around the beautiful west side of the island. Lots of hills and turns. Rolling pastures, stone walls, farmhouses and the beautiful blue Atlantic are the backdrop.
The last stretch takes you down Airport Hill and back to the Pavillion.
October on Block Island is stunning!

Block Island Farmer's Market
2024-10-12 09:00 - 23:30, 2024-10-09 09:00 - 23:30, 2024-10-05 09:00 - 23:30, 2024-10-02 09:00 - 23:30 UTC | Legion Park, 1 Legion Way, Block Island, RI, 02807, United States
An Island Tradition Since 1984
The Block Island Farmers Market offers fresh flowers, produce, baked goods, local honey, lemonade, art, photography, woodwork, jewelry, handmade crafts, and much more.
Visit us at Legion Park from June thru October.

Block Island Arts & Crafts Guild Fair
2024-10-12 09:00 - 14:00, 2024-09-01 09:00 - 14:00, 2024-08-18 09:00 - 14:00 UTC | Block Island Historical Society, 18 Old Town Rd, Block Island, RI, 02807
The Block Island Arts and Crafts Guild’s membership includes photographers, authors, sculptors and jewelers. Several times each summer, from 9 am to 2 pm, the Block Island Historical Society lawn (Old Town Rd and Ocean Ave) and becomes a showplace and marketplace for guild members. Stop by, browse and choose a keepsake or a gift from among the many paintings, photographs, sculpture, jewelry, fabric arts, candles, and more.

Block Island Farmer's Market
2024-09-28 09:00 - 23:30, 2024-09-21 09:00 - 23:30, 2024-09-14 09:00 - 23:30, 2024-09-07 09:00 - 23:30, 2024-08-31 09:00 - 23:30, 2024-08-28 09:00 - 23:30, 2024-08-24 09:00 - 23:30, 2024-08-21 09:00 - 23:30 UTC and 1 more date | Legion Park, 1 Legion Way, Block Island, RI, 02807, United States
An Island Tradition Since 1984
The Block Island Farmers Market offers fresh flowers, produce, baked goods, local honey, lemonade, art, photography, woodwork, jewelry, handmade crafts, and much more.
Visit us at Legion Park from June thru September.

Block Island Farmer's Market
2024-09-25 09:00 - 23:30, 2024-09-18 09:00 - 23:30, 2024-09-11 09:00 - 23:30, 2024-09-04 09:00 - 23:30 UTC | Hotel Manisses, 251 Spring Street, Block Island, RI, 02807

2024 Block Island Pride
2024-09-12 08:00 - 2024-09-14 17:00 UTC
2024 Block Island Pride returns! There will be a variety of events this year from dance parties, art events, drag queen story times, movie showings, the Rainbow Pride March, and much more!

2024 Walk to End Alzheimer's
2024-09-08 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | Fred Benson Town Beach, Block Island, RI, 02807, United States
Registration at 10:00 a.m. | Ceremony at 11:00 a.m. | Walk at 11:15 a.m

Route Length: 3 miles

Run Around the Block 15K Road Race
2024-09-07 13:30 - 16:00 UTC | Fred Benson Town Beach, Block Island, RI, 02807, United States
First organized in 1975, the Run Around the Block 15K Road Race is one of the oldest races in Rhode Island as well as New England. The timed race is a hilly, winding run along mostly paved roads with a stretch of dirt road that appears twice during the route. It begins at Isaac’s Corner near Fresh Pond and ends at Fred Benson Town Beach Pavilion where there will be food, drinks and a refreshing dip in the ocean available as well as bathroom and shower facilities.
The 15K race is challenging as the mid-day start can be hot and the course is hilly. There are water stops provided along the route and signage to direct you along the country roads. The rural seaside views along the course are beautiful and a great contrast to the bustle of Old and New Harbors. The finish line at Fred Benson Town Beach is within sight of Old Harbor and the ferries to Rhode Island and Connecticut.

Soundwaves Movies on the Beach
2024-09-03 19:30 - 22:00 UTC | Fred Benson Town Beach, Block Island, RI, 02807, United States
Soundwaves Movies on the Beach presents THE KARATE KID
Town Beach Pavilion @ sunset
Bring your blankets, chairs, drinks, & snacks!
Admission is free but donations are appreciated (donate at event or venmo @SoundwavesBI)

Blues on the Block
2024-08-21 17:30 - 19:00 UTC | Fred Benson Town Beach, Block Island, RI, 02807, United States
This week’s musical guest is Nick Bosse and the Northern Roots!
Join us for Blues on the Block – a family-friendly public concert series featuring local blues bands — that is held at State Beach several times during each summer. Blues on the Block is free and open to the public.

Soundwaves Movies on the Beach
2024-08-20 19:30 - 22:00 UTC | Fred Benson Town Beach, Block Island, RI, 02807, United States
Soundwaves Movies on the Beach presents SHE’S THE MAN
Town Beach Pavilion @ sunset
Bring your blankets, chairs, drinks, & snacks!
Admission is free but donations are appreciated (donate at event or venmo @SoundwavesBI)

Tunes by the Dunes
2024-08-19 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Fred Benson Town Beach, Block Island, RI, 02807, United States
Join in the fun of the island JAMORAMA at the Fred Benson Block Island Town Beach! All instruments and voices are welcome to join in the strumming, singing, and/or listening to the live music ! We will work from lyrics and chords projected on a screen. So, bring your enthusiasm and beach chair for this evening of fun.
