The largest city in Rhode Island, Providence is the host of Rhode Island PrideFest during the second half of June - in 2009, the date of PrideFest and the Night Gay Pride Parade through Providence is Saturday, June 20. This event basically functions as Providence Gay Pride and Newport Gay Pride all rolled into one statewide celebration.
The PrideFest takes place in Burnside Park, right in the middle of downtown's (Kennedy Plaza.
That same evening, the Illuminated Night Gay Pride Parade commences at the Bank of America City Center (2 Kennedy Plaza, runs down Washington Street, across Empire Street, and back up Weybosset Street to end at Dorrance Street. Details on exact times, entertainment, and other events related to Rhode Island PrideFest will be posted here once they become available.
Of course, additionally, plenty of gay-popular restaurants, hotels, and shops will be extra busy during this busy time, and catering heavily to LGBT visitors. Check local gay papers, such as Divine Providence Magazine, for details.
