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45th Annual Autumnfest

Arts and Entertainment

September 19, 2023

From: Autumnfest

Autumnfest is a weekend festival held every year in Woonsocket, RI on Columbus Day weekend. Filled with music, crafts, food, amusement rides and a parade. Drawing in thousands of attendees each year, Autumnfest is the largest Fall Festival in Northern Rhode Island.

Northern Rhode Island’s Largest Festival returns to celebrate its 45th year.

Drawing over 100,000 attendees over the course of the 3-Day Columbus Day Weekend, Autumnfest has become a time-honored Woonsocket tradition.

Featuring over 50 Handmade and Artisan Vendors, 20 Food Vendors, Rides, Games, Live Music, a 10-Division Parade, and so much more, the 2023 Autumnfest Steering Committee invites you to World War II Veterans Memorial Park from Saturday, October 7th to Monday, October 9th.

Bracelet Night

Friday, October 6, 2023, 6:00 PM  10:00 PM

The ever popular Bracelet Night returns! 

On Friday Night, October 6th only, from 6pm-10pm, a purchase of a bracelet entitles you to unlimited rides in the park!

Linger

Saturday, October 7, 2023

8:00 PM  9:30 PM

Based in Denver, Colorado, Linger is the only tribute band to The Cranberries music in all the United States. Their most important hook as a tribute for The Cranberries, is the original voice of our lead singer Mary Kate, (they will never find someone who sings like Dolores O’Riordan). Mary Kate does not try to imitate how Dolores used to sing. She naturally sings similar. Additionally, her passion for The Cranberries music truly captivates the audience along with the band’s energy!

Dean Ford and the Beautiful Ones

Sunday, October 8, 2023

7:30 PM  9:00 PM

Dean Ford & The Beautiful Ones is “The Ultimate Tribute 2 Prince.” Dressed 2 the 9's, Dean Ford embodies Prince with every fiber of his being, giving the audience a show as close as you will ever get to the real thing. Ford and company perform all the hits, including the “Purple Rain” album in its entirety. But, it's more than just the songs. He's got the look, the moves, and the sounds down jaw-droppingly well. So well, you'll forget it's only a tribute.

Fireworks

Sunday, October 8, 2023

9:00 PM  9:20 PM

After the Zac Brown Tribute Band, sit back and enjoy a fantastic fireworks show!

Autumnfest Parade

Monday, October 9, 2023

9:30 AM  12:00 PM

The Annual Autumnfest Parade will feature over 45 Participating Groups, 17 Bands, and various floats. Kicking off at 9:30am on Diamond Hill Road, the parade will march all the way to Social Street, ending at Autumnfest to begin the final day of the festival!

AUTUMNFEST MAINSTAGE

SATURDAY

TIME ACT GENRE

11:00AM Trigger South Country Music

12:00PM OPENING CEREMONIES

12:30PM Trigger South Country Music

1:30PM Kim Oates in Memoory of Chris Medina Autumnfest Staple

2:00PM Krylo Dance Dance Studio

3:00PM JKidz Positive Hip Hop for Kids

4:00PM Minute to Win It Game Show Fun

4:30PM Amber Rose Local Rock Music

6:30PM Catnip Junkies New Orleans Swing

8:00PM Linger The Cranberries Tribute Band

SUNDAY

TIME ACT GENRE

12:00PM Leaf Jumpers Alternative Rock

1:30PM Dance & Beyond Dance Company

2:00PM Sammy Vaughn PWT Praise and Worship Dance Team

2:30PM Number Nine The Beatles Tribute Band

4:00PM Minute to Win It Game Show Fun

4:30PM Platinum Thrill Local Rock Music

6:00PM Josh Kerwin Solo Performer

7:30PM Dean Ford and & The Beautiful Ones Prince Tribute Band

MONDAY

TIME ACT GENRE

12:00PM School of Rock Kid School Rock Band

1:00PM Minute to Win It Game Show

1:30PM Timeless Local Cover Band

3:00PM Closing Ceremonies Closing

4:00PM So Lucky Dave Matthews Tribute Band

2023 Hours of Operation

Friday, October 6, 2023; 6p-10p (Rides and Harvest Garden Only)

Saturday, October 7, 2023; 10a-10p

Sunday, October 8, 2023; 10a-10p

Monday, October 9, 2023; 9:30am-12pm- PARADE

Monday, October 9, 2023; 12p-6p 

Location: World War II Veterans Memorial Park, Woonsocket, RI

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