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Black Ships Festival


We welcome you to join us for our 40th year honoring the ongoing special friendship between Rhode Island and Japan.

With more than 4,500 attendees expected again this year, it’s one of the Ocean State's most enjoyable free, family-friendly events. Handicap accessible.

Experience fun at our Cultural Marketplace Fair filled with arts, entertainment, martial arts, food, one-of-a-kind shopping, kid's crafts & Cosplay Costume Contest - all with a distinctly Asian twist.

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40th Annual Black Ships Festival

We welcome you to join us for our 40th year honoring the ongoing special friendship between Rhode Island and Japan. With more than 4,500 attendees expected again this year, it’s one of the Ocean State's most enjoyable free, family-friendly…

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