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This weekly tradition is filled with delicious meals, live entertainment, and so much more!  This feature launches April 17 and runs every Friday through September 25, 2026 (weather-permitting). 

During Food Truck Friday, you can take a ride on the historic carousel, or hop onboard the Carousel Express train (weather permitting), or enjoy Hasbro’s Boundless All-Abilities playground. Bring a chair or blanket for comfier lawn seating.  The food trucks accept cash and credit/debit cards.

Planning a VIP Event?  VIP reserved tables are available for $100.  Includes reserved outdoor seating for up to eight people plus eight Carousel rides.  Click HERE to purchase a VIP Table>

Food Truck Friday is produced by PVD Food Truck Events in partnership with Roger Williams Park Zoo.

Family-Fun Happenings:

Food Truck Fridays x FirstWorks Summer Beats:

Free FirstWorks concerts at the Roger Williams Park Boathouse Lawn coinciding with two FoodTruck Fridays on July 10 and 24.

Etienne Charles • Gullah Roots, Friday July 10
Global Jazz big band with deep American roots
Pre-Show Artist Talk (TBC): 5:15 PM; Free Concert: 6:00-8:00 PM

The GroovaLottos, Friday, July 24
4-piece, Afrobeats jam band, “The Sound of a Good Time”
Pre-Show Artist Talk (TBC): 5:15; Free Concert: 6:00-8:00 PM

Movies in the Park: Groovin’ Summer Movies:

Movies in the Park with Providence Children’s Film Fest returns to the Boathouse Lawn! These toe-tapping, music-forward films are great for all ages, and as always, screenings are totally free to attend (popcorn included!). Movies begin at dusk.

First Fridays: May 8, June 5, July 3, August 7 & September 4

Movie Line-Up:
May 8: The Greatest Showman
June 5: Hairspray (2007 version)
July 3: Sing
August 7: Lion King (2019 version)
September 4: Happy Feet

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