WaterFire Providence Sculpture Installations
✨ FREE Admission
🐕 Dog-Friendly
Location
Overview
WaterFire Providence is a living artwork consisting of nearly 100 bonfires that blaze just above the surface of Providence's three rivers. Created by artist Barnaby Evans, WaterFire has become an iconic seasonal event combining sculpture, installation art, and performance. The permanent riverside sculptures and seasonal fire installations create transformative urban experiences.
Award-winning sculpture and fire art installation series along Providence's three rivers featuring 80+ floating braziers
What Makes This Park Special
- 80+ floating fire braziers on rivers
- Seasonal events (May-November)
- Free public access
- Music and performance
- Permanent riverside sculptures
- Transforms downtown Providence
Art & Features
✓ Permanent Collection
✓ Rotating Exhibitions
✓ Walking Trails
Art Styles: Installation, Environmental, Performance
Planning Your Visit
Hours
Seasonal events typically sunset-midnight, Check schedule online
Admission
Free (donations encouraged)
Parking
Nearby garages
Open
Seasonal
Visitor Tips
- Check event calendar - not daily
- Best viewed after dark
- Arrive early for good viewing spots
- Combine with downtown dining
- Magical atmosphere on event nights
Best For
Date Night
Photography
Events
Families