Gaspee Days
About this event
The Gaspee Days is a cultural festival in Warwick, Rhode Island, at Pawtuxet Village and Warwick. The 2026 event takes place Jun 6–14, 2026. A Rhode Island tradition commemorating the 1772 burning of the HMS Gaspee, often called America's first blow for independence. Arts festival, colonial encampment, 5K road race, fireworks, and a spirited parade through Pawtuxet Village mark one of the state's signature early-summer historical festivals.
Annual, second week of June; parade on the second Saturday
Location & directions
Pawtuxet Village and Warwick, RI 02888
Frequently asked questions
When is Gaspee Days 2026?
Gaspee Days takes place Jun 6–14, 2026 in Warwick, Rhode Island. Annual, second week of June; parade on the second Saturday
Where is Gaspee Days held?
Gaspee Days is held in Warwick, Rhode Island, at Pawtuxet Village and Warwick, RI 02888.
What is Gaspee Days?
A Rhode Island tradition commemorating the 1772 burning of the HMS Gaspee, often called America's first blow for independence.
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