Lady stands in front of Slater Dam holding a ukulele
Man standing holding a guitar on sidewalk
Group performing in front of Old Slater Mill

River Bend East Songwriter Festival 2023

Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park

Special Event
  • Sep 1, 2023 at 6:30 PM
  • Free

The 2023 River Bend East Songwriters Festival will occur Friday, September 1st through Saturday, September 2 along the banks of the beautiful Blackstone River!

 
This year's festival will start with a Friday evening multi-media event and continue on Saturday afternoon, September 2nd with our traditional showcase of the region's best singer-songwriters.  
 
FRIDAY:
Join us for an evening performance on the grounds of Old Slater Mill. Pack some snacks, drinks, and a lawn chair or blanket. Enjoy music and drone footage of historic mill buildings.
 
Schedule:
6:45 PM Acoustic Set and Welcome - J. Michael Graham 
7:30 PM Drone Footage and Music - David Lawlor & High Planes 
 
SATURDAY: 
Live music starts at noon and runs through 4 p.m. 

Come out for free fun for the whole family. Bring a chair or blanket to stay and enjoy. 
Hosted at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark, 67 Roosevelt Ave., Pawtucket, RI 02860.
 
Schedule: 
12:00 PM Kim Moberg
1:00 PM Johnathan Babcock
1:30 PM Jeff Byrd
2:30 PM J. Michael Graham
3:30 PM Rachel Sumner

Special thanks Blackstone Valley Tourism Council, Pawtucket Arts Festival, and The City of Pawtucket. 

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

67 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket, RI 02860

Schedule

Date:

Sep 1, 2023

Time:

6:30 PM

Duration:

2 hours and 30 minutes

Contact Information

Mark Mello
401-318-4489
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Event Type

  • Campfire/Evening Program
  • Cultural/Craft Demonstration
  • Exhibition/Show
  • Festival
  • Partner Program
  • Performance
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