STONE SOUP PRESENTS
RHODE ISLAND BANJO FESTIVAL
A one-day celebration of the banjo in all its forms — clawhammer, bluegrass, old-time, and beyond. Hosted at Nick-a-Nee's in Providence, RI.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 2026
VENUE
WHERE TO FIND US
Nick-a-Nee's
75 South Street
Providence, RI 02903
Located in the Fox Point neighborhood of Providence, accessible from I-195. Street parking available on South Street and nearby side streets.
DOORS OPEN
3:00 PM
FIRST PERFORMER
3:00 PM
FESTIVAL ENDS
9:00 PM
2026 LINEUP
WHO'S PLAYING — MORE ACTS COMING!
Featured Artist
BIRD & AUGUR
Featured Artist
ED SWEENEY
Featured Artist
AUBREY ATWATER
Featured Artist
FOLK THE EMPIRE
Featured Artist
HOWIE BURSEN
Featured Artist
JILL STRAIT
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
WHAT TO BRING
CASH ONLY
Nick-a-Nee's is a cash only bar. We will also be accepting tips for the artists via our famous black cauldron.
AN EASY CHAIR
There's plenty of room out in the parking lot for impromptu seating. A good hat and a folding chair will keep you comfortable all day long.
GOOD COMPANY
The festival is all-ages, family-friendly, and free!
YOUR THIRST
We will receive a cut of the bar at the end of the night for all drinks purchased. We then divvy that up equally between the artists.