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Little Compton is celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary in 2026
Join us at Richmond’s Field, 85 South of the Commons Road.
Friday August 14, 2026, 5PM
Saturday, August 15, 2026, 12PM
Sunday, August 16, 2026, 11AM
Download the event flyer
Many fun activities are planned!
And don’t forget
Little Compton has a lot of events planned throughout the year.
Please check some of our local places for their events (in alphabetical order):
The Beer Field
The Brownell Library, calendar, speakers
The Little Compton Community Center
The Little Compton Historical Society
Sakonnet Vineyard
Events
Follow LC350th on social media and check back here often for full event details and new events as they are announced.
Patriotic Program
Join us for the Patriotic Program which includes:
Reading of the Declaration of Independence
Flag Display
Little Compton Book Auction (a LIBRARY OF LITTLE COMPTON BOOKS, a 100 year old calendar with a Little Compton provenance, large framed photo of Sakonnet Point ca. 1990, and many other items.)
Birthday Cupcakes!
Gary James Farias
Join us for the fine tunes of Gary Farias during our Jonnycake and Sausage Brunch.
Sunday, August 16, 11:00AM
Richmond’s Field, 85 South of the Commons.
FIREWORKS!!!!
9:00PM FIREWORKS!!!!
Who knows if we can beat last year’s show? But we can have a good time trying!
Mr. Chubb 7-9PM
LC Celebrates America’s 250th
Saturday, August 15, 2026, 7:00-9:00PM
Richmond’s Field, 85 South of the Commons Road, Little Compton, RI
This event is free and open to the public!
Bring your Dancing Shoes!
Last year there wasn’t an empty spot on the dance floor! LC had it’s hometown party band getting everyone on their feet! Don’t miss it! Even if you just want to watch from the sidelines and enjoy the beat of the music, the joy of the crowd, come one come all!
Mr. Chubb - They are New England’s premier club & party band; playing their own blend of funk, jazz, country, and R&B from up and down the east coast for more than 16 years!
The Barnacle Brothers
Come see The Barnacle Brothers perform under the big tent 5:30PM-6:30PM at Richmond’s Field, 85 South of the Commons Road.
Apple Pie Contest
Come show your baking skills and enter the Apple Pie Contest!
Contact Edi Marion to enter the Apple Pie Contest 401-635-2021.
Family Day/ Farmers’ Day Details
Family Day/ Farmers’ Day
2:00PM-5:00PM Traditional Chicken Barbecue, like you remember, put on by locally famous barbecue chef Ronnie Potter.
$15, see website for purchasing information.
12:00PM-3:00PM Pony Rides
12:00PM Face Painting
1:00PM-4:00PM Field Day for kids (signing up on our website LC350th.com in advance is appreciated but not required.)
Bouncy House - All Day
Hayrides - All Day
Petting Zoo - All Day
Food Trucks
Anita’s Hot Dogs and Ice Cream
The Sausage Guy
Beer and Wine available
5:30PM-6:30PM The Barnacle Brothers
7:00PM-9:00PM MR CHUBB!!!!
Bring your Dancing Shoes and try to find a spot on the dance floor!
9:00PM FIREWORKS!!!!
Who knows if we can top last year, but we’re having them again (weather permitting, this includes drought concerns).
Solo Mio
LC Celebrates America’s 250th
Friday, August 14, 2026, 7:00-8:30PM
Richmond’s Field, 85 South of the Commons Road, Little Compton, RI
This event is free and open to the public!
Come enjoy this beautiful family film by The Kinnane Brothers.
Filmed on location in Italy. Look for some local faces on the silver screen.
Spindle Rock River Rats
Join us and dance along to the tunes of the Spindle Rock River Rats!
5:30PM-6:30PM
Under the Big Tent and Richmond’s Field, 85 South of the Commons Road.
Food Trucks
Food Trucks 5:00PM
Bottega Bocconi, Italian Market & Deli
Anita’s Hot Dogs and Ice Cream
The Sausage Guy
Beer and Wine available
Richmond’s Field, 85 South of the Commons Road
Revolutionary Little Compton Family Day
A new outdoor exhibit exploring the experiences of Little Compton residents during the Revolutionary War opens to the public on Saturday, July 4th. Created by the Little Compton Historical Society, “Revolutionary Little Compton” is free and open to the public thanks to the generosity of RI250, BayCoast Bank, Ocean State Charities Trust, and over 100 Historical Society supporters.
"Revolutionary Little Compton” is a townwide exhibit that invites people of all ages to explore a variety of important, local, Revolutionary-era sites. More than 50 banners will be displayed on the grounds of the Historical Society at 548 West Main Road. Others can be found at the Little Compton Town Hall, the Adamsville Ball Field, South Shore Beach, the Quaker Meeting House, Greenwood Chicken, and Peckham’s Greenhouse. (More sites might be added.) An exhibit guide is available on the Historical Society’s website and as part of its digital guide on the Bloomberg Connects smartphone app.
On the Fourth of July the Historical Society will host its annual Family Day, a free event for all ages where guests can be among the first to see the exhibit while they enjoy free hot dogs, children’s games, crafts for all ages, and the Historical Society's famous contests for seed spitting, pie eating, and skillet throwing.
Learn more about the Little Compton Historical Society on our website littlecompton.org or by calling 401-635-4035.
Tree Spree
Join us for the 32nd Annual Ben and Chet Wilkie Memorial Tree Spree, held in the Wilbur McMahon School gym. Purchase raffle tickets to win 4 foot decorated trees, or table top items of crafts, photos, paintings, holiday items, etc. Visit our vendors selling items at the event.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase from the Little Compton Village Improvement Society.
Come to the lighting of the Little Compton Christmas Tree on Pike’s Peak, followed by Christmas Caroling.
All proceeds from the Tree Spree are for Scholarship Little Compton, to aid local students in their quest for higher education.
Veterans Dinner
Greet Our Veterans
November 3rd, 2025
5:00PM at the LC Community Center
Click for more details: https://lccenter.org/veterans
Fall FEst
Details at a Glance
Join generous community members who volunteer to open their homes and host a dinner in support of the Little Compton Community Center.
Dinner with Hosts
Saturday, October 18th
6:00–8:00PM
Dessert & Silent Auction
At Sakonnet Vineyard
8:00–10:00PM
Town residents, check your mailbox for your invitation during the week of September 14th!
Now seeking hosts!
If you would like to host, follow these simple steps by Friday, September 5th:
Pick a theme and plan a menu.
Decide how many guests you are able to accommodate.
Choose to host alone or partner with another family/friend.
Contact Diane, Terry or the Community Center for next steps.
Contacts
Diane MacGregor
themacs12@aol.com
(401) 635-8964
Terry DeChiaro
t.dechiaro@yahoo.com
(401) 868-8089
Little Compton Community Center
office@lccenter.org
401-635-2400
Check back for future updates! Reservations will open to members only before the general public.
Not a member?
Join today at lccenter.org/membership
Little Compton Historical Society Cider Social
Join us for an afternoon of fun at the Little Compton Historical Society Annual Cider Social!
Details to be announced.
This event is free and open to the public.
Little Compton Historical Society Indigenous Peoples Day
Free Admission to the Little Compton Historical Society Event.
Details to be announced.
Sakonnet Vineyard 50th Anniversary Harvest Celebration 10/12/25
Join Sakonnet Vineyard as they celebrate their 50th Anniversary Harvest!
Visit their website for details: https://www.sakonnetwine.com/events
The Beer Field 10/11/25
Join us for Little Compton’s Annual Community Dinner on the Commons in front of the LC Community Center.
Gather with friends and family for an event that bring the community together at the end of summer.
Participants bring their own food, beverages, and whatever they wish to decorate their table.
Tables and chairs are provided by the Little Compton Village Improvement Society for people who reserved their space ahead of the event (link will be posted to register). People are also welcome to bring their own blanket, table and chairs.
Seating on the cemetery wall or in the cemetery is prohibited.
The dinner bell rings at 4:00 PM!
Sakonnet Vineyard 50th Anniversary Harvest Celebration 10/11/25
Join Sakonnet Vineyard as they celebrate their 50th Anniversary Harvest!
Visit their website for details: https://www.sakonnetwine.com/events
The Beer Field 10/10/25
Join us for Little Compton’s Annual Community Dinner on the Commons in front of the LC Community Center.
Gather with friends and family for an event that bring the community together at the end of summer.
Participants bring their own food, beverages, and whatever they wish to decorate their table.
Tables and chairs are provided by the Little Compton Village Improvement Society for people who reserved their space ahead of the event (link will be posted to register). People are also welcome to bring their own blanket, table and chairs.
Seating on the cemetery wall or in the cemetery is prohibited.
The dinner bell rings at 4:00 PM!
LC Game Club Clambake
The Little Compton Game Club hosts their fall Clambake. A Great community event, traditional New England Clambake. Come early and see the crew put the bake together, from hot rocks, to seaweed, to the food and covers.
Cocktails at noon, food served at 1pm.
Tickets $50
Contact a club member for tickets in advance.
Gary Farias plays at the LC Community Center
Gary Farias plays the last 2025 summer concert at the LC Community Center. Come join us at 5:30PM
The Little Compton Community Dinner
Join us for Little Compton’s Annual Community Dinner on the Commons in front of the LC Community Center.
Gather with friends and family for an event that bring the community together at the end of summer.
Participants bring their own food, beverages, and whatever they wish to decorate their table.
Tables and chairs are provided by the Little Compton Village Improvement Society for people who reserved their space ahead of the event (link will be posted to register). People are also welcome to bring their own blanket, table and chairs.
Seating on the cemetery wall or in the cemetery is prohibited.
The dinner bell rings at 4:00 PM!
Pig Roast
LC Fire Department, Local 3957, is hosting their First Annual Pig Roast at the LC Game Club, 88 John Dyer Road, Little Compton, RI.
Tickets $40. Includes Pig Roast, Mac & Cheese, Baked Beans, Cornbread. 50/50 Raffle
Scan QR Code in image below, or contact: Jason DaSilva jdasilva@tlcri.com 401-413-1087, or Matt Hughes, mhughes@tlcri.com 401-200-1027
Catered by Compton Catering & Clam Bakes..
First Semiquincentennial Liberty Tree Dedication: Little Compton
First Semiquincentennial Liberty Tree Plantings in Rhode Island
Join us as we mark an important milestone in Rhode Island’s commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with the planting of the state’s very first Liberty Trees.
Inspired by the original Liberty Trees of the 18th century—rallying points for colonists who gathered to debate, organize, and envision a new nation—these plantings symbolize the enduring values of freedom, unity, and civic engagement.
The ceremonies will include remarks from local leaders, brief historical reflections on the significance of Liberty Trees, and a dedication of the young trees as living memorials to Rhode Island’s role in the founding of our nation. Each planting is not only a nod to the past, but also a legacy for future generations who will one day gather under their branches.
We invite community members, students, families, and history enthusiasts to be part of this moment as Rhode Island roots its commemoration of the Semiquincentennial in the living landscape of our towns and cities.
September 8th at 1:00 pm – James Hayes Field, 15 Meeting House Lane, Little Compton, RI 02837
https://rhodeisland250.org/event/first-semiquincentennial-liberty-tree-dedication-little-compton/
The Beer Field 9/6/25
Join us for Little Compton’s Annual Community Dinner on the Commons in front of the LC Community Center.
Gather with friends and family for an event that bring the community together at the end of summer.
Participants bring their own food, beverages, and whatever they wish to decorate their table.
Tables and chairs are provided by the Little Compton Village Improvement Society for people who reserved their space ahead of the event (link will be posted to register). People are also welcome to bring their own blanket, table and chairs.
Seating on the cemetery wall or in the cemetery is prohibited.
The dinner bell rings at 4:00 PM!
The Beer Field 9/5/25
Join us for Little Compton’s Annual Community Dinner on the Commons in front of the LC Community Center.
Gather with friends and family for an event that bring the community together at the end of summer.
Participants bring their own food, beverages, and whatever they wish to decorate their table.
Tables and chairs are provided by the Little Compton Village Improvement Society for people who reserved their space ahead of the event (link will be posted to register). People are also welcome to bring their own blanket, table and chairs.
Seating on the cemetery wall or in the cemetery is prohibited.
The dinner bell rings at 4:00 PM!
LC350 Closing Ceremonies
LC350 CLOSING CEREMONIES!
Sunday, August 31, 2025, 11:00AM
Pikes Peak, The Commons, Little Compton, RI
Join us for the LC350 Closing Ceremonies, which will include burying the 2025 LC350 Time Capsule, to be opened in 50 years at the 400th Anniversary of Little Compton, RI.
LC350 Folk Festival
LC350 FOLK FESTIVAL
Saturday, August 30, 2025, 2:00-8:30PM (rain date Aug 31)
Sakonnet Vineyard, 162 Wet Main Road, Little Compton, RI
Tickets for this event are $50. Kids under 12 accompanied by an adult are free!
Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
No coolers please.
Performances:
2:00PM Gary Farias takes the stage.
4:00PM Aztec Two Step performs.
6:00PM Tom Rush joined by Monica Rizzo go on stage.
Please click HERE to purchase your ticket for this event online.
Tickets may be purchased:
At LC350 Store in the Brownell House, 1 Meeting House Lane, Little Compton, RI during hours of operation: Friday’s, 3-6PM.
At LC350 Events at the merchandise table.
The day of the event
In advance online: https://www.lc350th.com/shop/p/lc350-folk-festival
Anyone who has purchased a ticket may pick up their wrist band in advance for entry to the LC350 Folk Festival at the LC350 Store, at an LC350 event, or the day of the event at Sakonnet Vineyard.
If you pick up your ticket a head of time you will enter through the Fast Lane Ticket Gate the day of the event.