Dr Benjamin Hruska, Associat Professor of university of Texas Rio Grand Valley, will present on the long service Dr. Perry provided islanders. free event
Kick off your Independence Day with the ultimate beach party at Ballard’s Beach Resort. Enjoy live music on Block Island with two exceptional DJs: DJ Donnie D (11:00 AM – 2:00 PM): Known for dynamic open-format sets that blend various genres, creating an electrifying atmosphere. DJ Desirée (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM): A prominent figure […]
Join the community for the annual Fourth of July Parade on Friday, July 4, starting at 11:00 AM. This year's theme is "Block Island Lore and Legends," promising creative floats and a festive atmosphere along Water Street.
Get ready to rock the beach withLive Music on Block Island with BackStage Pass (BSP), the ultimate '80s arena rock tribute band! BSP delivers a high-energy performance that captures the essence of the greatest decade in rock music. With a show featuring big hair, dazzling lights, smoke effects, and the thunderous sounds of shredding guitars, […]
Shipwrecked, Coastal Disaster's and the makings of the American Beach. Jamin Wells, Associate Professor at the University of West Florida, will discuss how wrecks, wrecking and the wreck of tourism created the American Beach.
Get ready for music on Block Island with a beachside country celebration as No Shoes Nation Band brings the ultimate Kenny Chesney tribute to Ballard’s Beach Stage on July 12, 2025! Hailing from Seabrook, NH, this five-piece band delivers an authentic, high-energy performance that captures the spirit of Chesney’s chart-topping hits and laid-back coastal vibes. […]
Get ready for one of the most fun-filled afternoons of music on Block Island as Darik and the Funbags hit Ballard’s Beach Stage. Known across New England for their wildly energetic shows and nonstop party vibes, this powerhouse cover band brings crowd-favorite hits, hilarious antics, and serious musical talent to the beach. From rock and pop […]
Get ready for an epic day of music on Block Island as The Zoo takes over the beach stage at Ballard’s! Known for their powerful vocals, energetic performances, and crowd-pleasing mix of rock, pop, and everything in between, The Zoo brings serious talent and nonstop fun to the shoreline. This isn’t just a concert—it’s the […]