RI VegFest

21/09/2026

We're so honored to chat with VegNews about the incredible vegan food scene here in Rhode Island! Click the link below to read quotes from Robin and learn more about some very special plant-based all-stars in our tiny state.

Want a sampling of what RI has to offer? Come to RI VegFest in February!

The Ocean State’s is delivering big-time plant-based flavor—and with everything no more than 45 minutes away, there’s no reason not to try it all.

08/09/2026

TICKET UPDATE: VIP Tickets for Saturday, February 6th are now SOLD OUT and there are a very limited number of VIP tickets remaining for Sunday, February 7th. Not only do VIP Tickets let you into the event for a full hour before doors officially open, but they come with an RI VegFest tote bag packed with goodies and deals.⁠
⁠
This event has always sold out in advance, so we recommend that you grab your tickets early, plus VIP Tickets make for a great holiday gift! Get yours at rivegfest.com or the link in bio.

02/09/2026

Alright, Veg Vendors! Applications are NOW OPEN for our 7th Annual RI VegFest on February 6th and 7th WaterFire Arts Center in Providence, RI! If you’re a positive-minded vegan or vegan-friendly restaurant, pop-up, food producer, maker, retailer, or non-profit, we’d love to hear from you.

Not a vendor, but have a favorite business that you’d like to see at RI VegFest in 2027? Tag them below to let them know it’s time to apply!

To learn more about vending with us and to apply for our fully vegan event, visit rivegfest.com/apply.

04/06/2026

Rhode Island's big vegan bash is back for a 7th year! RI VegFest returns to WaterFire Arts Center in Providence on February 6th and 7th for two plant-powered days of eating, partying, and shopping with tons of vegan restaurants, food and beverage producers, artists, makers, retailers, authors, non-profits, and so much more.⁠
⁠
VIP (Very Important Planteater) and 12pm Entry tickets for both days are on sale now at rivegfest.com or at the link in our bio. There are a very limited number of VIP tickets available and they include early entry to the event at 11am and a RI VegFest tote bag stuffed with all sorts of samples, freebies, and deals!⁠
⁠
SELL OUT WARNING: This event typically sells out in advance, so we recommend grabbing your tickets early to make sure you'll be able to come to the plant-based party!⁠ Get yours at rivegfest.com.⁠
⁠
VEG VENDORS: If you're a positive-minded vegan or vegan-friendly restaurant, pop-up, food producer, maker, retailer, or non-profit, we'd love to hear from you. To learn more about vending with us and to apply for our fully vegan event, visit rivegfest.com/apply.

22/02/2026

WEATHER & TICKET UPDATE: As we’re sure you know by now, New England will start to show off its famous weather starting later Sunday evening into Monday morning. As RI VegFest ends at 5pm and weather isn’t expected to arrive until 7pm or later, the event will continue as planned. Here are some updates and things you should know:

🍅 For 2:30pm ticket holders, we’ve decided to open doors for you a little early starting at 2pm.
🍅 There are still 2:30pm tickets available at rivegfest.com, but all other entry times are sold out.
🍅 The venue has plenty of free off-street private parking and they are committed to keeping walkways clear and salted.
🍅 Remember, you’re welcome to arrive at any time after your purchased entry time! For those with VIP tickets, your VIP Swag Bags will be waiting for you whenever you arrive.
🍅 Our vendors will be restocked and ready to see you!

Winter here is rarely without its challenges, but the event ends at 5pm, and it’s a great place to stock up on tasty food for the storm. We’re New Englanders, so we’ve got this. We had such a blast today and we, and all of our vendors, sincerely can’t wait to see you tomorrow!

21/02/2026

We had a BLAST with Celebrated
on The Rhode Show chatting about plant-based foods and this weekend's fest with Will (and briefly a very hungry Brendan 🤣). Watch the segment and read the full article now!

Just a reminder, Saturday is fully SOLD OUT and tickets will not be available at the door. There are still a few tickets left for 2:30pm entry on Sunday and you can pick those up at rivegfest.com.

RI VegFest is set to return to the WaterFire Arts Center in Providence for its sixth year, bringing one of the East Coast’s largest fully vegan festivals back to Rhode Island on February 21 and 22,…

21/02/2026

TICKET UPDATE: All tickets for Saturday are now SOLD OUT and will not be available at the door. There are still tickets available for Sunday's 2:30pm Entry, but all other entry times are sold out. This is your last chance to get tickets to 2025's RI VegFest, so get them while you still can at rivegfest.com!

21/02/2026

Thanks to our friends at The Providence Eye for their thoughtful article about RI VegFest. It's sometimes hard to explain what goes into hosting this big old plant party, and PVD eye captured it so beautifully. It's more important than ever to support independent media, and they're doing great work here in our favorite little city. If you're a VIP ticket holder, you'll find a PVD eye sticker in your swag bag this weekend, too!

Founded by longtime vegan and communications professional Robin Dionne, VegFest grew out of years of attending plant-based food festivals around the country and wondering why Rhode Island didn’t have one of its own. After years of planning, research, and development, Rhode Island VegFest was ready...

21/02/2026

Welcome Plant Docs (Providence, RI) to RI VegFest!

Plant Docs is a non profit that educates the Rhode Island community and beyond about the vitally important connection between food and health - specifically how whole food plant-based nutrition can prevent and improve the many chronic disease plaguing Americans. They love popping up at RI Veg Fest and connecting with vegans and non-vegans alike, so stop by and pick up some educational info when you see them at the event this weekend!

20/02/2026

Welcome World Centric (Rohnert Park, CA) to RI VegFest!⁠
⁠
We're excited to announce our last, but certainly not least vendor for this year's RI VegFest - World Centric! This community-minded vegetarian-owned company manufactures high quality compostable and reusable foodservice and packaging products, and best of all, they donate up to 25% of their profits to social and environmental organizations. World Centric is focused on creating a better world, and we love to work alongside them.⁠
⁠
You'll find our BFF Todd West (he's vegan, too!) popping up representing World Centric at RI VegFest - he's always happy to talk about the importance of using compostable wares and how using compostable products helps the environment, so stop by to say hi and learn more - and if you're drinking coffee from or having a delicious beverage from this year, thank World Centric for providing the materials that help us divert hundreds and hundreds of pounds of waste from the landfill!