WaterFire centers around a series of nearly 100 bonfires that blaze just above the surface of the three rivers that pass through the middle of downtown Providence, RI. The string of fires illuminates nearly two-thirds of a mile of urban public spaces and parks, as residents and visitors gather to stroll along the river, listening to music and watching performances.  Although it seems far away, reaching Providence for Jeanine and I took less time than my commute into Boston.  We arrived late in the afternoon and started our visit at the State House where several young ladies were celebrating their Quinceañeras. We then walked along the river and stopped for dinner at an Irish Pub.

The Waterfire festivities were kicked off with a Japanese drumming performance followed by the lighting of the floating bonfires.