The 2026 WaterFire lighting season is just around the corner, and we invite supporters, sponsors, and community partners to join us in creating meaningful experiences for everyone in the city of Providence to enjoy.
This landmark season offers powerful opportunities to align your organization’s values and mission with an internationally recognized public art experience that brings people together, free and open to all. In 2026, WaterFire will celebrate milestone moments, including our 500th lighting event in May and America250 in July, while also shining a light on women’s health, honoring Rhode Island educators, advancing STEAM education, and saluting Rhode Island veterans for the 14th consecutive year.
Your organization can support community well-being, education, equity, and civic pride while engaging diverse audiences. No matter how big or small the idea, WaterFire partners with you to turn creative concepts into experiences that make a real and lasting impact for the city.
Photograph by Maureen Lilla.
Photograph by Laura Paton.
Photograph by Jimmy Ienner Jr.
Whether your company is celebrating a milestone, launching a new initiative, or seeking meaningful ways to give back, WaterFire offers creative, high-visibility opportunities to connect your values with community impact.
If you’re ready to inspire, uplift, and invest in Providence, we’d love to collaborate.
Contact Kellie Martin, Manager of Community and Corporate Relations at kellie@waterfire.org or (401) 443-5534
Photograph by James Messina.
Photograph by Jen Bonin.
Photograph by James Messina.
About the author
Caitlin McDonough, Brand Strategy Coordinator, has been a force at WaterFire since starting over four years ago. Being a life-long Rhode Islander has shaped her view on all things Providence and the growth of the arts community which brought her to WaterFire. Focusing on social media, videography, marketing and merchandise - her expertise in these areas has helped strengthened WaterFire's voice and brand across platforms.
I thought I had two tickets to Waterfire on AUG 1, but I can’t find any email confirming my reservation. Do you show my tickets on your system? Thanks.
Peter Klaiber
Hi Peter,
WaterFire is generally a free and ticket-less event. What exactly did you have a ticket for? A boat ride, WaterFire Circle, Clear Currents, something else?
Let me know and I check with the right person.
Thanks, Tim