3:00PM Start Time
Route: Washington Street starting at Empire and ending at City Hall Main Stage
Three arts champions have been named PVDFest Parade Grand Marshals this year.
Anjel Newman, a Black American artist, creative director, and educator from Rhode Island, who specializes in using design principles to transform organizations with a focus on empathy, storytelling, and social justice. She serves as Co-Executive and Youth Program Director at AS220, teaches art and social justice, and is a member of the PPSD School Board.
Chachi Carvalho, a talented emcee, song writer, poet, and entrepreneur who has performed for and captivated many PVDFest audiences over the years. He is the owner of We Own The Masters LLC. and co-owner of Beatbox Digital Recording Studio in Pawtucket. He is the founder and artistic director of the Culture Shock music festival and annual community celebration.
Rodney Davis, a leading community champion and LGBTQ+ activist who has served for more than twenty years as co-chair and president of Rhode Island Pride. Rodney has also served in leadership roles for the Rhode Island Alliance, and has personally and professionally supported numerous organizations that promote social justice and community advancement.
Parade Participants (Subject to Change)
Extraordinary Rendition Band with Grand Marshalls Chachi Carvalo, Anjel Newman, Rodney Davis, Mayor Smiley, and Joe Wilson, Jr.
RAMP
Big Brothers Big Sisters
King EeSy
The Boston Globe
Eunice Belly Dance
Providence Community Libraries
RI Kung Fu & Lion Dance Club
Rip GALIANO
Rios de Agua Viva
Sirr Jones
Amy the Mime
Coyote Brass Band
LBM Heavy
Society Art Collective
Selena Mars
The Providence Drum Troupe
If you’d like to participate in the 2024 PVDFest Parade contact Director of Special Projects Rebecca Noon at rnoon@providenceri.gov
