The PVDFest, Providence’s signature art festival, returned to the city June 6-9. Hosted by Mayor Jorge O. Elorza, the City of Providence’s Department of Art, Culture and Tourism and founding creative partner FirstWorks, the multiday cultural experience featured work and performances from more than 800 artists from Kennedy Plaza to Empire Street. More than 20 Providence-based restaurants served up dishes and demonstrations for guests, along with beverages from 25 festival bars. McLaughlin & Moran was a festival program partner and exclusive beverage sponsor, with the festival highlighting Bud Light. Brand sponsors also included Tito’s Handmade Vodka, whose tasting camper was parked through the weekend, Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey and Don Julio Tequila. The streets were also decorated for the 2019 Pride Weekend to follow, creating a festive vibe for visitors.
-
- The PVDFest, Providence’s summer art festival, returned to Kennedy Plaza June 6-9.
-
- A PVDFest signature cocktail, one of five creations that showcased sponsor beverage brands.
-
- Rachel Landau, Sales Coordinator, Tito’s Handmade Vodka and Keith Morris, On-Premise Sales Manager, Mancini Beverage.
-
- Guests enjoyed sips of Fetzer Pinot Noir, Frontera Malbec, Charles & Charles Rosé, Bud Light, Grey Sail Brewing Hazy Day, Nauti Hard Seltzer and Stony Creek Brewery La Garza Mexicali Lager.
-
- Bartenders Andrew Swift and Aly Brock of Alley Cat/Dark Lady.
-
- Brand Ambassadors Kelly Williamson and Samantha Romano for Jack Daniel’s.
-
- Tastes of Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey Whiskey.
-
- Brand Ambassadors Alicia Cesario and Chelsea Capwell, Don Julio Tequila.
-
- Rich Spoehr, Bartender, The Malted Barley, a sponsor of the festival.
-
- Bartenders Jake Calkins and Tyler Williams, Troop & Trinity Beer Garden.
-
- The night view of 50 Kennedy Plaza.
