Rhode Island RV Show

ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

Walk through new travel trailers, fifth wheels, motorhomes, and campers from New England dealers, and compare layouts side by side. Buy an RV from any exhibiting dealer and the dealer will credit your admission back on your deal.

The RV Towing Academy, led by RVIA-certified technicians, covers towing safety, weight ratings, trailer hookup, weight distribution, and backing up, with live demonstrations. Free seminars cover choosing an RV, travel destinations, RVing with pets, boondocking, and more.

Kids can meet Spider-Man near the entrance and pick up a free RV Supershows coloring book at the concession area. Attendees also get a free six-month membership to The Dyrt PRO camping app, a $30 value.

Come with a plan. Know your budget, how many people need to sleep aboard, and whether you'll tow or drive. If you're towing, bring your vehicle's towing capacity and hitch type so dealers can point you to trailers that fit. If you're trading in, bring the title and service records.

ON-SITE AMENITIES

The Rhode Island Convention Center is fully wheelchair accessible, and service animals are welcome. Concessions are inside, and the kids coloring area gives little ones a break from the show floor.

Wear comfortable shoes and plan on a few hours. Snap photos of floor plans and price sheets you like so you can compare them later.

Plan for winter weather. February in Providence can bring snow and icy sidewalks, so dress warm for the walk from the garage or your hotel, and check the forecast before you drive in.

LOCATION

The show is at the Rhode Island Convention Center, 1 Sabin Street, Providence, RI 02903, in downtown Providence near Interstate 95. Hours are noon to 7 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.

FAQs About RVing to the Rhode Island RV Show

How much are tickets?

Tickets are $12.50 online, including fees, and kids 16 and under get in free. The show is cashless, so buy ahead online.

Can you camp near Providence in February?

It's tough. Most Rhode Island campgrounds are seasonal and closed in February, so plan to stay in a hotel or drive in for the day.

Can you park an RV at the convention center?

Not in the garage. On-site garage parking is available at prevailing rates, but RVs won't fit, so bring a car or pickup.

Do you get anything for buying an RV at the show?

Yes. Buy an RV from any exhibiting dealer, and the dealer will credit your show admission back on your deal.

RVING AT THE EVENT

February is the off-season for camping in Rhode Island. Most campgrounds around Providence close for the winter and reopen in spring, so this is a show to visit by car and a trip to plan for later.

Use the show to line up your summer. Talk with dealers about floor plans, sit in on the boondocking and destination seminars, and use your free The Dyrt PRO membership to map out campgrounds for the season.

When the weather warms up, Rhode Island's coast, Block Island ferries, and nearby Cape Cod are all easy RV getaways. Our Providence campground guide has ideas, and a rental is a low-risk way to try a floor plan you liked at the show.

If you're new to towing, the towing academy at the show is worth the time before your first trip. Hooking up, checking weight, and backing in are all easier once you've seen them done.

WHERE TO STAY

Several downtown hotels sit within walking distance of the Rhode Island Convention Center, so you can park once and stay put for the weekend.

Make a weekend of it. Federal Hill's Italian restaurants, the RISD Museum, and the Providence River walkway are all close by, and Newport's mansions and Cliff Walk are about 45 minutes south.

HOW TO GET THERE

The convention center is right off Interstate 95 in downtown Providence. From Boston, take Interstate 95 south into Providence and follow signs for downtown and the convention center.

From Connecticut and New York, take Interstate 95 north. From the west, U.S. 6 connects to downtown Providence near the convention center.

T.F. Green International Airport in Warwick is about 15 minutes south.

PARKING

On-site parking at the Rhode Island Convention Center is available at prevailing rates. The garage has a low clearance, so leave RVs, trucks with racks, and tall vans at home and drive a car in.

Downtown streets are busy on weekends, so give yourself extra time to park and walk in. Staying at a downtown hotel lets you skip the garage entirely.

TICKETS & PRICING

Buy tickets online through RV Supershows. Admission is $12.50 per adult, including fees, and kids 16 and under get in free. The show is cashless.

Saturday has the longest hours, which gives you the most time to catch seminars and the towing academy. Check the show guide for the daily seminar schedule before you go.

WRAP UP

The Rhode Island RV Show brings New England dealers and new RVs to the Rhode Island Convention Center from February 19 to 21, 2027. Take a towing class, compare floor plans, and plan your summer on the road.

Browse RV rentals near Providence and book your adventure.

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