Weekend Best Bets

Vudu Sister at Columbus Theatre
Looking for the perfect mix of folk music and “gothic elegance”? Head over to Columbus Theatre this Friday to get your fix. Vudu Sister, a band born and based right here in Providence, will be celebrating the release of their third record, Mortis Nervosa, which draws its inspiration from the 90s classic horror anthology, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark. The show will also feature unplugged performances from Pixels and Bloodpheasant. With the mix of childhood nostalgia and sinister twists, this is a performance you definitely don’t want to miss. Friday. $10-12. 270 Broadway, Providence. More Info…

Tour de Tentacle: A Lovecraft Themed Ride
The Rhode Island Bicycle Coalition and the Lovecraft Arts & Sciences Council have teamed up to create a bike tour that would make H.P. proud. As part of the ride, teams will work to solve puzzles, face monsters, and ultimately save the city from a “menacing energy.” The bike quest will also serve as a celebration of National Bike Month and will display the historic sides of Providence. If you’re feeling up to the challenge, be sure to get your team together and bring a helmet; this could be a bumpy ride. Sunday. $11.54. 65 Weybosset Street, Providence. More info…

Prince Tribute Show at Fete
Fete Music Hall will hold a tribute show this Sunday to celebrate the life and music of Prince. The event will feature a mix of various musicians and is sure to unite the Providence community in its tribute for the pop superstar. Bring some friends and get ready to dance and sing along, and make sure you’re decked out in purple to celebrate Prince’s reign. Sunday. Free. 103 Dike Street, Providence. More info…

General Nathanael Greene Homestead Raid
Are you the kind of person who wishes they were around to see the Revolution firsthand? Time travel may not be possible, but Gen. Nathanael Greene Homestead will be bringing the past back to life with historic reenactments this weekend. The event, which is hosted by HM 54th Regt. of Foot & Le Regiment Bourbonais, will include authentic military camps, cannon demonstrations and a tour of Greene’s historic home. You don’t want to miss this blast from the past. Saturday and Sunday. $4-6. 50 Taft Street, Coventry. More info…

Sixth Annual Misquamicut SpringFest
If you’ve got an empty weekend and don’t know what to fill it with, look no further than the sixth Annual Misquamicut SpringFest. This event is perfect for the whole family, and the festival will include a petting zoo as well as a car show. The headline entertainment will be Pure Prairie League, best known for their hits “Amie” and “Let Me Love You Tonight.” Stop by for some great food, music, and rides. All Weekend. $7. Misquamicut State Beach, Westerly. More info…

Give Me 5 Teen Film Festival at the Greenwich Odeum
The Greenwich Odeum will be screening a collection of five-minute short films, all created by RI teens. The festival will also include a feedback panel with some pretty big names, including Steven Feinberg, the Director of the RI film & TV Office. The panel will also feature Saul Ramos, Co-Director of the Latin American Film Festival, and award-winning producer and Cumberland native, Erika Hampson. The event is sure to showcase some of RI’s up and coming artists. Saturday. Free. 59 Main St, East Greenwich. More info…

Bouldr Dash in the Mud at Yawgoo Valley
This Saturday will mark the last appearance of the Bouldr Dash in the Mud at Yawgoo Valley. The course features everything from tire crawls to monkey bars and is sure to challenge even the most elite athletes. If you’ve ever dreamed of putting your skills to the test in an intense Yawgoo obstacle course, this may be your last chance. Saturday. $55-100. 160 Yawgoo Valley Road, Exeter. More info…

Verdi Requiem at Vets Auditorium
If you’re a fan of choral masterpieces, you don’t want to miss the Chorus of Westerly’s performance of Verdi’s Requiem this Sunday. The piece includes four soloists, a choir, and the Verdi Festival Orchestra, so it is sure to fill the auditorium with glorious sounds. The performance will be conducted by Maestro David Hill, who has also conducted the BBC Singers. This grande work is one that should not be missed. Sunday. $20-75. One Avenue of the Arts, Providence. More info…

24th Annual Rare & Unusual Plant Sale
Plant lovers and collectors, your time has come. The Southside Community Land Trust will be holding its 24th Annual Rare and Unusual Plant Sale this weekend and the sale will feature over 20,000 varieties of perennials, annuals and fruit plants. The best part? All proceeds benefit SCLT’s education and outreach programs, so you can splurge on that rare plant without an ounce of guilt. Saturday and Sunday. 109 Somerset Street, Providence. More info…

Klub House Rock! 5k
What could be better than spending your weekend running a 5k? Okay, maybe that’s not the best thing in the world, but the Klub House Rock! 5k goes to a cause that is sure to motivate those feet. All of the proceeds go towards The Kids Klub Fund, a program that provides tuition scholarships, field trips, and education enrichment opportunities for its students. If running isn’t your thing, you can still attend the event and enjoy the raffle and face painting. Sunday. $25. Johnston Memorial Park. More info...