5 Events To Escape Political Ads In Rhode Island

Judging by the relentless parade of campaign ads on television, streaming services, social media and even in your mailbox, you might think the Nov. 3 midterm elections are the only thing happening in Rhode Island.

If you're sick of the ads, you're hardly alone. A survey found about a third of American adults were already fed up with political advertising in July, months before the final campaign blitz.

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For anyone looking for a break from politics, here are five events upcoming events in Rhode Island where the only thing vying for your attention is a good time.

• Annual Costume Parade & Trunk or Treat, Narragansett, Oct. 24
• Giant Annual Yard Sale, North Kingstown, Oct. 24
• Harvest Festival, Middletown, Oct. 25
• Concert for Freedom, Providence, Oct. 25Local Event
• Furry Fellas "Howl-o-ween Hike N Treat" to Help Homeless Animals, Warwick, Oct. 25

Are you planning an event this fall? Feature it so nearby readers see it all across Patch — including in roundups like this!