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SUMMARY:The Ultimate 80s Party by Total Eclipse of the 80s
DESCRIPTION:The Ultimate 80s Party by Total Eclipse of the 80s brings a full throwback concert experience to Charlestown Rathskeller\, turning the venue into a high-energy celebration of one of music’s most recognizable decades. Starting at 8:00 PM\, the event blends live performance with themed visuals\, creating an immersive atmosphere built around sound\, style\, and nostalgia. Known as a long-standing live music destination\, the Rathskeller provides a setting that fits the scale and energy of the show. \nTotal Eclipse of the 80s delivers a setlist that spans rock\, pop\, new wave\, and hair metal\, covering a wide range of hits that defined the era. The performance goes beyond the music\, incorporating full costumes\, props\, and audience interaction to recreate the feel of an 80s party. The result is a live show designed to engage the crowd visually and musically from start to finish. \nGiveaways and themed elements add to the experience\, reinforcing the event’s focus on participation and atmosphere. The combination of recognizable songs\, stage production\, and venue energy creates a performance that appeals to both longtime fans of 80s music and newer audiences. As a debut appearance at the Rathskeller\, the event offers a structured but lively way to revisit the decade through a full-scale tribute performance.
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LOCATION:Rathskeller\, 489A Old Coach Rd\, Charlestown\, RI\, 02813\, United States
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SUMMARY:Take It To The Bridge at the Charlestown Rathskeller
DESCRIPTION:Take It To The Bridge at the Charlestown Rathskeller brings funk\, soul\, pop\, and dance-floor energy to Charlestown Rathskeller Tavern on Friday\, May 15 from 8:00 to 11:00 PM. Set against the wooded outdoor atmosphere of one of Rhode Island’s most iconic taverns\, the night combines live music\, food\, drinks\, and open-air spring nightlife into the kind of shoreline evening people wait all winter to get back to. \nHeadlining the night is Take It To The Bridge\, an award-winning eight-piece band known for turning dance crowds loose with a mix of funk\, soul\, rock\, pop\, and high-energy party favorites. Since forming in 2014\, the group has built a strong regional following thanks to tight musicianship\, big vocals\, and a setlist built around recognizable songs designed to keep people moving. Their performances lean heavily into crowd energy\, transforming concerts into full-on dance parties by the end of the first set. \nThe Charlestown Rathskeller itself adds a major part of the experience\, with expansive outdoor seating\, fire pits\, lawn games\, and the rustic atmosphere that has made the venue a summer destination for generations. Guests are encouraged to arrive early for dinner and drinks before the music starts\, as the combination of warm weather\, outdoor vibes\, and live music tends to fill the property quickly. Between the atmosphere\, the band\, and the setting in the woods of Charlestown\, this feels less like a concert and more like the unofficial start of summer nightlife season. \n 
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LOCATION:Rathskeller\, 489A Old Coach Rd\, Charlestown\, RI\, 02813\, United States
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SUMMARY:Retro Floyd at the Charlestown Rathskeller
DESCRIPTION:Retro Floyd at the Charlestown Rathskeller brings the atmosphere\, sound\, and psychedelic scale of Pink Floyd to Charlestown Rathskeller Tavern on Saturday\, May 16 from 8:00 to 11:00 PM. Set among the woods\, outdoor seating areas\, and fire pits of the legendary Rathskeller property\, the night blends classic rock nostalgia with open-air spring nightlife in one of Rhode Island’s most recognizable live music settings. \nHeadlining the evening is Retro Floyd\, a Massachusetts-based tribute group known throughout the Northeast for recreating the layered vocals\, atmospheric soundscapes\, and immersive concert feel associated with Pink Floyd’s legendary live performances. The band’s shows pull from both major hits and deeper catalog favorites\, delivering the sweeping guitars\, harmonies\, and mood-driven arrangements that longtime Floyd fans expect. Rather than simply covering songs\, Retro Floyd aims to recreate the emotional and sonic experience of a full Pink Floyd concert. \nThe Charlestown Rathskeller adds another layer to the experience\, with guests encouraged to arrive early for food\, drinks\, and outdoor gathering before the music begins. Between the rustic setting\, spring weather\, and expansive property\, the event feels built for groups of friends looking to settle in for a long night of music and atmosphere. For fans of classic rock\, psychedelic sound\, and live tribute performances that lean heavily into authenticity\, Retro Floyd offers one of the more immersive music nights happening on the shoreline this month. \nSEO Description (160 characters max):
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SUMMARY:Mystic Dead at the Charlestown Rathskeller
DESCRIPTION:Mystic Dead at the Charlestown Rathskeller brings extended jams\, improvisational rock\, and laid-back outdoor energy to Charlestown Rathskeller Tavern on Friday\, May 22 from 8:00 to 11:00 PM. Set beneath the trees and string lights of one of Rhode Island’s most beloved live music destinations\, the evening combines jam-band culture\, dancing\, and open-air nightlife into a classic start-to-summer shoreline gathering. \nHeadlining the night is Mystic Dead\, a southeastern Connecticut tribute act dedicated to recreating the improvisational spirit and musical atmosphere of Grateful Dead. Formed during recurring Dead nights in Mystic back in 2018\, the six-piece group has developed a strong regional following through performances that blend recognizable favorites with free-flowing jams that evolve depending on the crowd and the energy of the room. Rather than simply replaying songs note-for-note\, the band leans into spontaneity and the loose musical chemistry that made the Grateful Dead experience unique. \nThe Charlestown Rathskeller setting only adds to the atmosphere\, with outdoor seating\, fire pits\, lawn games\, food\, drinks\, and the kind of rustic environment that naturally fits a jam-band crowd. Guests are encouraged to arrive early for dinner and drinks before settling in for a long night of music under the trees. For Deadheads\, live music fans\, or anyone looking for a relaxed outdoor concert with strong summer energy\, Mystic Dead at the Rathskeller feels built for exactly that kind of night. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/mystic-dead-at-the-charlestown-rathskeller/
LOCATION:Rathskeller\, 489A Old Coach Rd\, Charlestown\, RI\, 02813\, United States
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SUMMARY:19th Nervous Breakdown (Rolling Stones Tribute) at the Charlestown Rathskeller
DESCRIPTION:19th Nervous Breakdown (Rolling Stones Tribute) at the Charlestown Rathskeller brings classic rock swagger and Rolling Stones energy to Charlestown Rathskeller Tavern on Saturday\, May 23\, from 8:00 to 11:00 PM. Set among the outdoor seating\, fire pits\, and wooded atmosphere of the historic Rathskeller property\, the night combines live rock music with one of Rhode Island’s most recognizable summer nightlife destinations. \nHeadlining the evening is 19th Nervous Breakdown\, a regional tribute act dedicated to recreating the sound\, attitude\, and stage energy of The Rolling Stones. The band’s performances pull from decades of Stones classics and deeper catalog favorites\, delivering the guitar riffs\, blues-rock grooves\, and larger-than-life swagger that helped define arena rock for generations. From danceable crowd favorites to rawer rock-and-roll cuts\, the show leans heavily into the feeling of a full classic rock concert rather than a simple cover set. \nThe Charlestown Rathskeller setting adds another layer to the experience\, encouraging guests to arrive early for food\, drinks\, and outdoor gathering before the music starts. Between the rustic atmosphere\, open-air layout\, and holiday weekend energy\, the venue naturally fits a night built around timeless rock songs and dancing under the trees. For longtime Rolling Stones fans\, casual classic rock listeners\, or anyone simply looking for a lively Memorial Day weekend night out\, 19th Nervous Breakdown delivers exactly the kind of soundtrack the Rathskeller was made for. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/19th-nervous-breakdown-rolling-stones-tribute-at-the-charlestown-rathskeller/
LOCATION:Rathskeller\, 489A Old Coach Rd\, Charlestown\, RI\, 02813\, United States
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SUMMARY:Nick Bosse - Under the Stars
DESCRIPTION:Nick Bosse – Under the Stars brings live music\, springtime atmosphere\, and community fundraising together for a laid-back evening at The Charlestown Rathskeller on May 29. Doors open at 7 p.m. with music beginning at 8\, setting the stage for an outdoor night filled with acoustic energy\, conversation\, and the kind of relaxed Rhode Island nightlife that feels tailor-made for late May. Surrounded by trees\, open air\, and the Rathskeller’s famously casual vibe\, the event leans more intimate gathering than large-scale concert. \nNick Bosse – Under the Stars also serves a larger purpose beyond the music itself\, with proceeds benefiting WARM Center and its efforts to prevent and end homelessness in the local community. Every ticket sold helps support programs focused on stability\, housing assistance\, and resources for neighbors in need. The evening combines entertainment and fundraising in a way that feels personal and community-centered\, encouraging guests to enjoy themselves while directly contributing to a meaningful local cause. \nGuests can expect a relaxed social atmosphere with a cash bar and burger bar available throughout the night\, making it easy to settle in for an evening of food\, drinks\, and live music under the stars. Nick Bosse’s performance should fit naturally into the outdoor setting\, creating the kind of easygoing soundtrack that works perfectly for a spring night in Charlestown. For anyone looking for live music with a little more heart behind it\, this event offers a chance to enjoy a memorable night out while supporting an important mission at the same time. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/nick-bosse-under-the-stars/
LOCATION:Rathskeller\, 489A Old Coach Rd\, Charlestown\, RI\, 02813\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rathskeller
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