about discover newport
Discover Newport is a destination management organization dedicated to the promotion of the City of Newport and its eight surrounding townships in Newport and Bristol Counties Rhode Island including Barrington, Bristol, Jamestown, Little Compton, Middletown, Newport, Portsmouth, Tiverton and Warren as a premiere destination for business and leisure travel.
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Newport Burger Bender
Newport Burger Bender, the “best burger” contest is back February 13th - 22nd, 2026.
Black History Month Events
February is known as Black History Month, an annual time that celebrates the history, heritage and diversity of the Black community with special events and lectures throughout The Classic Coast.
Beach Saunas
Choose Your Sauna: ALTÆR Sauna at South Shore Beach and Warren, Small Wave Sauna at Second Beach at Surfer's End, and Newport Sauna at Third Beach.
Newport Winter Festival, February 13-22
The 38th Annual Newport Winter Festival returns this Winter with 10 days of live music, foodie contests, kid-centric activities and more on The Classic Coast from February 13 - 22.
Winter on The Coast
Winter sunrises unobstructed and in full glory, snow-kissed seasides and a seat by the fire - it's a feeling unlike any other.