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Rose Island Lighthouse Unique Places To Stay

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Paws on Pelham

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Castle Hill Inn and Lighthouse

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Beehive Cafe RI

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Best Non-Beef Burger Yagi Noodles Newport Burger Bender 2025

Newport Burger Bender

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Rhody Roots

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Newport Helicopter

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Altaer Sauna

Altaer Sauna

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Gurney's Igloo Winter

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Jamestown Winter Open Graph

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Best Non-Beef Burger Yagi Noodles Newport Burger Bender 2025

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Newport Night Run

Newport Night Run

Local Road Races in 2026

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Copy of Ocean Drive

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Newport Bridge

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Copy of Beavertail State Park Jamestown Aerial

Welcome to The Classic Coast

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The Discover Newport Board of Directors is comprised of 18 members with representation from the nine municipalities within Newport and Bristol Counties and five specific industry appointments.

OFFICERS

Matt Gray - Chairman
Gray Matter Marketing
Portsmouth Appointee

Dr. Melissa Varao - Vice Chair
Salve Regina University
Member of the Public

Rebecca Bertrand - Treasurer
Newport Historical Society
City of Newport Appointee

Stephan Brigidi - Secretary
Bristol Workshops
Bristol Appointee

BOARD

Joanna Arrighie
Newport Marriott
Lodging Over 100 Rooms

Meredith Brower
Tiverton Farmers Market
Tiverton Appointee

Peter Connerton
Middletown Appointee

Keri Cronin
Dish, Owner
Warren Appointee

Patrick Fitzgerald
Sardella's Italian Restaurant
Restaurant Representative

Ann Hof
RI Marine Trades Association
Barrington Appointee

Charlie Holder
Newport City Councilor
City of Newport Appointee

Kajsa Kempenaar
Kempenaar Real Estate
Middletown Appointee

Molly McGlew
Little Compton Appointee

John Nunes
Newport Vineyards
Attractions Representative

Sean O'Connor
Newport Out
City of Newport Appointee

Kevin O'Leary
Preservation Society of Newport County
Middletown Appointee

Marla Romash
Our Table Jamestown
Jamestown Appointee

Andy Ross
Brenton Hotel
Lodging Under 100 Rooms

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Top Annual Events

Here’s just a snapshot of some of our most anticipated celebrations in 2026.

Ocean Drive Winter

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.

Newport Night Run

Local Road Races in 2026

Whether you're a pro athlete or you're looking to dip your toes in the exercise world - this runner's roster has everything you need.

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.

Stoneacre Brasserie Burger Bender 2025

Newport Burger Bender

Newport Burger Bender, the “best burger” contest is back February 13th - 22nd, 2026.

72 Hours of Winter Wellness

Relax, unwind, and nourish yourself on The Classic Coast.