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Holidays at the Newport Mansions

The opulence of Newport's Gilded Age mansions meets the sparkle and magic of Christmas during the return of Holidays at the Newport Mansions on Saturday, November 18, 2023 - January 1, 2024. Wander three mansions, The Breakers, The Elms and…

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Festive Cocktails for the Holiday Season

Shaken, stirred or on the rocks, our region’s bars and restaurants have curated this ultimate list of holiday and festive cocktails that will be sure to make your spirits bright. So, grab a friend, pull up a chair and raise your glass to…

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2023 Holiday Gift Guide

Shopping for other people is admittedly hard work. And finding something special each year that your loved ones will adore (not to mention find useful) is even harder. The good news: We did the hard work for you. For him, for her, and from…

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Christmas at Blithewold Mansion

A short drive from Newport will land you in the quaint, patriotic town of Bristol where you'll find Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum tucked away on 33-acres of meticulously maintained land. The estate overlooking Narragansett Bay…

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20+ Things To Do This December

Things are merry and bright in Newport as we make our way into December. From classic holiday happenings and annual celebrations, to tree lightings around town and plenty of family-friendly events, our holiday spirit is officially at an…

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What To Do This Weekend In + Around Newport

Few things compare to that Friday feeling of freedom. You know, when you realize the whole weekend lies ahead. Truth be told, weekends on The Coast are full of magic. Think: Saturday morning farmers markets, Sunday afternoon hikes along the…

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What To Do This Week

Truth be told, whether you're in Newport for a day, a weekend, or the entire week (the dream!), the possibilities of what you can see and do are endless. You've got the obvious musts: Cliff Walk (the most serene 3.5-mile walk of your life)…

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Hot Chocolate Bar at The Chanler

Hot chocolate is a winter-in-New-England right of passage. When temperatures dip, there's few places we'd rather be than cozied up in front of a fire with a warm mug of hot chocolate. For a decadent experience, make your way to The Chanler…

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Tree Lightings Happening In + Around Newport

Spirits are officially bright on The Classic Coast as we head into the holiday season filled with enchanting sights, family-friendly fun, a handful of classic Christmas events, and holiday happenings for nearly each day of December. Not to…

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10+ Classic Holiday Happenings In + Around Newport

Nearly 400 years of historic charm breeds the coziest of holiday seasons on The Classic Coast. Think cobblestone streets lined with the glow of white lights, the glitter and gold of Gilded Age mansions bedecked with dozens of Christmas…

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