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2025 Newport St. Patrick's Day Parade

With 386 years under its belt, you could say Newport is steeped in history. From the oldest tavern, continuously operating library and synagogue in the country, to breathtaking Gilded Age mansions and the largest collection of Colonial Era…

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Daffodil Days Bloom in Newport + Bristol This April

Just as millions of hibernating daffodils prepare to make their debut along the city's cobblestone paths and sun-drenched shores, Newport and Bristol counties prepare to celebrate with two annual celebrations. NEWPORT DAFFODIL DAYS APRIL…

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Experience Rail Bike Tours with Rail Explorers

In September 2012, co-founder of Rail Explorers Mary Joy Lu was watching one of her favorite Korean soap operas when she noticed an unusual pedal-powered apparatus traveling along a set of railroad tracks. Ten days later, she was on a…

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10 Newport Experiences to Try in the New Year

We're making one resolution in 2025 and it has absolutely nothing to do with eating less lobster mac & cheese. As the ball dropped commemorating a new year, we vowed to experience as many new things as we can in our destination. We're…

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Seal Tours with Save the Bay

Climb aboard Save the Bay's education vessel to catch a glimpse of migratory harbor seals lounging on Citing Rock near Rose Island. You'll learn all about the life of a seal, from their migration patterns and food habits to the laws and…

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Guide: Family-Friendly Holiday Things To Do

Family friendly events and activities fill the calendar during this time of year as the holiday season arrives in and around Newport. From s'mores and hot cocoa by the fire to hands-on crafting and visits with Santa, this festive lineup of…

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The 54th Annual Bowen's Wharf Tree Lighting

FAST FACTS What: Bowen's Wharf Christmas Tree Lighting When: Saturday, December 7th Time: Festivities begin at 12:30, Tree Lighting at 6:00 Admission: Free Make your way to Bowen's Wharf for an enchanting day of caroling, holiday…

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Where To Cut Your Own Christmas Tree

Cutting your own Christmas tree is a rite of passage during the holidays. Whether you're starting off with your very own Charlie Brown tree or the Christmas elf in you is looking for a 15-footer, these local tree farms have just what you'll…

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