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THE OFFICIAL BLOG OF DISCOVER NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND
Category - Family Fun
Newport is famed for its beautiful beaches and marvelous mansions, but did you know the coastal city was also known for its haunted happenings? As the fall foliage commences, the cool breeze of October brings some of the spookiest sights to ...
Trinity Church's Annual Pumpkin Patch Reopens For the Season
October 03, 2017
The long anticipated return of Trinity Church's Annual Pumpkin Patch has finally arrived. The patch, held on the grounds of Trinity Church in Queen Anne Square, will officially opens for the season on Saturday, October 7, 2017. Enjoy a ...
Pick-Your-Own Apple Orchards, Pumpkin Patches, Hayrides & More
October 03, 2017
The hot summer days have officially dwindled here in Newport County. Needless to say, we find ourselves daydreaming of everything Autumn in the wake of their absence. These Fall months in our City by the Sea harvest the perfect opportunity ...
3 Ways to Celebrate National Lobster Day, September 25
September 25, 2017
Did you know lobster used to be considered poor man's food? Back in the 1700s, it was so over abundant that people became sick of it, resorting to feeding it only to animals, prisoners and indentured servants. Native Americans even used ...
Free Event: Bowen's Wharf Annual Seafood Festival Returns October 14-15
September 14, 2017
Historic Bowen's Wharf in downtown Newport will host its annual Bowen's Wharf Seafood Festival on Saturday, October 14 through Sunday, October 15. Named one of the 10 Fabulous Fall Festivals on the Coast by Coastal Living Magazine , this ...
A Guide to Fall Festivals & Fairs Coming to Newport & Bristol Counties
September 07, 2017
Can you feel that? It's the cool Autumn breeze coming our way. Of course, we're sad to bid farewell to summer but in its place comes the season of sipping, savoring and exploring. Autumn brings a bounty of fairs and festivals perfect for ...
11+ Things To Look Forward To This Month in Newport
September 01, 2017
Summer may be winding down but our City by the Sea is still in gear. This month brings a bounty of ways to explore, from outdoor adventures including a jazz series among the sprawling vines of Carolyn's Sakonnet Vineyard, lobster boils & ...
Harvest Fair Returns to Norman Bird Sanctuary This September
August 30, 2017
The 43rd annual Norman Bird Sanctuary 's old-fashioned Harvest Fair will once again usher in Autumn September 30 - October 1, 2017 . The fair offers something for everyone. including the “Mabel Express” Barrel Train, pony rides, mud pit, ...
Sneak Preview: Autumn in The City by the Sea
August 24, 2017
Summer often steals the spotlight here in Newport, and it’s not hard to imagine why, but many locals will tell you autumn is their favorite time of year. The temperature cools, the pace is slower and the season of savoring is a feast for ...
How To Do Labor Day Weekend In Newport
August 22, 2017
Summer brought us what will undoubtedly be our favorite memories of the year. We dined on rooftops and seaside patios, we savored free concerts all around town, watched movies under the stars and even got our hands on a boat load of ...
