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), Ocean Drive, the mansions, and chowder overlooking the bay. But there's also so many exciting events, experiences, and dreamy sights you don't want to miss.
When you're not sure where to start, this round-up of what's going down this week has you covered.
Our picks for the week below.
Happening this week
- Recharge Newport
- Recurring weekly on Friday
Join us for a Couples Retreat mini session! Get more information regarding our 4 types of couples retreats (mini, one, two, and three day), enjoy a tropical beverage, treats, luau themed decor, and a Love Language assessment as part of this 30 minute session!
- Newport Pride Center
- Recurring monthly on the last Friday
On the last Friday of each month from 6-7 pm, join us for a delightful evening where we come together to celebrate community, laughter, and meaningful connections. Last Friday Social! is all about creating a space where individuals from diverse backgrounds can mingle, share…
- Recurring weekly on Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Are you ready for a Magical Mini Retreat? We have designed this mini retreat with you in mind! Immerse yourselves in the City by the Sea as you touch on the most important elements of your relationship with the guidance of our Gottman Institute certified couples coach! Have fun…
Inspired by cold New England winters, the calm of the Shenandoah Valley, the vibrant diversity of the Washington DC cityscape, and the warmth of Kentucky bourbon, Kate brings to life the beauty of happiness, heartbreak, love, and adventure through song.
- Recurring daily
Newport Community Tree Program Applications Now Open The Newport Tree Conservancy and the City of Newport are once again partnering to connect residents with free and reduced-cost tree plantings, just in time for spring. The Community Tree Program allows all Newport residents to…
Newport Winter Foodies Stroll offers a 1-mile guided walking food tour through Newport's historic Thames Street. Learn about the city's rich history while savoring classic cuisine from three local restaurants. You'll receive a three-course meal accompanied by selected wine…
Make it a Good Friday & let loose with Newport’s favorite reggae band, The Ravers! The bar will be open for glasses and flights of beer and wine, plus festive bites, and plenty of room for dancing! Free entry, 21+ Event, RVSP appreciated for an estimated head count. Please…
Re-opening March 29! Open Thursday to Sunday Thursday: 11:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. Friday: 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. SEASON KICK-OFF CELEBRATION Friday, March 29 | 25¢ martinis
- Firehouse Theater
- Recurring weekly on Friday, Saturday
The Bit Players are a fast paced and energized group of improvisation master-minds. Their high energy LIVE shows are modeled after the hit TV show “Whose Line is it Anyway?”. Full of hysterical characters, hilarious games, and side-splitting musical numbers these shows will leave…
- One Bellevue Restaurant at the Hotel Viking
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Saturday
Enjoy quintessential Afternoon Tea in the Garden Room at One Bellevue. Our dedicated team will walk you through choosing the perfect loose leaf tea, prepared table side for each guest. Culinary delights range from house baked scones, and delicate finger sandwiches to petit fours…
Aquidneck Community Table's (ACT) winter market is held on Saturday mornings at Stoneacre Garden at 151 Swineburne Row in Newport. The market hours are 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM from November 4 - April 27 (No market on 3/16 due to Newport’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade.) Aquidneck…
The Four Corners Arts Center invites you to the historic village of Tiverton Four Corners on March 30th 4:00-6:00 PM to celebrate the coming of spring and the daffodil bloom in the tradition of New England’s earliest settlers. Dancers join us for an early evening Contra Dance at…
Search high and low for a variety of prizes hidden all across The Lawn at Castle Hill Inn; one lucky grand prize-winner will receive an overnight stay. Enjoy refreshments and a visit by the Easter Bunny. Space is limited and granted on a first come first served basis!
- Mount Hope Farm
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Our year-round farmers market happens every Saturday morning. Swing by to pick up your local produce, bread, meat, fish, kombucha, and more each week as well as listen to live music in the summer, connect with local nonprofits and community organizations, and visit with friends!…
Josh grew up in rural Indiana on a diet of Bruce Springsteen and The Who, but really found his love for music with the discovery of Ben Folds. Recently having moved to Providence, RI, Josh is bringing his keyboard and vocal talents to the taproom!
Coastal Queen welcomes Easter by featuring a children’s read-along with the Easter Bunny cruise! The Easter Bunny will also share some easter egg treats with the kids. The cruise is one hour long and departs from Bowen’s Wharf, Newport at 3:30pm. Check out the special family rate…
Join us for Vineyard Vibes on Saturday, March 30th Gary grew up with in a house where both parents were musicians. Starting at age 11 he learned his craft on a 1947 00-18 Martin guitar (his mom’s). His dad, a country steel guitar player, always had guitar players coming through…
- Norman Bird Sanctuary
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
We invite you to join us each Saturday morning from 9:30-11:00 inside Mabel Norman's Studio for a yoga practice and mindfulness meditation. Come experience these unique, inspiring yoga classes where the sense of community is strong and truly heart-warming. Come, find your inner…
- Hotel Viking
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Join us every Saturday at 9AM for our weekly yoga class with our in-house yoga instructor, Sharon! Access for hotel guests is included with your stay | $16 for non-hotel guests (see spa staff to sign up) Check with the front desk for this week's location! Sharon has been studying…
Join us in celebrating Easter at The Chanler. Enjoy the melodies of a live jazz duo while taking in the stunning views of Easton's Bay. Our four-course prix fixe Easter menu is inspired by the rejuvenation of spring, with seasonal dishes including locally sourced Don Hopkins…
Celebrate Easter with family and friends with a brunch buffet at Newport Vineyards & Taproot Brewing Co. Enjoy the buffet and chef-attended stations with brunch favorites crafted by Executive Chef Andy Teixeira and team. Reservations available between 10am – 3pm. Then…
Easter Brunch will be held in the Bellevue Ballroom from 11AM-3PM, adjacent to the hotel restaurant. Guests will enjoy culinary delights from the carving stations and buffet, along with our signature raw bar. A full bar will be available for a la carte drinks. Reservations highly…
- Norman Bird Sanctuary
- Recurring every 2 weeks on Sunday
FREE - No registration required. Meet in the parking lot. Count up as many bird species as you can, from soaring red-tailed hawks to tiny hovering hummingbirds. You'll learn how to identify common year-round residents and seasonal migrants. All birding levels welcome. Binoculars…
- Recurring weekly on Sunday
A Local Farmers Market situated right smack in the middle of this cozy town of Tiverton, RI. Connecting the community to fresh & local produce, agriculture, makers, products and art. Meredith Brower, director & market manager launched the market in May of 2020 during the…
- Newport Contemporary Ballet
- Recurring weekly on Monday
Students will dance at the ballet barre, do some light stretching, and learn basic ballet movement. Classes are designed to welcome adult dancers of all ages and abilities. These classes offer a fun way for dancers to exercise, meet new friends, and enjoy movement! (Instagram…
- Stoneacre Brasserie
- Recurring weekly on Monday
In the city by the sea we are offering the freshest seafood in the area on our daily raw bar menu. Enjoy raw bar Monday through Friday, 2pm-5pm at half price.
- Fifth Element
- Recurring weekly on Monday
Upbeat Bourbon Street style jazz comes to Broadway every Monday from 7-10pm. Bring your dancing shoes and appetite! -full dinner menu served from 5-10pm -
Get ready to groove with the NEE JAM (North End Entertainment Jam) at the Firehouse Theater every 1st and 3rd Monday from 7-10 pm. This free event welcomes all music enthusiasts to come and join the jamming sessions. Bring your own drinks and food to enjoy while you listen to the…
- Recurring daily
Newport’s Daffodil Days celebrates the arrival of over 1,200,000 bright yellow daffodils throughout the area with decorated store windows heralding their arrival. Guess the number of Daffodils at Castle Hill: Our friends at Castle Hill have planted over 40,000 daffodils on their…
- Recurring monthly on the 1st
Thursday - Sunday 12:00 pm - Close Enjoy our fresh sushi offerings at the sushi bar, table, for takeout or via DoorDash.
- Newport Contemporary Ballet
- Recurring weekly on Tuesday
Students will learn a variety of ballroom dance steps and styles, with or without a partner. Classes are designed to welcome adult dancers of all ages and abilities. These classes offer a fun way for dancers to exercise, meet new friends, and enjoy movement! (Instagram…
- Recurring weekly on Tuesday
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Join us for Neurographic Art for the Mind, a May Quest offered by Recharge Newport at the Self-Esteem Through Art studio on Aquidneck Avenue in Middletown to learn a simple yet effective creative technique for quieting the mind. No art…
- Recurring weekly on Tuesday
New class location VFW Post 5390 822 Anthony Rd. Portsmouth, R.I. Tuesday nights are caliente!! 6 p.m. beginner 7 p.m. accomplished
We invite you for Tea in Blithewold’s Dining Room, where fine meals have been enjoyed by cherished guests for more than a century. Gather with friends and exchange stories while delighting in a cup of tea, freshly baked scones with sweet cream, and a three-tiered tray filled with…
- Fifth Element
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Multi-talented singer/songwriter brings her talents to Fifth Element every Wednesday night. Enjoy hearing some of your favorite songs while indulging in one of Fifths farm to table offerings.
- Coastal Queen Cruises, from Newport
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Coastal Queen loves Daffodil Days in Newport and kicks off the cruise season in Newport with narrated lighthouse tours that include views of Lime Rock, Goat Island, Rose Island and Castle Hill lighthouses. Each tour will be narrated by a local guide and Coastal Queen's beautiful…
- Forty 1° North
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Fermentation Class: Featuring five wine tastings with a special theme or from a particular region accompanied by five small food pairings, Fermentation Class is held at the Oval Bar every Wednesday at 6:30. Reservations are required and this class often sells out. Please sign up…
Let's make charcuterie boards! Led by Emily with Fig & Fromage. You will create beautiful charcuterie boards and learn techniques and styling tips along the way. Tickets include supplies to make a Board that serves up to 6 (six) and a glass of Greenvale Vineyards wine…
- Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa
- Recurring daily
We're bringing our vibrant New England Coastal Creative energy and personalized programming to ensure our attendees get the most out of this action-packed event. Whether they are an aspiring entrepreneur, a freelancer, or a business owner, they leave with valuable insights…
- Newport Vineyards
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Roll in every Wednesday for discounted ($15) wine or beer flights – now ALL DAY! Also, check out our half-price pizza special! Plus! Board games, and fire pits on the terrace! We have limited blankets, feel free to bring your own! After you dine, bring your receipt to the…
- Recurring weekly on Thursday
Students will dance at the ballet barre, do some light stretching, and learn basic ballet movement. Classes are designed to welcome adult dancers of all ages and abilities. These classes offer a fun way for dancers to exercise, meet new friends, and enjoy movement! (Instagram…
- Recurring weekly on Thursday
This is an intermediate-level ballet class -- however, all are welcome in this nurturing environment! Classes are designed to welcome adult dancers of all ages and abilities. These classes offer a fun way for dancers to exercise, meet new friends, and enjoy movement! (Instagram…
Could you pass an 18th century sailing test, or would you be lost at sea? The introduction of navigational tools in the age of sail made finding your way at sea more precise, however using these instruments was not “smooth sailing.” Some of these techniques required years of…
- Pivotal Brewing Company
- Recurring monthly on the 1st Thursday
Join us on the 1st Thursday of each month at Pivotal Brewing Company for a Songwriters Showcase Open Mic hosted by Lainey Dionne, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. Sign-ups begin on-site at 6 PM and operate on a first-come, first-serve basis. Come, express yourself, and immerse yourself in…
- Newport Vineyards
- Recurring weekly on Thursday
Cozy up with a free cup of soup! Every Thursday, when you purchase a large plate from our regular menu, enjoy your choice of a complementary soup from our farm-to-table menu! Special available during regular kitchen hours on Thursdays. Walk-ins typically available, or make a…
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