The buzz of summer has gently faded into crisp, cozy nights and cool amber days filled with festive happenings here on The Classic Coast. 

From classic fall festivals like the free Bowen's Wharf Seafood Food Festival to pick-your-own orchards brimming with fresh, local harvest and local vineyards serving up locally crafted, seasonal vino, Newport and its surrounding communities are the perfect place to check off all your autumn bucket list must-do's.

Fall on The Coast is on. Are you in?

SEASONAL ADVENTURES

Whether you prefer to toast to the season indoors, or get outside to feel the Autumn-infused ocean breeze, The Coast has just the thing.

Harbor Cruises

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Where:
Newport Harbor
When:
Through mid-October
Admission:
Prices vary

There's something intoxicating about a fall harbor cruise—when the water remains warm but the air is newly crisp. Help raise the sails on a legendary America's Cup yachtspot seals lounging off the coast on an education vessel, or sip a mimosa on an 80-foot, turn-of-the-century-style pilot schooner

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Ghost Tours

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Where:
Tour departs from Mainsail Restaurant at Newport Marriott
When:
Check ticket calendar for the full schedule
Admission:
$20 adults, $18 seniors + military, $12 children

Peer past Newport's Gilded facade into the city's dark past on a 90-minute lantern-led evening stroll. You'll explore shadowy lanes with centuries of history and some of the area's most haunted sites including Jailhouse Inn—Newport's former jailhouse, the oldest tavern in America, Washington Square and more. Tours cover less than one mile and travel at a leisurely pace. Wheelchair accessible. Private tours available up to 20 people.

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When:
Weekends in October (sometimes September)

Head to Pachet Brook Tree Farm, a 90-acre family-run farm in Tiverton, for a 30-minute hayride through the fields and woods decorated for the season, ending at the pumpkin patch. Hayrides are also offered at Escobar's Highland Farm in Middletown.

   

Rail Bike Tours

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Where:
Rail Explorers USA
When:
Through Early November
Admission:
Varies

Climb aboard pedal-powered rail bikes that travel along abandoned railroad tracks alongside the bay when you join Rail Explorers on a fall ride.

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Escobar's Highland Farm Corn Maze

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Where:
Escobar's Highland Farm
When:
September 7 through early November
Admission:
$10 ages 12 and up, $8 children 5-11, free for children under 4 (cash only)

Get lost in the 8-acre corn maze at Escobar's Highland Farm. Not to worry, they'll rescue you if you get lost. 

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Escobars Corn Maze

 

Pick-Your-Own Experiences

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These fall months harvest the perfect opportunity for some of our favorite cozy-weather activities: pumpkin & apple picking, hayrides & corn mazes, and more. 

When you find your hands itching for some pick-your-own experiences, here's where you can head to. Dates are subject to change due to demand/harvests. 

Pumpkins

SWEET BERRY FARM

When: Late September - October
Where: Sweet Berry Farm, 915 Mitchell's Lane, Middletown
Hours: Daily, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
 

OLD STONE ORCHARD

When: September through mid-November
Where: 33 Colebrook Road, Little Compton
Hours: Thursday - Sunday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
 

YOUNG FAMILY FARM

When: September - early November
Where: 260 W Main Road, Little Compton
Hours: Thursday - Monday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
 

PACHET BROOK TREE FARM

When: October
Where: 4484 Main Road, Tiverton
Hours: Weekends: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
 

TRINITY CHURCH'S ANNUAL PUMPKIN PATCH

When: October 10th - October 31st
Where: Queen Anne Square, Newport
 

QUONSET VIEW FARM

When: Late September
Where: 895 Middle Road, Portsmouth RI
Hours: Saturday & Sundays 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
 

ESCOBAR'S HIGHLAND FARM

When: September - Early November
Where:133 Middle Road, Portsmouth 
Hours: Friday - Sunday: 10:00 AM - dusk. Last entry is one hour before dusk.

 

Apples

SWEET BERRY FARM

When: Late August - early October
Where: Sweet Berry Farm, 915 Mitchell's Lane, Middletown
Hours: Daily, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
 

OLD STONE ORCHARD

When: September through mid-November
Where: 33 Colebrook Road, Little Compton
Hours: Thursday - Sunday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
 

ROCKY BROOK ORCHARD

When: Labor Day - early November
Where: Rocky Brook Orchard, 997 Wapping Road, Middletown
Hours: Weekends, 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
 

YOUNG FAMILY FARM

When: September - early November
Where: 260 W Main Road, Little Compton
Hours: Thursday - Monday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

 

Goat Hikes at Simmons Farm

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Where:
Simmons Farm
When:
Dates vary
Admission:
$15 - $50

When nature calls (literally), head over to Simmons Farm in Middletown for a two-hour goat hike around the historic family-owned farm. Led by farmer Karla and her crew of adventurous, spirited goats, you'll get your own goat to walk on a leash along the designated trail. Stop along the way to feed your goat a treat and to take in stunning views of the preserved farmland, and conclude your journey with a cup of hot chocolate.

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Simmons Farm Goat Hike

 

Pumpkin Patches & Parties

Pop-up patches and pick-your-own pumpkins. Classic.

Pumpkin Palooza

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Where:
Frerichs Farm & Greenhouses
When:
October 12th from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Looking for a perfect fall day? Mark your calendars for October 12th, a day filled with Giant pumpkins, food trucks, free corn mazes, family fun and more at Frerichs Farm in Warren for their annual Southern New England Giant Pumpkin Weigh Off.

Oh, and by Giant pumpkins, we're talking B-I-G pumpkins, in previous years the winning pumpkin weighed in at 2201 lbs. What do you think the winning pumpkin will weigh this year?

Can't make the weigh off? Head to Frerichs Farm weekly for Pumpkin Palooza ay Frerichs Farm happens every weekend from September to late October. Ride the Magic Pumpkin Coach, make your own scarecrow, stroll the mum fields, choose your own pumpkin and so much more. 

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Trinity Church Pumpkin Patch

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Where:
Trinity Church and Queen Anne's Square
When:
Opening Date: October 10th (pumpkins arrive October 9th)

We know it's officially fall when we spot Queen Anne Square packed with more than 1,000 pumpkins overnight as if by magic. Trinity Church Pumpkin Patch returns to downtown Newport on this October with pick-your-own pumpkins, gourds, mums, decorative cabbage and more.

Browse a sweet selection of homemade baked goods, homemade pumpkin chili, warm cider, craft vendors, live music and more. 

Trinity Church Pumpkin Patch

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Castle Hill Inn

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Where:
Castle Hill Inn
When:
October 27th, from 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Cost:
$50 per adult, $25 per child

Head to Castle Hill Inn on October 27th from 2:00 - 5:00 PM for their inagural pumpkin patch. Enjoy cider, donuts, grilled cheese, and other fall favorites while you choose and paint your own pumpkins. Must register in advanced.

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FESTIVALS & EVENTS

From the highly anticipated Rogue Island Comedy Festival to harvest fairs and the free Bowen's Wharf Seafood Festival, these festivals and events offer the perfect dose of fall on the coast.

Audrain Newport Concours + Motor Week

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Where:
Throughout Newport
When:
THURSDAY, October 3rd - SUNDAY, October 6th
Cost:
Prices Vary

The fourth annual Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week welcomes the world’s most exclusive auto brands and car collections back to Aquidneck Island for four days of special events, seminars, gatherings, and more from Thursday, October 3rd - October 6th, 2024. 

Spend your days enjoying fine dining pop-ups, exhibitions of rare and exciting automobiles, seminars, and car displays along the Newport coast. Then, once the sun goes down, experience exclusive cocktail hours, dinners, our annual gala and various VIP parties hosted in the Gatsby-esque mansions that populate America’s original luxury capital. 

The Gathering at Rough Point

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Norman Bird Sanctuary Harvest Fair

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Where:
Norman Bird Sanctuary, Middletown
When:
October 5th & 6th

50th Anniversary Harvest Fair!

The annual Norman Bird Sanctuary's old-fashioned Harvest Fair will once again usher in Autumn October 5th - October 6th, 2024. The fair offers something for everyone, including sack races, hay rides, mud pit, tug-of-war and fair games with prizes.

Norman Bird Harvest Fair

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Newport Festa Italiana

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Where:
Varies
When:
Events from September 27th - October 17th

Celebrating its 30th Anniversary, Newport Festa Italiana has grown from its original weekend slate of events to a three-week-long calendar (September 27th to October 17th) of opportunities for everyone to connect to their Italian roots. Events include John Panaggio Original Ziti Night, Cinefesta, and of course, the highlight of the event: the Italian Festival. 

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Newport Oktoberfest

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Where:
Fort Adams State Park
When:
September 28th
Cost:
Varies

It’s time to dust off your lederhosen!

The Fort Adams Trust and Ragged Island Brewing Co. are excited to announce the Newport Oktoberfest on Saturday, September 28th! Bavaria meets The Ocean State inside the walls of historic Fort Adams where attendees will be able to enjoy authentic German beer, wine, food, and live music.

This 21+ event will become an annual tradition and will serve as the largest annual fundraising event for the Fort Adams Trust, the non-profit organization tasked with maintaining this incredible structure.

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Rejects Oktoberfest

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Where:
Rejects Beer Co.
When:
October 5th & 6th
Cost:
Free Admission

Head to Middletown for another Reject's Oktoberfest.

What to expect: Free admission, live music, eats from BSide Food Truck, and of course, Rejects Beer Co. beer and Diego's Margaritas. Bring your kids for games and your BFF (Best Fur Friend) for a family fun fall weekend. 

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Rogue Island Comedy Festival

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Where:
Varies
When:
October 9th - 14th

Laugh your way through Columbus Day weekend at Rogue Island Comedy Festival, the area's bi-annual comedy festival featuring four days of comedy shows on Wednesday, October 9th - Monday, October 14th.

Shows will take place at four locations this season: Ragged Island Brewing Co.Jane Pickens Theater, Top of Pelham, Firehouse Theater and The Wayfinder.

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2024 Amica Newport Marathon + Half Marathon

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Where:
Begins at Easton's Beach
When:
Sunday, October 13th 2024

The Amica Newport Marathon was recently voted as having the "Best Half Marathon" and "Best Race Swag" in the Northeast by Competitor Magazine. The course is simply astounding: winding ocean-side roads, miles of waterfront views, and sweeping vistas of the grand mansions along Bellevue Avenue.

Amica Newport Marathon

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Broadway Street Fair

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Where:
Broadway, Newport (from Equality Park to Farewell Street)
When:
October 12th

The Broadway Street Fair is back, October 12th at 11:30 AM, until 4:00 PM from Equality Park to Marlborough Street and Long Wharf, and 8:00 PM from Marlborough Street to Washington Square.

This year's event will span across Broadway from Equality Park to Marlborough Street, Washington Square, and Long Wharf, filled with local artists, live music, food, and more. 

Broadway Street Fair

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Bowen's Wharf Seafood Festival

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Where:
Bowen's Wharf
When:
October 19 - 20, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Cost:
Free

Honoring the “Harvest of the Sea,” the Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival offers fresh, local seafood. Fish tacos, lobster rolls, stuffies, chowder, fried calamari, clams, oysters, signature cocktails and cold beer accompany continuous live music, and family fun, all beneath the Wharf’s colorful tents. As you savor some delectable dishes, relax and enjoy the beats from area musicians. Live folk, surf rock, Caribbean and blues music are just a taste of what you’ll hear.

Bowens Wharf Seafood Festival

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Citizens Bank Pell Bridge Run

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Where:
Claiborne Pell/Newport Bridge
When:
Sunday, October 20th

Once a year, pedestrians and runners are allowed to cross the Pell Bridge on foot during the Citizens Bank Pell Bridge Run. This year's race will take place on Sunday, October 20th, 2024. Open to both runners and walkers, the run is nearly a four-mile excursion from Jamestown to Newport produced by the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority.

One hundred percent of proceeds go to support local not-for-profit organizations while promoting a healthy, active lifestyle. 

Pell Bridge Run
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Night at the Mansion Halloween Haunt

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Where:
Linden Place
When:
Thursday, October 24th at 7:00 PM
Cost:
$70 per person, $65 for Linden Place members

With rumored tales of hauntings—hint hint: vampires may or may not be involved—it makes sense Linden Place hosts an annual event to share its lore.

Make your way to Bristol for Linden Place’s annual “Night at the Mansion Halloween Haunt”, returning on Thursday, October 24th for an evening of spooky fun. Enjoy a live magic show, have your tarot cards read, explore the mansion decorated with creepy creatures, a cash bar serving fabulous adult beverages, a costume contest and so much more. 

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Menagerie at the Mansion

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Where:
The Vanderbilt
When:
Friday, October 25th
Cost:
$295 per ticket

Step inside Newport’s most iconic mansion for an evening of mystery and intrigue this Halloween. Celebrate Fall’s most convivial holiday at The Vanderbilt with Menagerie at the Mansion, an ode to Lady Caroline Astor’s lavish New York City fêtes in the 1800s.

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Harvest Festival at Newport Vineyards

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Where:
Newport Vineyards
When:
October 26th & 27th
Cost:
$35 per person, $30 for Club Members*

A day full of grape stomping, pie eating, and wine tasting goodness. Enjoy live music while sipping cocktails and noshing on food from the vineyard's culinary team and local vendors. Sip, savor and toast to the season's’ crush at Newport Vineyard's 7th annual Harvest Festival.

Grape Stomping Newport Vineyards

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Cars + Coffee: Trunk or Treat

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Where:
Fort Adams State Park, 80 Fort Adams Drive
When:
Sunday, October 27th, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Make your way to Fort Adams State Park for this special Halloween edition of cars + coffee.

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Audrain Motor Week

 

Newport Restaurant Week

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Where:
Newport and Bristol Counties
When:
Friday, November 1st - Sunday, November 10th

Join us for another season of Newport Restaurant Week where area restaurants will offer an assortment of crave-worthy prix-fixe menus to choose from.

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