Each year since 1971, December 1 has marked the kick off of Christmas in Newport, a month-long celebration complete with festive events and happenings to honor the season and give back to charities throughout the community. Experience events for nearly each day throughout December as part of the celebration.
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Founded in 1971, Christmas in Newport began as a two-week festival that celebrated the non-commercial traditions of the holiday season. Today, it comprises 31 days of celebration hosted by residents, shopkeepers and local do-gooders who raise thousands of dollars to give back to charities throughout the community. Luckily for us, that means multiple activities for nearly each day of the December calendar.
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View AllHolidays at the Newport Mansions will be more spectacular than ever this year! Come see the festive decorations this season at The Breakers, Marble House & The Elms! A great Newport tradition continues with Holidays at the Newport Mansions! There’s nothing like seeing these…
Christmas at Blithewold is currently scheduled for November 27, 2024 – January 1, 2025. Come and enjoy the elaborate holiday decorations around every corner of Blithewold Mansion. Hours for the Mansion: November 27, 2024 – January 1, 2025. Monday & Tuesday: Closed…
Newport is sailing into the most wonderful time of the year with the Annual Newport Illuminated Boat Parade on Friday, November 29th, at 6:00 PM. Spectators can view the dazzling display of nautical holiday spirit from many points on the Newport waterfront as the decorated…
Whitehall Museum House, the prior home of the 18th-century philosopher, George Berkeley, is celebrating a colonial Christmas with Wassail, refreshment and music. This event is sponsored by The National Society of The Colonial Dames of America in The State of Rhode Island. The…
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We are pleased to present our 3rd annual European Christmas Marketplace. Stroll along the beautifully decorated Christmas huts and partake in the delectable fares found in European Christmas Marketplaces. Shop for that special gift at our large indoor venue featuring numerous…
On the first Saturday of December, we kick off the Holiday Season with the Grand Illumination - the lighting of the town Christmas Tree. It's a magical evening with entertainment, the arrival and Santa & Mrs. Claus, and momentous moment - lighting the tree.
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