Rise and shine, you’re in Newport! Start your day with an invigorating Morning Mimosa Sail aboard Adirondack II, an elegant, 80-foot, turn-of-the-century-style pilot schooner. Feel free to bring brunch to compliment perfectly poured mimosas.

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Enjoy a two-hour harbor cruise with 12 Meter Charters followed by dinner at Newport's iconic Clarke Cooke House. For a true taste of summer, opt for oysters on the half shell while enjoying CCH's harbor view.

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Rail Explorers offers a unique scenic ride along historic Aquidneck Island and Narragansett Bay on custom built pedal-powered vehicles. This eco-friendly business offers a 6-mile waterfront journey along existing railroad tracks.

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From classic flavors to funky experiments, your sugary, summery bliss starts right here. 

This open-air, harbor-side bar located next to 22 Bowen's serves seasonal cocktails and culinary noshes overlooking the harbor on Bowen's Wharf. Snag a seat at the bar or a stool by the water and enjoy the salt air.

Portside is open for the season weather permitting.

Located at the new Hammett's Hotel in downtown Newport, this freestyle Italian restaurant is the first solo venture from renowned Executive Chef and Rhode Island native Kevin O'Donnell. His original take on Italian dining comes complimented by a carefully crafted bar program offering a mix of classic and reinvented cocktails, beer from local breweries and a predominantly Italian wine list. As for the menu, think small but robust, with offerings including Ricotta Love Letters, Tagliolini and Corn Found on an Italian Street (AKA the only corn we want.) 

This seaside lawn spotted with Adirondack chairs overlooking the bay at Castle Hill Inn is a Newport icon. Offering panoramic seaside views, classic New England fare and warm-weather cocktails, you might find it hard to leave.

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The Lawn is currently open every Thursday through Monday from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM and 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM on Tuesday and Wednesdays, weather permitting. Seating is first-come first-serve. Note: There is a capacity limit that is often reached on weekends, so visitors are advised to have backup plans. Service for the chairs is walk-up only, and does not include food options – only beverages.

This dreamy outdoor patio at The Chanler overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and offers a robust menu of Mediterranean-inspired classic New England fare for lunch and dinner. Not to mention, a sunset-inspired palette, sculptural furniture, and soft flowing draped fabric panels commissioned from a local sail-maker set the stage for an ethereal experience.

The Cafe is open for the season weather permitting.

Savor a glass of champagne or a specialty cocktail with a classic Newport sunset and the harbor as your backdrop. Situated in the heart of downtown, you'll have gorgeous views of Newport's bustling neighborhoods and the iconic Newport bridge. And you are in luck because this gem opens for the season on Memorial Day weekend. 

The roof deck is open for the season weather permitting. 

Hotel Viking's rooftop lounge and bar offers a full menu complete with local and traditional cuisine alongside a full bar. Dine at tables, lounge on couches or sit along the newly expanded bar, all with unparalleled views of the neighborhood's tree-lined streets.

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Fire features, furniture, and a new menu await—all paired with those killer coastal sunset views.

Top of Newport is open for the season weather permitting.

Make your way through the open garage doors at Stoneacre Garden, past the collection of eccentric furnishings, and up to the rooftop bar overlooking America's Cup Avenue. Located in Swineburne Row, this extension of sister restaurant Stoneacre Brasserie features a cheerful yellow and red awning reminiscent of a circus tent from days gone by. Your whimsical al fresco experience comes adorned in lush greenery hung from the outdoor awning.

Situated on the harbor, Newport Marriott's Skiff Bar offers craft and local beers, specialty cocktails, savory appetizers, and signature wings and flatbreads. Enjoy seating at their outdoor bar terrace with a coastal inspired atmosphere to compliment your experience. 

A Newport classic, Midtown Oyster Bar is the area's largest working raw bar with two bars, two decks, a marble raw bar and oyster stout on draft. The atmosphere here is Colonial casual: high-ceilings, dim lighting and massive slabs of wood fixed above community tables.

The restaurant spans three floors, each with its own vibe and collection of nautical trinkets adorning the walls. The second and third floor are where you'll catch the restaurant's al fresco dining.

Located directly on the harbor, the Pavilion at Forty 1 North is a modern outdoor bar overlooking the iconic Newport Bridge. This upscale favorite offers a scenic locale to savor classic fare or lounge on area sofas and arm chairs. Soak in the sights while sipping a signature cocktail. 

The Pavilion Bar is open for the season weather permitting.

Located on the waterfront in downtown Newport, Brenton Hotel is one of Newport's newest hotels. Make your way to the rooftop for unobstructed views of Newport Harbor overlooking Perotti Park, alongside lush greenery and plush seating. 

The Boots on the Ground for Heroes Memorial will be displayed at Fort Adams in Newport over Memorial Day Weekend May 26th – 29th, 2023. Hours are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM, and Monday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Admission is free for all attendees.

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Laugh your way through Memorial Day weekend at Rogue Island Comedy Festival, the area's bi-annual comedy festival featuring four days of comedy shows on Thursday, May 25 - Sunday, May 29. Shows will take place at four locations this season: Ragged Island Brewing Co., Jane Pickens Theater, Firehouse Theater and Top Of Pelham.

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Head to Hotel Viking in Newport as they kick off the summer with a classic lobster boil. Guests will enjoy lobster, clams, chowder, corn on the cob, and all the iconic Lobster Boil fixins’! Select wines and beers for purchase, enjoy live entertainment, and bring the whole family for a kick-off to summer.

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Spend an evening with The "D” TRAIN Jazz Band on the Coastal Queen. Enjoy their big band sound as they play hits from Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Diana Krall, Lady Gaga and more while taking in the Jamestown and Newport Harbor sights and scenery. This spacious boat has a weatherproof main deck and a covered top deck with side curtains for cruising comfort. The cruise is 90-minutes, departs from 1 East Ferry Wharf in Jamestown at 6:00 PM and tickets are $48.

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Ca' del Bosco and The Chanler have come together for an enchanting collaboration showcasing Italian renaissance charm and seaside beauty.

A family of internationally renowned luxury sparkling wines from Erbusco, Franciacorta, and Annamaria Clementi Zanella are presented at The Chanler's lush meadow lawn with sweeping views of the Atlantic. Sit back and relax with a gourmet picnic box, or simply take your time sipping on the decadent wine selection.

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The members of VFW Post 406, Newport, invite the public to a special Memorial Day Ceremony to remember and honor Service Members from all branches of the US Military that have been lost at sea during peace and wartime. At 10:30 AM, Monday, May 29th the public is invited to gather at the water’s edge in Storer Park (located at the corner of Washington Street and the Goat Island Causeway) to remember all those lost at sea in the service of their country.

Following a Presentation of Colors, local leaders will reflect on those lost. Attendees will then cast flowers into Newport Harbor.

 

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