NIMFest and Friends of the Waterfront Summer Concert Series at King Park, takes place in the park gazebo on Wellington Avenue overlooking Newport Harbor. Pack a lawn chair and a blanket for high-energy live music performances throughout the summer, weather permitting.

NIMFEST SCHEDULE: EVERY SUNDAY FROM 3:00 - 6:00 PM

• July 5: Madison Curbelo w/ Atticus Allen
• July 12: Lazy Trail w/ Hey Rel
• July 19: Hawk in the Nest w/ Poppy in the Beet Patch
• July 26: Songwriter Showcase
• August 2: Seba Molnar w/ The John Monllos Trio
• August 9: The Coe Street Co-Op w/ Lily Rhodes
• August 16: Soul City
• August 23: Groove Merchants w/ Olivia Nied

FRIENDS OF THE WATERFRONT SCHEDULE: DATES & TIMES VARY

• June 26: James Montgomery
• July 11: TBD
• August 7: Elizabeth Beisel & Jazz Trio
• August 21: TBD
• ​September 5: Kevin Doyle

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Head to Ragged Island in Portsmouth starting June 24th on Wednesday nights from 6:00 – 8:30 PM for a free summer concert series. Not to mention, each concert will host a wonderful food truck and charity partner for each event as well.

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Each summer in Bristol, the award-winning gardens and grounds at Blithewold Manor serve as the stage for the Music at Sunset Concert Series where local artists gather each Wednesday from June through August for a variety of musical performances. 

Guests are encouraged to purchase food from the food truck on site, bring a picnic, and chairs/blankets to set up among Blithewold's 33 acres of gardens and grounds overlooking Narragansett Bay. 

THE SCHEDULE: 

JUNE

June 3

Band: Dred Buffalo
Genre: An energetic mix of retro and modern rock and roll.
Food Truck: Red’s Kitchen

June 10

Band: The DMB Project
Genre: A Dave Matthews Band tribute band. 
Food Truck: Seb’s Wood Fire Oven

June 17

Band: Turas
Genre: An eclectic mix of traditional and current Irish music. 
Food Truck: Gnarly Vines

​June 24

Band: Magnolia Cajun Band 
Genre: Traditional Cajun music.
Food Truck: Seb’s Wood Fire Oven

JULY

July 8

Band: Atwater-Donnelly Trio
Genre: A unique blend of traditional American folk music and dance.
Food Truck: Seb’s Wood Fire Oven

July 15

Band: Bar Fly
Genre: A local Newport cover band with a diverse set list. 
Food Truck: Seb’s Wood Fire Oven

July 22

Band: Bay Swing
Genre: Traditional swing, jazz, bossa nova, and the blues.
Food Truck: Seb’s Wood Fire Oven

​July 29

Band: Sunshine Melodies
Genre: Reggae music.
Food Truck: Seb’s Wood Fire Oven

AUGUST

August 5

Band: Ashley Wineland
Genre: Country music with a Cowboy twist.
Food Truck: Red's Kitchen

August 12

Band: Joe Parillo and the New Ensemble
Genre: Lively jazz ensemble.
Food Truck: Seb’s Wood Fire Oven

August 19

Band: Colby James & the Ramblers
Genre: Original rock and roll music that fuses rock, blues, and country styles.
Food Truck: Gnarly Vines

August 26

Band: Steve Smith and the Nakeds
Genre: Ten-piece band delivers rhythm and blues.
Food Truck: Seb’s Wood Fire Oven

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Enjoy a night of entertainment at Warren’s iconic Band Shell.

Pack a blanket and chairs and settle in on the lawn at Burr's Hill Park for live performances from some of the area’s most talented artists and bands. Concerts are July 6 through August 24 from 5:30 - 8:30 PM.

Presented by the Warren Parks and Recreation Department. Leashed dogs welcome.

THE SCHEDULE:

• July 12: Back in the Day  (80's Tribute)
• July 19: Steve Anthony & Persuasion (Classic Rock, Top 40, Oldies)
• July 26: Patterson Smith Trio + East Bay Wind Ensemble (Classical)
• August 2: Heart & Sole + Broken Roses (Country)
• August 9: Rude Boys (Reggae)
• August 16: Steppin' Out (R&B)
• ​August 23: Crushed Velvet (70's Rock)
• ​​August 30: Down City Band (Dance Party Hits)

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Music by the water—name a better combo. Live tunes every Sunday in July and August in Latham Park in Barrington, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM.

THE SCHEDULE:

• July 4: Food & Music Festival & Community Reading of the Declaration of Independence 
• July 5: Brass Attack
• July 12: Country Wild Heart 
• July 19: Catching Blue
• July 26: Serendipity
• August 2: Hip Ship
• August 9: Rory & The Blues Hounds
• August 16: Town Hall Concert & Field Day

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Pack your blankets (or chairs) and head to the Bulgarmarsh Recreational Area in Tiverton for the free family friendly summer concert series. Please note that dogs (other than service) are not allowed.

THE SCHEDULE:

• June 19: The Ravers
• June 26: The Digg It Band
• July 10: Whiskey Rhode
• July 17: Princess June Band
• July 24: Earl Knightwood Band
• July 31: Neal Vitullo
• August 7: The New Providence Big Band
• August 14: Gary Faria

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Think: A sunset music series at the idyllic Fogland Beach in Tiverton with steel drums and food trucks. Parking is limited, please arrive early to secure your spot.

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Experience an unforgettable summer of music at the Jazz Summer Concert Series on the Herreshoff Marine Museum waterfront.

BYOB/F: Bring Your Own Booze or Food. Caterers will be selling food at all shows.

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Head to Fort Adams, because Music at the Fort is Back! Enjoy an evening of live music from local talent while watching the sunset.

Bring your beach chair and blanket and come enjoy an evening at Fort Adams! Attendance is free, but a $25 suggested donation per person is encouraged.

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Soak up the sounds of summer with live music on the lawn at Sunset Cove every weekend!  Grab your friends, bring a chair, and come enjoy the music by the cove!

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