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.

THE SCHEDULE

• June 24: Funky Submarine, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
  • Food Truck: Tolia, Matilda, Newport Sushi Co., Ben & Jerry’s 4:00 – 8:00 PM
• July 1: Mr Chubb, 6:00 – 8:30 PM 
  • Food Truck: Matilda’s, Seb’s Pizza, Teddi’s, JA Patty, Ben & Jerry’s 4:00 – 8:00 PM
• July 8: Little Lies, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
  • Food Truck: Tolia, South County BBQ, Brie & Honey, Sweet B’s Donuts 4:00 – 8:00 PM
• July 15: Clatta Bamboo & Roots Government, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
  • Food Truck: ​Tolia, Matilda’s, Farm to Sandwich, Rhode Rage, Sweet B’s 4:00 – 8:00 PM
• July 22: Playing Dead, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
  • Food Truck: South County BBQ, California Taco, Brie & Honey, Teddi’s, Sweet B’s Donuts 4:00 – 8:00 PM
• July 29: The DMB Project, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
  • Food Truck: Matilda’s, Teddi’s, Rhode Rage, Seb’s Pizza, Ben & Jerry’s 4:00 – 8:00 PM
• August 5: The Ravers, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
  • Food Truck: Tolia, South County BBQ, Sweet B’s Donuts 4:00 – 8:00 PM
• August 12: Pete Francis, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
  • Food Trucks: Tolia, Matilda’s, Little Fish, Brie & Honey, Sweet B’s 4:00 – 8:00
• August 19: Bird Stick Band, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
  • Food Trucks: Matilda’s, South County BBQ, Rhode Rage, Newport Sushi Co., Ben & Jerry’s 4:00 – 8:00 PM
• August 26: Petty Larceny, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
  • Food Trucks: Matilda’s, Little Fish, Cali Taco, Sweet B’s 4:00 – 8:00 PM

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The 2026 Newport Recreation summer concert series returns to Easton's Beach with a lineup of six interactive bands this summer. Festivities begin at 6:00 PM, parking is free after 4:00 PM on show nights!

THE SCHEDULE:

• July 7: Jesse Liam Band
• July 14: Soul Syndicate of RI
• July 21: Down City Band
• July 28: Bar Fly
• August 4: Country Wild Heart
• August 11: The Repercussions

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Make your way to Touro Park on Sunday evenings in June and July. Enjoy music from great regional bands in one of Newport’s historic parks.

THE SCHEDULE:

• June 7: The Rhode Island Wind Ensemble
• June 21: Navy Band Northeast Pops Ensemble
• July 12: The Lafayette Band
• July 19: The American Band

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Shops at Long Wharf Free Summer Concert Series are back! Join in for a summer of free concerts in downtown Newport.

THE SCHEDULE

• June 20: Jimi Blacksheep
• June 27: In Tandem
• July 4: Stu Krous
• July 5: Half Step Down
• July 11: One Dime Band
• July 18: Lava Lamp
• July 25: Jimi Blacksheep
• August 1: Nate Cozzolino and The Lost Hearts
• August 8: Friends with Benefit
• August 15: Y Not 3
• August 22: John & Joanne
• August 29: Black Lights
• September 5: Stu Krous
• September 12: Half Step Down
• September 19: Ilana Katz Katz
• September 26: One Dime Band
• October 3: Black Lights
• October 10: Stu Krous

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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Bristol Fourth of July Concert Series is back in Independence Park in downtown Bristol from June 21 - July 2, 2026.

THE SCHEDULE

• June 21: 7 Day Weekend
• June 22: Two Across | Amber Rose & The Renegades
• June 23: East Bay Summer Wind Ensemble | Heartland Band
• June 24: Bristol County Chorus | Beat Salad | Colby James & The Ramblers
• June 25: Jon Tyler Tro | Mr. Chubb
• June 26: Mt. Hope High School Showcase | The Back Burners | Eratoxica
• June 27: Navy Band Northeast Rhode Island Sound Popular Band | AK Cody & The Wicked Northmen
• June 28: Karaoke Competition Finals | Los Burros | Andre & The Giants
• June 29: Motion Avenue | Reload-Rock 'N' Roll Recharged
• June 30: Back in the Day
• July 1: 88th Army Band | David Tessier's All-Star Band
• July 2: Michelle Saylors Band | Timeless

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Introducing Live From the Loading Dock, a free family-friendly parkside concert series presented by the MLK Community Center on Wednesdays from 5:30 - 7:00 PM.

Performances will take place in the Pocket Park across from the Edward Street entrances to the MLK Community Center. In the event of inclement weather, the concerts will take place inside the Center. 

THE SCHEDULE:

• June 17: Your Favorite Color
• July 15: Chelly Knight and The Dope Things
• August 19: The Ravers
• September 16: Camelia Latin Dance Band

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Spend the afternoon at Greenvale Vineyards in Portsmouth for their signature live music series. 

THE SCHEDULE

• June 6: Brian James Quartet
  • Food Truck: Juicy Market & Newport Sushi Co.
• June 13: Myanna
  • Food Truck: Cousins Maine Lobster
• June 20: Celebrating the Life and Music of Dick Lupino 
  • An assortment of musicians recreate Dick's "Eclectic Nostalgia" album
• June 27: Dick Lupino Music presents live jazz
  • Featuring: Diamond Centofanti (sax), Gary Johnston (drums), Marty Ballou (bass), and Jack MaNamara (guitar)

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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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Summer Jam evenings are back!

Head to Sweet Berry Farm in Middletown every other Tuesday for live music from local musicians and enjoy the farm after hours.

RI Cruisin’ Cocktails will be on site with beverages, along with exclusive dinner offerings fresh from the kitchen. All guests must sign up through Eventbrite!

THE SCHEDULE:

• June 30: Bird Stick 
• July 14: The Naticks
• July 28: Group Therapy 
• August 11: Atticus Allen & Friends
• August 25: Princess June

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The Little Compton Summer Concert Series is an annual tradition to wrap up the end of the summer season. This year, expanded to include two additional shows in July!

Think: local talent performing on the beautiful patio for a fun night of live music and dancing.

THE SCHEDULE:

• July 15: RedFish
• July 29: 3-Legged Dog
• August 5: Berger Boys
• August 12: Spindle Rock River Rats
• August 19: Tangent
• August 26: Gary Farias

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Admire this magical site now through October with live music on the weekends, pop-up events, a new art exhibit area, and more happening beneath the colorful hues and a floating flower garden.

MAY

Saturday, May 23rd: Avi Jacob
Sunday, May 24th: Melo Green
Saturday, May 30th: Johnny Juxo and Autumn Francesca
Sunday, May 31st: Zan Berry

JUNE

Saturday, June 6th: Ron Valcourt- American Songbook Favorites
Sunday, June 7th: The Berger Boys - Father & Son Acoustic Duo
Saturday, June 13th: Beth Barron - Folk Singer
Sunday, June 14th: Peter Bortolotti - aka the Professor
Saturday, June 20th: Ilana Katz - Blues and Appalachian Fiddler
Sunday, June 21st: Johnny Juxo and Autumn Francesca
Saturday, June 27th: Allysen Callery - British Folk
Sunday, June 28th: Jason Valcourt - Soothing Acoustic Storyteller

JULY

Saturday, July 4th: Lainey Dionne
Sunday, July 5th: Jimi Blacksheep - Rock & Funk
Saturday, July 11th: Infusion Evolution
Saturday, July 18th: Space Cowboy Newt
Sunday, July 19th: Tony Silva - Rumba Flamenco Guitarist
Sunday, July 26th: Jimi Blacksheep - Rock & Funk

AUGUST

Saturday, August 8th: Jimi Blacksheep - Rock & Funk
Sunday, August 9th: Danny Draher - Master Blues & Jazz Guitarist
Sunday, August 16th: Luca Simeone -Acoustic/Singer - Songwriter
Saturday, August 22nd: Danny Draher - Master Blues & Jazz Guitarist
Sunday, August 23rd: Jimi Blacksheep - Rock & Funk

SEPTEMBER

Saturday, September 5th: Otis Read - Versatile and Timeless Musical Trailblazer
Sunday, September 6th: Jimi Blacksheep - Rock & Funk
Saturday, September 12th: Andi Flax
Sunday, September 13th: Lila Wilde

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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 low-key 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. 

THE SCHEDULE:

• July 7
• July 14
• July 21
• July 28
• August 4
• August 11
• ​August 18

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Experience an unforgettable summer of music at the Jazz Summer Concert Series on the Herreshoff Marine Museum waterfront. Performances happen every Thursday from July 13 to August 31. 

Presented by BankNewport.

THE SCHEDULE

• July 16
• July 30
• August 6
• August 20
• September 3

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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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Fact: Tuesday's and Sunday's just got better. Clear your schedule for the Newport Vineyards Summer Music Series, featuring live music by the vines!

Enjoy wine or beer tasting flights, a glass, bites, or dinner while you enjoy the tunes. The music will be outside, weather pending. 

THE SCHEDULE:

• Tuesday Tunes: 5:00 - 8:00 PM
• Sunday Music Series: 1:00 - 4:00 PM

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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! See the full schedule here.