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Discover Newport is the non-profit organization dedicated to promoting of the City of Newport and its eight surrounding coastal communities. We speak in seasides and sunsets.
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Live outdoor music and summer go hand-in-hand, especially on The Classic Coast where waterfront parks and historic gardens set the stage for open-air performances. As live events make their great comeback, many of the area's most popular outdoor concert series return. The 2021 lineup is vast and includes family-friendly concerts and children's nights with an array of genres like jazz, folk, blues, house music and more.
Read on for a list of summer concerts throughout the area.
When you're ready, we can't wait to welcome you back to The Classic Coast. Rest assured, the safety and well-being of both visitors and locals remains our top priority. The mask mandate requiring face coverings in Rhode Island has been lifted, however local businesses may ask you to wear a mask when visiting their establishments. Please be prepared for individual business mask policies. Additionally, shops, attractions and tours are monitoring the number of guests at any given time and may ask you to socially distance to enter.
All we ask when you land on these shores is that you play your part in keeping everyone safe. Please be kind, adhere to guidelines and maintain social distancing.
NIMFest at King Park, now in its 14th year, 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 every Sunday from 3:00 - 6:00 PM through August 29.
Presented by the City of Newport, all concerts are free of charge. Leashed pets welcome.
Redwood Library's summer concert series features local musicians in a variety of genres performing on the library's 19' Windsor rocking chair. All the events are free and open to the public.
Sponsored by the Jarzombek Family: Mark Jarzombek and Michelle Drum.
Live music comes with oceanfront views at Easton's Beach Family Night Concert Series every Tuesday starting July 6 through August 10. All shows begin at 6:00 PM.
Interactive live bands, magicians and story tellers complete your child's experience at Easton's Beach Children's Night Series every Thursday through August 12. Festivities begin at 6:00 PM
The Waterfront Concert Series returns to King Park this year for live performances under the gazebo. Pack a blanket or a picnic chair to enjoy a variety of genres including blues, folk, Irish folk and more. Presented by Friends of the Waterfront with a gift from the Isham Family Fund, concerts take place on Fridays from 5:00 - 7:00 PM, with the last concert of the series on Saturday, September 4 from 3:o00 - 6:00 PM.
Leashed pets welcome.
Make your way to East Ferry Memorial Square in Jamestown for free evening music overlooking Narragansett Bay. Concerts are held on Sundays from 6:30 - 8:00 PM through August 15, and 6:00 - 7:30 PM through August 29.
The Summer Outdoor Concert Series unites two Aquidneck Island nonprofit organizations for a diverse lineup of outdoor performances at the Norman Bird Sanctuary. Celebrating Common Fence Music’s commitment to preserving folk music traditions, these concerts provide an opportunity to enjoy time outside in nature while listening to live music
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The gardens at historic Linden Place set the stage for a summer lineup of musicians on select Tuesdays through September 7. A family-friendly event, performances will feature a variety of local-based bands and a mix of musical genres including jazz, classic rock, country, R&B, bluegrass, and more. Bring your own blanket, lawn chairs and picnic basket for a relaxed evening of live music. Concerts begin at 7:00 PM.
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Each summer in Bristol, the award-winning gardens and grounds at Blithewold Mansion serve as the stage for the Music at Sunset Concert Series where local artists gather each Wednesday for a variety of musical performances.
Guests are encouraged to bring a picnic and chairs/blankets to set up among Blithewold's 33 acres of gardens and grounds overlooking Narragansett Bay.
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 Sundays through September 5 at 5:00 PM.
Presented by the Warren Parks and Recreation Department. Leashed dogs welcome.
Head Fort Adams for one night of Music at the Fort, featuring a live performance from The Ravers. Performance scheduled for 6:00 - 9:00 PM. More Details TBA.
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Discover Newport is the non-profit organization dedicated to promoting of the City of Newport and its eight surrounding coastal communities. We speak in seasides and sunsets.