Live outdoor music and summer go hand-in-hand, especially on The Classic Coast where waterfront parks and historic venues set the stage for open-air performances.

The 2025 lineup is vast and includes family-friendly concerts and children's nights with an array of genres like jazz, folk, blues, house music and so much more. 

Read on for a list of summer concerts throughout the area—come back as more are announced and added throughout the season. 

Outdoor Concerts In + Around Newport

Sounds like live—outdoor—music to our ears. 

Where:
KING PARK, NEWPORT
When:
Sundays from July 7th through August 25, 3:00 - 6:00 PM
Cost:
Free and open to the public

NIMFest 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 every Sunday from July 6th through August 24,  3:00 - 6:00 PM, weather permitting. 

Presented by The Hamilton Family Foundation and the City of Newport, produced and promoted by New England Music Organization (NEMO) and North End Entertainment. All concerts are free of charge. Leashed pets welcome.

 

THE SCHEDULE:
  • July 6: Princess June with Newport Classical Festival Artists
  • July 13: Jill McCracken with Indira
  • July 20: Hawk in the Nest with Adeline Um
  • July 27: Polly Bessette, Breachway, and Space Cowboy Newt
  • August 3: John McKenna with Bill Killian
  • August 10: Diane Blue with Meera Raphael
  • August 17: The Down City Band
  • August 24: Guess Method with Helena Rose

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Newport Live Summer Series

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Where:
Norman Bird Sanctuary & Greenvale Vineyards
When:
See schedule below
Cost:
$35 (plus processing fee)

Celebrate Newport Live's (formerly known as Common Fence Music) commitment to preserving folk music traditions with their outdoor music series at Norman Bird Sanctuary and (new this year) Greenvale Vineyards

These 4 concerts provide an opportunity to enjoy time outside, in nature, while listening to live music. What is better than that?

 

THE SCHEDULE:
  • June 20: Laura Cantrell at Norman Bird Sanctuary
  • July 11: John Gorka at Greenvale Vineyards
  • July 18: Jeffrey Foucault at Norman Bird Sanctuary
  • August 29: Leslie Mendelson at Norman Bird Sanctuary

 

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Newport Craft Summer Series 2025

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Where:
Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Company
When:
See schedule below
Cost:
Varies

Newport Craft is making history with their first-ever Summer Series!

Enjoy live music on the lawn where Bob Dylan went electric in 1965 - now home to a brand-new stage, craft drinks, big acts, and plenty of room to celebrate all summer long.

 

THE SCHEDULE:

JUNE

  • Sunday, June 8: Graham Hempstead, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
  • Friday, June 13: Rubix Kube - Headliner 
  • Saturday, June 14: Z Boys - Headliner 
  • Sunday, June 15: Mark Flynn, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
  • Saturday, June 21: Mark Flynn, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
  • Sunday, June 22: Laurie Berkner, 3:00 - 6:30 PM 
  • Sunday, June 29: The Groove Merchants, 1:00 - 4:00 PM 

JULY

  • Wednesday, July 9th
  • Saturday, July 12th: Jay Leno Charity Event 
  • Sunday, July 13: Mark Flynn, 1:00 - 4:00 PM plus Farmers Market from 12:00 - 4:00 PM
  • Sunday, July 20: The Groove Merchants, 1:00 -4:00 PM
  • Sunday, July 27: Mark Flynn, 1:00 - 4:00 PM

AUGUST

  • Sunday, August 3: Jimmy & Matt Duo, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
  • Sunday, August 10: The Groove Merchants, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
  • Sunday, August 10: Jimmy & Matt Duo, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
  • Sunday,. August 17: Famers Market, 12:00 - 4:00 PM
  • Sunday, August 24: The Groove Merchants, 1:00 - 4:00 PM

SEPTEMBER

  • Saturday, September 6: Newport Classical, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
  • Saturday, September 6: Bright Lights - Headliner 
  • Sunday, September 14: Lobster Fest, 2:00 - 8:00 PM
  • Sunday, September 14: Farmers Market, 12:00 - 4:00 PM

 

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Bristol Fourth Concert Series

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Where:
Roger Williams University, Bristol
When:
See schedule below

Bristol Fourth of July Concert Series at Roger Williams University in Bristol from June 21 - July 2, 2025.

THE SCHEDULE:

Saturday, June 21st

  • 6:30 PM: Kate and The Mongrels
  • 8:00 PM: Crushed Velvet

Sunday, June 22nd

  • 5:00 PM: Houston Bernard
  • 6:30 PM: Heartland Radio
  • 8:00 PM: 21 Guns

Monday, June 23rd

  • 6:30 PM: East Bay Summer Wind Ensemble
  • 8:00 PM: Jack Tar Brass Band

Tuesday, June 24th

  • 5:45 PM: Bristol County Chorus
  • 6:30 PM: Beat Salad
  • 8:00 PM: Mr. Chubb

Wednesday, June 25th

  • 6:30 PM: Andre Arsenault
  • 8:00 PM: Steppin' Out Feat. New Image 

Thursday, June 26th

  • 6:30 PM: Whiskey Saints
  • 8:00 PM: Best of Foo 

Friday, June 27th

  • 7:00 PM: 7 Day Weekend 

Saturday, June 28th

  • 6:30 PM: Playing Mantis
  • 8:00 PM: Full Tilt

Sunday, June 29th

  • 7:00 PM: Changes In Latitude

Monday, June 30th

  • 5:45 PM: Hope High School Pop-up
  • 6:30 PM: RUSTY
  • 8:00 PM: The Complaints

Tuesday, July 1st

  • 6:30 PM: 88th Army Band
  • 8:00 PM: Timeless

Wednesday, July 2nd

  • 6:00 PM: Back in the Day

 

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Blithewold Mansion's Music at Sunset

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Where:
Blithewold Mansion
When:
Every Wednesday from June through September. Parking and check-in opens at 5:00 PM.
Cost:
Adult Member: $14, Adult Non-Member: $18, Child (5 to 17): $6

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 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 4: Little Lies
  • June 11: Magnolia Cajun Band 
  • June 18: Joe Parillo Jazz Combo 
  • June 25: Turas – Irish and Celtic music 

JULY

  • July 9: Dred Buffalo
  • July 16: Sunshine Melodies – Steelpan Reggae
  • July 23: Atwater-Donnelly Trio
  • ​July 30: Failte – Irish and Celtic music

AUGUST

  • August 6: Sweet Wednesday
  • August 13: Bay Swing 
  • August 20: Colby James & the Ramblers 
  • August 27: The DMB Project

 

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Music at Sunset Blithewold Manor

 

Warren Summer Concerts

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Where:
Burr's Hill Park Band Shell
When:
Every Sunday from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Cost:
Free and open to the public

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 6: Back in the Day  (80's Tribute)
  • July 13: Rude Boys   (Reggae)
  • July 20: Steppin' Out  (R&B)
  • July 27: East Bay Wind Ensemble  (Classical)
  • August 3: Steve Anthony & Persuasion  (Classic Rock, Top 40, Oldies)
  • August 10: Goat Ropers (Country)
  • August 17: The Catnip Junkies  (New Orleans Jazz & Swing)
  • August 24: Crushed Velvet  (70's Rock)

 

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Barrington Summer Concert Series

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Where:
Latham Park, Barrington
When:
Sundays in July & August from 6:00 to 7:30 PM
Cost:
FREE

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 6: Whiskey Nights Band
  • July 13: Violin River
  • July 20: Sound of Newport Jazz
  • July 27: By George!
  • August 3: Roger Ceresi All Starz
  • August 10: Brass Attack
  • August 17: Serendipity
  • August 24: Graystone Rail

 

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Tiverton Summer Concert Lineup

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Where:
Bulgarmarsh Recreational Area, Tiverton
When:
June 20 - August 15 / 6:30 - 8:30 PM

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.

Full lineup TBA.

 

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Fogland Beach Sunset Series

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Where:
Fogland Beach, Tiverton
When:
June 24, July 8, July 15, July 22, August 5, August 12, and August 19, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM

New this year, a sunset music series is coming to the idyllic Fogland Beach in Tiverton. Parking is limited.

Full lineup TBA.

 

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Touro Park Summer Concert Series

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Where:
Touro Park, Newport
When:
Starting Sunday, June 8, 2025

Join Historic Music of Newport for the Touro Park Summer Concert Series, kicking off on Sunday, June 8th at 5:00 PM, with a performance by Rhode Island Wind Ensemble

Full lineup TBA.

 

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50th Anniversary Music Series at Sakonnet Vineyard

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Where:
Sakonnet Vineyard, Little Compton
When:
See Schedule Below

Celebrating 50 years of Sakonnet Vineyard, and what better way to celebrate than with a live music series. Sip some vino, snack on some tasty food and celebrate 50 years of New England's Oldest Vineyard! 

 

THE SCHEDULE: 
  • Saturday, July 5th: Avi Jacob
  • Saturday, July 12th: Dave Alves
  • Saturday, July 19th: Michelle Saylors
  • Saturday, July 26th: Backwards Hats
  • Saturday, August 2nd: Allysen Callery
  • Saturday, August 9th: Stefan Couture
  • Saturday, August 16th: Purple Honey
  • Saturday, August 23rd: Frank Foot
  • Saturday, September 13th: Mary McAvoy
  • Saturday, September 27th: Purple Honey

 

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LC350 Summer Sunset Concert Series

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Where:
Sakonnet Vineyard, Little Compton
When:
See Schedule Below

Little Compton is celebrating its 350th Anniversary in 2025.

Make your way to Sakonnet Vineyard to celebrate with an outdoor sunset music series. Bring chairs or blankets, and enjoy food and beverages for purchase. Free and open to the public. 

 

THE SCHEDULE: 
  • Wednesday, July 9th: Hurricane with Dorothy Hodge
  • Wednesday, July 23rd: Three Tall Pines
  • Wednesday, July 30th: Gary Farias

 

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