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 2023 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, and come back as more are announced and added throughout the season.
Outdoor Concerts In + Around Newport
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- Family Night Concert Series at Easton's Beach
- Sundays at East Ferry Memorial Square
- Norman Bird Sanctuary Summer Outdoor Concert Series
- Shops at Long Wharf Free Summer Concert Series
- Bristol Fourth Concert Series
- Blithewold Mansion's Music at Sunset
- Warren Summer Concerts
- Jazz Series at Herreshoff Marine Museum
- Music at the Fort
- NIMFest
- Newport Vineyards Music Series
- Waterfront Concerts at King Park
- Live Music at Umbrella Sky Newport
- Music In The Park
Family Night Concert Series at Easton's Beach
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- Easton's Beach
- When:
- Every Tuesday and Thursday at 6:00 PM
- Cost:
- Free and open to the public
Interactive live bands, magicians and story tellers complete your child's experience at the Family Night Concert Series at Easton's Beach on select Tuesdays and Thursdays this summer. Festivities begin at 6:00 PM, parking is free after 4:00 PM on show nights!
THE SCHEDULE:
- July 11: Nickel Jukebox
- July 18: Country Wild Heart
- July 25: Bar Fly (Sponsored by A Friend of Newport Recreation—in honor of Barry Botelho)
- August 1: Dynamite Rhythm
- August 8: Down City Band (Sponsored in memory of Ralph and Jim Gizzi)
Children's Nights
- July 6: Johnny The K (Singer)
- July 13: Toe Jam Puppet Band
- July 20: Keith Munslow (Storyteller)
- July 27: Tommy James (Magician)
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Sundays at East Ferry Memorial Square
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- East Ferry Memorial Square, Jamestown
- When:
- Sunday from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
- Cost:
- Free and open to the public
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 from July 9th through August 20th, and 6:00 - 7:30 PM on August 27th.
THE SCHEDULE
- July 9: The Greg Sherrod Band
- July 16: Steamy Windows
- July 23: Howlin Rhodes
- July 30: Cee Cee and the Riders
- August 6: Catnip Junkies
- August 13: Bowling Shoes
- August 20: Greg Abate
- August 27: The Jamestown Community Band
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Norman Bird Sanctuary Summer Outdoor Concert Series
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- Norman Bird Sanctuary
- When:
- See schedule below
- Cost:
- $35 (plus processing fee)
The Summer Outdoor Concert Series unites two Aquidneck Island nonprofit organizations for a diverse lineup of outdoor performances at the Norman Bird Sanctuary. Celebrating Newport Live's (formerly known as Common Fence Music) commitment to preserving folk music traditions, these concerts provide an opportunity to enjoy time outside in nature while listening to live music.
THE SCHEDULE
- June 16: McCoy Mrubata Quartet
- July 21: The Suitcase Junket
- August 4: Sarah Borges Band
- August 31: John Gorka
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Shops at Long Wharf Free Summer Concert Series
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- Shops at Long Wharf Mall
- When:
- See schedule below
- Cost:
- Free
Shops at Long Wharf Free Summer Concert Series are back! Please join us again this season for a summer of free concerts in Downtown Newport.
THE SCHEDULE
- May 27: In Tandem
- June 3: Llana Katz Katz
- June 10: Half Step Down
- June 17: John and Joanne
- June 24: Y not 3
- July 1: Stu Krous
- July 8: Black Lights
- July 15: Lava Lamp
- July 22: Half Step Down
- July 29: Llana Katz Katz
- August 5: In Tandem
- August 12: Friends with Benefits
- August 19: Cee Cee and the Riders
- August 26: Y not 3
- September 2: Half Step Down
- September 9: Black Lights
- September 16: John and Joanne
- September 23: Stu Krous
- September 30: Lava Lamp
- October 7: Cee Cee and the Riders
More Details To Follow
Bristol Fourth Concert Series
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- Independence Park, Bristol
- When:
- See schedule below
Bristol Fourth of July Concert Series in Independence Park, Bristol from June 20 - July 2, 2023
Official Lineup
- Tuesday, June 20, 2023
- 7:00pm - 88th Army Band
- Wednesday, June 21, 2023
- 6:30pm - East Bay Wind Ensemble
- 7:45pm - Sentimental Fools
- Thursday, June 22, 2023
- 6:30pm - Keats and Company
- 7:45pm - Colby James and the Ramblers
- Friday, June 23, 2023
- 7:00pm - 7 Day Weekend
- Saturday, June 24, 2023
- 6:30pm - Kate & the Mongrels
- 7:45pm - Loose Screws
- Sunday, June 25, 2023
- 7:00pm - Changes in Latitude
- Monday, June 26, 2023
- 6:30pm - Gerry Grimo East Bay Jazz
- 7:45pm - Eric Bloom Band
- Tuesday, June 27, 2023
- 6:30pm - Patterson Smith Trio
- 7:45pm - Merchants of Cool
- Wednesday, June 28, 2023
- 6:30pm - Alex Jackson
- 7:45pm - Bullet Proof
- Thursday, June 29, 2023
- 6:30pm - Rusty
- 7:45pm - DMB Project
- Friday, June 30, 2023
- 6:30pm - Jon Tyler
- 7:45pm - Downcity Band
- Saturday, July 1, 2023
- 7:00pm - Back In The Day
- Sunday, July 2, 2023
- 6:30pm - Liz Spencer Group
- 7:45pm - David Clark's "All About Joel"
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Blithewold Mansion's Music at Sunset
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- Blithewold Mansion
- When:
- Every Wednesday from June through September. Parking and check-in opens at 5:00 PM.
- Cost:
- 4 Passenger car: Member $45, Non-Member $60 | 2 Passenger car: Member $25, Non-Member $30
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.
THE SCHEDULE
Performances take place each Wednesday from June through September. Parking and check-in opens at 5:00 PM.
JUNE: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
- June 7: Panoramic View (More about the band)
- June 14: The DMB Project (More about the band)
- June 21: Atwater-Donnelly Trio (More about the band)
- June 28: Bay Swing (More about the band)
JULY: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
- July 12: The Ravers (More about the band)
- July 19: Colby James & The Ramblers (More about the band)
- July 26: Turas – Irish and Celtic music (More about the band)
AUGUST: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
- August 2: The Whelks (More about the band)
- August 9: The Cajun Hobos (More about the band)
- August 16: Cold Chocolate (More about the band)
- August 23: Colby James & The Ramblers (More about the band)
- August 30: The Sunshine Melodies (More about the band)
SEPTEMBER: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
- September 6: The Oh Nos: Beatles tribute band (More about the band)
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Warren Summer Concerts
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- BURR’S HILL PARK BAND SHELL
- When:
- Every Sunday from 5:00 PM to 8:00 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 Sundays through August 27 at 5:00 PM.
Presented by the Warren Parks and Recreation Department. Leashed dogs welcome.
THE SCHEDULE:
- July 9: Merchants of Cool—Foreigner Tribute
- July 16: The POGS—90's Tribute
- July 23: Detroit Breakdown—Classic Rock
- July 30: Eastbay Wind Ensemble—Classical
- August 6: Back in the Day—80's Tribute
- August 13: Run For Cover—High Energy Dance Band
- August 20: Steppin' Out Feat. New Image—R&B
- August 27: Country Wild Heart—Country
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Jazz Series at Herreshoff Marine Museum
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- Herreshoff Marine Museum Waterfront
- When:
- Weekly on Thursdays from July 13 to August 31, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Cost:
- Members: $25, Non Members: $35, Full Series Pass: $150 (Members Only)
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.
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Music at the Fort
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- Fort Adams State Park
- When:
- Various Dates Throughout The Summer
Head to Fort Adams, because Music at the Fort is Back! Enjoy an evening of free music at Fort Adams while watching the sunset. Food and drink vendors on site. Bring your beach chair and blanket and come enjoy an evening at Fort Adams!
THE SCHEDULE:
- June 28th - The Ravers
- August 23rd - Those Guys
- August 30th - Mr. Chubb
- September 6th – The Ravers
- October 1st – BELLY
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NIMFest
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- King Park, Newport
- When:
- Various Dates Throughout The Summer
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 3:00 - 6:00 PM through August 27.
Presented by the City of Newport, all concerts are free of charge. Leashed pets welcome.
THE SCHEDULE:
- July 9: Down City Band
- July 16: Chelley Knight & The Dope Things, Judy N'Deez Guys
- July 23: Eddy's Shoe, CC Louise & Friends
- July 30: Ryan Lee Crosby, Mel & The Unruly Roots
- August 6: Fave, Mechante Et Le Connard
- August 13: Larry Brown, Swinglane Orchestra
- August 20: Diane Blue & The All-Star Band & Ilana Katz Katz
- August 27: The Firehouse Band
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Newport Vineyards Music Series
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- Newport Vineyards
- When:
- Wednesdays from 5:00 - 8:00 PM, Sundays from 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Head to Newport Vineyards this summer for 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:
- Sunday, June 25: Dan Greaves
- Wednesday, June 28: “Jimmy & Matt Live”
- Sunday, July 2: Alexus Lee
- Wednesday, July 5: So Lucky DMB Tribute
- Sunday, July 9: no music
- Wednesday, July 12: Greg Loftus
- Sunday, July 16: TBA
- Wednesday, July 19: The TeleDynes
- Sunday, July 23: J-Krak & Cairo
- Wednesday, July 26: Katy Guillen & The Drive
- Wednesday, August 2: Kim Moberg
- Wednesday, August 9: La Méchante et le Connard
- Wednesday, August 16: The Naticks
- Wednesday, August 23: TBA
- Wednesday, August 30: Lady Anemoia Duo
Sunday music will continue until Labor Day. Following lineup TBA.
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Waterfront Concerts at King Park
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- King Park, Newport
- When:
- July 21, August 11, and September 2
Waterfront Concerts at King Park presents outdoor concerts free and open to the public select days at the harbor gazebo, with lawn seating. Weather permitting.
THE SCHEDULE:
- Friday, July 21: Blues Masters - James Montgomery Blues Band
- Friday, August 11: Great Gumbo - The Catnip Junkies and YNot3
- Saturday, Sept 2: Irish Music - Kevin Doyle’s Roscommon Soles and Rhode to Dublin
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Live Music at Umbrella Sky Newport
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- Umbrella Sky Newport, Brick Market Place
- When:
- Various Dates this Summer
Picture this: colorful umbrellas overhead, live music radiating the street, small shops and unique art. Enjoy a variety of pop-up live music performances this summer under the unique art exhibit, Umbrella Sky Newport.
THE SCHEDULE:
- Sunday, July 16: Greggy Good
- Saturday, July 22: Official Grand Opening — Providence Drum Troupe
- Saturday, July 29: Beth Barron
- Sunday, August 13: Virginia James Music
- Sunday, August 27: Mark Cutler
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Music In The Park
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- Umbrella Sky Newport, Brick Market Place
- When:
- Various Dates this Summer
Make your way to Paradise Valley Park in Middletown on Mondays in July for an evening of free concerts. Expect: live free music, lawn games and food vendors available for purchase. Please carry out all you carry in.
THE SCHEDULE:
- Monday, July 17: Atwater/Donnelly Trio (American folk) and the Cluck Truck & Wiener Wagon
- Monday, July 24: Evan Brum (Rock) and La Costa Lobster & Taco Truck and Wally's Hot Dog Cart
- Monday, July 31: Alexus Lee (Soul) and A Mano Pizza & Wally's Hot Dog Cart
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