April school vacation week is here and Newport and its surrounding coastal areas are the perfect places for family-friendly fun all week long. Head over to Norman Bird Sanctuary for self-guided scavenger hunt bingo, hop aboard a Daffodil Days scenic bay cruise, or make your way to Audubon Nature Center in Bristol for a week-long roster of hands-on activities. From museums and tours to special events, it's about to be the best spring break ever.

COVID-19 NOTE:

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.

Jul 5-Oct 30

Anything You Want: A Closer Look at Treasures from Newport's Gilded Age

May 27 — October 30, Rosecliff — Included with regular admission. *Rosecliff closed June 15-19 for…

Jul 5-Jul 31

Between the Sea Foam and Over the Sand

“Between the Sea Foam and Over the Sand” the July Show at DeBlois Gallery, July 2-31, 2022 Gallery…

Jul 5-Jul 14

Blue Sky Flooding

Blue Sky Flooding is an exhibition displaying work by artists who are expressing their concerns…

Jul 5-Jul 13

Celebration: A Bristol 4th of July!

On View in the Museum's Community Galleries at Rogers Free Library Join us in commemorating the…

Jul 5

Coastal Queen Presents Singer and Guitarist Milt Javery

Join us for an evening with folk and blues guitarist Milt Javery. Coastal Queen will take you on a…

Jul 5-Sep 5

Coastal Queen's Daily Cruises

Coastal Queen offers narrated tours of magnificent Newport Harbor and lower Narragansett Bay on its…

Jul 5-Aug 9

Family Night Concert Series

Live music comes with oceanfront views at Easton's Beach Family Night Concert Series every Tuesday…

Jul 5-Oct 31

Farmaesthetics Pop-Up at Sweet Berry Farm

The natural and sustainable beauty brand, Farmaesthetics, will be hosting a pop-up shop at Sweet…

Jul 5-Sep 4

Land Yachts - Cruising the Interstate Highways

Nowadays, car companies are focused on efficiency, as less material equals a lower cost to produce…

Jul 5-Jul 17

Newport Classical Music Festival

Save the dates! July 1st - 17th, 2022. Learn more about special benefits including program previews…

SPECIAL EVENTS

MINI GOLF AT THE LIBRARY

When: Tuesday, April 20 - Wednesday, April 21; 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Where: Newport Public Library
Ages: All

Families with children of all ages are invited to try out a library-themed mini-golf course held in the lower-level program room. Registration is required, call the Children's Desk at 401-847-8720 ext. 204.

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VIRTUAL ART STORYTIME

When: Wednesday, April 21; 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Where: Virtual Event
Ages: 2 - 4

Join Newport Public Library virtually for a special art storytime.

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SCHOOL VACATION WEEK AT COGGESHALL FARM MUSEUM

When: Thursday, April 22 - Sunday, April 25; 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where: Coggeshall Farm Museum

Celebrate the spring and nature during April School Vacation Week. Help prepare Coggeshall’s Kitchen Garden for the upcoming seasons by turning beds and planting onions, peas, and parsnips and take home your own “plant a seed” kit. Be sure to also check out textile demonstrations and meet the pigs and chickens.

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HOP INTO SPRING ACTIVITY BAGS

When: Monday, April 19 - Friday, April 23, while supplies last
Where: Tiverton Public Library
Ages: 3 - 10

Each kit contains a variety of fun paper activities, a treat, and a craft. No registration needed. Activity bags will be available in the children’s room April 19th - 23rd while supplies last.