- Holidays at The Newport Mansions
- Sparkling Lights at The Breakers
- Christmas at Blithewold Manor
- Christmas in Newport
- Annual Bowen's Wharf Christmas Tree Lighting
- Holiday Lantern Walking Tour
- Newport Nutcracker
- A Rough Point Holiday
- Where to See Santa
- Bristol's Tree Lighting + Grand Illumination
- Bristol Christmas Festival: European Marketplace
- Holiday Bright Night in Tiverton
- Bristol Santa House
- Jamestown Village Holiday Stroll
- Christmas in Newport at The Colony House
- Meet & Greet Cruise with Santa
- Holiday Strolls, Markets, Sip & Shops
- Tree Lightings
- Hot Chocolate Bar at The Chanler
- Annual Doorway Decorating Contest
- Christmas & New Years
- Christmas Open House at Glen Manor House
Holidays at The Newport Mansions
Back to Top of ListWander the mansions, The Breakers, Marble House, Chateau-sur-Mer and The Elms bedecked in ornamented evergreens, Christmas trees that reflect the rooms they occupy, wreaths, fresh flowers, dining tables set with period silver and china, decorations on all mantelpieces and many more festive touches.
Please note: All houses closed Thanksgiving Day, November 28 and Christmas Day, December 25. Houses close early on December 24 at 2:00 PM.
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Sparkling Lights at The Breakers
Back to Top of ListAn outdoor magical wonderland.
For the sixth year, the exterior of The Breakers and its landscape will be awash in thousands of festive colored lights illuminating the grounds' paths and trees. The gardens will be decorated in different themes as holiday music fills the air.
Walk through a dazzling 50-foot-long tunnel of light, see illuminated snowmen, reindeer and many more sparkling surprises. Afterwards, don't forget to make your way to the Children’s Cottage outlined in lights to take a peek through the windows at Santa’s Workshop.
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Christmas at Blithewold Manor
Back to Top of ListEach year, Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum transforms into a sparkling display of Christmas magic to celebrate the season. Wander the elaborately decorated rooms and enjoy a glimpse into the family's Christmas and New Years traditions. (Closed December 24th and 25th)
Don't Miss: Stroll the grounds at night to catch Blithewold's newest holiday display, Night Magic! Explore the beautifully lit gardens and grounds with custom light displays, handmade bamboo ornaments, “selfie” photo opportunities, and a scavenger hunt with clues hidden throughout. Finish the night around cozy fires, s'mores kits, seasonal music, hot drinks, and so much more!
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Christmas in Newport
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Annual Bowen's Wharf Christmas Tree Lighting
Back to Top of ListMake your way to Bowen's Wharf for an enchanting day of caroling, holiday shopping, and family fun on Saturday, December 6 for the 55th Annual Bowen's Wharf Christmas Tree Lighting.
Festivities begin at 12:30 with a visit from Santa, followed by an afternoon of live music and a carol sing-along. At 6:00 PM, head to the center of the wharf to watch as the mayor of Newport lights the tree, followed by the cheerful arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus by boat, weather permitting.
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Holiday Lantern Walking Tour
Back to Top of ListNewport Nutcracker
Back to Top of ListNewport Contemporary Ballet invites you to enjoy their Rhode Island ballet tradition, A Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff.
Follow the young protagonist through the rooms of Rosecliff mansion as she celebrates the holiday season with her family, battles with the Mouse King, dances with the Snow Queen, and travels with her beloved Nutcracker to the magical Land of Sweets.
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A Rough Point Holiday
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Back to Top of ListYou can catch Santa all around The Classic Coast as we near Christmas.
From brunch buffets and tree lightings to sing-a-longs and even some photo shoots for your fur children, here's where you can catch Saint Nick before Christmas arrives.
- Santa Magic at Long Wharf
- Bristol Santa House
- Warren Holiday Festival
- Annual Bowen's Wharf Christmas Tree Lighting
- Bristol's Tree Lighting + Grand Illumination
- Bristol Christmas Festival: European Marketplace
- Christmas Open House at Glen Manor House
- Sing-Along with Santa
- Brunch With Santa
- A Visit With Santa
- Pictures With Santa Paws
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Bristol's Tree Lighting + Grand Illumination
Back to Top of ListBristol Christmas Festival: European Marketplace
Back to Top of ListA European-style Christmas market in downtown Bristol makes its return December 6th and 7th.
This two-day festival will feature rustic huts, festival foods like holiday pastries, wine, and pretzels, live music, craft vendors and so many more seasonal favorites.
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Holiday Bright Night in Tiverton
Back to Top of ListBristol Santa House
Back to Top of ListFile under: places that make you feel like a kid again.
The Bristol Santa House is an inclusive experience for children with disabilities and their families to visit with Santa Claus. The Bristol Santa House welcomes the public, but please know that the core mission is serving families with special needs children, who schedule private visits to ensure an accessible experience.
THE SCHEDULE
- 11/22: Santa Claus Party
- 11/27: Closed — Happy Thanksgiving
- 12/3: Open to the Public
- 12/5: Open to the Public
- 12/6 & 12/7: Bristol Christmas Festival & Grand Illumination
- 12/10: Open to the Public
- 12/14: Open to the Public
- 12/17: Open to the Public
- 12/19: Open to the Public
- 12/21: Open to the Public
Public visits are always free, wait times may vary. For the full schedule, and hours of operation, click here.
Jamestown Village Holiday Stroll
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Back to Top of ListHot Chocolate Bar at The Chanler
Back to Top of ListSpend an afternoon in front of the roaring fire pit or take a holiday stroll along the Cliff Walk with a decadent cup of hot chocolate in hand. Artisanal hot chocolate is crafted with either milk or dark chocolate and has the option to upgrade to an adult version.
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Annual Doorway Decorating Contest
Back to Top of ListLocal residents, restaurants, inns, and businesses deck the doors with boughs of holly, evergreen wreaths, and twinkling lights for the annual Christmas In Newport Doorway Competition. Your job? Enjoy the beautiful displays and welcome the holiday season in Newport.
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Christmas & New Years
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- Forty 1° North
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Fermentation Class at Forty 1° North Wednesdays | 6:30 PM (Reservations Required) Featuring five wine tastings with a special theme or from a particular region accompanied by five small food pairings, Fermentation Class is held at the Oval Bar every Wednesday at 6:30…
Stroll and taste your way through Newport this winter! Beginning on December 5, join seasoned Newport tour guides as you stroll through Newport, and experience the joy of food with a friend, or meet someone new along the way. The tour will begin with a welcome drink, followed by…
- Mount Hope Farm
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Winter Farmers Market at Mount Hope Farm Saturdays | 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM Location: In the Barn all winter long! Mount Hope Farm (250 Metacom Ave, Bristol) Our year-round farmers market happens every Saturday morning. Swing by to pick up your local produce, bread, meat, fish…
- Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Company
- Recurring weekly on Monday
Join Newport Craft for weekly, Bingo Mondays! No sign-up required, win prizes & discounts! Free and open to the public - Mondays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
Free Event: North End Entertainment (NEE Jam) at Firehouse Theater! Every 1st and 3rd Monday of Every Month The NEE Jam is North End Entertainment's regular gathering of musicians from all over Rhode Island, Massachusetts and beyond. Our unique approach to the jam formula places…
- Firehouse Theater
- Recurring weekly on Friday, Saturday
Come see RI's most award-winning comedy troupe as they hit the stage with their hilarious improv comedy show full of larger than life characters, hysterical musical numbers, and the quickest wit you'll ever see. If you are coming for a special occasion and would like us to make a…
