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EVENTS

July on The Coast is a daydream. Explore our top events for the month below.

1 Annual Bristol Fourth of July Parade

Where:
Begins at the corner of Chestnut Street and Hope Street
When:
July 4, 2025, 10:30 AM
Cost:
Free

The oldest continuous Fourth of July celebration in the country, the Bristol Fourth of July Parade begins at the corner of Chestnut Street and Hope Street (Rt. 114) and ends on High Street, between State Street and Bradford Streets.

Bristol Fourth of July Parade

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2 Newport Independence Day Celebration

Where:
Washington Square
When:
July 4, 9:00 AM
Cost:
Free

A celebration of our country's independence, featuring:

11:00 AM: Recreation of the first Rhode Island reading of the Declaration of Independence from the steps of the Colony House. Washington Square
11:30 AM: Twenty-one Gun Salute to the Nation by the Artillery Company of Newport using their cannons cast by Paul Revere.

Continuing a years long tradition, The Colony House will be open from 9:00 am for visitors to explore the first floor.

 

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3 Newport Classical Music Festival

Where:
Various venues throughout Newport
When:
July 4 - 22
Cost:
Admission prices vary for each concert

This year's iconic summer Newport Classical Music Festival returns from July 4 - 21 with an impressive twenty-seven summer concerts in the renowned Newport Mansions, including The Breakers and The Elms, as well as other impressive venues, such as Castle Hill Inn, Blithewold Mansion, Newport Art Museum, Redwood Library & Athenæum, and the Norman Bird Sanctuary. Tickets are on sale now.

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4 Hall of Fame Open

Where:
The International Tennis Hall of Fame
When:
July 6 - 13
Cost:
Ticket PRICES VARY

Game, set, match! Men's and Women's professional tennis is coming to the Hall of Fame July 2025.

Contested on the historic grass tennis courts of the International Tennis Hall of Fame, which have hosted all the legends of the sport since 1880, the tournament is the only event played on grass courts outside of Europe.

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Infosys Hall of Fame Open

 

5 Newport Beer Run

Where:
Fort Adams State Park
When:
July 19th

Run, walk, or be the DD—with more than 40 local craft breweries, featuring Rhode Island's best, join in this July for this fun 5K inside historic Fort Adams. Plus enjoy a sampling from food vendors, live music, and more. 

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6 Newport Folk Festival

Where:
Fort Adams State Park
When:
July 25 - 27
Cost:
SOLD OUT

The Newport Folk Festival, founded by George Wein in 1959, takes place on the grounds at Fort Adams State Park and features four stages of world class musicians, food, vendors and a number of exhibits. Fort Adams is located at 90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport, RI.

One of the park system’s national treasures, Fort Adams is situated at the mouth of Newport Harbor with panoramic views of the Newport Bridge and the East Passage. The festival runs rain or shine.

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Newport Folk Fest Aerial

 

7 Events at Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum

Think: A sunset music series, nature talks, tours, and sweeping views at historic Blithewold. 

   

8 Newport Gulls Home Game

Positioned in the heart of downtown Newport, historic Cardines Field is home to the classic wooden-bat, summer collegiate baseball team the Newport Gulls. 

Picture it: ballpark treats, special appearances from mascot Gully, and a classic game of America's pastime at one of the oldest baseball stadiums in the country. Classic.

THE SCHEDULE

Home games happen (most) Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays throughout July at 6:35 PM. 

  • Wednesday, July 2nd: Newport Gulls vs. Ocean State Waves
  • Friday, July 4th: Newport Gulls vs. Keene Swamp Bats
  • Monday, July 7th: Newport Gulls vs. Martha's Vineyard Sharks
  • Wednesday, July 9th: Newport Gulls vs. Valley Blue Sox
  • Friday, July 11th: Newport Gulls vs. Bristol Blues
  • Monday, July 14th: Newport Gulls vs. Mystic Schooners
  • Wednesday, July 16th: Newport Gulls vs. Ocean State Waves
  • Wednesday, July 23rd: Newport Gulls vs. Sanford Mainers
  • Friday, July 25th: Newport Gulls vs. Martha's Vineyard Sharks
  • Monday, July 28th: Newport Gulls vs. Danbury Westerners
  • Wednesday, July 30th: Newport Gulls vs. Mystic Schooners

*Schedule subject to change. For more information, click here. 

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Newport Gulls

 

DON'T MISS: NEWPORT FOLK ALL-STAR GAME

WHEN: Thursday, July 24 at 7:00 PM
WHERE: Cardines Field, Newport

Play ball! Welcome to the first ever Newport Folk All-Star Game. Kick-off Newport Folk Festival weekend at Cardines Field on Thursday July 24th with a softball game fundraiser supporting Newport Festivals Foundation’s local free music lessons program.

All day-of sales will take place at Cardines Field if tickets are still available. Come cheer on this year’s Newport Folk artists for a good cause. Concessions and merch will be available.

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9 FREE “HOP-ON HOP-OFF” TROLLEY

The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority launched a free “Hop-On Hop-Off” bus service promotion in Newport. The service offers transportation around Newport to tourist destinations and beaches. This includes all service on Route 67 (Bellevue/Salve Regina Univ.) and Route 68 (Middletown/Newport Beach Shuttle). The service will be free through October 31, 2025.

Route 67 (Bellevue/Salve Regina Univ.) Passengers can ride Route 67 to popular attractions such as the Newport Mansions, Cliff Walk, Audrain Automobile Museum, International Tennis Hall of Fame and more.

Route 68 – The new route will connect neighborhoods in the north end of Newport to local beaches. 

Passengers can hop on and off at RIPTA bus stops along the route. Schedules will be available online and at the Newport Visitor Information Center located at 21 Long Wharf Mall. For more information visit RIPTA.com or call 401-781-9400. Detailed Route 67 schedule at RIPTA.com/route/ 67

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10 OUTDOOR CONCERT SERIES

Sounds like live—outdoor—music to our ears. 

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. 

THE LINEUP
  1. NIMFest
  2. Newport Live Summer Series
  3. Newport Craft Summer Series 2025
  4. Bristol Fourth Concert Series
  5. Blithewold Mansion's Music at Sunset
  6. Warren Summer Concerts
  7. Barrington Summer Concert Series
  8. Tiverton Summer Concert Lineup
  9. Fogland Beach Sunset Series
  10. Touro Park Summer Concert Series
  11. 50th Anniversary Music Series at Sakonnet Vineyard
  12. ​LC350 Summer Sunset Concert Series
  13. Free Concerts on the Common at Town Common in Bristol
  14. Herreshoff Summer Sunset Music Series
  15. Thames Waterside Roof Top Live Music
  16. Music at the Fort
  17. Music at Newport Vineyards
  18. Concerts by the Water

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11 Newport Regatta

Where:
Newport Harbor
When:
July 12 & 13

Sail Newport presents one of the country's premiere one-design regattas every July. Not sure what to expect? Be ready for a challenging and spirited regatta on the legendary waters of Narragansett Bay.

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12 The French in 1780 Newport

Where:
Washington Square, Newport, RI
When:
July 12th
Cost:
Admission is free, donations are welcome

Vive la France à Newport

Transport yourself to 1780 Newport, RI on July 12th, for the 5th annual French in Newport experience. Celebrate Bastille Day with a day of living history featuring reenactments, performances, and free family fun. 

This year’s event is particularly relevant, as the NHS prepares to commemorate the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary. Semiquincentennial programming is already underway, and French in Newport will be a centerpiece of the anniversary in 2025 and 2026.

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13 OUTDOOR Film SERIES

Dust off your blanket and pack some snacks—the following pop-up screenings are perfect for a night of family-fun or a cozy date for two underneath the stars. 

NEWPORTFILM

  • July 3: Girl Climber
  • July 10: Prime Minister
  • July 17: Beyond The Gaze: Jule Campbell's Swimsuit Issue
  • July 24: Conviction of the Heart
  • July 31: Counting Crows: Have You Seen Me Lately?

 

CARS UNDER THE STARS

  • July 10: Migration
  • July 17: Super Mario Bros Movie
  • July 24: Kung Fu Panda 4
  • ​July 31: Moana 2

   

14 Coastal Queen Cruises

Want to earn your sea legs? Summer isn’t the only time to get out on the water. Find the July specialty cruises from Coastal Queen Cruises below.

15 Newport Dance Festival

Where:
OUTDOOR STAGE ON LAWN OF THE GREAT FRIENDS MEETING HOUSE 21 FAREWELL ST, NEWPORT
When:
July 16 - 20

Newport Contemporary Ballet presents the Newport Dance Festival on the lawn of the Great Friends Meeting House.

Enjoy evening performances featuring a unique lineup of dances drawn on the talent, artistry, and unique styles of the festival’s five visiting dance companies, and Newport’s resident Newport Contemporary Ballet.

 

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16 Cars & Coffee

Join Audrain Auto Museum for special events at various venues in and around Newport.

17 Tours & Lectures

Hear from local experts and learn something unexpected at these lectures and talks this July. 

Island Cemetery Guided Tour Nov 22

Island Cemetery Guided Tour

Highlights of Island Cemetery Tour Island Cemetery is the final resting place of hundreds of notable people and this tour focuses on about a dozen selected individuals. Among those on the tour are military heroes, architects, real estate tycoons, civil rights activists, and…

18 Beach Bash

Where:
Third Beach, Middletown
When:
July 30 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM
Cost:
$60 Member Adult, $75 Non-Member Adult, $25 Child (4-17) Free (3 and younger)

Dive into classic beach games, groove to beachy tunes, and enjoy delicious local eats, all while enjoying a beautiful summer evening on Third Beach with friends and family.

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19 Workshops & Classes

Try something new at these workshops from cocktail shaking to pasta making.

20 Monthly Bristol-Warren Art Night 2025

Where:
Bristol & Warren
When:
July 31 from 5:30 to 8:30 PM
Cost:
Free to attend!

Walk, drive, or bike through each town at your own pace using our Handbill of Events as a guide. Visit featured Galleries, Artist Studios and Art Friendly Businesses.

Enjoy live music, theater performance, dance, artists’ talks and demonstrations. Every month features a host of new and unique art experiences!

 

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Monthly Art Night: Bristol & Warren 2025

 

21 Ca' Del Bosco Wine Garden

Where:
THE CHANLER AT CLIFF WALK
When:
Open daily from 12:00 – 6:00 pm

Experience the essence of Italy this summer at the Ca' del Bosco Wine Garden, where the tantalizing scent of authentic Italian pizza mingles with the fragrance of blooming flowers. Relax in Adirondack chairs beneath the dappled shade of umbrellas, sip on Franciacorta wine and Italian Spritzers, and let yourself be whisked away to the picturesque Amalfi Coast for the afternoon.

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22 Last Friday Social - Vibes, Community, Tunes & More

Where:
Newport Pride Center
When:
July 25th from 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Cost:
Free to attend!

On the last Friday of each month from 6:00 - 8:00 PM, head to the Newport Pride Center for a delightful evening where we come together to celebrate community, laughter, and meaningful connections.

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23 Gala & Charity Events

Give back and celebrate at these local gala and charity events in and around Newport.

   

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