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Discover Newport is the non-profit organization dedicated to promoting of the City of Newport and its eight surrounding coastal communities. We speak in seasides and sunsets.
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July by the sea. Name something better. While we wait, we'll tell you all the things we can't wait for this month.
July on The Coast is a daydream. Explore our top events for the month below.
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.
A celebration of our country's independence, featuring:
The Colony House will be open from 9:00 am for visitors to explore the first floor. At 11:00 am, the Declaration of Independence will be read by the Sons of the Revolution from the steps of the Colony House, at which point public admission to the interior of the Colony House will end.
The Newport Classical 2023 Music Festival will take place from July 4 - 23 and will present more than 20 concerts and events in the outdoor spaces of some of the area's most iconic venues, including The Breakers, Blithewold Mansion, Castle Hill Inn and more.
Prepare to be dazzled by an extraordinary outdoor art installation coming to Brick Market in Newport. Umbrella Sky Newport, produced by ArtScape, will unveil its captivating display of over 500 colorful umbrellas magically suspended in the sky. This breathtaking installation promises to create a magical haven for the community and visitors alike, casting sun-kissed shadows through a canopy of floating umbrellas onto the pathway of the tree lined street flanked by eclectic shops.
Exciting professional men's tennis returns to the International Tennis Hall of Fame!
A longstanding tradition of welcoming the top ATP Tour pros to Newport to compete in the Hall of Fame Open, the first stop of the summer swing for pro tennis in the United States, resumes this summer. 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, and it offers the only opportunity to see professional men's tennis in the Northeast prior to the US Open.
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.
When: Wednesday in July
Where: Blithewold Mansion
Admission: Varies
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.
When: Select Mondays and Fridays in July
Where: Blithewold Mansion
Blithewold and Bristol Yoga Studio present an outdoor summer yoga series each Monday evening and Friday morning. All are invited to join in for an inspiring class under a canopy of trees, amidst the gardens and waterfront property. Bring a yoga mat and water, and wear comfortable clothing. Dates subject to change. Please check the Bristol Yoga Studio website beforehand for weather updates. Bristol Yoga Studio class passes welcome.
When: Friday, Saturday and Sundays
Where: Blithewold Mansion
Admission: $20 Members | $35 Non-Members
The Kitchen at Blithewold is serving a light lunch on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays throughout July at 11 AM & 1 PM on Blithewold’s North West Porch.
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.
Home games happen (most) Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays throughout June and July at 6:35 PM.
When: July 6th
Where: O’Hare Lawn, Salve Regina University, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 6:00 PM, Film starts 8:40 PM
When: July 13th
Where: Aquidneck Park, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 6:00 PM, Film starts 8:30 PM
When: July 20th
Where: Fort Adams, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 6:00 PM, Film starts 8:30 PM
When: July 27th
Where: Safe Harbor New England Boatworks, Portsmouth
Details: Venue opens at 6:00 PM, Film starts 8:25 PM
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 Monday, Oct. 31, 2023.
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
Sounds like live—outdoor—music to our ears.
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.
Enter inside the seven-acre Portsmouth estate to explore the oldest and most northern topiary garden in the United States, Green Animals Topiary Garden. Home to more than 80 topiary animals, geometric shapes, designs, and other figures, and teeming with colorful flowers from April through October, experience an incredible collection of seasonal blooms that all ages will enjoy. Coming this month to Green Animals—explore Sean Kenney’s award-winning exhibition “Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects”, where you will find 14 sculptures crafted from the iconic toy bricks.
When: July 2 from 8:00 - 10:00 AM
Where: Fort Adams State Park
Join Audrain Auto Museum for a morning of cars and coffee at Fort Adams State Park in Newport.
When: July 9 from 8:00 - 10:00 AM
Where: Fort Adams West Lawn
Join Audrain Auto Museum for a morning of cars and coffee at Chateau-sur-Merin Newport.
When: July 15 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Where: Fort Adams West Lawn
Join Audrain Auto Museum for an evening of parks and picnics at the at Fort Adams West Lawn in Newport.
When: July 30 from 8:00 - 10:00 AM
Where: Salve Regina University
Join Audrain Auto Museum for a morning of cars and coffee at Salve Regina University in Newport.
Sail Newport presents one of the country's premiere one-design regattas.
When: Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
Where: Newport Vineyards
Every weekend is treated like a holiday here with cookouts on our Tank Patio Friday – Sunday all summer long! Enjoy your grill favorites all made from-scratch by our culinary team, plus our famous rosé popsicles, sangria slushes, wines, and Taproot beers.
When: Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Where: Newport Vineyards
Enjoy wine or beer tasting flights, a glass, bites, or dinner while you enjoy the tunes! Plus Flight Night Wednesday specials!
When: Recurring weekly on Thursday
Where: Newport Vineyards
Taco Thursdays are here! Head to Newport Vineyards every Thursday for creative rotating street taco creations. Sold as 1 for $6 each, order as many as you can eat!
When: July 21
Where: Newport Vineyards
Make your way to Newport Vineyards for their annual Fire Dinner, a culinary performance over an open fire led by Executive Chef Andy Teixeira and his team. Enjoy dinner on the patio overlooking the vines with a 5-course menu, complete with wine & beer pairings, and perhaps a surprise or two.
This summer, the Newport Historical Society will showcase aspects of this pivotal point in American history during the French in Newport living history weekend, a two-day event that showcases life in 1780 America, on the weekend of July 14 & 15, 2023.
11:00 AM: The French Efforts to Charm Rhode Island – Meet with Dr. Iris de Rode and learn about the roots of the Franco-American alliance. Takes place at Washington Square.
3:00 PM: Meet the Marquis de Lafayette – Hear about the French experience in Newport straight from the Marquis de Lafayette. Takes place at Washington Square.
3:00 PM: Fife & Drum Concert – Presented by the Middlesex County Volunteers Fife & Drum Corps. Takes place in front of the Colony House.
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Celebrate summer with The Vanderbilt, Auberge Resorts Collection, and Audrain Automobile Museum. On Saturday, July 8th, from 4:00 - 6:00pm, make your way to The Vanderbilt for the exclusive opportunity to mingle amongst a 1930 Packard Custom Sport Phaeton, which will be parked in the hotel's front drive.
Enjoy cocktails and light bites as you take in the beauty and craftsmanship of this museum collection piece, and learn about the museum and the automobile's history from representatives from the Audrain Automobile Museum.
When: July 4
Where: Coastal Queen Cruises, from Jamestown
Admission: All Ages: $39
Let’s Dance with piped-in hits by Donna Summer, Abba, Michael Jackson, Earth Wind & Fire, Stevie Wonder, Kenny Loggins and more while Coastal Queen takes guests for a leisurely cruise from Jamestown, across Narragansett Bay and into Newport Harbor.
When: July 4
Where: Coastal Queen Cruises, from Jamestown
Admission: All Ages: $55
Come aboard Coastal Queen to see Newport’s 4th of July fireworks display up close from the bay. The music of the night will be the piped-in sounds of funk and soul. Enjoy a summer beverage from Coastal Queen's grand center bar while watching the show.
When: July 11
Where: Coastal Queen Cruises, from Jamestown
Admission: $40+ optional lobster roll package $20 each
Nothing says summer more than a glass of bubbly while enjoying a summer’s evening cruise aboard the Coastal Queen—a glass of Prosecco is included in the price of the cruise. Guests wishing to make it extra special can opt in for the Lobster Roll Package for $20 a piece, which includes a bag of chips and a cookie.
When: July 18
Where: Coastal Queen Cruises, from Jamestown
Admission: $50
Come aboard the Coastal Queen to enjoy the sounds of the Take It to The Bridge duo, Greg Marcotte and Carl Bugbee, as they play the top 40 hits of the past seven decades.
When: July 25
Where: Coastal Queen Cruises, from Jamestown
Admission: $50
Enjoy Celtic ballads from these musical masters as you cruise aboard the Coastal Queen.
It’s Summer in Newport…and that means it’s time for An Evening With Summer Authors! Reading With Robin and Discover Newport present an exclusive event at the celebrated Newport Art Museum with three of the summer’s biggest titles: Adrienne Brodeur's Little Monsters, Megan Collins’ Thicker Than Water, and Wendy Walker’s What Remains. Proceeds will benefit of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center.
Enjoy being Greek for the day as you join us for the sights, sounds, and tastes of Greece at this fun, family-friendly celebration.
Open to beer lovers of all speeds, the annual race is held at Fort Adams State Park, followed by a 3-hour post-race celebration featuring beer samples, live music, and food trucks. Medals and awards are handed out to finisher, and each participant receives a souvenir pint glass and a koozie.
Newport Contemporary Ballet presents the Newport Dance Festival on its festival stage on the lawn of the Great Friends Meeting House. Each evening the performance will feature 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.
Enjoy the food trucks, live music and beer and wine, just pay for what you eat and drink. Over a dozen Food trucks, live music with local beer and wine, from Trinity Brewhouse.
In July 2023, The Newport Show returns with a new location at St. George's School Ice Rink — 375 Purgatory Road, Middletown, RI. As one of the most distinguished antiques and fine art shows across the country, the event is a high point of the summer social season and a not-to-be-missed opportunity for fine art and fashion aficionados.
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Discover Newport is the non-profit organization dedicated to promoting of the City of Newport and its eight surrounding coastal communities. We speak in seasides and sunsets.