30+ Things To Do In + Around Newport in March

We blinked and February is over. Now we can't stop daydreaming of all things March on The Coast. There's so much to be excited about in Newport this time of year, from plenty of dreamy winter happenings like a hot chocolate bar and pop-up igloos to local road races, annual events and plenty of heated outdoor dining spots.

Below are our top picks for the month.

Nov 3 2022-Dec 31 2023

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1 POP-UP IGLOOS IN + AROUND NEWPORT

Where:: Newport Harbor Island Resort, The Reef, and Diego's Newport
Cost:: Varies

When it is a cold winter night—instead of staying indoors—enjoy a cozy, decorated, and heated igloo overlooking the bay with a prime view of sunset, paired with seasonal cocktails and a creative menu. These cold-weather dining experiences will keep you warm, and somewhat outside, until Spring.

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Deck with a lit up igloo in the evening at Gurney's in Newport RI

2 HOT CHOCOLATE BAR at THE CHANLER

Where:: THE CHANLER AT CLIFF WALK
When:: SATURDAY's & SUNDAY'S
HOURS:: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Spend an afternoon in front of the roaring fire pit or take a winter 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, with the option to upgrade to an adult version.

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3 Newport Saint Patrick's Day Parade

Where:: Downtown Newport
When:: Saturday, March 11th 2023

Find your best green attire, keep your eyes open for leprechauns, and join in the revelry to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Newport! The parade kicks off from the Newport City Hall and runs through Washington Square, down Thames Street, and ends at St. Augustine's Church. Parade will be held rain or shine.

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4 NEWPORT VINEYARDS EVENTS

Enjoy a month of non-stop fun at Newport Vineyards this March. From the weekly flight night, to a blind beer tasting and weekly dining specials—come hungry, thirsty, and ready to have fun.

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5 Gilded Age Orchestra of Newport

Where:: The Breakers
When:: March 2nd
Cost:: In-person members: $15; In-person non-members: $20; Zoom price: $10

Immerse yourself in music from Season 1 of HBO's “The Gilded Age.” Enter a world of elegance and beauty, and experience live music as if you waltzed directly out of a time machine. This historically accurate program will include selections featured in the series, performed by many of the actual musicians who portrayed period artists on-screen, as well as a special performance by Dr. Christopher Brellochs, who appeared as composer/conductor John Knowles Paine in the HBO series. Conductors Dr. Mark Stickney and Brellochs will also provide the historical background of the music. This program is sponsored in part by Historic Music of Newport. Registration and ticket information available soon.

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6 RI Craft Beer Week

Where:: Breweries In & Around Newport
When:: March 3rd - 12th

Attention beer lovers; Rhode Island Brewers Guild is crafting up a schedule of events at your favorite breweries, bars and restaurants around the state to celebrate the 2nd RI Craft Beer Week, happening March 3rd - 12th. There will be events happening all week long at taprooms and breweries, along with special featured events, like a musical bingo at Pivotal Brewing Company, open mic nights and nightly specials at Six Pack Brewing, and a blind beer tasting to test your brewery knowledge all week at Taproot Brewing Co. to name a few.

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7 The Cocktail Club: Mixology Class

Where:: BLITHEWOLD MANSION, GARDENS & ARBORETUM, BRISTOL
When:: March 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th
Cost:: MEMBERS (6 PEOPLE): $35 | NON-MEMBERS (6 PEOPLE): $55

Craft the perfect Old Fashioned with Woodford Reserve and expert mixology guidance from the One Bellevue team! Perfectly curated to showcase the notes, profile, and distillation of a selection of tasting spirits, you’re sure to come away with a few new favorites. Class includes: Tasting of 3 Spirits, Cocktail Demonstration & Chef Selected Appetizers

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Celebrating the many talented women owners, distillers and blenders of the beverage industry:
March 2nd – The Old Fashioned with Woodford Reserve
March 9th – The Daiquiri with Appleton Rum
March 16th – Irish Whiskey
March 23rd – The Gimlet with Rhodium Gin
March 30th – The Margarita with Herradura Tequila

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Cocktail Club Hotel Viking

8 Newport Irish Heritage Month

Where:: Around Newport
When:: March 1 - 31

"All things Irish", is the goal of the 46th Annual Newport Irish Heritage Month with family fun events, guided tours, the 67th Annual Newport St. Patrick's Day Parade and more Irish-themed happenings occurring all month long thanks to The Museum of Newport Irish History.

Below find a preview of some of the great events being offered, for a full list, click here.

9 "Vineyard to Table" An Evening with Rombauer Vineyards

Where:: The Chanler at Cliff Walk
When:: March 10 from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Cost:: $225 per person

Make your way to The Chanler for an exclusive evening of exquisite wines from Rombauer Vineyards and a curated multi-course menu from their talented culinary team.

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10 Fermentation Class

Where:: Forty 1° North
When:: Recurring weekly on Wednesday from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Cost:: $45 per person

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. Reservations are required and this class often sells out.

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11 A Celtic Concert with Turas at Linden Place

Where:: Linden Place
When:: March 10th From 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Cost:: $20, $15 for members

Turas is made up of four singers and many instruments, including Bob Drouin, co-founder of the legendary Celtic band, Pendragon, on fiddle, flute and guitar, Josh Kane on flute and whistle, Rob McConeghy on piano and guitar and Dean Robinson on bodhran, bones, djembe and whistle. Together they will bring the sounds of Ireland to Bristol.

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12 Afternoon Tea

Where:: Hotel Viking
When:: Recurring weekly on Sunday, Saturday from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Cost:: $49 per person

Enjoy a quintessential Afternoon Tea in the Garden Room at One Bellevue. The dedicated team will walk you through choosing the perfect loose leaf tea, prepared table side for each guest. Enjoy culinary delights ranging from house baked scones, delicate finger sandwiches to petit fours and cakes. The beverage cart can be found serving Champagne and Cocktails for guests wishing to enhance their experience.

Dress is smart casual. Please notify the restaurant if you have any dietary restrictions or food allergies.

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13 Newport Classical presents Randall Goosby

Where:: Emmanuel Church
When:: March 10th at 7:30 PM

Virtuoso 25-year-old violinist Randall Goosby, hailed by The New York Times for his “exquisite tone and sheer virtuosity,” performs music by Beethoven, Grant Still, Ravel and Boulanger with pianist Ann Han.

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Randall Goosby

14 Newport Live Presents: Mark Erelli Concert and Record Release Party

Where:: Jamestown Arts Center
When:: March 23rd from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Cost:: $35

Newport Live Presents: Mark Erelli Concert and Record Release Party at the Jamestown Arts Center.

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15 Newport Contemporary Ballet Performances

Elements

Where:: The Keats Theatre at St. Andrews School
When:: March 16 - 18, 24 & 25
Cost:: Premium Seating: $58; Gold Seating: $48; Silver Seating: $38 All Sales are final & non-refundable

Sinuous… Striking … Soulful … Stirring…

To honor the 100th birthday of one of the 20th century’s most influential artists, the The Gerald Arpino Foundation announces a multi-year Centennial Celebration of the late choreographer’s life and works.

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Are the Crayons Quitting?

Where:: The Keats Theatre at St. Andrews School
When:: March 24 - 25
Cost:: Adult Seating: $48 Kids, Students, & Senior Seating: $25 All Sales are final & non-refundable Recurring daily

Adapted from The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt. With a little creativity and a lot of color, Duncan saves the day!

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16 Newport Live Presents: Mark Erelli Concert and Record Release Party

Where:: Jamestown Arts Center
When:: March 23rd from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost:: $35

Newport Live Presents Mark Erelli at the Jamestown Arts Center in Jamestown, RI, Thursday, March 23rd at 7:00 PM

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17 Southcoast Health Aquidneck 10K

Where:: Sachuest Beach (Second Beach)
When:: March 26 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Southcoast Health Aquidneck 10k is an annual event with the goal of supporting our friends at the Norman Bird Sanctuary. All participants will receive a race shirt, race bib, timing chip, and finisher’s medal.

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18 Newport Winter Foodies Stroll

Where:: Begins in front of O'Brien's Pub
When:: Friday and Saturday evenings at 6:00 PM

Newport Winter Foodies Stroll offers a 1-mile guided walking food tour through Newport's historic Thames Street. Learn about the city's rich history while savoring classic cuisine from three local restaurants. You'll receive a three-course meal accompanied by selected wine pairings. Tasting locations include Vieste, Midtown Oyster Bar, and Bar and Board Bistro. Tasting locations subject to change.

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19 FREE GUIDED BIRD WALKS

Where:: NORMAN BIRD SANCTUARY, MIDDLETOWN
When:: March 5th & 19th from 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Cost:: FREE

FREE - No registration required. Meet in the parking lot.

Count up as many bird species as you can, from soaring red-tailed hawks to tiny hovering hummingbirds. You'll learn how to identify common year-round residents and seasonal migrants.

All birding levels welcome. Binoculars are helpful but not required.

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20 Newport, Resort City of Fashion, 1870-1920: A Newport Historical Society Lecture

Where:: Newport Historical Society
When:: March 30th from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Cost:: $20 per person, $15 for Newport Historical Society members and members of the military.

On Thursday March 30, 2023, the Newport Historical Society will host fashion historian Rebecca Kelly to present the illustrated lecture; Newport: Resort City of Fashion 1870 – 1920.

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21 TIVERTON FARMERS MARKET

Where:: TIVERTON MIDDLE SCHOOL - GYMNASIUM, 10 QUINTAL DRIVE
When:: SUNDAYS FROM 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM

A Local Farmers Market situated right smack in the middle of this cozy town of Tiverton, RI. Connecting the community to fresh & local produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, vegan & vegetarian options and prepared foods. We are now using our alternate location at The Tiverton Middle School Gymnasium on Sundays, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

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22 FARMERS MARKET AT MOUNT HOPE FARM

Where:: MOUNT HOPE FARM
When:: SATURDAYS IN MARCH, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

The year-round farmers market happens every Saturday morning. Swing by to pick up your local produce, bread, meat, fish, kombucha, and more each week as well as listen to live music in the summer, connect with local nonprofits and community organizations, and visit with friends!

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23 AQUIDNECK GROWERS MARKET

Where:: STONEACRE GARDEN
When:: SATURDAYS FROM 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM — no market March 18th

Aquidneck Community Table’s Growers Markets provide easy access to seasonal, regionally-grown food and greater awareness of the benefits of eating fresh local foods for our health, the strength of our local economy, the viability of agricultural life, and the future of our earth.

Our marketplaces feature both organic and conventionally-grown products that include fresh vegetables, cut flowers, herbs, fruit, plants, eggs, breads, baked goods, meats, seafood, cheese, salsa and prepared foods such as soups, vegan foods, Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern cuisine.

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24 THE BIT PLAYERS IMPROV COMEDY

Where:: FIREHOUSE THEATER, 4 EQUALITY PARK PLACE, NEWPORT
When:: FRIDAY & SATURDAY'S
Cost:: $18

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. Seating is on a first come first serve basis. Each show runs for 1 hour, both Friday and Saturday evenings throughout the month.

Pro-tip: Make sure you get tickets in advance, shows often sell out.

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25 First Spring Tree Walk: Old Beach Road Neighborhood

Where:: Old Beach Road Neighborhood
When:: March 30 from 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Enjoy a peaceful and enlightening neighborhood walk on Old Beach Road and the adjacent streets. Early flowers, interesting bark, broadleaf evergreens, and noble specimens are in store. Please dress appropriately for the weather.