Spirits are officially bright on The Classic Coast as we head into the holiday season filled with enchanting sights, family-friendly fun, a handful of classic Christmas events, and holiday happenings for nearly each day of December. Not to mention, tree lightings and annual celebrations all throughout town complete with sweet treats, live music, visits with Santa and more.

 

Annual Tree Lightings

We told you, spirits: bright. 

Bristol's Tree Lighting + Grand Illumination

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Where:
400 Hope Street, Bristol
When:
Saturday, December 2, 5:30 PM
Cost:
Free

Bristol's Tree Lighting and Grand Illumination heralds the arrival of the holidays in downtown Bristol with live music and entertainment, a Christmas sing-a-long, a visit from Santa, the Grand Illumination of the town tree and more. This year will feature a parade in celebration of the 37th Grand Illumination beginning at 5:30 PM, with live music from the local school choruses and a talented soloist.

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53rd Annual Bowen's Wharf Christmas Tree Lighting

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Where:
Bowen's Wharf
When:
Saturday, December 2, Festivities begin at 12:30, Tree Lighting at 6:00
Cost:
Free

Make your way to Bowen's Wharf for an enchanting day of caroling, holiday shopping, and family fun on Saturday, December 2 for the 53rd 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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Bowen's Wharf Tree Lighting

 

Santa Magic at Long Wharf

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Where:
Shops at Long Wharf
When:
November 25, 2023 from 4:00 - 6:00 PM

The name say's it all—Santa Magic.

Come join the shops at Long Wharf for their 3rd annual tree lighting. This is a free community event with Santa. Tree lighting, pictures with Santa, kids crafts, letters to Santa, music and much more.

 

Annual Holiday Tree Lighting in Jamestown

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Where:
Easy Ferry, Jamestown
When:
December 2, 2023
Tree Lighting:
5:30 - 7:00 pm

Jamestown officially "lights up" for the holiday season at their holiday tree lighting on December 2nd. Enjoy live music, holiday treats, and the company of family and friends at this annual festive event. The holiday stroll takes place from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with the lighting following from 5:30 - 7:00 PM. 

Jamestown Christmas House

 

9th Annual Courtyard on Thames Tree Lighting

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Where:
COURTYARD ON THAMES
When:
November 25, 2023 at 4:00
Tree Lighting:
5:00 PM

Experience an ol' fashioned neighborhood holiday event with cider, snacks and music as the neighborhood shops welcome you into their boutiques with special discounts and deals. It's a great way to participate in Small Business Saturday, a day of shopping at locally owned businesses here in Newport.

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