Truth be told, whether you're in Newport for a day, a weekend, or the entire week (the dream!), the possibilities of what you can see and do are endless. You've got the obvious musts: Cliff Walk (the most serene 3.5-mile walk of your life), Ocean Drive, the mansions, and chowder overlooking the bay. But there's also so many exciting events, experiences, and dreamy sights you don't want to miss.

When you're not sure where to start, this round-up of what's going down this week has you covered.

Our picks for the week below.

 

Happening this week

Beach Pilates Jul 27
  • Recurring weekly on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday

Strengthen and lengthen your muscles from core to limb with a low-impact mat Pilates class at Third Beach. Steady, effective movements target specific muscle groups and joints to leave you feeling ready to take on challenges on and off the mat. Classes take place every Monday…

Ca' del Bosco Wine Garden Jul 27

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…

Characters on the Farm Jul 27

Dress in your best tea party hat and head to the farm for a Characters on the Farm Day featuring an Alice in Wonderland theme. Alice, the Queen, and the Mad Hatter will be at the farm to interact with guests and pose for photos. There will also be some Alice in Wonderland props…

Farmers Market at Mount Hope Farm Jul 27

Our 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!…

Magical Mini Couples Retreat! Jul 27
  • Recurring weekly on Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Are you ready for a Magical Mini Retreat? We have designed this mini retreat with you in mind! Immerse yourselves in the City by the Sea as you touch on the most important elements of your relationship with the guidance of our Gottman Institute certified couples coach! Have fun…

Newport Black History Walking Tours Jul 27

Rhode Island Slave History Medallions (RISHM) is pleased to announce the inaugural season of Newport Black History Walking Tours: Lost Stories of Resistance & Freedom will begin in Newport, RI on Saturday, June 22 and will run through November 30. The tours will meet on…

Newport Folk Festival Jul 27

Mark your 2024 calendars! We'll see you back at Fort Adams next summer July 26 - July 28, 2024. 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…

Newport Foodies Stroll Jul 27
  • Recurring weekly on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday

Newport Foodies Stroll offers a 1.75 miles walking food tour through Lower Thames Street. You will learn about the "City by the Sea", as well as try the cuisine from five of the best locally owned restaurants. The best time to schedule your tour is at the beginning of your visit…

Newport International Polo Series Jul 27

Watch the home team, USA/Newport, take on challengers from around the world and major U.S. cities in one of the most exciting spectator sports in the world. Matches are held every Saturday, June – Sept., at Newport Polo, home of America’s First Polo Club. Festivities…

Newport Neighborhood Food Tours Jul 27

During your Newport Neighborhood Tour, you will discover diverse, eclectic out-of-the-way neighborhood eateries – with a homespun vibe, where the locals know to go as well as hotbeds of food and fun in the less traveled parts of the city. Step inside some of what may appear…

Shops at Long Wharf Free Summer Concert Series Jul 27
  • Recurring weekly on Saturday

Shops at Long Wharf Free Summer Concert Series are back! Please join us again this season for a summer of free concerts in Downtown Newport every Saturday, May 25th to October 5th. The Schedule May 25: In Tandem June 1: Y Not 3 June 8: John and Joanne June 15: Llana Katz Katz…

Tank Patio Weekends Jul 27

Every weekend feels like a holiday when you’re hanging vineyard-side! Enjoy wine & beer tastings, specialty drinks like our famous sangria slushies, and food station bites from our farm-to-table menu on our Tank Patio. All items available a la carte from our food and beverage…

The Bit Players Improv Comedy Jul 27

The Bit Players are a fast paced and energized group of improvisation master-minds. Their high energy LIVE shows are modeled after the hit TV show “Whose Line is it Anyway?”. Full of hysterical characters, hilarious games, and side-splitting musical numbers these shows will leave…

Weekend Rooftop Yoga w/ Meredith Ewenson Jul 27

Weekend Rooftop Yoga in Newport with Meredith Ewenson! Every Saturday & Sunday 8:00am - 9:00am The Brenton Hotel Rooftop 31 America's Cup Avenue, Newport, RI, 02840 Hotel guests: complimentary Non-hotel guests: $15 Venmo to @meredithewenson ($30 for 3-class pass) Questions?…

Yoga + Cocktail at The Quencher Jul 27

Elevate your practice every Saturday morning with our Rooftop Yoga at The Quencher, followed by a refreshing cocktail or mocktail. Enjoy stunning Newport Harbor views, a calming flow, and a chance to unwind with a delicious drink. It's the perfect way to end the week and connect…

Yoga Saturdays at Hotel Viking Jul 27

Join us every Saturday at 9AM for our weekly yoga class with our in-house yoga instructor, Sharon! Access for hotel guests is included with your stay | $16 for non-hotel guests (see spa staff to sign up) Check with the front desk for this week's location! Sharon has been studying…

Annual Cultural Survival Bazaar Jul 28

The Cultural Survival Bazaars are a series of cultural festivals that provide Indigenous artists and artisans, cooperatives, and their representatives from around the world the chance to sell their work directly to the public. Each event features traditional and contemporary…

Cars & Coffee — Newport Polo Jul 28

Join Audrain Auto Museum for a morning of cars and coffee at various venues in and around Newport. *All events are subject to change. All events are rain or shine unless noted.

Drill Day Jul 28

Step back in time to see what life was like for Revolutionary War soldiers and militiamen in Rhode Island! Camp life and drill were an important part of the day-to-day routine for all soldiers of the Revolution. More time was spent on camp duties and drilling than was spent on…

Sunday Brunch Jul 28

Enjoy our farm-to-table brunch favorites crafted by Executive Chef Andy Teixeira and team *on Sundays only*! Pair your brunch picks with our special brunch cocktails, mocktails, wine, or beer! Sunday Brunch will be held in our upstairs dining room, “The Overlook” with…

Sunday Music Series Jul 28

Get your Sunday groove on! Enjoy all our Tank Patio has to offer; beer and wine in flights or by-the-glass, a to-go style food station, our famous sangria slushies, and live music every Sunday through Labor Day from 1-4 pm! Our Sunday Series kicks off June 23rd with Alexus Lee…

Tiverton Farmers Market - Summer Jul 28
  • Recurring weekly on Sunday

A Local Farmers Market situated right smack in the middle of this cozy town of Tiverton, RI. Connecting the community to fresh & local produce, agriculture, makers, products and art. Meredith Brower, director & market manager launched the market in May of 2020 during the…

Adult Beginner Ballet Jul 29
  • Recurring weekly on Monday

Students will dance at the ballet barre, do some light stretching, and learn basic ballet vocabulary. Classes are designed to welcome teen and adult dancers of all ages and abilities. They offer a fun way for dancers to exercise, meet new friends, and enjoy movement! (Instagram…

Adult/Teen Ballet Jul 29
  • Recurring weekly on Monday, Wednesday

This is an intermediate-level ballet class -- however, all are welcome in this nurturing environment. Classes are designed to welcome teen and adult dancers of all ages and abilities. They offer a fun way for dancers to exercise, meet new friends, and enjoy movement! (Instagram…

Jamestown Farmers Market Jul 29
  • Recurring weekly on Monday

Jamestown Farmers Market is held at the Jamestown Recreation Center and offers local produce, herbs, meats, flowers, crafts and artwork, and more from a variety of vendors. June - September .

Wine & Cheese Sail Jul 29

Perfect for "date night" or an evening out with friends. Bring your favorite bottle of wine and we supply the rest, including gourmet cheeses, crackers, and fruit. June - August: 6:00 - 8:00 PM September: 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Adult Stretch Jul 30
  • Recurring weekly on Tuesday

Students will get a nourishing stretch, to promote flexibility and overall wellness. Classes are designed to welcome teen and adult dancers of all ages and abilities. They offer a fun way for dancers to exercise, meet new friends, and enjoy movement! (Instagram: @theacademyatncb)

Advanced Contemporary Jul 30
  • Recurring weekly on Tuesday

This is an advanced-level contemporary dance class -- however, all are welcome in this nurturing environment. Classes are designed to welcome teen and adult dancers of all ages and abilities. They offer a fun way for dancers to exercise, meet new friends, and enjoy movement!…

Beginner Contemporary Jul 30
  • Recurring weekly on Tuesday, Friday

Students will learn basics of contemporary dance, in a supportive and nurturing environment. Classes are designed to welcome teen and adult dancers of all ages and abilities. They offer a fun way for dancers to exercise, meet new friends, and enjoy movement! (Instagram…

Bridging the Gap: Jazz at the Casino Theatre Jul 30

A performance at the Casino Theatre on Tuesday, July 30th at 7:30 pm will feature Salve Dance and special guest performers Sabrina Naz Comănescu and Kaja Irwin from Decidedly Jazz Danceworks (DJD) of Calgary, Alberta. Choreographers include Brandi Coleman (Dallas, TX), Kimberley…

Cheese & Chocolate Tasting Tuesdays! Jul 30

The total tasting package is here! Join us every Tuesday at our wine tasting or walk-up bars to enjoy four of our favorite wines paired with two chef-selected cheeses and two house-made chocolates. Special ($36) includes tasting flight of four featured wines, two fudgey…

Neurographic Art for the Mind Jul 30
  • Recurring weekly on Tuesday

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Join us for Neurographic Art for the Mind, a May Quest offered by Recharge Newport at the Self-Esteem Through Art studio on Aquidneck Avenue in Middletown to learn a simple yet effective creative technique for quieting the mind. No art…

Salsa Classes Jul 30
  • Recurring weekly on Tuesday

New class location VFW Post 5390 822 Anthony Rd. Portsmouth, R.I. Tuesday nights are caliente!! 6 p.m. beginner 7 p.m. accomplished

Third Beach Yoga Jul 30

Join us every Tuesday evening this summer for a rejuvenating yoga session at Third Beach, where the natural beauty of the beach and the calming sounds of the ocean create the perfect backdrop for your practice. This class is designed for all levels, whether you're a seasoned yogi…

Acoustic Pop w/ Ruby Mac Jul 31

Multi-talented singer/songwriter brings her talents to Fifth Element every Wednesday night. Enjoy hearing some of your favorite songs while indulging in one of Fifths farm to table offerings.

Aquidneck Growers Market - Wednesday Jul 31

Aquidneck Community Table hosts Wednesdays on Memorial in Newport on Wednesday afternoons from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM from May 22 - October 30. Aquidneck Community Table’s Growers Markets provide easy access to seasonal, regionally-grown food and greater awareness of the benefits of…

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