MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19
When: 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Where: Newport City Hall, Broadway
Admission: Free
City leaders will join with organizers of Daffodillion to officially plant Newport’s 1 millionth daffodil bulb outside of City Hall.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20
When: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Where: Styled by Jenna
Admission: $85
Join Jenna for this hands on flower workshop to create a centerpiece for your holiday tablescape using all locally sourced flowers, foliage and berries. Price of this workshop includes everything you will need to create your arrangement (container, florals, snips and more), instruction and refreshments from local partners in Washington Square.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21
When: 8:00 - 11:00 PM
Where: Norey's
Admission: Free
Since grammar school, this troop of five RhodeIsland farmhands has been making music together. The LCB serves up a hot plate of Farm Fresh, soul-infused, psychedelic country( think Allman brothers, Little feet, Neil Young). Smooth refreshing gulps of funk, wash down this ripened classic sound (John Cleary, Donny Hathaway).
When: 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Where: Taproot Brewing Co.
Admission: Free
Enjoy extended Taproot Brewing Co. taproom hours alongside live music and $10 beer or wine flights. Light nosh from the Taproom kitchen and wine/beer by the glass also available.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 23
When: Through January 1
Where: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum
Admission: Price of mansion admission
Each year, the historic estate transforms into a sparkling display of Christmas magic to celebrate the season. Volunteer decorators contrive a new theme each year that explores the interests of the Van Winkle family, the previous mansion owners, during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This year's theme, “A Family Gathering” plays on previous diary entries and recreates Christmas weekend at the mansion in 1910. Wander the elaborately decorated rooms and enjoy a glimpse into the family's Christmas and New Years traditions.
When: 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Where: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum
Admission: Prices vary
Stroll through Blithewold’s illuminated gardens and greenhouse and enjoy singing with the carolers alongside free hot cocoa and s’mores around a roaring bonfire in Blithewold’s Enclosed Garden. S’mores kits are 1 for $2, and 3 for $5 (a part of the proceeds benefits the Boy Scouts).
When: 4:00 - 8:00 PM
Where: Bowen's Wharf
Admission: Free
Conjure the spirit of the holidays at the annual Bowen's Wharf Block Party with live music, special deals at local shops and boats decorated in their yuletide's finest dotting the harbor for the Illuminated Boat Parade.
When: 6:15 PM
Where: Along the harbor
Admission: Free
Bundle up and head to the harbor for the Illuminated Boat Parade as boats deck the hulls and festive music heralds the arrival of the holiday season. Watch the parade of lights are boats compete for best decorated.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 24
When: 5:30 - 8:30 PM
Where: Gurney's Newport Resort + Marina
Admission: Free
Head over to Gurney's as they light the historic Goat Island Lighthouse alongside carolers, spiked cider, live music at the resort’s Regent Cocktail Club and of course, undisturbed views of the famed Newport Bridge.
When: 4:00 - 8:00 PM
Where: Duris Studios, 480 Thames Street
Admission: Free
Join Duris Studios on Small Business Saturday for their fourth annual tree lighting. Enjoy treats and hot mulled cider to keep things toasty. Browse the collections and get a jump on your holiday shopping. Tree lighting begins at dusk.
When: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Rhode Island Hot Yoga, 36 Gooding Avenue
Admission: Free
Try a hot yoga class and sweat out those post-turkey blues! RI Hot Yoga is celebrating Small Business Saturday with a day of free classes, plus discounts on class packages, retail, and new student offers.
When: Through January 6
Where: Linden Place Mansion
Admission: $12, $5 children
A towering Christmas tree framed by a four-story spiral staircase, elegant decorations on every mantle and in every nook and cranny, original artwork by top local artists…these are just a few of the many delights that await you this Christmas season at Linden Place Mansion.
When: 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Where: Newport Vineyards
Admission: Free
Enjoy a wine tasting, lunch or wine by the glass while enjoying live music from The Bucks Band. No tickets required.
When: 12:00 - 4:00 PM
Where: Local galleries
Admission: Free
The Newport Gallery Organization is hosting Small Business Saturday throughout local galleries to encourage shoppers to shop at small, local businesses. Exhibitions on display during Small Business Saturday include Atelier Newport’s “Dark Matter” a two-person exhibition featuring Jemison Faust and Jason Chase. Sheldon Fine Art is showcasing their Holiday Small Works Show. Our newest gallery, D. Chatowsky Gallery, will be showcasing local artists’ work on Small Business Saturday. Shoppers are encouraged to visit JW Reilly, where shoppers can purchase handcrafted sterling silver jewelry.
When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Audubon Environmental Education Center
Admission: $20
Build your very own birdhouse for your backyard feathered friends. A birdhouse also makes a wonderful holiday gift. Learn how birds build their nests and how bird boxes help our environment. There will also be a visit from our resident owl. Adult supervision is required for children participating in this program. For ages 7 . Please indicate how many birdhouses you would like to make at time of registration, all materials and tools will be provided.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25
When: 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Where: Newport Vineyards
Admission: Free
Enjoy a wine tasting, lunch or wine by the glass while enjoying live music from ZanRicky. No tickets required.
When: 1:00 - 4:30 PM
Where: Bristol Theatre Company
Admission: One print free per family, $12 purchase
The 11th Annual Photos with Santa event will take place at the Bristol Theatre Company this year. Photo packages start at $12.00, and offer ornaments, greeting cards, and more! Choose your favorite photo for your package, and pick up your orders in approximately 2 weeks at A Moment In Time Photography.
When: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Newport Vineyards
Admission: Free
The Aquidneck Growers Market returns to Newport Vineyards for its winter edition featuring local fruits and vegetables, baked goods, flowers and more.
