MONDAY, DECEMBER 17
When: 12:00 - 5:00 PM; Through December 24
Where: Midtown Oyster Bar
Bring your presents to Midtown and have the Midtown elves wrap them for free while you dine.
When: 11:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Midtown Oyster Bar
Midtown Oyster Bar is offering 1/2 price oysters and clams along with selected raw bar dishes.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18
When: 5:00 - 9:00 PM
Where: Brix Restaurant at Newport Vineyards
Admission: $15
Like wine is to cheese, beer is to burgers. Welcome to Brix’s Beer + Burger Night. Choose from a select menu of burgers and a pint of Taproot Beer (what’s on tap) for just $15 BUCKS – and say HELLO to your Tuesday.
When: 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Where: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum
Admission: $32
The Dining Room at Blithewold has always been a place where fine meals have been served to cherished guests. Today friends gather and exchange stories while delighting in a cup of tea, freshly baked scones with sweet cream, and a 3-tiered tray filled with sweet and savory treats.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19
When: 6:00 PM
Where: Vanderbilt
Admission: $50
Jane Pickens Theater will be screening Mary Queen of Scots two dates before the national break date as a special event. Proceeds from the event help to support unique programming at The JPT. Enjoy a special menu served at Vanderbilt. Party begins at 6:00 PM, film begins at 7:00 PM.
When: 7:30 - 11:00 PM
Where: La Forge Restaurant
Holiday Sing-A-Long with Dave Manuel and special guest bartender Peter Crowley.
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, DECEMBER 20
When: 7:30 PM
Where: Jane Pickens Theater
Admission: $10
As the holidays approach, Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase) wants to have a perfect family Christmas, so he pesters his wife, Ellen (Beverly D'Angelo), and children, as he tries to make sure everything is in line, including the tree and house decorations. However, things go awry quickly. His hick cousin, Eddie (Randy Quaid), and his family show up unplanned and start living in their camper on the Griswold property. Even worse, Clark's employers renege on the holiday bonus he needs.
When: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Where: Audrain Automobile Museum
Admission: $30
Festive food prepared by La Forge and holiday themed drinks crafted by Vickers' Liquors. Prize for the BEST ugly sweater!
When: 5:00 PM
Where: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum
Admission: Free with regular admission
Enjoy an illuminated stroll along the winding paths of Blithewold’s enclosed garden. Take in the wonder of trees and paths that twinkle, sparkle and glow. A scavenger hunt will offer you the opportunity to take a closer look at the handcrafted lanterns and ornaments that light your way through this delightful garden promenade. All ages welcome.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21
When: 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Where: OceanCliff
Admission: $65
Enjoy a special holiday dinner by the warmth of the fireplace and the sounds of jazz by Steve DeConti.
When: 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Where: Stella Mare Lifestyles
Admission: $60
December Solstice marks the "turning of the Sun" as the days slowly get longer. While honoring the depths of our winter hibernation, this evening will welcome in celebration of the lighter days to come and nature’s continuing cycle. More details.
When: 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Where: Newport Historical Society
Admission: $15
Hear the history of early American holiday traditions on an evening walk. Learn how Newporters did, or didn’t, observe the holidays.
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).
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22
When: 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Where: The Vanderbilt Grill
Admission: $55
Join Christina Mercado, Vanderbilt’s Beverage Manager, for signature, hands on cocktail making. Includes 2 cocktails and canapes. Reservations required.
When: 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Where: Styled by Jenna
Enjoy a festival cocktail made with all local ingredients while you shop Ocean State Pepper Co.'s collection of herbs & spices.
When: 7:00 - 10:30 PM
Where: Gurney's Newport Resort & Marina
Celebrate Christmas with country music artist Ben O'Connor as he performs live in Newport with special guests.
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.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23
When: 8:00 PM
Where: One Pelham East
Admission: $20 online / $25 at the door
Newport's hottest monthly stand up comedy show "The Wasted Talent Show" returns to the Top of Pelham on Sunday 12/23. This month is a special event with a fantastic lineup of comics starring headliner Brendan Eyre from Late Night with Seth Meyers and Comedy Central.
When: 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Where: The Vanderbilt Grill
Admission: $15 per person, excluding tax and service charge
Join the Pastry team in making your very own sweet masterpiece! Sugar cookies, frostings and sugar decorations provided as well as a take away box for your creations.
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 EBO. No tickets required.
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.
