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
- Aquidneck Grower's Farmers Market
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Aquidneck Community Table's (ACT) summer market is held on Wednesday mornings on Memorial Boulevard in Newport (between Chapel Street and Edgar Court). The market hours are 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM from May 28 - October 29, 2025. The marketplaces features both organic and…
- Newport Contemporary Ballet
- Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Performance Camp: June 23rd-July 20th ** Performances are July 16-20 Monday -Thursday 5:30-8:30 PM $TBD (plus 4 tickets to NDF) 2 ballet classes, 2 ballet rehearsals / week 2 contemporary classes, 2 rehearsals / week 4 Performances in NDF July 16 – 20, dates and times TBA…
- Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Spread out the picnic, soak up the warmth of the summer sun over Narragansett Bay, and enjoy a variety of musical performances by local musicians. Wednesday nights at Blithewold are the perfect way to enjoy summer with friends and family! Guests are encouraged to bring picnic…
- Forty 1° North
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Fermentation Class: 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. Please sign up…
- Aquidneck Grower's Farmers Market
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday, Saturday
Food Explorers has returned for its eighth season! Brittany Madruga, of Peaceful Petals, will host ACT’s beloved free food education program at Wednesday and Saturday Aquidneck Growers Markets. The Food Explorers has provided a free program for elementary-aged children at the…
- Ragged Island Brewing Company
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Announcing Ragged Island's Free 2025 Summer Concert Series presented by Fitzpatrick Team RE/MAX Results! Ragged Island has nine awesome bands lined up for Wednesday nights in July and August from 6:00 – 8:30 PM. We have wonderful food truck partners for each event as well…
- Norman Bird Sanctuary
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Stretch your legs, get some fresh air, and end the day with a walk in nature. Join us and explore the Norman Bird Sanctuary trails during a free guided walk every Wednesday afternoon. Norman Bird Sanctuary offers seven miles of unique trails that meander throughout a diverse…
- International Tennis Hall of Fame
- Recurring daily
Save the Date! July 6-13, 2025 Professional tennis will return to the Newport in 2025 as the International Tennis Hall of Fame (ITHF) today announced a revamped Hall of Fame Open, including ATP Challenger 125 and WTA 125 level tournaments. The Hall of Fame Open will become just…
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Developed by the operators of Hope & Main in Warren, the Schoolyard Market helps locally-based food and beverage businesses start up, scale and thrive. This year's markets features over 20 local vendors and is held outside a century-old converted school building with plenty…
- Recurring daily
Save the Date! July 4 - 22, 2025 For 55 years, Newport Classical has been a beacon for artistry, drawing in countless concertgoers to revel in exceptional performances within unique and intimate settings. Each July, against the picturesque backdrop of the City by the Sea, our…
This concert is made possible through the generous support of Robert H. Connell and Michelle Duffy. The Festival Artists offer a captivating morning of piano quartets, set within the elegant French design of The Elms Ballroom. This program celebrates three monumental composers of…
This concert is made possible through the generous support of Starkweather & Shepley Insurance. Led by virtuoso violinist Rachell Ellen Wong and harpsichordist David Belkovski, the dynamic ensemble Twelfth Night brings their signature blend of historical performance and…
- Newport Vineyards
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday
Join Newport Vineyards for Live Music and Drink Specials: Wednesdays and Sundays All Summer! Wednesday Music Series: June 25 - August 13, 2025 5:00 - 8:00 PM Join us for our Wednesday live music series by the vines! Enjoy wine or beer tasting flights, a glass, bites, or dinner…
- OceanCliff
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Join us on the Safari Room lawn on Wednesdays all summer beginning June 4th for our Rosé all Day series. Grab an Adirondack chair and take advantage of the breathtaking views while enjoying a glass of wine and a bite to eat with friends. We’ll be featuring a special Whispering…
Sakonnet Vineyards is pleased to welcome the Little Compton 350th - LC350 Summer Sunset Concert Series! Join LC350 at the Sakonnet Vineyard on Wednesdays, July 9th - 23rd - and 30th from 6:00 PM to 8:00PM. Bring your chairs or blankets to enjoy this outside event. Food and…
Join Emmy-winning and Oscar-nominated actor Sam Waterston for a conversation celebrating the 100th anniversary of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s beloved novel and its 1974 film adaptation. Moderated by award-winning NBC veteran journalist Anne Thompson, the conversation will delve into…
- Pivotal Brewing Company - Bristol
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Beer peeps and trivia fanatics, get ready to put your knowledge to the test with McCaughey Standard Trivia every Wednesday night from 6:30 - 8:30 PM at Pivotal Brewing Company located in Bristol,RI. Grab your friends and join us for some tasty beers, brain-teasing questions, a…
An Evening with Fausto Palma and friends aboard Coastal Princess Join us for an incredible night of music with world renowned artist Fausto Palma and friends as they play music from Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Bob Marley and much more. A native of Mexico City, Fausto comes to…
Concerts on the Common The Bristol Parks & Recreation department hosts a Free Concerts on the Common series that showcases many local performers. This popular event takes place every Thursday during July and August at Town Common*, with the finale held at the Town Beach on…
This concert is made possible through the generous support of the Bazarsky Family Foundation. Marking 20 years of genre-defying, award-winning music, this program from Third Coast Percussion features selections from five albums with four GRAMMY® nominations and one GRAMMY® Award…
This concert is made possible through the generous support of Linda and Jack Purdy. An enchanting morning at The Elms awaits with the extraordinary Chinese pianist Wynona Yinuo Wang. Winner of the First Prize at the 2018 Concert Artists Guild International Competition, Wynona has…
- Sakonnet Vineyard
- Recurring weekly on Thursday
The Tiverton Farmers Market is collaborating with The Sakonnet Vineyards to bring you a NEW market: Sakonnet Green Market. Located at The Sakonnet Vineyards, 162 West Main Road, Little Compton, RI 02837 Starting June 19 and through August 28, you can find the market weekly on…
- Third Beach
- Recurring weekly on Tuesday, Thursday
Join us for a peaceful evening practice by the sea. This all-levels yoga class invites you to move, breathe, and unwind with the rhythm of the waves and the golden glow of sunset. Surrounded by nature and cooled by the ocean breeze, we’ll flow through mindful movement and…
Free Event! Suggested $10 Donation Chateau-sur-Mer 474 Bellevue Ave, Newport, RI 02840 About the Film: In August 2017, in the lead-up to national elections, Jacinda Ardern unexpectedly became New Zealand’s opposition party leader. She had just turned 37. Two frenetic months…
Join us for a special “Cheers to 30 Years” Fire Dinner! Experience a unique open-fire culinary performance led by Executive Chef Andy Teixeira and his team on our scenic patio overlooking the vines. The evening starts with a cocktail reception with our winemakers and owners…
Join the members of Failte on Friday, July 11 at 7:00 PM in celebrating the release of their debut album, "Live at Linden Place," which was recorded in the Linden Place Ballroom during a performance on March 14, 2025. Failte is a dynamic ensemble of accomplished musicians who…
Full Moon Gratitude Gathering Please join Rev Shelley Dungan and others for an evening of gentle yoga, meditation, sound & community. Our intention will be to honor the potent, sacred, feminine energy of the full moon as we pause to contemplate the fullness of our blessings…
This concert is made possible through the generous support of Erica and Vin Di Bona in memory of Jean Di Bona. An evening of sublime choral artistry awaits with The Gesualdo Six, an award-winning British vocal ensemble celebrated for its impeccable blend and imaginative…
- Bristol Art Museum
- Recurring weekly on Friday
In this course, students will focus on creating a sense of place. Students will learn to simplify their paintings by editing and enhancing colors, shapes, and forms. Students will also learn more about two kinds of perspective, Atmospheric and Linear, and how to apply them to…
Newport Art Museum Summer Art Party Honoring Minnie Cushing Coleman Please join us as we celebrate the artistry of Howard Gardiner Cushing July 11, 2025 from 6:00 - 11:00 PM Join us this Summer: The 2025 Summer Art Party celebrates the life and work of Howard Gardiner Cushing in…
- Herreshoff Marine Museum
- Recurring weekly on Friday
Dive into the summer spirit at the Herreshoff Museum Art & Artisan Market! Situated on the beautiful Bristol waterfront, this weekly market features a handpicked selection of local craftspeople and artisans, offering one-of-a-kind treasures perfect for any occasion. Enjoy the…
- Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum
- Recurring weekly on Friday
Tea and Scones May 16 – Aug 29 | Fridays Seating at 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM On the Breakfast Porch and Northwest Porch Relax with a steaming cup of Blithewold’s Blend Tea, freshly brewed to perfection, as you savor warm scones with clotted cream and jam. The stunning, tranquil…
- Firehouse Theater
- Recurring weekly on Friday, Saturday
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. Our Family Friendly Funnies are geared towards the younger…
- Recurring weekly on Friday
“Rhythm Is Going To Get You” social dance events, The first Friday of every month 7:00 - 10:00 PM. Doors open @ 6:45 PM complimentary lesson @ 7:45 PM with Sue & guest instructors. All dance levels, singles & couples welcome. Bottled water available on site, feel free to…
- Aquidneck Grower's Farmers Market
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Aquidneck Community Table's (ACT) summer market is held on Saturday mornings at the Newport County YMCA in Middletown. The market hours are 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM from May 3 - October 25, 2025 (Located on field adjacent to main facility). The marketplaces features both organic and…
Charter Books in partnership with the Newport Historical Society is honored to host author Molly Beer during the 2025 French in Newport for a discussion of her new book "Angelica: For the Love and Country in Time of Revolution," a women-centric view of revolution through the life…
Collecting Moving Forward Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Fort Adams Vehicles | Music | Fashion
- The Vanderbilt, Auberge Resorts Collection
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Explore Your Inner Journey Head to the reimagined Parlour of our Downtown Mansion as you recline on a velvet double hump-back sofa and experience an intimate conversation with our Mansion Tarot Reader. Sit by candlelight and revel in the surprise and delight of a reading from…
The Newport Historical Society’s annual French in Newport event–a day of living history featuring reenactments, exhibits, and free family fun–will return to Washington Square on Saturday, July 12th. Visitors can explore the role of French soldiers and sailors who…
Walking Tour: Hurricanes and Gales – Bristol’s Changing Waterfront A meander down to Thames Street, up Constitution Street, and along Hope Street for a fascinating tour of how Bristol's streetscape was changed by a series of 20th-century hurricanes. As a waterfront town…
Highlights of Island Cemetery Tour Island Cemetery is the final resting place of hundreds of notable people and this tour focuses on about a dozen selected individuals. Among those on the tour are military heroes, architects, real estate tycoons, civil rights activists, and…
Come join us for a fabulous evening aboard Tabasco for our Singles Sunset Cruise! If you're looking to mingle with other LBGTQIA singles, this event is perfect for you. Very limited tickets available. Enjoy breathtaking views as we cruise into the sunset, meet new people, and…
Lydia Menzies Book Signing: Author of “The Supper Club” Book Signing Saturday July 12, 2025 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Lydia Menzies is a passionate hostess, art collector and writer known for her love of table settings, party themes, and bringing people together through creative…
This concert is made possible through the generous support of Suzanna and John Laramee in loving memory of Toni D. Green and in honor of her family and friends. African Queens is an extraordinary evening of music and storytelling, featuring a powerful selection of new works by…
- Newport International Polo Series
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Newport International Polo 2025: June 7 - September 27, 2025 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…
Bike/trolley/walk to the 2nd Roam Around Rough Point! We invite you to join us for a day of community fun and connection, listen to live music from Chelley Knight & the Dope Things presented by North End Entertainment, and enjoy the spectacular ocean views. Bring your lawn…
- Sakonnet Vineyard
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Each spirited afternoon of music is part of the vineyard’s 50th anniversary celebration, honoring five decades of wine, community, and unforgettable memories. Grab a glass of estate-grown wine, indulge in seasonal bites, and kick back to great tunes surrounded by vineyard views…
- 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 24th through Saturday, October 11th The Schedule July 5: Stu Krous July 12: Half Step Down July 19: Lava Lamp July 26…
- Greenvale Vineyards
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
LDF Yoga at Greenvale Vineyards – Saturdays at 10:00 AM Breathe, flow, and sip this summer at Greenvale Vineyards! Join us for a 60-minute all-levels vinyasa yoga class overlooking the lush vines and the sparkling Sakonnet River. Nestled atop a grassy hill with a mix of sun…
- Newport Tree Walks
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
This July, the Newport Tree Conservancy is launching a month-long series of volunteer events through Tree Corps sponsored by BankNewport — our community-based urban forestry program. Each Saturday from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, volunteers are invited to help care for Newport’s trees…
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