Few things compare to that Friday feeling of freedom. You know, when you realize the whole weekend lies ahead. Truth be told, weekends on The Coast are full of magic. Think: Saturday morning farmers markets, Sunday afternoon hikes along the shoreline, and some of the best meals of your life in between (we guarantee it). We gathered everything you need for a weekend full of relaxation, excitement and adventure so you're content when Monday rolls back around.
Our picks for the weekend below.
weekend events
View All- 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…
- Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum
- Recurring weekly on Thursday, Friday
Enjoy freshly baked pastries on our beautiful porch overlooking Narragansett Bay. Choose from the daily selection of delicacies to enjoy with coffee or Blithewold’s house tea blend. Sit back, take in the view, and relax. It’s a Blithwold tradition! Important Information: We have…
- Firehouse Theater
- Recurring weekly on Friday, Saturday
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…
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…
- One Bellevue Restaurant at the Hotel Viking
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Saturday
Details: Saturdays & Sundays 2:30 – 4:30 PM Where – Garden Room Price – $49 per person, tax and gratuity not included Alcohol is not included with the price but can be purchased during service Reservations required 24 hours in advance
- Hotel Viking
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
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…
- Newport International Polo Series
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
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…
- Brenton Hotel
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Saturday
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?…
- 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…
- Aquidneck Grower's Farmers Market
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Aquidneck Community Table's (ACT) winter market is held on Saturday mornings at Embrace Home Loans at 25 Enterprise Dr in Middletown. The market hours are 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM from May 4 - October 26. Aquidneck Community Table’s Growers Markets provide easy access to seasonal…
- Mount Hope Farm
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
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!…
- Norman Bird Sanctuary
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
We invite you to join us each Saturday morning from 9:30-11:00 inside Mabel Norman's Studio for a yoga practice and mindfulness meditation. Come experience these unique, inspiring yoga classes where the sense of community is strong and truly heart-warming. Come, find your inner…
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…
- 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…
health & wellness events
View AllAquidneck Growers Market - Saturday
Aquidneck Community Table's (ACT) winter market is held on Saturday mornings at Embrace Home Loans…
![down arrow](https://assets.simpleviewinc.com/simpleview/image/upload/v1/clients/newportri-redesign/white_angle_down_69f65ddc-1f93-4e0f-bdd7-2a82dd0b9775.png)
Farmers Market at Mount Hope Farm
Our year-round farmers market happens every Saturday morning. Swing by to pick up your local…
![down arrow](https://assets.simpleviewinc.com/simpleview/image/upload/v1/clients/newportri-redesign/white_angle_down_69f65ddc-1f93-4e0f-bdd7-2a82dd0b9775.png)
Yoga Saturdays at Hotel Viking
Join us every Saturday at 9AM for our weekly yoga class with our in-house yoga instructor, Sharon!…
![down arrow](https://assets.simpleviewinc.com/simpleview/image/upload/v1/clients/newportri-redesign/white_angle_down_69f65ddc-1f93-4e0f-bdd7-2a82dd0b9775.png)
Yoga & Meditation with Rev Shelley & Greg Sabatino @ Norman Bird Sanctuary
We invite you to join us each Saturday morning from 9:30-11:00 inside Mabel Norman's Studio for a…
![down arrow](https://assets.simpleviewinc.com/simpleview/image/upload/v1/clients/newportri-redesign/white_angle_down_69f65ddc-1f93-4e0f-bdd7-2a82dd0b9775.png)
Craving more? Find more weekend events in and around Newport, here.
July on The Coast
July by the sea. Name something better.
Summer on The Coast
More Summer![The Great Elephant Migration](https://assets.simpleviewinc.com/simpleview/image/upload/c_fill,e_blur:100,f_jpg,h_25,q_20,w_20/v1/clients/newportri/Elephants_Credit_Discover_Newport_2_3f23c61c-898f-46c9-bd7b-02f9943d48c2.jpg)
The Great Elephant Migrations in Newport
Is there an elephant in the room? Well, how about 100 elephants on the Cliff Walk? For real. Over 100 life-size, wooden elephant structures overlooking the Atlantic to be exact.
![down arrow](https://assets.simpleviewinc.com/simpleview/image/upload/v1/clients/newportri-redesign/navy_angle_down_95d04d56-4243-4506-a11f-e0dd43aef882.png)
![Skiff Bar](https://assets.simpleviewinc.com/simpleview/image/upload/c_fill,e_blur:100,f_jpg,h_25,q_20,w_20/v1/clients/newportri/Skiff_Bar_Outdoor_Deck_0714_a202c381-35ff-4616-a665-d7f251262904.jpg)
Rooftop Bars for Endless Summer
Whether you're looking for an elevated experience with chic ambiance and a killer view, or you're hoping to kick it back with some oysters and a cocktail, these rooftop bars have you covered.
![down arrow](https://assets.simpleviewinc.com/simpleview/image/upload/v1/clients/newportri-redesign/navy_angle_down_95d04d56-4243-4506-a11f-e0dd43aef882.png)
you may also like
see all guidesGET SOCIAL
Tag your photos #TheClassicCoast for the chance to be featured on our accounts.