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Beehive Cafe - Erin McGinn

Beehive Cafe - Erin McGinn

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Paws on Pelham Dog Hotel

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Gurney's Igloo Winter

Gurney's Igloo Winter

heated outdoor patios

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Oysters Bywater

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Clarke Cooke House

Clarke Cooke House

gluten friendly dining

Breakers Christmas Mansions

Breakers Christmas Mansions

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Bowen's Wharf Tree Lighting

Bowen's Wharf Tree Lighting

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Holiday Wharves

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Gurney's Newport

Gurney's Newport

things to do in December

Christmas Boat

Christmas Boat

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Interior of the Newport Art Museum in Newport, RI

Interior of the Newport Art Museum in Newport, RI

ongoing gallery exhibits

Ocean Drive Newport RI Sunset

Ocean Drive Newport RI Sunset

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Bowens Wharf Fall

Bowens Wharf Fall

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Castle Hill Lighthouse

Castle Hill Lighthouse

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events: explore what's happening

You already know about the legendary Jazz and Folk Festivals but we’ve also got international boat races, tennis and polo tournaments, film festivals, culinary festivals, Christmas in Newport, lecture series, harvest fairs, boat shows, street fairs, antiques fairs...you get the picture. No matter the season...it’s on.

Gurneys Holiday Lighthouse

What To Do This Week

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

Newport Art Museum

Ongoing Gallery Exhibits

These on-going gallery exhibits are a testament to the vibrant arts scene thriving since 1639.

Third Beach Christmas Tree

Classic Holiday Happenings

We rounded up some of the most classic holiday events in and around Newport this season.

Gurney's Newport RI Winter

Things to do in December

Things are merry and bright in Newport as we make our way into December.

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Second Beach Christmas Tree

Christmas at Blithewold

Dec 5 2021-Jan 9 2022

Christmas at Blithewold

Christmas at Blithewold is currently scheduled for November 26th, 2021 - January 9th, 2022, pending…

Christmas in Newport

Dec 5-Dec 31

Christmas in Newport

A month long celebration of the Holiday Season throughout Newport. Enjoy a series of concerts, tree…

Gurney's Ice Skating Rink

Dec 5 2021-Mar 31 2022

Gurney's Ice Skating Rink

Join us this fall and winter to skate by the sea. The Gurney's Newport skating rink is coming back…

Holidays at the Newport Mansions

Dec 5 2021-Jan 9 2022

Holidays at the Newport Mansions

There will be more lights, more trees and more festive decorations as Holidays at the Newport…

Sparkling Lights at The Breakers: An Outdoor Magical Wonderland

Dec 5 2021-Jan 9 2022

Sparkling Lights at The Breakers: An Outdoor Magical Wonderland

November 20, 2021 – January 9, 2022 Thursdays through Sundays, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Special ticket…

Newport Winter Foodies Stroll

Dec 10 2021-Mar 26 2022

Newport Winter Foodies Stroll

Cozy up this Winter and enjoy a three course meal accompanied by selected wine pairings at three of…

Newport Burger Bender

Feb 18-Feb 27

Newport Burger Bender

The Newport Burger Bender is currently scheduled for February 18th - 27th, 2022, pending state and…

Newport Saint Patrick's Day Parade

Mar 12 2022

Newport Saint Patrick's Day Parade

The Newport Saint Patrick's Day Parade is currently scheduled for March 12th, 2022, pending state…

Newport Daffodil Days

Apr 1-Apr 30

Newport Daffodil Days

Newport Daffodil Days will take place throughout April, in accordance with state and local health…

Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival

May 21-May 22

Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival

The Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival is currently scheduled for May 21st & 22nd, 2022…

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