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annual events on the classic coast

Through the decades, Newport and our surrounding coastal communities have developed such a fantastic social calendar that today, our destination is known as a world-class event venue. Here’s just a snapshot of some of our most anticipated celebrations. Below you will find our 2024 annual events. 

January

1

Polar Bear Plunge

March

16 Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade

 

May

18-19 Newport Oyster Festival
24-27 Rogue Island Comedy Festival

July

4 Bristol 4th of July Parade
4-21 Newport Classical Music Festival
14-21 Infosys Hall of Fame Open
20 Craft Brew Races Newport
26-28 Newport Folk Festival

 

August

2-4 Newport Jazz Festival

 

September

12-15 Newport International Boat Show
15 Porchfest, Bristol
20-22 Newport Mansions Wine + Food
28 Newport Oktoberfest

 

   

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