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 2023 annual events.
January
1 |
Polar Bear Plunge |
February
17-26 | Newport Burger Bender |
17-26 | Newport Winter Festival |
26 | Newport Wedding Show |
March
April
1-30 | Newport Daffodil Days |
1 | Newport Night Run |
14-23 | Newport Restaurant Week |
15 | Newport Rhode Races |
8-16 | Daffodil Days Blithewold |
TBA | Newport Beer Festival |
May
13-21 | The Ocean Race |
20-21 | Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival |
25 - 29 | Rogue Island Comedy Festival |
June
July
4 | Bristol 4th of July Parade |
4-23 | Newport Classical Music Festival |
8 | IYRS Summer Gala |
16-23 | Hall of Fame Open |
22 | Craft Brew Races Newport |
28-30 | Newport Folk Festival |
August
4-6 | Newport Jazz Festival |
11-13 | Black Ships Festival |
September
14-17 | Newport International Boat Show |
22-24 | Newport Mansions Wine + Food |
28-Oct 1 | Concours + Motor Week |
30-Oct 1 | Norman Bird Harvest Fair |
November
3-12 | Newport Restaurant Week |
18-Jan 1 | |
24 | Illuminated Boat Parade |
22-Jan 1 | Christmas at Blithewold |
December
1-31 | Christmas in Newport |
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Feb 17-Feb 26
Newport Burger Bender
Newport Burger Bender, the “best burger” contest is back through 2/26/23. Local restaurants are…

Feb 17-Feb 26
Newport Winter Festival ❄️
35th Annual Newport Winter Festival, more details to come! ❄️ Denotes Newport Winter Festival Event

Mar 11
Newport Saint Patrick's Day Parade
The Newport Saint Patrick's Day Parade is currently scheduled for March 11th, 2023, pending state…

Apr 1-Apr 30
Newport Daffodil Days
Newport’s Daffodil Days celebrates the arrival of over 1,200,000 bright yellow daffodils throughout…

May 13-May 21
The Ocean Race
Sail Newport and The Ocean Race announced today that for the third consecutive edition of the…

May 20-May 21
Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival
Taste your way around the Ocean State. Sip champagne and enjoy oysters from local growers on the…

May 25-May 29
Rogue Island Comedy Festival
Rogue is now semi-annual! Spring Fest is held Memorial Day Weekend and Fall Fest is Columbus Day…

Jun 3-Sep 30
Newport International Polo Series
Watch the home team, USA/Newport, take on challengers from around the world and major U.S. cities in…

Jun 23-Jun 25
Newport Pride
LGBTQ+ Pride is happening in Newport, RI in June 2023! We're creating events and experiences to…

Best Things To Do in February
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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.


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


Newport Winter Festival
The 35th Annual Newport Winter Festival returns this Winter with 10 days of live music, foodie contests, kid-centric activities and more on The Classic Coast from February 17th - 26th.


Black History Month Events
February is known as Black History Month, an annual time that celebrates the history, heritage and diversity of the Black community with special events and lectures throughout The Classic Coast.
