discover newport media room
Welcome travel writers, bloggers, broadcast journalists and filmmakers!
Here you’ll find a host of helpful resources to aid in telling your story: high res images, video and b-roll and details about our destination. Can’t find what you’re looking for? We have an extensive media asset archive. Please contact Cassandra Earle with special requests.
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CASSANDRA EARLE
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401-845-9112
CEarle@DiscoverNewport.org

media gallery
Curated collection of images intended for non-commercial use by media, authorized meeting planners and tour operators to promote our nine coastal communities as a destination for tourism.


press trip guidelines
Be our guest! We’re grateful for your interest in Newport and our eight surrounding coastal communities.


destination info
When you have more than 375 years of history under your belt, you’re bound to have epic “firsts.”

go-to guides
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Holiday Happenings
Think cobblestone streets lined with the glow of white lights, the glitter and gold of Gilded Age mansions, and warm, quaint shops with candlelit windows.


Where To Cut Your Own Christmas Tree
Tag your own and go back to pick it up later or cut it down, take it home and deck it in yuletide glory.


2023 Holiday Gift Guide
For him, for her, and from all around Newport and Bristol Counties—your friends and family will love these fantastic finds.


Guide: Family-Friendly Holiday Things To Do
From tree lightings, Santa visits, and ballet performances in a mansion, this holiday season is looking merry & bright.

upcoming events
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Dec 3-Dec 31
Christmas at Blithewold
Christmas at Blithewold is currently scheduled for November 22, 2023 – December 31, 2023. Come…

Dec 3 2023-Jan 1 2024
Holidays at the Newport Mansions
Holidays at the Newport Mansions will be more spectacular than ever this year! Come see the festive…

Dec 3-Dec 30
Sparkling Lights at The Breakers: An Outdoor Magical Wonderland
Now in its fourth season, Sparkling Lights at The Breakers brings the magic of the holidays inside…

Dec 8 2023-Mar 30 2024
Newport Winter Foodies Stroll
Newport Winter Foodies Stroll offers a 1-mile guided walking food tour through Newport's historic…

Feb 16-Feb 25
Newport Burger Bender
Newport Burger Bender, the “best burger” contest is back through 2/26/23. Local restaurants are…

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

May 18-May 19
Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival
Taste your way around the Ocean State. Sip champagne and enjoy oysters from local growers on the…

Jun 1-Sep 28
Newport International Polo Series
Watch the home team, USA/Newport, take on challengers from around the world and major U.S. cities in…

Jun 21-Jun 23
Newport Pride
LGBTQ+ Pride is happening in Newport, RI in June 2023! We're creating events and experiences to…

Jun 21-Jun 23
The Newport Flower Show: The Grand Tour
Newport Flower Show – The Grand Tour, June 23-25, 2023. More info to be added soon.

eat + drink
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Come December, things are merry and bright here in Newport.
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Newport's Oldest Places
Walk these cobblestone byways and pass by the oldest synagogue in the country, or step foot in America's oldest tavern.


Gilded Age in Newport
These upcoming events allow visitors a chance to step back in time and experience the grandeur of The Gilded Age.
