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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.

Want to be in the know on everything happening here? Need some inspiration? Visit our Insider Guide for enticing story ideas.

If you’re a lifestyle or travel journalist considering visiting us to experience this extraordinary destination, please review our Press Trip Guidelines.


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CASSANDRA EARLE
Communications Director
401-845-9112
CEarle@DiscoverNewport.org

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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.

Fall on Bannister's Wharf

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

Breakers

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

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Top Annual Events

Here’s just a snapshot of some of our most anticipated celebrations in 2026.

Ocean Drive Winter

Winter on The Coast

Winter sunrises unobstructed and in full glory, snow-kissed seasides and a seat by the fire - it's a feeling unlike any other.

Newport Night Run

Local Road Races in 2026

Whether you're a pro athlete or you're looking to dip your toes in the exercise world - this runner's roster has everything you need.

Altaer Sauna

Beach Saunas

Choose Your Sauna: ALTÆR Sauna at South Shore Beach and Warren, Small Wave Sauna at Second Beach at Surfer's End, and Newport Sauna at Third Beach.

Stoneacre Brasserie Burger Bender 2025

Newport Burger Bender

Newport Burger Bender, the “best burger” contest is back February 13th - 22nd, 2026.

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Feb 13-Feb 22

Newport Burger Bender

Newport Burger Bender, the “best burger” contest is back from February 13 - February 22, 2026. Local…

Apr 1-Apr 30

Newport Daffodil Days

Newport’s Daffodil Days celebrates the arrival of over 1,465,000 bright yellow daffodils throughout…

Jun 19-Jun 21

The Newport Flower Show

"Pearls of Newport" is the perfect theme for the 30th anniversary Newport Flower Show, taking place…

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Rose Island Lighthouse, Newport RI

Breakers, Cliff Walk, Newport RI

Rochambeau, King Park, Newport RI

Sailing in Newport, RI

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Gilded Age in Newport

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

White Horse Tavern

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.