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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.

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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.

Newport Art Museum

Ongoing Gallery Exhibits

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

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OnGoing Tours

There’s no shortage of immersive ways to experience The Coast. Find our on-going tours for your next Newport adventure.

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Weekend Must-do's

Think: Saturday morning farmers markets, Sunday afternoon hikes along the shoreline, and some of the best meals of your life in between (we guarantee it).

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Newport Bermuda Race

Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival

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…

Rogue Island Comedy Festival - Spring

May 23-May 27

Rogue Island Comedy Festival - Spring

The Ocean State’s only comedy festival rolls into it’s tenth year this May 23-27, with thirteen…

Newport International Polo Series

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…

The Newport Flower Show: “At Home”

Jun 21-Jun 23

The Newport Flower Show: “At Home”

Newport Flower Show, June 21-23, 2024. More info to be added soon.

US Senior Open Championship

Jun 27-Jun 30

US Senior Open Championship

The 44th U.S. Senior Open, conducted by the United States Golf Association, will be held June 27-30…

Newport Pride

Jun 28-Jun 30

Newport Pride

LGBTQ+ Pride is happening in Newport, RI in June 2024! We're creating events and experiences to…

Bristol Fourth of July Parade

Jul 4

Bristol Fourth of July Parade

The Bristol Fourth of July Parade is currently scheduled for July 4. The Fourth of July Parade…

Newport Classical Music Festival

Jul 4-Jul 21

Newport Classical Music Festival

Save the dates! July 4th - 21st, 2024. Learn more about special benefits including program previews…

Infosys Hall of Fame Open

Jul 14-Jul 21

Infosys Hall of Fame Open

Exciting professional men's tennis returns to the International Tennis Hall of Fame! Our…

Newport Folk Festival

Jul 26-Jul 28

Newport Folk Festival

Mark your 2024 calendars! We'll see you back at Fort Adams next summer July 26 - July 28, 2024. The…

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