Truth be told, whether you're in Newport for a day, a weekend, or the entire week (the dream!), the possibilities of what you can see and do are endless.
You've got the obvious musts: Cliff Walk (the most serene 3.5-mile walk of your life), Ocean Drive, the mansions, and chowder overlooking the bay. But there's also so many exciting events, experiences, and dreamy sights you don't want to miss.
When you're not sure where to start, this round-up of what's going down this week has you covered.
Our picks for the week below.
Happening this week
- Bristol Art Museum
- Recurring weekly on Monday
Are you looking for a new hobby and thought you may like to try acrylic painting? This class covers the basics from color mixing, applying paint to canvas, pallet knife use and techniques for blending and creating beautiful paintings from photos. Photos can be supplied by the…
- Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Company
- Recurring weekly on Monday
Join us for Bingo Monday's in the taproom! No sign-up required, win prizes & discounts! Monday specials include $4 Lager and $1 wings all day!
Bridging the Gap: A Jazz Dance and Music Festival Cultural Diplomacy: The Healing Survivorship of Music and Dance Duane Lee Holland This fellowship in lecture form features the magical cathartic formula of how music, dance, community, and spirituality can manifest infinite…
- Recurring weekly on Monday
The Jamestown Farmers Market is held at the Jamestown Recreation Center and offers local produce, herbs, meats, flowers, crafts and artwork, and more from a variety of vendors. Mondays from 3:00 - 6:30 PM. June 23 - September 8, 2025.
- Brick Pizza Co.
- Recurring weekly on Monday
Monday Night Trivia Every Monday in the Stone Room with the New England Trivia Company! 📅 Date: Every Monday ⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM 💰 Price: FREE - Plus the chance to win gift cards! 🎟️ Reservations: Available on OpenTable
Get ready to groove with the NEE JAM (North End Entertainment Jam) at the Firehouse Theater every 1st and 3rd Monday from 7-10 pm. This free event welcomes all music enthusiasts to come and join the jamming sessions. Bring your own drinks and food to enjoy while you listen to the…
- Team One Newport
- Recurring daily
Team One Newport's Annual Tent Sale! Up to 75% OFF all of your favorite brands including; Helly Hansen, Gill, Musto, & so much more! Friday, August 1 through Monday, August 4th from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Schooner Aurora
- Recurring weekly on Monday
Wine & Cheese Sail Aboard Schooner Aurora Newport, RI | Every Monday, July 14 – September 29, 2025 Perfect for “date night” or a memorable outing with friends, this two-hour sail offers the perfect blend of relaxation and indulgence. Bring your favorite bottle of wine…
- Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Company
- Recurring weekly on Tuesday
Join us every Tuesday for Cornhole! Bags fly at 6:00 PM! Prizes and gift card giveaway's every week! Featuring DJ Darwin!
- Newport Art Museum
- Recurring weekly on Tuesday
Crochet Club June 10, 2025 - September 30, 2025 Ongoing Tuesdays 5:00 – 6:30 PM Teaching Artist: Keelin Maloney Join us for our Summer Crochet Club! Every Tuesday, meet us on the Griswold lawn for a weekly gathering of textile lovers of all skill levels. Whether you’re a…
Start your night with an evening cruise aboard the Coastal Queen in Jamestown, featuring the Island Time Steel Band. Enjoy Caribbean music with Latin Jazz flair as you take in the stunning Jamestown shoreline and Newport Harbor. Sip summer drinks from the grand center bar! Cruise…
Join herbalist and wild food forager, Maggie Hatzpanian for a two-hour guided walk in nature at the Norman Bird Sanctuary. As we explore the local landscape, you'll learn to identify a variety of local edible and medicinal plants. Maggie will share essential plant ID and basic…
Made in Newport Series at Jane Pickens presents "Reversal of Fortune" on Tuesday, August 5th. Made In Newport Series When socialite Sunny von Bülow (Glenn Close) inexplicably slips into an irreversible coma, police suspect foul play -- and the obvious suspect is her urbane…
Made in Newport Series at Jane Pickens presents "Wind" on Tuesday, August 5th. Made In Newport Series In 1983, yacht sailor Will Parker (Matthew Modine) leads an American crew financed by millionaire Morgan Weld (Cliff Robertson) to defeat during the America's Cup race against an…
Melges: The Wizard of Zenda is a feature documentary about Buddy Melges, a self-taught sailor from Wisconsin who rose to the top of one of the world’s most technical and competitive sports. A world champion, Olympic medalist, and America’s Cup winner, Buddy defied expectations by…
- Recurring weekly on Tuesday
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Join us for Neurographic Art for the Mind, a May Quest offered by Recharge Newport at the Self-Esteem Through Art studio on Aquidneck Avenue in Middletown to learn a simple yet effective creative technique for quieting the mind. No art…
- Recurring weekly on Tuesday
Tai Chi Easy for Beginners - Free Community Classes with Rev Shelley Dungan Nature, Flow & Friendship *In-Person and on Zoom Simple Flowing Movements & Meditative Stillness to Awaken Vitality, Inner Calm, and the Healer Within This gentle, nature-based wellness class is…
The 2025 Eaddo and Peter Kiernan Lecture with Preservation Society Fellows Isabella Hogan and Priscilla Bright August 5, 2025 6:00 – 7:00 PM Free in person or via Zoom. Advance registration required. If attending via Zoom, you will receive your Zoom link 24 hours in…
- Third Beach
- Recurring weekly on Tuesday, Thursday
Join us for a peaceful evening practice by the sea. This all-levels yoga class invites you to move, breathe, and unwind with the rhythm of the waves and the golden glow of sunset. Surrounded by nature and cooled by the ocean breeze, we’ll flow through mindful movement and…
Trees for the Home Landscape with Assistant Grounds Manager Dan Daley Tuesday | August 5 11:00 AM Location: Meet at the Visitors Center Not every garden and landscape can accommodate the champion specimens found at Blithewold, but there are so many wonderful specimens perfect for…
Singles at Sunset has landed in Newport! Join us as we make waves in the vibrant 50+ singles scene to experience Real Connections in Real Time . Escape the daily swipe, engage in spontaneous conversations, and explore organic connections in an elevated, yet relaxed atmosphere…
This is an adult jazz dance class, with technique fundamentals and learning choreography. Classes are designed to welcome adult dancers of all ages and abilities. These classes offer a fun way for dancers to exercise, meet new friends, and enjoy movement! (1 hr class…
- DeBlois Gallery
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
41 st Annual Members’ Show and Celebration At DeBlois Gallery August 2- 31, 2025 Opening Reception – Saturday, August 2, 5:00 – 7:00 PM Gallery Night – Thursday, August 14, 5:00 – 7:00 PM Artist Demonstrations: Michael Day: Wildlife Photography, Saturday…
- Aquidneck Grower's Farmers Market
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Aquidneck Community Table's (ACT) summer market is held on Wednesday mornings on Memorial Boulevard in Newport (between Chapel Street and Edgar Court). The market hours are 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM from May 28 - October 29, 2025. The marketplaces features both organic and…
- Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Spread out the picnic, soak up the warmth of the summer sun over Narragansett Bay, and enjoy a variety of musical performances by local musicians. Wednesday nights at Blithewold are the perfect way to enjoy summer with friends and family! Guests are encouraged to bring picnic…
- Forty 1° North
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Fermentation Class: Featuring five wine tastings with a special theme or from a particular region accompanied by five small food pairings, Fermentation Class is held at the Oval Bar every Wednesday at 6:30. Reservations are required and this class often sells out. Please sign up…
- Aquidneck Grower's Farmers Market
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday, Saturday
Food Explorers has returned for its eighth season! Brittany Madruga, of Peaceful Petals, will host ACT’s beloved free food education program at Wednesday and Saturday Aquidneck Growers Markets. The Food Explorers has provided a free program for elementary-aged children at the…
- Ragged Island Brewing Company
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Announcing Ragged Island's Free 2025 Summer Concert Series presented by Fitzpatrick Team RE/MAX Results! Ragged Island has nine awesome bands lined up for Wednesday nights in July and August from 6:00 – 8:30 PM. We have wonderful food truck partners for each event as well…
- Norman Bird Sanctuary
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Stretch your legs, get some fresh air, and end the day with a walk in nature. Join us and explore the Norman Bird Sanctuary trails during a free guided walk every Wednesday afternoon. Norman Bird Sanctuary offers seven miles of unique trails that meander throughout a diverse…
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Developed by the operators of Hope & Main in Warren, the Schoolyard Market helps locally-based food and beverage businesses start up, scale and thrive. This year's markets features over 20 local vendors and is held outside a century-old converted school building with plenty…
Free and open to all! Come celebrate the "Canaries in the Coal Mine" exhibition with artists from the show! About the Artists Attending Resa Blatman is a visual artist whose paintings, drawings, and mixed-media installations explore the precarious beauty of the natural world in…
Lobster Lunch Sail Aboard Schooner Aurora Newport, RI | Select Wednesdays in July & August | 1:00 – 3:00 PM Set sail on a scenic, lunchtime escape aboard the historic Schooner Aurora, where sea breezes and coastal views pair perfectly with a classic New England lunch…
Made in Newport Series at Jane Pickens presents "Amistad: By Steven Speilberg" on Wednesday, August 6th. Made In Newport Series In 1839, the slave ship Amistad set sail from Cuba to America. During the long trip, Cinque (Djimon Hounsou) leads the slaves in an unprecedented…
Made in Newport Series at Jane Pickens presents "True Lies" on Wednesday, August 6th. Made In Newport Series Secretly a spy but thought by his family to be a dull salesman, Harry Tasker (Arnold Schwarzenegger) is tracking down nuclear missiles in the possession of Islamic…
- Newport Vineyards
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday
Join Newport Vineyards for Live Music and Drink Specials: Wednesdays and Sundays All Summer! Wednesday Music Series: June 25 - August 13, 2025 5:00 - 8:00 PM Join us for our Wednesday live music series by the vines! Enjoy wine or beer tasting flights, a glass, bites, or dinner…
- OceanCliff
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Join us on the Safari Room lawn on Wednesdays all summer beginning June 4th for our Rosé all Day series. Grab an Adirondack chair and take advantage of the breathtaking views while enjoying a glass of wine and a bite to eat with friends. We’ll be featuring a special Whispering…
Sakonnet Vineyard has partnered with RAD Fit Studios in Tiverton to host a series of workout classes this summer. On select Wednesdays at 5:30 PM, RAD Fit owner, Jenni, will lead a one hour sculpt class in the barn. Select Sundays at 9:00 AM will feature 45-minute RAD Ride spin…
- Pivotal Brewing Company - Bristol
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Beer peeps and trivia fanatics, get ready to put your knowledge to the test with McCaughey Standard Trivia every Wednesday night from 6:30 - 8:30 PM at Pivotal Brewing Company located in Bristol,RI. Grab your friends and join us for some tasty beers, brain-teasing questions, a…
Concerts on the Common The Bristol Parks & Recreation department hosts a Free Concerts on the Common series that showcases many local performers. This popular event takes place every Thursday during July and August at Town Common*, with the finale held at the Town Beach on…
Made in Newport Series at Jane Pickens presents "Irrational Man" on Thursday, August 7th. Made In Newport Series Made at beloved locations all over Newport, including Salve Regina University, The Fastnet Pub, Washington Square- and the inside/outside of the Jane Pickens Theater…
Made in Newport Series at Jane Pickens presents "Stanley Kubrick's Lolita" on Thursday, August 7th Made In Newport Series With a screenplay penned by the author himself, Stanley Kubrick brings Vladimir Nabokov's controversial tale of forbidden love to the screen. Humbert Humbert…
Celebrate National Lighthouse Day aboard the Coastal Queen! Enjoy a scenic evening cruise filled with sea shanties and maritime music by Sharks Come Cruisin. A portion of proceeds benefits the Rose Island Lighthouse Foundation, supporting preservation of this iconic RI landmark…
- Sakonnet Vineyard
- Recurring weekly on Thursday
The Tiverton Farmers Market is collaborating with The Sakonnet Vineyards to bring you a NEW market: Sakonnet Green Market. Located at The Sakonnet Vineyards, 162 West Main Road, Little Compton, RI 02837 Starting June 19 and through August 28, you can find the market weekly on…
- Newport Harbor Island Resort
- Recurring weekly on Thursday
Get ready to turn up the energy poolside! Salt & Sound is Newport Harbor Island Resort's after-dark pool party, where the harbor breeze meets curated beats, handcrafted cocktails, and coastal bites. Dance beneath the stars as a rotating lineup of DJs takes over the deck…
- Newport Harbor Island Resort
- Recurring monthly on the 1st Thursday
Welcome to the First Thursdays Wine Tasting Series at Newport Harbor Island Resort! Every first Thursday of the month, join us for an exclusive evening of curated wine tastings, guided by our in-house sommelier. From Northern Italy to the island of Sardinia and all the way to…
Free Event! Suggested $10 Donation Miantonomi Park 120 Hillside Ave, Newport, RI About the Film: SPEAK follows five of the nation’s top teenage speech competitors, capturing the euphoria of victory and the devastation of defeat as they craft and perform original oratories over…
A group paranormal investigation through the living quarters and dark corners throughout Historic Fort Adams. Join the Fort Adams staff and our volunteer team of expert paranormal investigators on a four-hour group paranormal investigation of historic Fort Adams. Experience the…
Alger Mitchell is a dynamic song stylist, songwriter, and vocalist, delivering captivating performances with guitar and harmonica. Boasting a remarkable repertoire of approximately 250 songs performed entirely from memory, Alger's music is 100% live, free of electronic…
Full Moon Mini Retreat Friday, July 11th from 6:00 - 9:00 PM at Common Fence Point Hall The community is invited to join Rev Shelley, Greg Sabatino and friends for this wonderful beginner-friendly immersion into the energy of possibility that comes with the full moon. Our evening…
Jane Pickens presents “Eephus with Q&A” on Friday, August 8 th Join us for the Eephus Summer Barnstorming Tour, a special screening series bringing the spirit of old-school baseball on the road! Experience Eephus film, a poignant comedy about two New England recreational…
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